Changi Airport (SIN) — the best airport in the world Singapore Changi Airport has been voted the best airport in the world for years (Skytrax World Airport Awards). And it deserves it: four terminals, a butterfly garden, a cactus garden, a rooftop swimming pool, free cinemas, over 400 shops, and the

MRT — the backbone of transport Singapore's MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) is one of the best metro systems in the world: clean, punctual, air-conditioned, safe, and affordable. Six lines cover the entire island, and almost all attractions are located near an MRT station. Operating hours: 5:30 to approx.

German Citizens Germans can enter Singapore visa-free for 90 days. You need: Passport with at least 6 months validity (ID card is NOT sufficient). SG Arrival Card: Since 2024, all travelers must fill out the SG Arrival Card electronically — up to 3 days before arrival via the ICA website or the MyI

Singapore is one of the safest cities in the world — and that's no exaggeration. The crime rate is extremely low, violent crimes against tourists are practically unknown, and you can move safely anywhere at any time of day or night. What to Keep in Mind Pickpocketing: Occurs but is rare. Normal ca

Packing List & Clothing

Clothing Light, breathable clothing: Cotton or functional fabric. Singapore is hot and humid year-round — anything that doesn't breathe becomes torture. Light jacket or cardigan: Sounds crazy at 33°C, but Singapore's air conditioning is ice-cold. In malls, restaurants, the MRT, and cinemas, tempera

Home Travel GuidesSingapore

🇸🇬

Travel Guide Singapore

Your complete travel guide to Singapore

Country:Singapore (city-state)

Language:English (official language)

Currency:Singapore Dollar (SGD)

Best Travel Time:Jun–Sep (dry)

Arrival:12h direct flight from Frankfurt

Visa:90 days visa-free (DE)

Last updated: 20 March 2026 · 11 Chapters · 34 Sections

RECOMMENDED

Route Suggestions

Perfect Singapore Weekend

2–3 days

The essence of Singapore in a compact weekend: skyline and Supertrees, hawker food and temples, nightlife and beach. All accessible by MRT, nothing essential missed.

Marina BayGardens by the BayChinatownLittle IndiaClarke QuaySentosa

Singapore Intensive

5–7 days

A week to truly get to know Singapore: try every hawker center, explore all neighborhoods, delve into the rainforest, and have enough time to find the perfect balance between high-tech metropolis and tropical greenery.

Marina BayChinatownLittle IndiaKampong GlamSentosaBotanischer GartenMacRitchieTiong BahruChangi Jewel

Singapore for Foodies

3–4 days

A culinary tour through the Singapore of hawker centers, Kopitiam, and street food legends. From Chicken Rice to Chili Crab, from Roti Prata to Laksa — every meal a highlight, every stall a story.

Maxwell Food CentreTekka CentreLau Pa SatOld Airport RoadTiong Bahru MarketChinatown ComplexJumbo SeafoodYa Kun Kaya Toast

Singapore with Children

4–5 days

Singapore is a family paradise: theme parks, aquariums, zoos, and air-conditioned indoor attractions for rainy days. The city is safe, clean, and child-friendly — and every hawker center has something even little eaters will like.

Gardens by the BaySentosa (Universal Studios)S.E.A. AquariumSingapore Zoo & River WondersScience CentreChangi JewelEast Coast Park

All Chapters

Planning· 3 Chapters

Chapter 1

Welcome to Singapore

4 Sections

Chapter 2

Best Travel Time & Climate

3 Sections

Chapter 3

Budget & Costs

3 Sections

Regions· 4 Chapters

Chapter 4

Marina Bay & CBD

4 Sections

Chapter 5

Chinatown & Little India

3 Sections

Chapter 6

Sentosa

3 Sections

Chapter 7

Botanic Gardens & Holland Village

3 Sections

Understanding· 2 Chapters

Chapter 8

History

3 Sections

Chapter 9

Culture & Food

3 Sections

Practical· 2 Chapters

Chapter 10

Arrival & Transport

2 Sections

Chapter 11

Practical A–Z

3 Sections

Discover More Travel Guides

Regions at a Glance

Marina Bay & CBD

The futuristic centerpiece of Singapore: Marina Bay Sands with the legendary infinity pool, Gardens by the Bay with the glowing Supertrees, the Merlion, the Esplanade, and the glittering skyline of the Financial District.

Marina Bay SandsGardens by the BayMerlion ParkClarke Quay+1

Singapur

Chinatown & Little India

Singapore's cultural soul: Chinatown with the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Maxwell Food Centre, Little India with the Tekka Centre and vibrant temples, and Kampong Glam with the golden Sultan Mosque and the trendy Haji Lane.

Maxwell Food CentreBuddha Tooth Relic TempleLittle IndiaSultan Mosque+1

Singapur

Sentosa

Singapore's entertainment island off the southern coast: Universal Studios, S.E.A. Aquarium, three beaches, zip-lines, cable cars, and the stylish Tanjong Beach Club — perfect for families and beach days.

Universal StudiosS.E.A. AquariumSiloso BeachTanjong Beach Club+1

Botanic Garden & Holland Village

The green Singapore: the UNESCO-protected Botanic Gardens with 60,000 orchids, the MacRitchie TreeTop Walk through the rainforest, the cozy expat village Holland Village, and the trendy Tiong Bahru with Art Deco charm.

National Orchid GardenMacRitchie TreeTop WalkHolland VillageTiong Bahru+1