6 Best Places to Visit in Singapore

Universal Studios Singapore, as it is officially called, is one of the only such amusement parks in Southeast Asia. Designed by the famed Hollywood production house, this park is sure to set every movie buff's heart racing with its assortment of 20 themed attractions. These are just any attractions of course, rather they are the lore of some of Universal's biggest blockbusters. Step in and you will get to hang with the Autobots from"Transformers", the bunch of four goofy friends from Madagascar, or walk about the ruins of "The Lost World", and interact with Shrek.

That's not all, there are five roller coaster rides and two water rides within the park, which will surely give you a jolt of adrenaline. All this and plenty more fun and entertainment avenues included makes this the perfect destination for some pleasurable family time.

Explore Marina Bay

The Marina Bay area stands as a testament to all the growth Singapore has seen over the last few decades. From start to finish, the entire complex took over $5.5 billion to develop and the end result will leave you breathless. Brightly lit buildings, perfectly illuminated waterfront, casino, various high-end shopping and dining options add to the allure of this place. In case you are planning to visit, make sure to get here around 08:00 PM local time to witness a spectacular light show, where all the structures in and around the bay will be lit up.

Take a ride on the Singapore Flyer

Constructed in 2008, the Singapore Flyer is the second tallest Ferris Wheel in the world with a height of 165 meters. If you are in Singapore and if a little altitude doesn't scare you, step into the giant Ferris wheel and look at the tiny nation in all its glory. The operators, in fact, have dubbed it the Observation Wheel for all the glorious views that if offers over the course of a day in various lighting conditions.

Shop and eat at Chinatown

The Chinatown locality is one of the most iconic locations in Singapore. You can get your hands on some authentic Chinese food, buy souvenir (many claim they are the cheapest you can find). If you're looking for a culture and history lesson, head over to the Chinatown Heritage Centre to get a glimpse of the everyday lifestyle of Chinese immigrants and how they have acclimated to their Singaporean surrounding.

Experience the Thrill of Marina Bay F1

The Formula One circuit at the Marina Bay is one of the best racing tracks in the world, which blends inch-perfect engineering and unusually thrilling experience into one. In the off season, you can find plenty of racing tracks where you can suit up and hit the tarmac on the rev-happy F1 supercars. You can find a variety of packages, starting from a 15-minute ride to a 1-hour one and experience what it feels like to be a race car driver. Make sure to give it a try if your budget allows you.

Although on the expensive side, the city-state of Singapore offers a multitude of experiences that can make your next trip a truly exciting spectacle.