Done with visiting Singapore’s top destinations for tourists and want something more that Singapore has to offer. We have built our own list of places that are underrated but they will definitely add more to your Singapore travel experience. Here’s our list of 5 underrated places to visit in Singapore.
1.Singapore Flyer
Though it doesn’t stand on our list of top 5 places to visit in Singapore but is definitely worth a visit. The Singapore Flyer is 165 meters tall and stands as second tallest observation wheel. It is located in Downtown Core district of Singapore. The ferris wheel has 28 air-conditioned gondolas with glass on all sides providing you a complete 360* view of Singapore.
You can view the iconic and historical sites such as Marina Bay to Singapore River, Raffles Palace, Merlion Park, Empress Palace and the Padang. If you are lucky and the weather is clear you will also see the Sentosa Island and parts of Malaysia. The ride goes on for 30 minutes and comes with add-ons as well. You can add a four course meal and a butler to your ride, now what’s better than having a meal at 165 meters above the ground watching iconic skyline of Singapore and a personal butler service. Want to enhance your experience then visit the place at dusk or night time.
2.Arab street and Little India
The Arab Street and little India are the Singapore’s most vibrant districts of all. You can find mix of Hindu and Chinese temples , mosques and churches. While Arab Street previously known as Arab Quarters is centre of the Islam community, Little India is a vibrant cultural enclave with temples and mosques, street art and brightly painted shop houses. You’ll find emporiums, spice markets, magnificent sari boutiques, commercial establishments and a dazzling array of authentic shops. You can also spot local people selling prayer rugs, articles, antiques, Muslim caps, etc. in Arab Street. Sultan Mosque is one of the favourite and famous tourist spots in Arab Street.
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3.Night safari
Night Safari is the world’s first nocturnal zoo of Singapore located in Mandai. It is a part of Mandai Wildlife Reserve along with Singapore Zoo, Jurong Bird Park and River Wonders. Night Safari currently has over 2500 animals representing 130 species of which 41% are threatened species. You’ll be taken through seven different geographical regions with exciting tram rides and experience close encounters with wildlife at 4 trails namely Fishing Cat, Leopard, East Lodge and Wallaby. Not only wildlife, Singapore night Safari has 2 spectacular shows that are definitely worth it namely the Thumbuakar Performance which is the greeting show and The Creatures of Night. Not to mention the Singapore Night Safari is 12-time Best Attraction winner of Singapore. Best time to visit is the first slot which starts at 7:15PM, which makes it easier to visit all the attractions in the Night Safari.
4.Chinatown Heritage Center
Fourth on our list of 5 underrated places to visit in Singapore is Chinatown Heritage Centro is a cultural center in Singapore. It opened in 2011 and hosts exhibitions, performances, and screenings. One of the exhibits is called “Spirits of our Ancestors” and explores various aspects of Chinese culture through objects and artwork. There is also a display of the history of Singapore’s first Prime Minister, Lee Kuan Yew.
5.Singapore Zoo
If you are an animal lover or want to take your time-off from the main crowded attractions of Singapore, then Singapore Zoo is that one place you should visit to. The Singapore Zoo, part of Mandai Wildlife Reserve, is around 69 acres big in size.
Singapore Zoo is home to around 2800 animals from 300 species from around the world which include Malayan tapirs, white tigers and crocodiles. One thing you’ll notice is that the Singapore Zoo always exhibits animals in open naturalistic habitats with hidden barriers, moats and glas barrier between animals and visitors. It is also has the largest captive colony of orangutans in the world. Singapore Zoo dedicates special attention to threatened primates and threatened southeast Asian Chelonians. Best time to visit the Singapore is in the morning as you’ll be able to get complete tour of the zoo along with watching the zoo shows.