If you are planning to travel to Singapore on your own, you must have found information about Marina Bay. This vast coastal complex of the lion island nation has always been one of the most popular tourist destinations.
From the legendary lion Merlion to the supertrees at Garden by the bay, or iconic works such as Skypark park, ArtScience Museum, Singapore Flyer, ...
Not only architectural beauty, but this bay is also an entertainment center with a series of interesting destinations.
Sightseeing at Marina Sands Skypark
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Cityscape of Singapore and Marina Bay from Skypark. |
Designed as a giant yacht on top of 3 skyscrapers, Marina Sands SkyPark is one of the places you can not miss in your self-sufficient Singapore travel itinerary. Because from this place you can comfortably enjoy a panoramic view of beautiful Singapore by the bay with iconic works scattered throughout the city. And especially when sunset or night falls, a magical Singapore, splendid in bright light will be captured in your eyes.
Opening hours: 10:00 - 22:00
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Marina Bay Sands
Admission fee: about SGD 23 (adults), SGD 12 (children) (prices may vary from time to time)
Try your luck with the Marina Bay Sands Casino
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Try your luck with Singapore's biggest casino! |
This casino with an area of up to 15 thousand square meters is one of the places Singapore self-sufficient tourists often come to. Not only the large area, luxurious appearance, this place is also home to all kinds of betting from gambling to games of chance from more than 1,600 slot machines. If you want to try your luck, this place is still one of the great places to explore the bustle of a real casino.
Opening hours: Open 24/24
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore
Explore Gardens by the Bay
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Gardens by the Bay is a must-see destination at Marina Bay. |
One of the most interesting places, as well as the iconic works that every visitor wants to visit while traveling to Singapore, is Gardens by the Bay. Including a population of supertrees with unique and fancy design. In particular, these artificial supertrees also collect sunlight during the day to create an extremely spectacular light show at night.
Another symbol of Gardens By the Bay is the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest greenhouses with artificial waterfalls and plants from around the world. In addition, you also have the opportunity to walk on the OCBC Skyway and enjoy the panoramic view of the magical Gardens by the Bay.
Opening hours: outdoor garden: 05:00 - 02:00
OCBC Skyway: 09:00 - 21:00 (last ticket selling until 20:00), every day, except for maintenance and closing days due to event organization
Garden Cruiser: from Monday to Friday: 09:30 - 17:00 (last train); Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays 09:30 - 16:00
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
Transportation: MRT BayFront
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Visit the ArtScience Museum
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One of the works with the most beautiful architecture both inside and outside. |
It seems that science and art are two concepts that cannot be linked together, but coming to the Singapore ArtScience Museum you will realize a completely opposite. Like a proud lotus flower on the banks of the beautiful Marina Bay, the museum with its unique architecture is home to the great creative masterpieces of the lion island nation. With more than 20 exhibition areas spread over an area of nearly 5000 square meters, you will feel lost in a completely new space in Singapore self-sufficient tourism.
Opening Hours: 10:00 - 22:00, every day (last admission 21:00)
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
Transportation: MRT Bayfront
Statue of Merlion - a must-visit place when traveling self-sufficient in Singapore
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Statue of Merlion - a legend and symbol of Singapore. |
Not merely a statue, Merlion is the symbol and soul of this country. Bearing in the shape of a lion with a fish body, this 70-ton building is the mascot that makes Singapore a name and a work that anyone traveling to Singapore on their own wants to take pictures with. Located in a fairly large park, visiting Merlion you can spend time taking creative photos or simply enjoy the beautiful view of Marina Bay.
Opening hours: all-day
Address: 1 Fullerton Road
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Experience the Singapore Flyer
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The largest viewing and Ferris wheel in Asia. |
If you've ever heard of the famous London Eye, the Singapore Flyer can be considered the Asian version of this giant rotation. Its 165m height makes this place one of the largest in the world. From the Singapore Flyer cabins, you can see outstanding architecture as well as the lively Singapore city panorama. Surely this experience viewing on hight will be one of the unforgettable memories for you and your family when traveling to Singapore on your own.
Opening hours: 08:30 - 22:30 every day
Address: 30 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039803
Enjoy Singapore F1 Grand Prix
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If you've ever loved Formula 1 speed racing, don't miss out on the Singapore Grand Prix. |
As one of the leading tournaments within the F1 races, the Singapore F1 Grand Prix has always attracted speed enthusiasts and fans of the idol Michael Schumacher. Located right on the campus of Marina Bay with racetracks passing famous landmarks such as city hall, Esplanade, Singapore Flyer, ... with spectacular music, art, and fireworks performances during 3 consecutive nights will definitely make you satisfied and extremely excited. If you plan to travel to Singapore by yourself in September, remember to visit this Singapore F1 Grand Prix.
Location: Marina Bay Street Circuit, Pit Building, 1 Republic Boulevard, Singapore 038975
Try out the Marina Bay golf course
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Built in harmony between wind and water, this golf course is especially suitable for golf and nature lovers. |
Marina Bay Golf Course is Singapore's first 18 hole golf course open to the public. Not only has top-notch facilities, but this golf course also has beautiful views overlooking the horizon and Marina Bay. You can come here to try playing golf in the fresh natural scenery and the bustling Singapore city in the distance.
Opening hours: 07:00 - 22:00
Address: 80 Rhu Cross, Singapore 437437
Esplanade - theater by the bay
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Esplanade is known as the durian fruit theater of Singapore. |
Situated on the banks of Marina Bay, the Esplanade includes a concert hall, auditorium, and outdoor performance area. If you travel to Singapore on your own to search for live performances, local cultural features shown through art, this is the place that you must visit. Another plus point of this theater is its fancy architecture that makes the whole building look like a unique durian fruit. With just 1 MRT ride or walk from City Hall, you will reach this famous theater.
Opening hours: 08:00 - 02:00
Address: 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981
Transportation: MRT City Hall and Esplanade
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Watch a light show on the shores of Marina Bay
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Taking place every night, this is an activity that you cannot help but watch. |
One of the things that attract tourists to return to Marina Bay when traveling to Singapore is the light show on the banks of the bay. The special feature of this show is that you can watch it from all over the Marina Bay area, completely free of charge and if you miss it, you can watch it the next day.
Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday 20:00 and 21:30, Friday - Saturday 20:00, 21:30 and 23:00
Address: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Marina Bay
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