Singapore event weekends: what to do between sessions
Hawker centres, gardens and a skyline built around Marina Bay, where the night race runs.
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Arriving
Changi (SIN) is on the MRT East-West line, 30 to 40 minutes to the city; taxis cost about S$25 to S$35.
Where to stay
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Bugis and Little India | Cheaper hotels on the MRT. |
| Mid-range | Clarke Quay and Chinatown | Walk or MRT to the circuit. |
| Splurge | Marina Bay | Inside the circuit zone. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Hotel 81 Bugis
- Mid-range: Hotel Boss
- Splurge: Marina Bay Sands
Tours
Where to eat
With kids
- S.E.A. Aquarium.
- ArtScience Museum.
Rainy-day backups
- National Gallery.
- Jewel Changi.
Free things to do
- Supertree light show at Gardens by the Bay.
- Spectra light show at Marina Bay Sands.
- Botanic Gardens.
Getting around
- MRT and buses take contactless cards. Grab works everywhere.