As I was making a list of things to do in Singapore for the three days we were going to be staying there I realised my list was much smaller than that of Sydney, Bali and Thailand and other places I’ve been. There was Changi airport of course, Gardens by the Bay and the Marina Bay Sands hotel which were at the top of every online guide I read. But apart from those it seemed we would easily get everything done in 3 days and we did. In fact we did and saw practically everything we wanted to in just one day and all on foot! Though I must admit I couldn’t feel my feet when I got into bed in the evening.

The city is extremely modern, very pricey and insanely clean (I literally did not see one piece of rubbish while I was there!). Singapore was a melting pot of cultures but at the same time had a very distinct character. I enjoyed my 3 days there so much so that I could really picture myself living there one day.

Not something you usually see when you’re walking out of baggage collection in an airport! This spectacular waterfall was a nice surprise – I’ve never seen anything like it… let alone in an airport!

Singapore’s distinct Buddhist temples are something not to be missed. The colours and details will have you wanting to take pictures from every angle. If you want to go inside the temples you may have to cover up and often you aren’t allowed to take photos. Just remember you are in a sacred place of worship so be respectful!

The Old Hill Street Police Station is right near Clarke Quay and it makes for a great picture. It is a former police station with 927 windows with shutters painted the colours of the rainbow. If you’re in the area you may as well pay it a visit.

Haji lane is a lovely little street that is definitely worth a visit especially if you like independent stores or a cup of coffee outside a lively and colourful street.

On the second day we were stuck for things to do seeing as we crammed so much in on the first day so although the island itself didn’t really interest us because it seemed mega touristy we thought it might be nice to get the cable car over there and hopefully see a different view of the city. Now when I say the island is touristy, picture this: man-made beaches, a Sea Life centre, Universal Studios, water parks and Madame Taussauds – everything a proper traveller would hate to do! Luckily it was at the beginning of the COVID pandemic that we visited Singapore so the city itself was really quiet and Sentosa Island was bare. I could however still imagine the sheer chaos when the island is full of young children and families on vacation – my worst nightmare! The cable car was great, we got a panoramic view of the city as well as the docks which you go right over. We didn’t spend much time on the island itself, we walked to Fort Siloso via the Skywalk through the trees which was nice and quiet. Fort Siloso wasn’t that exciting if I’m honest but I could see why a history buff would enjoy it – theres a military museum all about Singapore’s role in WW2 and wax figures of Japanese and British soldiers (which I found pretty creepy).

My favourite thing we did was watch the Gardens by the Bay sound and light show at night. It was absolutely spectacular to lay down beneath the trees and watch the show. The show is put on daily at 19:45 and 20:45 and lasts around 10 minutes and it’s completely free! Get there 5-10 minutes earlier to secure a spot. You can pay to go up the trees and see the show from there but I personally thought we got the best view from below looking up at it.

Also in the vicinity of the Gardens by the Bay are two domes: The Cloud Forest and the Flower Dome where you can see hundreds of orchids, ferns, including a 30 metre waterfall! It’s only about £15 per person to enter both the domes and it’s well worth it.

My favourite thing about Singapore without doubt was the street art that we found mainly in and around Chinatown often depicting traditionally Singaporean scenes. Below are some of my favourites: