10 Best Free Things to Do in Singapore
How to Experience Singapore on a Small Budget
The number of free things to do in Singapore actually makes this a perfect destination for budget travelers, even though the city has a reputation for being one of the world’s expensive places to visit. By using this list of free things to do in Singapore, it’s easy to make that vacation budget go much further and still get to see some of the best attractions that the city has to offer.
From giant, man-made Super Trees that you’ve probably seen on the postcards, to out-of-the-way cultural enclaves waiting to be explored, these free activities in Singapore will make those post-sightseeing drinks seem a little more affordable.
1. Gardens By The Bay
Gorgeous gardens filled with flowers
Categoría: Fotos, Opciones económicas
Gardens by the Bay is proof that even some of the best attractions in Singapore don’t have to cost you a cent. Entrance into this huge man-made park is completely free all day, every day, and a getting a glimpse of the giant SuperTree Grove is simply a Singapore-must. Come at night to see the 50-m-high trees spectacularly lit up during the entertaining light show at 7.45 pm and 8.45 pm.
Though entry is free, other attractions inside the park are not. The impressive Flower Dome, the Cloud Forest, and the SkyWalk, which allows you to get up close to those trees, require you to buy tickets.
Ubicación: 18 Marina Gardens Drive Singapore
Horario: Daily from 5 am to 2 am
Teléfono: +65 6420 6848
Gardens By The Bay
2. Singapore’s cultural neighborhoods
Multicultural city adventures
Categoría: Compras, Historia, Opciones económicas
Singapore is said to be one of the most culturally diverse countries in the whole of Asia, and there is no better way to discover why this is true by putting on a good pair of walking shoes and hitting the streets.
Whether it’s the spiritual temples and old-age medicine shops of Chinatown, vibrant sights and sounds of Little India, or the bustling shops and lively corner side cafes of Kampong Glam (Arab Quarter), all you need is a good map and some water to make the most of this great free activity in Singapore. Each area has its own MRT station, though all these enclaves are within the city center, meaning you can just walk if you’re feeling energetic.
3. Fort Canning Park
History and nature in one place
Categoría: Familias, Opciones económicas
The historically significant Fort Canning Park can be found right in the center of Singapore. Easily reachable after a day’s shopping at the nearby Orchard Road or before drinks at Clarke Quay, this lush green space is about as central as it gets. And it’s totally free.
Popular with joggers, dog-walkers, history buffs, or just anybody wanting an instant escape from city life, the park is home to hundreds of different types of trees and flowers as well as a few worthwhile attractions. Make it to the top to find Stamford Raffles’ old home (now called Government House) as well as the remains of the old fort used in World War II, an old bunker and a visitors’ center.
Ubicación: 70 River Valley Road, Singapore 179037
Horario: 24/7
Fort Canning Park
4. MacRitchie Reservoir
A journey through the jungle canopy
Categoría: Familias, Fotos, Opciones económicas, Aventura
The Treetop Walk at MacRitchie Reservoir, northwest of the city center, is free for anyone who wants to be surrounded by nature. Stretching 250 m through the dense canopy and 50 m above the jungle floor, you can’t help but feel like you’re hundreds of miles from the nearest city as you make your way along the one-way suspension bridge without a skyscraper in sight.
Start at MacRitchie Reservoir’s Ranger Station via Peirce track (about 4.5 km from the bridge) before making your way through the mature secondary forest. You can also use the short cut to the Treetop walk from Venus Drive off Upper Thomson Road.
Ubicación: MacRitchie Reservoir Park, Singapore
Horario: Daily from 9 am to 5 pm
Teléfono: 1800 4717300
MacRitchie Reservoir
5. Marina Barrage
Spectacular city views and amazing kite-flying conditions
Categoría: Fotos, Opciones económicas
One of the best free places in Singapore to see the city skyline in all its glory is Marina Barrage, which is also well-known for being one of the windiest spots on the island, excellent for kite flying. Make your way up to the top of the elevated park via the lift or long ramp, where an incredible panorama awaits, together with dozens of kites filling the sky.
The best time to come is at dusk when temperatures drop and the city lights turn on. The SuperTree Grove, Singapore Flyer, Marina Bay Sands, Esplanade, and the CBD skyline can all be seen from the park. You can access Marina Barrage through Gardens by the Bay, which is free all day.
Ubicación: 8 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018951
Horario: Daily from 9 am to 9 pm
Teléfono: +65 6514 5959
Marina Barrage
6. The Merlion
Iconic Singaporean photo spot
Categoría: Parejas, Familias, Fotos
Head to Marina Bay Signorina to snap a photo next to the city’s iconic Merlion statue. Though now considered a bit of a joke among locals as being overly touristy and gimmicky, the world-famous half-mermaid half-lion is completely free to see.
The location does present some great views across the bay and it’s an iconic picture to snap on your trip around the city. Bonus points if you can position yourself so it looks like the fountain of water is being poured into your mouth.
Ubicación: 1 Fullerton, Singapore
Horario: 24/7
The Merlion
7. Esplanade
Free performances in a major Singapore landmark
Categoría: Familias, Fotos, Opciones económicas
As well as ticket-only events most nights, Esplanade has plenty of free shows and performances too, satisfying the budget travelers hungry for a taste of culture.
One Singapore’s most unusual buildings (nicknamed “the durian” due to its resemblance to the stinky fruit), visitors can catch everything from dance shows to acoustic sets, as well as theater performances and live bands at the central “concourse” area every evening of the week. This premier arts center also runs special free events throughout its numerous performance spaces, though it’s best to check the official website for the latest line-up.
Ubicación: 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore
Horario: Daily from 10 am to 10 pm
Teléfono: +65 6828 8377
Esplanade
8. Singapore Botanic Gardens
Incredible gardens in the heart of the city
Categoría: Familias, Fotos, Opciones económicas
The Singapore Botanic Gardens is home to the National Orchid Garden where you can find around 1,000 species and 2,000 hybrids, the world’s biggest display of the tropical orchids. This vast area of lush green lawns, picturesque ponds, and delightfully pruned garden trails is the ultimate Singapore escape, yet you barely have to leave the city center to get there.
Wildlife is also in abundance here too, with pied hornbills, spotted wood owls, crimson sunbirds, and stork billed kingfishers, as well as geese, ducks, and black swans all frequently spotted within the gardens. Entry is free and the doors are open from 5 am until midnight. There’s also a not-so-free food court and posh restaurant both inside the garden gates.
Ubicación: 1 Cluny Road, Singapore
Horario: Daily from 5 am to midnight
Teléfono: +65 6471 7361
Singapore Botanic Gardens
9. Marina Bay Light Shows
Stunning light shows by the water
Categoría: Familias, Fotos, Vida nocturna, Opciones económicas
As a rule of thumb, doing anything at Marina Bay Sands is usually going to make a dent in that vacation budget. However, one way you can enjoy this iconic complex without paying is by catching their spectacular light show.
Spectra - A Light And Water Show impresses all, with multicolored lasers beamed from the top of the three towers, as well as some water fountains which are lit up, making it one of Asia’s largest light and water shows. The best place to catch the 15-minute show is at Event Plaza at Promenade and it runs every day at 8 pm and 9 pm, with an extra one at 11 pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Ubicación: Event Plaza at Promenade/Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Horario: Daily at 8 pm and 9 pm (additional show at 11 pm on weekends)
Marina Bay Light Shows
10. A day at the beach
Singapore’s sun, sea, and sand
Categoría: Familias, Fotos, Opciones económicas
Though Sentosa’s shores are lined with swanky beach bars serving pricey cocktails and pumping out Ibiza lounge music, there’s no stopping you from finding a spot on the sand nearby to enjoy the good vibes totally for free.
Weekend evenings see large gatherings of frugal beach drinkers, who usually opt for a bottle of wine or 2 whilst watching the sun set over the beach. There is also beach volleyball, swimming opportunities (though the water is not so great), and you can walk across the boardwalk to Sentosa for free.
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