If you wish to experience a cocktail of Asian cultures in just one city then Singapore is the place to be in. From towering skylines to busy harbor’s this city has sky rocketed its development and has left most of its Asian counterparts behind. It’s like a prosperous Island in the midst of poverty. Singapore is populated by the Chinese, Malays, Indians, and a large group of workers and expatriates from all across the globe.
Singapore zoo
The line between zoo and botanic oasis blurs at this pulse-slowing sweep of spacious, naturalistic enclosures and interactive attractions. Get up close to orang-utans, dodge Malaysian flying foxes, even snoop around a replica African village. Then there's that setting: 26 soothing hectares on a lush peninsula jutting out into the waters of the Upper Seletar Reservoir. If you have kids in tow, let them go wild at Rainforest Kidzworld, a wonderland of slides, swings, pony rides and farmyard animals happy for a feed. There's even a dedicated wet area, with swimwear available for purchase if you didn't bring your own.
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Singapore's 74-hectare botanic wonderland is a Unesco World Heritage Site and one of the city's most arresting attractions. Established in 1860, it's a tropical Valhalla peppered with glassy lakes, rolling lawns and themed gardens.The recently opened Learning Forest guides visitors on a network of boardwalks and elevated walkways through different habitats, including swampy wetlands and rainforest canopies. Children will love exploring the interactive Jacob Ballas Children's Garden, complete with water-play feature and tree house.
Gardens By The Bay
Singapore's 21st-century botanic garden is a S$1 billion, 101-hectare fantasy land of space-age bio-domes, high-tech Supertrees and whimsical sculptures. The Flower Dome replicates the dry Mediterranean climates found across the world, while the even more astounding Cloud Forest is a tropical montane affair, complete with waterfall. Connecting two of the Supertrees is the OCBC Skyway, with knockout views of the gardens, city and South China Sea. Supertrees twinkle and glow for the spectacular Garden Rhapsody show.
Jurong Bird Park
Visit Jurong Bird Park in Singapore for a family-friendly adventure among various bird species, from parrots to penguins. You’ll ride the Panorail for a panoramic look at the bird park, and explore the Waterfall Aviary. See penguins from an underwater viewing gallery, and check out the Birds & Buddies show, which kids love.
Singapore Flyer
All great cities of the world have a big wheel these days, and Singapore is no exception. Lifting you 165 m (540 feet) into the air, the Singapore Flyer is Asia’s largest observation wheel, providing amazing panoramic views of the city, the sea and the surrounds. The Singapore Flyer has 28 capsules, each seating up to 28 passengers. While you’re here you can dine at a choice of eateries on Levels 1 and 2, or shop for souvenirs.
SEA Aquarium
You'll be gawking at over 800 species of aquatic creature at Singapore's impressive, sprawling aquarium. The state-of-the-art complex recreates 49 aquatic habitats found between Southeast Asia, Australia and Africa. The Open Ocean habitat is especially spectacular, its 36m-long, 8.3m-high viewing panel one of the World's largest. The complex is also home to an interactive, family-friendly exhibition exploring the history of the maritime Silk Route.