The civic district. Katong Joo Chiat. Orchard Road. Sentosa. Marina Bay. Kampong Gelam. Little India. Singapore River. Mandai. Chinatown. There are billions of things to do while visiting Singapore, ranging from restaurants to temples, murals and shopping malls. But before you go on a trip, especially if you're not sure what you'll want to do once you get there, it's important to set a vacation budget in advance. While Airbnb bookings in Singapore can range from $116 to $506 per night, is Singapore expensive anywhere else? It depends on what your travel itinerary involves during your stay. Southeast Asia.
From American dollars to Singapore money
The good news is that the US currency is worth more in Southeast Asia. For example, $1 converts at S$1.32 (or SGD1.32), $10 is SGD13.25 and $100 is SGD132.53. In contrast, Singapore dollars are worth less: 1 SGD equals $0.75, 10 SGD equals $7.52, and 100 SGD equals $75.25.
Activities for under $100 in Singapore
The best news is that there are plenty of things to do for under $100 in Singapore. Eighteen mini-holes of golf and a chef's tasting menu of dishes like eggplant tempura, wood-fired chicken or a vegetarian rice bowl can cost between $28 to $76. A 3.5 hour food tour with up to eight travelers, nine street food and drink tastings, and a local guide costs around $70. Nature lovers will be able to mingle Singapore Zoowhich is home to more than 300 species of mammals, birds and reptiles, for $96. Off-peak classes at skating, snow and surfing range from $40 to $100. Or skydive once or twice for a conversion rate between $80 and $100.
Free Things to Do in Singapore
During the flight, accommodation and food may take up most of your budget, there are also free things to do in Singapore. Fort Siloso Gatewayan 11-story trail that stretches 181 meters (593 feet), is a free scenic walk. Or enjoy the outdoor waterfront theater Esplanade – Theaters on the Baywhich is set against the backdrop of Marina Bay and features a national performing arts center (dance, music and theatre). Enjoy the view with friends while admiring the three towers of Marina Bay Sands, the spirals of the Helix Bridge and the half-lion, half-fish Merlion Statue. And even if you don't want to pay for observatory tickets to Singapore's neighboring flower centers, more than 100 million visitors enjoy the site's 1.5 million plants each year. Bayside Gardens.
As with any trip around the world, talking to locals will often point you in the right direction for the gifts they also give each day. Make sure to network with a few if you can, even if you're on a tourist-heavy trip. Their ideas, along with the ones above, are just a few that won't break the bank and will still help you find all kinds of Instagram-worthy posts in Singapore.
