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Do I need to tip in Singapore?

Tipping is not mandatory or expected as most restaurants include a 10% service charge in the bill.

What is the best way to get from Changi Airport to the city?

The MRT train is cost-effective, but Taxis and ride-hailing apps like Grab are convenient for late-night arrivals.

Can I drink tap water in Singapore?

Yes, the tap water in Singapore is safe to drink and meets high international quality standards.

What is the official language?

Singapore has four official languages: English, Malay, Mandarin, and Tamil; English is the primary language of business and education.

Is chewing gum banned in Singapore?

The sale and import of chewing gum is prohibited, though carrying a small amount for personal use is generally not penalized.

Singapore

Why should I come?

Why visit Singapore?

Travelers visit Singapore for its world-class culinary scene, ranging from affordable Michelin-starred hawker stalls to elite dining, and its unique blend of Chinese, Malay, and Indian cultures found in historic ethnic enclaves.

Country

Singapore

Currency

Singapore Dollar

Language

English, Malay, Mandarin Chinese, Tamil (all four are official; Malay is the national language)

Airport

Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)

Time Zone

Singapore Standard Time (SST) — UTC+08:00

Best Time

February to April

What do locals know?

Practical insight from people who've lived it

Tiong Bahru Neighbourhood

One of Singapore's oldest housing estates, now a trendy enclave featuring Art Deco architecture, independent bookstores, and artisan cafes.

Singapore Chili Crab

The quintessential Singaporean seafood dish, featuring mud crabs stir-fried in a savory, spicy, and tangy tomato-and-chili-based sauce.

Lau Pa Sat (Telok Ayer Market)

A historic Victorian-era cast-iron food market in the heart of the business district, famous for its Satay Street in the evenings.

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple

A majestic four-story Tang-style temple in Chinatown that houses what is believed to be the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha.

Trusted Places

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28 Stevens Road #01-01, Singapore SG, 257878

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What do I need before travelling?

What you need before you go

Managing Your Budget

·While Singapore is expensive for lodging, travelers can save by eating at world-class hawker centers where meals cost under $10 SGD.

Getting Around via MRT

·The Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) is the most efficient way to travel; use a contactless credit card or EZ-Link card for easy access.

Safety and Local Laws

·Singapore is one of the safest cities globally. Note that chewing gum, littering, and jaywalking are strictly prohibited and carry fines.

Stay Connected

·Prepaid SIM cards and eSIMs are widely available at the airport from providers like Singtel, StarHub, and M1 for instant data access.

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