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7 Budget Travel Experiences in Singapore For Less Than $100

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Jerica

Published

July 01, 2022

Singapore bursts with life all year round, from popular attractions to hideouts waiting to be discovered. Behind the veneer of endless shopping districts, luxury hotels and dining experiences lie a unique blend of activities catering to all ages and interests. With businesses constantly launching new promotions, those looking for a fun activity to rediscover the best of this Lion City are truly spoilt for choice. Exploring this futuristic city either as a tourist or a local has never been easier, and in this article, we spill the beans on some of our favourite Singapore budget travel attractions of less than S$100.

Gardens by the Bay Singapore

Gardens by the Bay Singapore, Supertree Grove

Gardens By The Bay

Located a 10-minute stroll from the Marina Bay Sands lies an architectural marvel - Gardens By The Bay. This sanctuary for nature lovers and budding horticulturalists is the perfect destination to reimagine nature with artistic finesse. You would be pleasantly surprised to know that the cost of enjoying this oasis of lush greenery is $0. You read that right, it is completely free of charge to enter the grounds of the gardens and snap pictures of the Supertree Grove. Talk about a better Singapore budget travel option! When dusk falls, the grove lights up with the Garden Rhapsody, a spectacle of light and sound.

To enter the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest of the Gardens, one would need a paid ticket. We love the Singapore City Pass Adventure and Singapore City Pass Explorer bundle deals below $100 which allow you to save up to 33% off ticket prices. Marvel at exotic plants and gigantic supertrees without having the break the bank.

Captain Explorer DUKW (DUCK) Tour

Captain Explorer DUKW® (pronounced as DUCK) Tour

Family Tour on Captain Explorer DUKW (DUCK) Singapore

Family travel on Captain Explorer DUKW® (pronounced as DUCK) Tour

Captain Explorer DUKW® Tour

Hop onto an authentic revamped Vietnam War-era vehicle, an amphibious vehicle to soak in the Singapore skyline from two different perspectives - on land and in the water. Tour the city in style as you are accompanied by one of our City Ambassadors to learn more of Singapore’s history, culture and traditions. Start off with a city exploration, a drive around the city landmarks like Esplanade, Padang, Supreme Court, City Hall, and War Memorial.

When you think you have seen it all, there's more. It's time for "Splashdown" into the waters of Marina Bay as you continue your tour along the Singapore river. Whip out your cameras as your vehicle cruises by the Merlion, Marina Bay Sands, and Esplanade Theatres on the Bay. Book this budget travel option with City Tours here.

White Tigers at Singapore Zoo

White Tigers at Singapore Zoo

Orang Utans at Singapore Zoo

White Tiger at the Singapore Zoo

Singapore Zoo

The award-winning Singapore Zoo is home to one of the world’s first ‘open concept’ zoos. Our resident species are housed in landscaped enclosures as opposed to traditional cages. Brace yourself for an exotic adventure with over 4,000 animals inhabiting the lush tropical rainforest. Opt for a Night Safari experience for an off-hour wildlife experience to observe the Zoo’s nocturnal fauna.

Book your tickets to the Singapore Zoo or the Night Safari Park Admission as part of the Singapore City Pass Adventure for the greatest bundle deals below $100.

Singapore Flyer

Singapore Flyer with Skyline view

Singapore Sling Flight

Singapore Sling Flight

Singapore Flyer

If the vantage points of the Marina Bay Sands aren’t enough for you, fret not because Singapore has even more to offer! Hop on board the Singapore Flyer, Asia’s largest observation wheel. As you stand 165m above the ground, soak in the breathtaking Singapore skyline that spans all the way to the Straits of Johor and Spice Islands of Indonesia. Enjoy a classic Singapore Sling cocktail up in the air with the Singapore Flyer - Sling Flight package offered by City Tours.

An all-time classic - the Singapore Sling is synonymous with Singapore, and is one of the nation's best-known cocktails made with an authentic recipe developed back in 1915. Now, you can ride Asia’s largest ferris wheel while sipping the classic Singapore Sling, a bundle deal fit for a king. This chilled gin-based cocktail will be your best companion as you're enjoying the view over Singapore and beyond. 

Book the Sling Flight package here for a uniquely local experience.

Murals Explorer with DuVee Singapore Tour

Singapore Murals Explorer with DuVee®

DuVee Explores Mobile Game

Murals Explorer with DuVee®

With Singapore’s blend of unique cultures and ethnicities, a reflection of this melting pot can be found along hidden winding lanes and alleys, beautifully handpainted as murals etched into Singapore’s history and art scene. What better way to understand Singapore history than to take a little walk down memory lane (literally)?

Art comes alive with the Murals Explorer with DuVee® Tour as you discover Singapore’s diverse and multicultural murals that define a Singaporean identity. Through a 3-hour immersive and experiential tour on board the FunVee™ Open-Top Bus, this family-friendly activity inspires you to rediscover street art. The murals are utterly charming in their depiction of how life used to be in the olden days - street vendors serving fishball noodles, tuckshops selling daily provisions, the old-fashioned camera store and children peeking out in innocence through the windows. There are abundant opportunities to capture “*Instagram-worthy”* shots of the murals.

That's not all! Access our signature the 'DuVee Explores' mobile app and capture DuVee on the go to earn rewards. The #CityToursPhotoContest encourages participants to boost their creativity through photography while appreciating street art that celebrates our local artists. Submit one of your most creative mural shots taken during the tour and stand a chance to win a $50 experience voucher. Another fantastic Singapore budget travel option, book this unique experience with City Tours here.

Sentosa Beach

Chill-out on Sentosa Beach

Sentosa Island

Sentosa Island Tour

Sentosa

If you a craving a day out in the sun, Sentosa Islands is the place to be. Singapore's famous island resort and the abundance of activities it has to offer is guaranteed to fill your day with excitement and adventure. Take flight abroad the highest open-air panoramic ride in Singapore – SkyHelix Sentosa, or enjoy the iconic multi-sensory night show, Wings of Time. Set against the backdrop of an open sea, be enthralled by the enhanced pyrotechnics effects, dazzling water, laser and fire effects.

Alternatively, opt for a Singapore budget travel option with a two-hour Sentosa Island Bus Tour to discover the beauty and charm of the State of Fun while learning more about the evolution and transformation of the island. Book your bundle tickets for SkyHelix, Wings of Time and the Sentosa Island Bus Tour through the Singapore City Pass Adventure or the Singapore City Pass Explorer for the best bundle deals below $100 today.

Singapore Sunset Cruise

Sunset Cruise by Marina Bay

Sunset Cruise by Marina Bay

The skyscraper complex that paints the Singapore skyline is a remarkable work of architecture. What better way to experience the Marina Bay skyline than with a sunset cruise over the waters with your loved ones? Operated by City Tours, hop on board an amphibious vehicle to watch the sunset over the horizon, undisturbed by crowds as you soak in the majestic view of the bay. Front-row seats, drink in hand, and endless photo opportunities await you with this unique new Singapore experience.

Book here for the sunset cruise of a lifetime.

One does not have to break the bank to enjoy the best that Singapore has to offer. The country is a relatively easy city to explore, with its extensive transportation network that makes getting around simple. With its abundance of attractions catering to a variety of different interests, the many kid- and wallet-friendly experiences make for a wonderful time here on this little red dot. From art jams to nature adventures, discover Singapore at your own pace - and travel budget!

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