Singapore: Traveling

Means of Transport Recommended in Town

Recommendation

An efficient public transportation network of taxis, buses and the modern Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) rail system ensures that travelling cross this city state is hassle-free and extremely affordable.
Buy an ez-link card. It can be used both for MRT and Buses.

Maps of Urban Networks

Maporama
Mapblast
UT Library on line
Singapore Network Map

Transportation From Airport to City Centre:

Airport	Distance	Taxi	Bus	Train	Car Rental
Singapore - Changi Intl (SIN	19 km / 12 miles	SGD 22-30 / 25 min	SGD 2	SGD 2.80 / 25-30 min	Available

Means of Transport Recommended in the Rest of the Country

Recommendation

Most commonly used transportation is The Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) it is a modern, air-conditioned passenger train service with stations all over the island. Trains operate from 0530 hrs until 0030 hrs daily. Travelling on the MRT is cheap, with rides ranging from SGD 0.80 to a maximum of SGD 1.70.

MRT has two operators : SMRT Corporation Ltd (SMRT) and SBS Transit

Taxi's are a little bit expensive and take long duration to reach the destination. For a group of four passengers with luggage Taxi is recommended.

Rail Companies

Keretapi Tanah Melayu (Malayan Railways Limited);
SMRT Corporation Ltd (SMRT)
SBS Transit

Airlines

You Can Consult the List of Airlines Banned Within the EU. Look Also at the rating of the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Traveling By Yourself

Recommendation

Driving in Singapore is considered safe. A right permit is required for driving in Singapore which is issued by Land Transport Authority . Public streets and commuter facilities are well-lit for the safety of all road-users. Traffic signs and directional signs are clear and plentiful. Some sections of highways are restricted during rush hours.

Road Maps

Streetdirectory
StreeMap@Singapore

Find an Itinerary

Mapblast

Different Forms of Tourism

Historical

World War II Sites, along with various old historical places like Churches, Temples , Mosque, Old Residence, Bridges are worth seeing.

Visit : The official tourism web site

Cultural

Many festivals take place throughout the year (festival of the temple, Mosque, Churches, New year, Country and Culture Celebrations).

Nature

Parks, Gardens and other Panoramic views of the harbors are counted as natural reserves.

Religious

Many temples, Mosque and Church are spread across city of Singapore.

Thermal

Two famous hot water springs, Sembawang Hot Spring and Pulau Tekong.

Beach

Beaches add to the beauty of the nation of Singapore . Clink the link to see details: Focus Singapore.

Winter Sports

Snow City introduces the concept of snow and cold climates in a fun, entertaining and educational way.

Outdoor Activities

Golf, Water Sports, and adventure sports.

Shopping

Singapore is known as a shopper's paradise in the region because of the competitive prices and easy availability of goods. Electrical equipment of all types can be bought at Sungei Road , but caution is advised as there are many imitation products around. For more information on shopping in Singapore , see the Singapore Shopping brochure published by the Singapore Tourism Board .

Tourism Organizations

Singapore Tourism Board

Health and Safety

Health Precautions

Vaccination certificates are required for travellers who, within the preceding six days, have been in or passed through any country in which yellow fever is prevalent.

International Hospitals

Singapore has many international quality hospitals. Doctors and Nurses in hospitals are well acquainted with English. Singapore health care costs are very high. Doctors and hospitals expect immediate payment for services. Patients are usually required to provide a deposit or guarantee of payment prior to admission.

For Further Information on Sanitary Conditions

Ministry of Health , Singapore

For Further Information on Safety Conditions

Visit the web site of Canadian Foreign Office
Visit the site of the US department of State
Singapore Tourism Board

Time Difference and Climate

Time and Time Difference

It is %T:%M %A In Singapour (GMT+8)

Summer Time Period

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