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5 days in Singapore: itinerary

A realistic 5-day route through Singapore with sensible stop lengths, travel days and costs.

6 min read · Updated 2026-08-01

Bay, heritage districts and a gardens morning.

The route

  • Days 1–1: Marina Bay
  • Days 2–2: Chinatown & Tiong Bahru
  • Days 3–3: Kampong Glam & Little India
  • Days 4–4: Singapore Botanic Gardens & Orchard

Why this order works

It keeps transfers short and ends near a major airport. The MRT metro is fast, cheap, air-conditioned and reaches almost every visitor area including Changi

What it costs

At mid-range pace, an estimated $800 per person on the ground, excluding flights.

When to run it

Best months: February, March, April, May, June, July, August.

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