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What Singapore lacks in size, this tiny city-state makes up in excitement and seemingly endless activities. Catch a whiff of street food or sight an ornate temple just around the corner — your senses will lead you deeper inside this cultural melting pot. With so much to discover, it's no wonder that the Lion City has become a top destination in Southeast Asia. Also known as the "Merlion City," it is home to a multicultural society living harmoniously, creating a unique cultural landscape.

Singapore has a lot more to offer than its concrete jungle surface suggests. To truly experience the city means to savor food in its many forms, from cheap and cheerful hawker fare to haute cuisine at Michelin-starred restaurants.

After shopping and visiting world-class attractions, replenish your energy at one of the green spaces spread across the island. Visit Gardens by the Bay in the city center or venture further south to Sentosa Island. It sure helps that Singapore has one of the world's most efficient public transport systems.

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Travel Tips for Singapore

What you need to know before traveling here

Getting Around Singapore

A guide to Singapore's local transportation

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The MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) tube, with its driver-free trains, is the artery of Singapore’s public transport. The network comprises of three main lines that link up this city-state. The train runs from early in the morning until midnight and known for its cleanliness, speed, and safety. Tickets and different types of reduced rate tickets can be bought at all stations.

Practical Tips for Singapore

Things to prepare and best way to visit

Passport/Visa Policies

ASEAN citizens do not require a visa for transit or stays up to 30 days in Singapore. Similarly, citizens of the majority of the world countries do not require tourist visas if they stay less than 30 – 90 days. Should you need one, you can easily obtain it online and received it in printable format.

To be granted entry into Singapore, all visitors must own a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure, proof of sufficient funds for the duration of their stay, a return or onward ticket, and if applicable, visa for the following destination.

Best Time to Visit

Singapore greets visitors with warm temperatures and nice weather nearly all year round, but the likelihood of rain is also present at all times. Be aware that indoor temperatures in malls and subways are often significantly lower than outdoors, so those especially sensitive to such changes might want to carry a light jacket or sweatshirt. November through June are most popular with visitors; and with Chinese New Year also falling on that period, it might be reasonable to arrange for accommodations well in advance. Look out for various festivals held throughout the year.

What to do if I lost my passport in Singapore?

You should report passport loss at the nearest police station to where you lost it. Make an appointment with your embassy or consulate to apply for a Travel Document in Lieu of a Passport (SPLP). You will need to prepare your ID card, family card, birth certificate/diploma/marriage book, a certificate of loss of passport from the local police, and a passport photo. A photocopy of your previous passport can also be helpful.

What type of power plug is used in Singapore?

The power plug commonly used in Singapore is type G with 3 rectangular holes. Type C is also quite widely used. To be safe, bring a universal adapter with type G and type C plugs.

What should and shouldn't tourists do in Singapore?

Avoid littering, smoking in public places, chewing gum, and jaywalking in Singapore. Moreover, all cigarettes and tobacco products brought into the country are subject to duty and GST, so make sure to declare them upon arrival.

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