Shopping
One of the most popular and iconic shopping malls, occupying 335 food and retail outlets. The FREE observation deck, ION Sky, is located on the 55th and 56th floor of the building.
375 locals recommend
ION Orchard
2 Orchard TurnOne of the most popular and iconic shopping malls, occupying 335 food and retail outlets. The FREE observation deck, ION Sky, is located on the 55th and 56th floor of the building.
Reasons why we love Esprit: their amazing custom blends created with a whole host of essential oils, the hot stone massage and the Zsa Zsa Gabor orange and pumpkin scented facial.
Spa Esprit Paragon
Reasons why we love Esprit: their amazing custom blends created with a whole host of essential oils, the hot stone massage and the Zsa Zsa Gabor orange and pumpkin scented facial.
Various beauty salons can be found on the fourth floor. Cheap and good Facials, a wax and manipedies! Get a stylish haircut at a full-service salon for about $10, even for ladies.
189 locals recommend
Lucky Plaza
304 Orchard RdVarious beauty salons can be found on the fourth floor. Cheap and good Facials, a wax and manipedies! Get a stylish haircut at a full-service salon for about $10, even for ladies.
Singapore's oldest air-conditioned shopping mall, but one of the locals' favorite with lots of restaurants, shopping, cinema and lots of family friendly restaurants!
301 locals recommend
Plaza Singapura
68 Orchard RdSingapore's oldest air-conditioned shopping mall, but one of the locals' favorite with lots of restaurants, shopping, cinema and lots of family friendly restaurants!
Apparel, drystores, electronics, toiletries and party gear—you’ll find this and lots more at Mustafa Centre, an iconic shopping destination in the heart of Little India! You can spend all day!
93 locals recommend
Mustafa Centre
145 Syed Alwi RoadApparel, drystores, electronics, toiletries and party gear—you’ll find this and lots more at Mustafa Centre, an iconic shopping destination in the heart of Little India! You can spend all day!
Food Scene
At a price of $9.90++, choose from the Beef Tenderloin, Special Fish Head, Specialty Chicken/Pork Tenderloin, Pork Belly, Mushroom or Vegetables lunchtime (till 4pm) set meals.
219 locals recommend
Orchard Central
181 Orchard RdAt a price of $9.90++, choose from the Beef Tenderloin, Special Fish Head, Specialty Chicken/Pork Tenderloin, Pork Belly, Mushroom or Vegetables lunchtime (till 4pm) set meals.
MUST EAT Hainanese Chicken Rice! I loved that the boneless meat of the Roasted Chicken Rice fully captured the sauce’s essence in its tender goodness, but it was the chilli that won me over.
Hainanese Delicacy
14 Scotts RdMUST EAT Hainanese Chicken Rice! I loved that the boneless meat of the Roasted Chicken Rice fully captured the sauce’s essence in its tender goodness, but it was the chilli that won me over.
Dong Dae Mun at Somerset 313 is the only outlet islandwide that serves meals like Kimchi Fried Rice and Korean Ramyun, within a dining space that fits about 12 people.
Dong Dae Mun
Dong Dae Mun at Somerset 313 is the only outlet islandwide that serves meals like Kimchi Fried Rice and Korean Ramyun, within a dining space that fits about 12 people.
The Ayam Penyet was a mouth-watering sight - The chefs mastered the art of deep-frying the chicken. It’s sinful but worth every calorie. You must order a drink because the chili is very intense!
Ayam Penyet Ria
304 Orchard RdThe Ayam Penyet was a mouth-watering sight - The chefs mastered the art of deep-frying the chicken. It’s sinful but worth every calorie. You must order a drink because the chili is very intense!
If you love a pie but hate the mess of having it to-go, dine in at Pies & Coffee! With a menu that carries both sweet and savory pies priced between $6-12, it’s an ideal spot for a meal or snack.
252 locals recommend
The Centrepoint
Orchard RoadIf you love a pie but hate the mess of having it to-go, dine in at Pies & Coffee! With a menu that carries both sweet and savory pies priced between $6-12, it’s an ideal spot for a meal or snack.
Branch of Singapore's most famous Indonesian food, this store comes with a specialty in the Ayam Panggang, the shop is known for using only fresh chicken.
Riverside Indonesian BBQ
68 Orchard RdBranch of Singapore's most famous Indonesian food, this store comes with a specialty in the Ayam Panggang, the shop is known for using only fresh chicken.
HUNGRY after midnight? Thai Tantric’s opening hours (11am-3pm, 6pm-3am) allow you fix 'em! Popular dishes include Phad Thai ($6.50), Tom Yum Seafood Soup ($10) and Fried Glass Noodles with Seafood($7)
Thai Tantric Authentic Thai Cuisine
400 Orchard RdHUNGRY after midnight? Thai Tantric’s opening hours (11am-3pm, 6pm-3am) allow you fix 'em! Popular dishes include Phad Thai ($6.50), Tom Yum Seafood Soup ($10) and Fried Glass Noodles with Seafood($7)
Must eat Nasi Lemak, A coconut flavoured malay rice dish! The cheapest of the lot is found at $3.80 at a remote corner of Lucky Plaza’s basement. I love the rice and chili best!
189 locals recommend
Lucky Plaza
304 Orchard RdMust eat Nasi Lemak, A coconut flavoured malay rice dish! The cheapest of the lot is found at $3.80 at a remote corner of Lucky Plaza’s basement. I love the rice and chili best!
The restaurant has good cause that hire ex-convicts or delinquents as part of the staff. the “Be Your Own Chef” menu is a highly popular and customizable classic for baked rice or pasta under $10.
235 locals recommend
Cineleisure Orchard
8 Grange RdThe restaurant has good cause that hire ex-convicts or delinquents as part of the staff. the “Be Your Own Chef” menu is a highly popular and customizable classic for baked rice or pasta under $10.
Espuma Lab in PoMo features Michelin-style culinary methods like Espuma (foam) and Sous Vide (thermal circulator). BUT... the main courses are unbelievably priced at - get this - $6.80!
PoMo
1 Selegie RdEspuma Lab in PoMo features Michelin-style culinary methods like Espuma (foam) and Sous Vide (thermal circulator). BUT... the main courses are unbelievably priced at - get this - $6.80!
Established in 1990, it’s the home of rock and platters of American food. Open until late, the staff and crowd are extremely friendly, and a good time is nothing less than guaranteed.
10 locals recommend
Hard Rock Cafe Singapore
50 Cuscaden RoadEstablished in 1990, it’s the home of rock and platters of American food. Open until late, the staff and crowd are extremely friendly, and a good time is nothing less than guaranteed.
Although the place looks like a drinking den you can come early to sample their excellent ramen noodles, perfect for lining your stomach before you hit the bar.
86 locals recommend
The Horse's Mouth
9 Raffles BoulevardAlthough the place looks like a drinking den you can come early to sample their excellent ramen noodles, perfect for lining your stomach before you hit the bar.
Michelin Star Taiwanese Dimsum, noodle restaurant that many locals and tourists love! Especially the Xiao Long bao!
66 locals recommend
Din Tai Fung
9 Bishan PlMichelin Star Taiwanese Dimsum, noodle restaurant that many locals and tourists love! Especially the Xiao Long bao!
Entertainment & Activities
Famous family friendly restaurant chain! Apart from the steaks and chops, most pastas, burgers and fish dishes go for below $10. I love the flexibility in selecting sides too!
8 locals recommend
Astons Specialties
2 Jurong East Central 1Famous family friendly restaurant chain! Apart from the steaks and chops, most pastas, burgers and fish dishes go for below $10. I love the flexibility in selecting sides too!
Sightseeing
Art Forum
82 Cairnhill RdNews and critiques of exhibitions in the visual arts, with a contemporary focus.
Fort Canning Park is one of the city’s most significant historical landmarks. It is also home to Battle Box, an interesting underground tunnel complex from the Second World War.
135 locals recommend
Fort Canning Park
River Valley RoadFort Canning Park is one of the city’s most significant historical landmarks. It is also home to Battle Box, an interesting underground tunnel complex from the Second World War.
The National Museum of Singapore is not only the oldest museum but also one of the most prominent national monuments. exhibits that largely reflect the rich history of Singapore as well as Asia.
425 locals recommend
National Museum of Singapore
93 Stamford RdThe National Museum of Singapore is not only the oldest museum but also one of the most prominent national monuments. exhibits that largely reflect the rich history of Singapore as well as Asia.
With its rich history and iconic status, Chinatown draws in a great mix of folks, from the expats to the locals, and has a colorful array of sights, shops and stuff to check out.
259 locals recommend
Chinatown MRT Station
New Bridge RoadWith its rich history and iconic status, Chinatown draws in a great mix of folks, from the expats to the locals, and has a colorful array of sights, shops and stuff to check out.
Tiong Bahru Estate is one of the oldest housing estates in Singapore, transformed into the city's hippiest cafe crowded area ever! Go cafe hopping with different themes!
Tiong Bahru Road
Tiong Bahru RoadTiong Bahru Estate is one of the oldest housing estates in Singapore, transformed into the city's hippiest cafe crowded area ever! Go cafe hopping with different themes!
The gallery has more than 50 exhibits covering all aspects of Singapore’s growth, from public housing to planning the MRT network. Exhibits are interactive with lots of video, audio, and simulations.
8 locals recommend
Singapore City Gallery
The gallery has more than 50 exhibits covering all aspects of Singapore’s growth, from public housing to planning the MRT network. Exhibits are interactive with lots of video, audio, and simulations.
The Mint Museum is the world’s first museum created specifically for toys, showcasing more than 50,000 toys worth a lot!
15 locals recommend
Mint Museum of Toys
26 Seah StThe Mint Museum is the world’s first museum created specifically for toys, showcasing more than 50,000 toys worth a lot!
It's actually a lot of fun, especially for youngsters, with antique fire engines! It’s the perfect place to take kids and admission is free! Some of the exhibits resemble video games!
Civil Defence Heritage Gallery
62 Hill StIt's actually a lot of fun, especially for youngsters, with antique fire engines! It’s the perfect place to take kids and admission is free! Some of the exhibits resemble video games!
Reflections at Bukit Chandu is a must-visit for World War II aficionados. Nearby Pasir Panjang Food Centre makes for a good place to retreat to after a visit.
Bukit Chandu War Memorial
Reflections at Bukit Chandu is a must-visit for World War II aficionados. Nearby Pasir Panjang Food Centre makes for a good place to retreat to after a visit.
Arts & Culture
It is an ideal place to see close to 8,000 pieces of Singaporean and Southeast Asian modern and contemporary art. The museum also has a small shop as well as a cafe and restaurant.
92 locals recommend
Singapore Art Museum
71 Bras Basah RdIt is an ideal place to see close to 8,000 pieces of Singaporean and Southeast Asian modern and contemporary art. The museum also has a small shop as well as a cafe and restaurant.
World-class temporary exhibitions make the ArtScience Museum worth its hefty admission fee. E.g. Genghis Khan, treasures from a sunken ship, the works of surrealist Salvador Dali, Real mummy, titanic.
372 locals recommend
ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands
6 Bayfront AveWorld-class temporary exhibitions make the ArtScience Museum worth its hefty admission fee. E.g. Genghis Khan, treasures from a sunken ship, the works of surrealist Salvador Dali, Real mummy, titanic.
Everything Else
This offers a taste of aviation, with your chance to pilot an Airbus A320, experiencing take-off and landing, and well as learning all about the switchboard inside the cockpit.
SG Flight Simulations
181 Orchard RdThis offers a taste of aviation, with your chance to pilot an Airbus A320, experiencing take-off and landing, and well as learning all about the switchboard inside the cockpit.
Singapore's largest spa, with 22,000 sq.ft. of space, partly outdoors thanks to its rooftop location. Basic day package $82, including use of spa facilities and all you can eat/drink from the menu.
277 locals recommend
Nimisski (Paragon)
290 Orchard RdSingapore's largest spa, with 22,000 sq.ft. of space, partly outdoors thanks to its rooftop location. Basic day package $82, including use of spa facilities and all you can eat/drink from the menu.
Drinks & Nightlife
The main reason to take a quick walk down this street is that it remains almost frozen in time, with most buildings constructed between 1900 and 1920. The best time to come is in the evening for drink
8 locals recommend
Emerald Hill Rd
The main reason to take a quick walk down this street is that it remains almost frozen in time, with most buildings constructed between 1900 and 1920. The best time to come is in the evening for drink
This bar is too popular to be called a secret, it offers great value drinks and good offers on beers, wine and house pours.
90 locals recommend
Alley Bar
2 Emerald Hill RoadThis bar is too popular to be called a secret, it offers great value drinks and good offers on beers, wine and house pours.
TAB is a great live music venue that attracts a wide variety of artists and DJs to their stage. Live music every night from 22:30, with acts in English, Chinese and even Thai.
442 Orchard Rd
442 Orchard RoadTAB is a great live music venue that attracts a wide variety of artists and DJs to their stage. Live music every night from 22:30, with acts in English, Chinese and even Thai.