Singapore Guide

Highlights

1 The National Museum A slick showpiece, with artefacts, video and audio celebrating Singapore's history, culture and food.

2 Chinatown Heritage Centre The colour and the slums of the Chinatown of old are brilliantly recreated at this museum.

3 The Baba House At long last, Singapore can boast a showcase Peranakan residence comparable to those in Melaka and Penang.

4 Little India Old Singapore's most atmospheric district, a sensory overload of fortune-telling parrots, colourful sarees and aromatic spice-grinding shops.

5 The Botanic Gardens A relaxed and distinguished park with an immaculate orchid collection and forest walks.

6 Food Not for nothing does Singapore market itself as a foodie paradise – hundreds of restaurants serve up every style of Chinese cuisine, sophisticated fusion fare and more.