Are you planning a holiday? Consider adding Singapore as a stopover in your journey Singapore.
A few days in Singapore will not only give you the time to rest before the next leg of your journey, but will open your eyes to one of Asia’s most exciting cities. Discover all the fantastic things you can do in Singapore, and how you can tick the Lion City off your bucket list.
What is a stopover?
A stopover, sometimes called a layover, iswhen you are travelling between two destinations, say Sydney to London, andneed to wait or rest for a period of time before you continue on.
Typically, many long-haul flights will stopover in a global hub like Singapore to refuel, and this can take several hours. However, with our multi-city tool, you can convert those wasted hours into an overnight, or multi-day mini-break.
What are some popular routes that include a stopover in Singapore for less than $100?
There are so many routes to choose that include a stopover in Singapore.
In fact, many of these destinations are cheaper thanks to an extra stop, as Singapore is global hub and there are more competitive fares from this city.
Sydney –> Singapore –> Malé
Sydney –> Singapore –> Tokyo
What are some popular routes that include a stopover in Singapore for less than $300?
Fly to romantic and adventurous destinations and add-on a shopping and dining adventure with a stopover in Singapore for an easy breezy $300 or less.
Sydney –> Singapore –> Paris
Melbourne –> Singapore –> Delhi
What are some popular routes that include a stopover in Singapore for less than $400?
For less than $400 you can not only squeeze a stopover to Singapore, but you can also arrange mix ‘n’ match flights back!
Melbourne –> Singapore –> London
What can you do on a stopover in Singapore?
Singapore, a melting pot of a hundred different cultures, is one of the jewels of Asia. Soaring skyscrapers with stunning architecture stand side-by-side with colourful historic neighbourhoods, futuristic garden landscapes, golden beaches, bustling marketplaces and gleaming shopping avenues.
Discover dining in Singapore
Hankering for Peranakan cuisine? Dine at the celebrated National Kitchen by Violent Oon – a culinary icon in Singapore. Looking to try Singapore’s famed chicken rice? Head over to Maxwell Food Centre. If you have your family with you, you can take the kids to the activity-packed Open Farm Community.
Embarking on a solo stopover in Singapore? No problem, learn how to ‘chope’ (a colloquial term meaning to reserve your table) at the Newton Food Centre, and try the dishes at Hup Kee Fried Oyster Omelette. For fine dining aficionados, Singapore can supply mouth-watering dishes by the dozen. Go to Candlenut for a taste of Peranakan cuisine, The Coconut Club for nasi lemak, or Labyrinth for Michelin-starred Singaporean cuisine with a contemporary twist.
Indulge your shopping habit
Retail therapy really lives up to its name in Singapore. Beautiful and air-conditioned shopping malls like the luxury Marina Bay Sands The Shoppes or the popular ION Orchard provide comfortable backdrops while you check out deluxe and much-loved high street brands.
A stroll down the city’s most famousshopping avenue, Orchard Road, will give you a chance to pop on pieces fromvaunted Singaporean designers and international fashion houses.
Bargain hunters can wander down to Chinatown or over to the Bugis Street Market, where you can wind your way around hundreds of stalls. Shop for jewellery, clothes, accessories, art and electronics in these sprawling shopping enclaves.
Soak in the sights and sounds of Chinatown and Little India
Singapore is a melting pot of cultures and influences, and exploring its heritage neighbourhoods is fundamental to getting to know the Lion City.
In Little India you can pop into celebrated restaurants like the Banana Leaf Apolo, investigate the colourful hawker haven, Tekka Market, and visit the incredible Mustafa Centre, open 24 hours a day, and one of the best places in the city to buy jewellery.
In Chinatown, you’ll find Thian Hock Keng Temple, the oldest Chinese temple in Singapore, and well worth a visit. You’ll also be able to drop by the Maxwell Food Centre and the Chinatown Complex. Both of these food markets have been recognised by the Michelin guide, with Liao Fan Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice & Noodle at the Complex currently lauded as the cheapest place in the world to eat a Michelin starred meal.
Get a taste of Peranakan culture
Peranakan culture is a blend of Chinese, Indian, Indonesian and Malay influences, thanks to inter-marrying between these cultures, and represents the spirit of Singapore.
Discover the charms of Singapore’s Peranakan heritage by visiting Joo Chiat and Katong areas. Wander past the beautifully coloured shopfronts, coffeehouses and restaurants of these neighbourhoods.
Step into The Intan to drink tea and admire the Peranakan antiques, and learn about the culture in its museum. Then drop by Rumeh Bebe, a heritage boutique that runs beading workshops, sells art, clothes, and gifts, and is a lauded local restaurant.
Enjoy the gardens of Singapore
Visit the Singapore Botanic Gardens, a gorgeous tropical garden in the middle of the city, which is 160 years old, and recently named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Then take yourself to the modern and marvellous Gardens by the Bay, a stunning example of garden artistry. These contemporary gardens wrap themselves around the Marina Reservoir, and provide a window into how cities in the future can incorporate nature into their bone structure.
Relax on the beaches of Singapore
When we say this city has it all, we reallymean it has it all: go to Sentosa Island, and head to Siloso Beach, a littleslice of paradise within a stone’s throw of the city. Play beach sports likevolleyball, enjoy watersports like kayaking, or simply sit back and soak in thesunshine on the golden sands.
If you have time, make your way to MerlionPark, where you can see the iconic statue of the Merlion. The head of a lion,and the body of a fish, which stands as a representative of the city’s fishingvillage heritage, and its Malay name ‘Singapura’ which literally translates as‘Lion City’.
How do I book a stopover in Singapore?
Skyscanner Australia makes booking a stopover in Singapore a cinch, simply use our multi-city flights planner.
- Select “multi-city” on the Skyscanner homepage
- Enter desired dates and destinations, up to 6 legs
- Select number of passengers and cabin class
- Search flights
- Edit filters for specific airlines, arrival/departure times and more
- Find the flight you want, hit select and book!
What is a Changi Stopover?
A Changi Stopover is a booked package where you can combine a hotel room, airport transfers, and a SIM card with a multi-day stay in Singapore. The packages start at 2-day-1-night stays, but you can tailor this to fit your needs and your sightseeing itinerary.
How do I book a Changi Stopover?
It’s easy, all you need to do is follow a few simple steps:
- Book a multi-city itinerary that leaves enough room for at least one night in Singapore.
- Then, choose your stay package. Such as a 2-day–1-night stay with or without breakfast.
- Lastly, confirm your purchase with your flight details, and that’s it!
