🦁 One Week in Singapore: Your Perfect Itinerary + Visa Guide
Singapore Trip With Visa: is where ultra-modern meets tradition, gardens meet skyscrapers, hawker‑food meets Michelin stars. If you’ve got 7 days, you can experience a lot — here’s how to make the most of them, plus everything you need to know about visas from the UAE.
📌 Visa Details for UAE Residents / Travellers
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Do UAE citizens need a visa? | No. UAE passport holders get visa‑on‑arrival in Singapore, valid for 30 days, extendable up to 90 days in total. |
| Passport validity | Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry. |
| Do other nationalities need visa? | Yes — check via Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) website. If you need one, there are authorised visa agents in Dubai who can help. |
| Application process (for those who need visa) | • Fill in Form 14A • Passport photo (recent, white background) • Proof of travel (flight booking) • Hotel / accommodation booking • Sometimes bank statements or employment proof • Submit via authorised visa agent or VFS in Dubai. |
| Processing time | Usually 5‑7 working days but can be longer depending on verification. Apply within 30 days before travel. |
| Important notes | Possession of a visa (if required) doesn’t guarantee entry — the immigration officer grants a “visit pass” on arrival. Overstaying is illegal. Also, carrying large sums of money (above SGD 20,000 or equivalent) should be declared. |
🗓️ One‑Week Singapore Itinerary: Day by Day
Here’s a suggested plan to cover highlights + hidden gems without rushing.
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Evening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1: Arrival & Marina Bay | Arrive at Changi Airport → check into hotel 🛄 | Rest and refresh. Explore Marina Bay Sands & the promenade. Visit the ArtScience Museum or rooftop SkyPark for views. | See the light & water show Spectra at MBS. Dinner by the bay. 🌃 |
| Day 2: Gardens & Nature | Gardens by the Bay (Flower Dome, Cloud Forest) | Walk the OCBC Skyway, then head to Singapore Botanic Gardens (UNESCO site). | Relax at the Helix Bridge; enjoy dinner at a hawker centre. |
| Day 3: Sentosa Island Fun | Universal Studios Singapore (theme park day) | Continue in Sentosa: S.E.A. Aquarium, Adventure Cove Waterpark etc. | Wings of Time show; sunset at the beach. 🏖️ |
| Day 4: Culture & Heritage | Chinatown: Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Indian & Chinese shops. | Little India / Kampong Glam: temples, street art, local food. | Night stroll along Singapore River, maybe take a bumboat ride. |
| Day 5: Wildlife & Outdoors | Singapore Zoo in Mandai; have lunch there. | Visit Night Safari in the evening — this is magical. | Dinner in Mandai area or head back into town. |
| Day 6: Shopping & Modern Singapore | Orchard Road shopping; check out luxury malls and boutiques. | Jewel at Changi Airport: Rain Vortex, Canopy Park. | Clarke Quay for riverside dining and nightlife. |
| Day 7: Off The Beaten Path / Relax | Explore Fort Canning Park, Japanese & Chinese Gardens in Jurong, or Pulau Ubin for rustic vibe. | Last‑minute shopping or revisit favourite spots. | Farewell dinner + head to airport. ✈️ |
🌟 Must‑See Attractions & Hidden Gems
- Merlion Park — iconic symbol of Singapore.
- Singapore Botanic Gardens — lush, peaceful, and UNESCO heritage.
- Japanese & Chinese Gardens (Jurong) — beautiful for nature lovers.
- Fort Canning Hill / Park — history + relaxing walks.
- Haw Par Villa — weird, wonderful, cultural.
💡 Tips & Practical Advice
- Getting around: MRT + buses are super efficient. Consider getting an EZ‑Link card: Singapore
- Weather: Singapore is hot & humid year round. Pack light clothes + rain jacket (showers come often).
- Food: Must try hawker centres — Hainanese chicken rice, chilli crab, laksa, etc.
- Cultural norms: Cleanliness is very important. No littering. Respect multiracial, multireligious setting.
- Budgeting: Accommodation in cheaper hotels / hostels can save a lot; many parks & nature spots are free or low cost.
- Connectivity: Getting a local SIM or e‑SIM helps. Free WiFi is widely available in many areas.