Singapore may be the most expensive city in the world, but it's also home to eclectic budget shops, incredible street food, and dozens of free parks — it is called the Garden City, after all.
We sifted through a Quora thread on the best things to do in Singapore, and pulled out the top suggestions from locals.
From exploring the hot new hipster neighborhoods to finding the best spots for local street food, here are 24 of the best things to do in Singapore.
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The Singapore Botanic Gardens is home to an array of lush plants and flowers. It’s free and open to the public every day of the year from 5am to midnight.
Click here to learn more about Singapore Botanic Gardens >
Check out Tiong Bahru, Singapore's hot new hipster neighborhood that's filled with cool shops, restaurants, bars, and restored shophouses.
Click here to take a virtual tour of Tiong Bahru »
Eat at a hawker center for a wide variety of mouthwatering local dishes that include everything from spicy curries to savory noodle dishes. Singapore is famous for its incredible street food, which you can sample here.
Click here to check out some of Singapore's street food options >
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