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Marina Bay Essentials

Marina Bay serves as Singapore’s architectural centerpiece, anchored by the iconic Merlion statue and the 101-hectare Gardens by the Bay. The district features distinct landmarks like the lotus-inspired ArtScience Museum, the DNA-structured Helix Bridge, and the "durian-shaped" Esplanade theatres. Engineering highlights include the 165-meter Singapore Flyer and the Marina Barrage dam. For dining and nightlife, the 19th-century Lau Pa Sat market offers traditional street food, while the historic Clarke Quay and 1-Altitude provide elevated views and riverside entertainment along the water's edge.

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Merlion Park

This park is notable especially because it holds the iconic landmark and "mascot" of Singapore: Merlion, a mythical half-lion, half-fish…

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Gardens by the Bay

Sprawling urban park and horticultural destination featuring iconic architectural biodomes and massive vertical gardens. This 101-hectare site contains over 20,000 plant species within three distinct waterfront gardens.

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Supertree Grove

One of the most iconic sights of the city, these large tree-like structures are especially magnificent when illuminated at night.

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Art Science Museum

Opened in 2011 as the first ArtScience museum in the world, this building is notable for its innovative lotus-like architectural form.

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Singapore Flyer

This 165-metre high Ferris wheel offers you one of the best views of the city.

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The Helix Bridge

The Helix Bridge, officially The Helix, and previously known as the Double Helix Bridge, is a pedestrian bridge linking Marina Centre with…

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Esplanade Theatres on the Bay

Nicknamed Durian thanks to its shape, this huge complex is one of the most visited art venues in the world - it has seen to the needs of…

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Waterfront Promenade

Completed in 2010, this waterfront promenade is the perfect place to go for a stroll and enjoy splendid views of the bay and its main…

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Lau Pa Sat

Also known as Telok Ayer Market, this 19th-century octagonal building houses one of the best places where to taste authentic Singaporean…

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Clarke Quay

Historic riverside quay featuring a vibrant entertainment and dining district with a mix of local and international cuisine and nightlife venues.

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Marina Barrage

Marina Barrage is a dam in southern Singapore built at the confluence of five rivers, across the Marina Channel between Marina East and…

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1-Altitude Rooftop Gallery & Bar

Occupying top 3 floors of One Raffles Place, this multi-concept facility features many dining and partying spots, all coming with an…

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