Singapore 4-Day Itinerary: Complete Day-by-Day Plan

Singapore 4-Day Itinerary 2026: Complete Day-by-Day Plan

A 4-day Singapore itinerary covers Marina Bay + Sentosa + Chinatown + Little India + Gardens by the Bay + hawker food tour — the city-state’s essential first-time experience.

Quick Itinerary Summary

A 4-day Singapore itinerary covers Marina Bay + Sentosa + Chinatown + Little India + Gardens by the Bay + hawker food tour — the city-state’s essential first-time experience.

4

Days

4

Day Plans

2026

Updated

Singapore 4-Day Itinerary: Day-by-Day Plan

Day 1

Marina Bay Sands + Gardens by the Bay

Check in. Marina Bay Sands SkyPark, ArtScience Museum (lotus building), evening Gardens by the Bay light show + Supertrees.

Daily spend: $160-280/dayNote: 3 nights Marina Bay

Day 2

Cultural Districts: Chinatown + Little India + Kampong Glam

Sri Mariamman Temple, Maxwell Hawker Centre (chicken rice), Sri Veeramakaliamman in Little India, Sultan Mosque in Kampong Glam.

Daily spend: $120-220/dayNote: Hawker meals $5-10

Day 3

Sentosa Island

Universal Studios or S.E.A. Aquarium, Adventure Cove, Siloso Beach, sunset at Tanjong Beach Club.

Daily spend: $200-350/dayNote: Universal $80

Day 4

Singapore Botanic Gardens + Orchard + Departure

UNESCO Botanic Gardens (orchid garden), Orchard Road shopping, Newton Food Centre dinner. Late flight home.

Daily spend: $130-230/dayNote: Free entry to gardens

Budget Breakdown

Style | Daily | Total Trip Cost
Budget | $110/day | $440 + $200 flights
Mid-Range | $200/day | $800 + $300 internal
Luxury | $500/day | $2,000 + $700 luxury hotel

Pro Tips for this itinerary:

Singapore Tourist Pass (1-3 day MRT unlimited) — pays off after 4+ rides daily

EZ-Link card for MRT — cheaper per ride; refundable at airport

Hawker centers $5-10 meals — Maxwell, Newton, Lau Pa Sat best

Marina Bay Sands SkyPark observation deck $26 — or have a drink at Ce La Vi bar (similar view, $30 cocktail)

Aggressive aircon in malls — bring cardigan/scarf even in 32°C

Strict laws — no chewing gum, no jaywalking, no eating on MRT

Planning your Singapore trip? See our Singapore travel guide, visa requirements, trip cost, packing list, or the Ultimate Bucket List.

Singapore 4-Day Itinerary FAQ

How much does 4 days in Singapore cost?

Mid-range $800-1,800 USD per person including flights. Budget $500-900. Luxury $3,000+.

Is 4 days enough for Singapore?

Yes — covers Marina Bay + Sentosa + cultural districts + Botanic Gardens + hawker food. Easily extended to Bintan or Johor Bahru day trip.

What’s the best Singapore itinerary order?

Day 1 Marina Bay (jet lag friendly). Day 2 cultural districts (walking). Day 3 Sentosa (heavy). Day 4 botanic + departure (light).

Should you stay at Marina Bay Sands?

Iconic but $500-800/night. SkyPark + infinity pool reservation-only for guests. Cheaper hotels (Carlton, Pan Pacific) within walking distance.

Where to eat the best Singapore food?

Hawker centers — Maxwell (chicken rice, Tian Tian famous), Newton (seafood, Anthony Bourdain favorite), Lau Pa Sat (satay street). $5-10 meals.