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The National Orchid Garden is located on the highest hill in the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Three hectares of carefully landscaped slopes provide a setting for over 1,000 species and 2,000 hybrids, with about 600 species and hybrids on display. The most distinctive feature of the National Orchid Garden that is not to be missed is its design concept which presents the display of plants in four separate colour zones.

A national garden and premier horticultural attraction for local and international visitors, Gardens by the Bay is a masterpiece of horticulture and garden artistry that presents the plant kingdom in a whole new way. Entertaining whilst educating visitors with plants is seldom seen in this part of the world, with a showcase of plants ranging from species in cool, temperate climates to tropical forests and habitats.

With more than 150 years of history, the 82-hectare Singapore Botanic Gardens holds a unique and significant place in the country's history and the region. Through the botanical preservation work carried out today, it will continue to play an important role as a leading tropical botanical institute, and an endearing place to all who visit. The Gardens was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site at the 39th session of the World Heritage Committee (WHC) on 4 July 2015.

Marina Bay Sands is a hotel of architectural wonder in the heart of Singapore, and it has been crowned as having the world's largest rooftop infinity pool. Spectacular nightlife and entertainment and luxury shopping lie at your fingertips here as well. Be amazed by acclaimed museum exhibitions and breathtaking theatre shows and explore 170 premium brand stores. The momentum of the night is in your hands when you revel in the best of entertainment, all in one destination.

For over 40 years, visitors of Singapore Zoo have immersed themselves in one the most beautiful settings in the world, where animals roam freely in open and natural habitats. Covering 26 hectares, the park is home to over 2,800 animals representing over 300 species. As Singapore’s premier leisure venue, we receive over 1.7 million visitors annually. It isn’t a surprise then, that Singapore Zoo was named #1 Zoo and Aquarium in Asia and #3 globally in the Travelers’ Choice Awards in 2015.

At a height of 165m, Singapore Flyer is one of the world’s largest Giant Observation Wheel and also one of Asia’s biggest tourist attractions. Singapore Flyer was conceived and designed by Dr. Kisho Kurokawa and DP Architects, Singapore. It held its groundbreaking ceremony in September 2005 and was launched in 2008. It promises more than just a view, but a panorama that captures Marina Bay’s skyline with a glimpse of neighbouring Malaysia and Indonesia.

Orchard Road, Asia’s most famous shopping street, is home to fashion favourites, specialist stores and loads of other lifestyle choices. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned shopper, Orchard Road, a 2.2km shopping belt, is the place for retail therapy. Flanked by iconic shopping malls, restaurants and hotels, choc-a-bloc with retail, dining and entertainment, Orchard Road has something for every taste and budget.

The cramped five-foot-ways, dingy alleys and raucous street hawkers are relics of Chinatown’s past. Yet pockets of history remain in Chinatown, along with more modern sights. You could easily spend a few days wandering through these still-narrow streets. Family-run goldsmiths, medicinal halls and teahouses ply their trades next to sleeker neighbours such as hipster bars and lifestyle shops.