Sentosa Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Sentosa Island showing views and a gondola
A luxurious island only a short cable-car trip from the city centre with a range of attractions to suit all tastes.

Found just 800 metres offshore, this is a top-quality destination for a break from city life. A range of wonderful entertainment is on offer for all the family, from amusement parks and native animals to fascinating museums.Immediately as you arrive by cable-car at Imbiah Lookout, a world of choice opens up in front of you. “Images of Singapore” is a high-tech look at the development of the city over time. You can stroll through hundreds of fluttering butterflies, or take an adventurous trip on the luge close by, or visit the Tiger Sky Tower soaring 131 metres into the sky and providing a fantastic vantage to look over the cityscape. The Merlion (a statue of a mythical lion-headed fish) also offers an elevated viewpoint over the island.The pristine white sand of Sentosa beach makes it a beautiful place to chill out and there is also a wide choice of eateries along the seafront leave your bathers at home however as this is not the best spot for swimming. Take a trip through Second World War military history at Fort Siloso while Sentora Golf Club has two full 18-hole courses, with a sumptuous clubhouse where you can have a drink and discuss your round.The fantastic marine life of this part of the world is celebrated at Underwater World and Dolphin Lagoon – come and marvel at their collection of sharks, dolphins, turtles and stingrays. Universal Studios Singapore brings the silver screen to life in this exciting amusement park.Located one kilometre from the city centre, Sentosa can be reached with ease. Take the monorail or the bus from VivoCity Centre, or for a more adventurous option, try the cable-car from Mount Faber or the Harbourfront Centre. It can be visited every day, but each attraction has its own opening hours. The price of entry is included in the transport costs to Sentosa.


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Our pick of the best Sentosa Island Hotel Deals

Furama RiverFront
Furama RiverFront
4 out of 5
405 Havelock Road, Singapore
The price is AU$161 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
AU$161
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Staff were lovely and helpful. Changed my room to facilitate my needs which was absolutely amazing."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Furama RiverFront
Village Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality
Village Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality
4.5 out of 5
10 Artillery Avenue, #02-01, Sentosa Island, Singapore
The price is AU$286 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$286
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (743 reviews)
"Very easy to get around only 5 mins walk from the sentosa express shopping near buy for there was a wide variety of food from different countries, it was very clean and the staff was very friendly"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Village Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality
W Singapore - Sentosa Cove
W Singapore - Sentosa Cove
5 out of 5
21 Ocean Way, Singapore
The price is AU$506 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$506
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"In general, everything is really good at W hotel with staff at the kitchen Table particularly friendly and helpful. Two of the staff there have provided really outstanding service that deserve special mention : Nisha and Bhavani. I wish to take this opportunity here to record my appreciation to their ..."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

W Singapore - Sentosa Cove
Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa, Singapore
Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa, Singapore
5 out of 5
101 Siloso Road Sentosa, Singapore
The price is AU$414 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$414
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Singapore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel, the staff were very helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa, Singapore
Pan Pacific Singapore
Pan Pacific Singapore
5 out of 5
7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, Singapore
The price is AU$419 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
AU$419
per night
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Located near Marina Bay Sands, this hotel was really conveniently placed and had good transport links to get around Singapore very easily (a 3-minute walk from Promenade MRT which had links to two train lines). The hotel itself was extremely clean and the staff were superb. We were pleasantly surprised ..."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Pan Pacific Singapore
YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
4 out of 5
366 Orchard Road, Singapore
The price is AU$246 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$246
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Great Value"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
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Other neighbourhoods around Sentosa Island

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Bukit Merah

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Bukit Merah. If sightseeing is on the list, Mount Faber Park is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Keppel Station or HarbourFront Station to see more of the area.

Bukit Merah
Chinatown showing a temple or place of worship, interior views and religious elements

Chinatown

4.5/5(176 area reviews)

Chinatown is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Chinatown Heritage Center and Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum. See more of Singapore by jumping on the metro at Chinatown Station or Maxwell Station.

Chinatown
Clarke Quay Mall showing shopping, interior views and modern architecture

Downtown Singapore

4.5/5(443 area reviews)

Downtown Singapore is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Orchard Road and Clarke Quay Central. See more of Singapore by jumping on the metro at Clarke Quay Station or Chinatown Station.

Downtown Singapore
Boat Quay which includes a house, street scenes and night scenes

Financial District Singapore

4.5/5(134 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and stunning river views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by UOB Plaza or Boat Quay while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Raffles Place Station to get around town.

Financial District Singapore
Clarke Quay Mall which includes a city, a bridge and a river or creek

Clarke Quay

Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Clarke Quay. You can visit top attractions like Clarke Quay Central and Clarke Quay Mall, and jump on the metro at Clarke Quay Station or Fort Canning MRT station to see more of the city.

Clarke Quay
Gardens by the Bay featuring modern architecture, night scenes and a park

Marina Bay

4.5/5(120 area reviews)

Known for its beautiful waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Marina Bay. Check out top attractions like Marina Bay Sands Casino and Gardens by the Bay, and jump on the metro at Bayfront Station or Marina South Station to see more of the city.

Marina Bay

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