The world's original cultural hotpot, Singapore is a fusion of people and faiths and creeds like few places on earth. Districts that bear monikers like Little India and Chinatown sizzle with Canton noodles and Keralan thali plates, enclaves of Hinduism or Taoism or Islam that you can flit between at just the hop of a single street. Singapore's also swish and clean, a center for banking and globalized business. The upshot is there are Singapore vacation rentals for all sorts, ranging from chic worker penthouses to characterful boltholes in immersive neighborhoods.
Befitting its stature as a true global city, Singapore has plenty in the way of world-class draws. Get ready for the roars of white tigers and the stomp of elephants at the acclaimed Singapore Zoo. It's one of the largest in the world and even offers an amazing night safari package to bring you close to the nocturnal creatures of the jungle. Alternatively, you could bag yourself Singapore vacation rentals on Sentosa Island. Shimmering beaches, manicured golf courses, virtual roller coasters, ziplines and a Madame Tussauds are just a taster of the family attractions that abound there.
The charm of Singapore rests in its diversity. Just walking around the city should reveal everything from lantern-lit cookhouses in Chinatown to paneer-touting curry joints in Little India to world-class boutique shopping along Orchard Road. One of the many hop-on, hop-off bus tours that wiggle around the metropolis can help you check off all the major enclaves, while more focused food tours and cultural tours will let you home in on the sights, eateries and attractions you're most excited about.
The key to finding Singapore at its very best is in navigating the humid summers and the wet winters. June to August can get pretty hot, but that's okay if you're a shopper with an eye on the air-conditioned malls that participate in the Great Singapore Sale. February to April, in spring, are considered great months for outdoor sightseeing and walking around the town – they are cooler and drier. If you decide to come between November and February, be sure to pack a poncho – the rains can get heavy.
Singapore is among the smallest independent states in the world. Despite being diminutive, there's still room to pack in Southeast Asian jungle, swathes of mangrove and even sandy beaches. The latter are best on manicured Sentosa Island, which is just one of the 63 islets that make up the country. Once you're done sunning yourself there, how about a jaunt to the rainforest? The Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is the place for that. You'll need to dodge the crab-eating macaques and fairy bluebirds as you tramp up the marked hiking trails, there.
While one or two-week vacations to new places are awesome, there's something undeniably lovely about embarking on a weekend getaway. These rental properties in Singapore are ideal for just that:
If you want someplace a little more personal than a tired old hotel room, you'll like our studio apartments in Singapore. Cook up a meal in your kitchen, read a novel on the lounge and feel right at home. Here are some of our coziest studios:
With Vrbo's great range of short-term rentals in Singapore, you're bound to find a place to suit your needs. Whether you're chasing somewhere to kick back on your own or to hang out with family and friends, these options are tough to beat:
A romantic weekend getaway in Singapore is a surefire way to feed the flame of passion. Light some pretty candles, take your love by the hand and send sparks flying at one of these retreats:
There's nothing like travel to bring a family together, but first, you need to find the ideal space. These large family vacation rentals in Singapore come with plenty of room to reconnect with your loved ones: