Singapore Travel Guide
Tourist season
Are December and January good months to visit Singapore?
December
Semi-high
season
January
Semi-high
season
Did you know?
The surface area of Singapore is 276 mi², which puts the country in position number 188 in terms of the area in the world.
How far is it?
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The distance between Singapore (SG) and Washington D.C. (US) is 9660 miles
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Safety
General travel safety level in Singapore on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).
Level 1 • Exercise normal safety precautions.
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Singapore
A Brief History of Singapore
Important historical events that significantly shaped the nation's trajectory throughout the centuries
1819
Founding of modern SingaporeSir Stamford Raffles establishes Singapore as a trading post for the British East India Company, which was formed to set up trade with East Asia and India.
1867
The Straits SettlementsBritain establishes a colony made up of three trade centers, including Singapore. The centers are known collectively as the Straits Settlements.
1942
Light of the SouthSingapore falls to Japan in World War II. Japan renames Singapore Light of the South.
1945
British military authorityJapan is defeated and World War II ends. Singapore comes under British military authority.
1946
British colonySingapore becomes a separate British colony.
1954
People's Action PartyLee Kuan Yew helps found the People's Action Party. Today, it is Singapore's leading political party.
1958
The State of SingaporeBritain allows Singapore to govern itself. The colony becomes known as the State of Singapore.
1959
Prime Minister Lee Kuan YewLee Kuan Yew becomes Singapore's first elected prime minister.
1963
Federation of MalaysiaSingapore joins the Federation of Malaysia.
1965
Singapore joins the UNSingapore becomes an independent republic and joins the United Nations.
1971
Britain withdraws military forcesBritain withdraws its last military forces from Singapore.
1993
First presidential electionSingapore holds its first presidential election. Ong Teng Cheong becomes president.
2011
Rising cost of livingTony Tan is elected president in a close race. The tight election signaled Singaporeans' discontent with the rising cost of living.
Best Ways to Experience Singapore
- Cuisine
- Art
Practical Information for Travelers
- Budget
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
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Vaccinations
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You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Singapore.
Most travelers
Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
Rabies
Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Keep away from animals
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- United States
visiting 
Singapore for tourism
A visa is not required.
- Allowed stay: 90 days
- All visitors are fingerprinted upon arrival and departure
Electricity
230V (50 Hz)
In Singapore the standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type G sockets are used.
Click on the socket icon to see more information
Type GFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 113 / 231 Ranking | 5 850 342 Chinese 74.2%, Malay 13.3%, Indian 9.2% |
Area | 188 / 230 Ranking | 276 mi² |
Life expectancy | 2 / 196 Ranking | 86.2 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 83.5women 89.1 |
Median age | 100 / 157 Ranking | 35.6 Average age of population expressed in years.men 35.4women 35.7 |
Population growth | 90 / 172 Ranking | 0.95% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 25 / 131 Ranking | 97.5% Ability to read, write and count.men 98.9%women 96.1% |
GDP | 2 / 194 Ranking | 98 483 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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