25 Best Things to Do in Singapore: Hawker Stalls, Temples, Shophouses, and More

When you think about it, tiny Singapore as we know it shouldn’t exist. Cut off from resource-rich Malaysia in 1965, with no natural resources and scant agricultural land of its own, the 276-square-mile island-state had little to stand on—much less offer the world. But thanks to a bold vision and some next-level planning, it’s now recognized by travelers as one of the world’s best places to visit, and is regularly scooping up awards for its airport, seaport, architectural landmarks, and way of life. And for travelers, modern Singapore over-indexes on entertainment: From gorgeous gardens and a world-famous culinary scene, to cocktail bars in century-old shophouses and futuristic museums, you’ll need to be a Type A planner yourself…