Singapore travel tips: what to know before you go

Singapore is clean, safe and very easy to get around, which makes it a good first international city trip. A few things are worth knowing in advance.

Stay connected

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Getting around

• The MRT is fast and covers most places visitors go. You can tap in and out with a contactless bank card or phone on trains and buses.
• Taxis and ride-hailing apps such as Grab are widely available.
• Traffic drives on the left.

Food

Hawker centres are the heart of Singapore's food scene, with good meals at low prices. Halal options are common — look for the halal certificate from MUIS (the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore) on the stall or restaurant.

Rules to know

Singapore enforces its laws strictly, and fines are heavy.

• Don't litter, including cigarette butts.
• Vapes and e-cigarettes are illegal — don't bring them.
• The sale of chewing gum is banned.
• Eating and drinking are not allowed on the MRT.
• Cross at marked crossings.

Good to know

• Currency: Singapore dollar (SGD). Cards and phone payments are accepted almost everywhere.
• Power: 230V, with three-pin (UK-style) sockets — bring an adapter.
• Tipping isn't expected; a service charge is usually included.
• Entry rules change, so check the official Singapore immigration website before you book.