Experiences Singapore offers for free

Singapore is undoubtedly one of the most expensive places to live in the world, however, it also makes for a perfect holiday destination for budget travellers. There are a number of things to do and places to visit that will not cost a dime. From enjoying a nature walk in the Botanic Gardens to posing with the Merlion, here are some of the popular experiences that Singapore offers for free.

What Eiffel Tower is to Paris, this iconic structure is to Singapore. It has been the trademark symbol of Singapore since 1996, and till date, it stands tall at a prominent seaside location in Singapore’s Central Business district. A visit to Singapore will not be considered complete if you forget to pose in front of this 8.6 m high and 70-ton heavy statue. Its background is dotted with skyscrapers, whereas cafes and restaurants can be found surrounding the Merlion. Visit to this place is a must if you want to spend a relaxed evening.

This spot is home to the National Orchid Garden, where you get to see the world’s beautiful and biggest display of tropical orchids. This spot makes it to the list for another reason, i.e., this Botanic Gardens open at 5 AM every morning. Point to be noted is that nothing opens before 11 AM in Singapore, and you can definitely spend your mornings here. Entry is free and this place remains open till midnight.

If you are a tourist with a mission to not sped extra money, this activity comes to your rescue. As it goes without saying, doing anything at Marina Bay Sands will make a dent in your holiday budget; however, you can enjoy this iconic structure that towers over the bay by being a part of their spectacular light show. Spectra - A Light And Water Show is one of Asia's largest light and water shows, and will leave you impressed with its multi-coloured lasers, beamed from the top of the three towers. Best time to catch this light show is at the Event Plaza at Promenade is at 8 PM, 9 PM on weekdays, and then at 11 PM on Fridays and Saturdays.

Tourists on a budget will have a lot to experience here. Esplanade hosts plenty of free performances and shows that will give you a taste of their culture. Apart from this, it is also one of the most eye-catching buildings in Singapore. Dubbed as the Durian, the twin structures resemble the spiky tropical fruit, which is unique to this part of the world.

Originally known as the Tiger Balm Gardens, this spot is a flashy exhibit of a number of brightly-painted statues inspired by Chinese myth and legend. Another interesting thing to note about this place is that this area had been named after its wonders, who earned a fortune for selling the elixir, Tiger Balm.