Singapore - Activities
Shopping
A favourite pastime for residents and visitors alike. There are masses of modern malls and shopping cities as well as the more unusual ethnic shops in Chinatown and Little India with their street stalls and markets.
Bowling
Singapore has over 200 bowling centres. Most bowling centres are open until the early hours, some are 24-hour centres.
Cycling
Cycle paths link many parts of the island. Bikes can be hired at East Coast Park and on Sentosa Island, mountain bikes are available on Pulau Ubin.
Water sports
Water-skiing, windsurfing and sailing are widely available and equipment is easily hired. The Kallang River to the east of the city has hosted international water-skiing tournaments. Round-the-island canoe trips are popular starting from Changi Point, East Coast Park and Sentosa Island. A number of diving schools run courses and offer day and night diving in local waters and nearby Malaysian waters.
Beaches
The most popular beaches are at East Coast Park and on Sentosa Island. There are lots of activities on offer, but they do get busy. There's a smaller beach at Changi Point from which kayaks can be rented. Kusu and St. John's Islands offer quiet swimming lagoons and the cleanest beaches.
The night boat
An interesting way to see the city at night is by taking a boat trip on the Singapore River. Trips which run from Clarke Quay and Raffles Place include a commentary on the history of places passed.
Exploring Malaysia
Singapore makes a good base for exploring the mainland to which it's linked by a causeway. There are regular bus and train services to many of the large cities.
