Daytime thrills, nighttime romance – The Lion City Explorer Pass lets you eat, drink, and play your way through Singapore

▲ Gardens by the Bay at night exudes a strong romantic vibe, perfect for couples. (Photo / Provided by Singapore Tourism Board, photo by Edward Tian)

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For budget travelers itching to go abroad whenever there’s a holiday, how can you make the most of vibrant and energetic Singapore? Singapore Airlines and the Singapore Tourism Board have collaborated to launch the “Lion City Explorer Pass.” With this pass, you get free entry to 16 of Singapore’s top attractions, can use it for cable car rides, harbor cruises, and hop-on hop-off buses, and even exchange it for a variety of local delicacies like Hainanese chicken rice—making your trip more exciting than ever!

▲ Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice is a famous snack in Singapore. (Photo / Provided by Singapore Tourism Board)

Lion City Explorer Pass One-Day PassIt covers both Singapore’s top tourist spots and iconic eats. For food-loving travelers, the pass allows you to enjoy Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice paired with a refreshing barley drink—a delicious and authentic Singaporean flavor. Additionally, with the Lion City Explorer Pass, you can redeem a S$5 food voucher at the retro street food stalls near the Singapore Flyer, or head to the Old Chang Kee Food Centre to get a complimentary combo of sugarcane juice, satay, grilled chicken wings, and grilled fish—all classic local dishes in one go.

▲ Universal Studios Singapore features popular movie elements like Transformers, Madagascar, and Minions. (Photo / Reporter Chen Ruizhong)

Beyond food, young backpackers who love to explore and take photos can experience the endless charm of Singapore from day to night with the Lion City Explorer Pass. The 16 covered attractions are some of Singapore’s hottest spots, includingUniversal Studios Singaporewith its thrilling rides,Gardens by the Bayfeaturing the iconic Supertree Grove,the educational Singapore Zoo,as well asSentosa Island entry,the Madame Tussauds Singapore wax museumand other exhibits. Travelers can also use the wealth of travel information provided in the Lion City Explorer Pass guidebook to easily plan an enriching trip around the Lion City.and other exhibition halls. Travelers can also easily plan a rich and diverse trip around Singapore with the comprehensive travel information provided in the Lion City Panorama Pass guidebook.

▲ Beyond fun attractions, the Lion City Explorer Pass also includes eco-focused spots like the River Wonders (formerly Singapore River Safari) and the Night Safari.

Aside from daytime sights, enthusiastic young travelers won’t want to miss Singapore by night. On cool evenings, you can take theSingapore Flyer—Asia’s largest observation wheel—to admire the city’s stunning night view. Or you can venture into the mysterious and primalSingapore Night Safarito quietly observe the shadowy figures of 2,500 nocturnal animals. The romanticGardens by the Baytakes on a uniquely gentle ambiance at night, making it perfect for couples to explore together.

▲ The Singapore Flyer is Asia’s tallest observation wheel and one of the city’s most popular dating spots. (Photo / Provided by Singapore Tourism Board)

Covering approximately 720 square kilometers, Singapore has a well-developed transportation network, making it ideal for urban exploration. On a fulfilling one-day trip, travelers can fully embrace their “all-you-can-eat” spirit, leveraging the benefits of the Lion City Explorer Pass to map out the most rewarding itinerary. Until December 31st, the pass also includes a bonus cultural tour celebrating Singapore’s 50th anniversary. Visitors can explore Chinatown’s food street, experience Peranakan culture, enjoy tea at Singapore’s largest teahouse, or even tour the Tiger Beer Brewery—adding depth to your Singapore adventure.

▲The Marina Bay area is vibrant and lush with greenery during the day.

Travelers worried about not having enough stamina to fully enjoy the SingaPass need not fret—among the 16 attractions, many have ticket prices starting from S$20–30, with the popular Universal Studios Singapore reaching up to S$79. At just S$85 per adult, the SingaPass essentially pays for itself after just one visit to Universal Studios. After enjoying Universal Studios and dining at Boon Tong Kee’s chicken rice, a relaxing classic trip to Gardens by the Bay (ticket: S$28) and a ride on the Singapore Flyer (ticket: S$33) can easily save you over NT$1,200 in admission fees alone. Opting for an alternative, budget-friendly adventure with the SingaPass is definitely the smart, fulfilling choice for young travelers.

SingaPass One-Day Pass
Eligibility: Available for purchase by passengers departing from Taipei to Singapore on Singapore Airlines or transiting via Singapore to a third destination.
Price: S$85 for adults, S$45 for children. (Exchange rate reference: S$1 = NT$23)
Attractions:
1. Universal Studios Singapore
2. Gardens by the Bay
3. National Orchid Garden
4. Singapore Flyer
5. Night Safari
6. River Wonders
7. Singapore Zoo
8. Jurong Bird Park
9. Alive Museum Singapore
10. Sentosa Island Admission + Wonders of Singapore LIVE + Madame Tussauds Singapore
11. Merlion Tower at Sentosa
12. Toys Museum
13. Singapore Philatelic Museum
14. “Good Morning, Hello!” Guided Walking Tour
15. Singapore River Cruise
16. Singapore Cable Car

▲Retro roadside stalls near the Singapore Flyer offer a strong sense of nostalgia. (Photo provided by Singapore Tourism Board)

Dining Options:
1. The Gourmet Bay Food Centre
2. Boon Tong Kee Chicken Rice
3. Retro Singapore-style roadside stalls near the Singapore Flyer

Other Inclusions:
SIA Hop-on Bus (Singapore Sightseeing Bus)
M1 prepaid SIM card worth S$6

Special activities to celebrate Singapore’s 50th birthday:
During the validity period of your purchased card, enjoy the following selected cultural experience tours. Promotion valid until December 31, 2015:
1. Tea Heritage – An In-depth Tea Ceremony Culture Tour
2. Golden Pearl Nyonya Zongzi – A Peranakan Culture Experience Tour
3. Tai Chong Kok Gallery Workshop
4. ION ORCHARD Shopping Mall Food Tour in Singapore
5. Chinatown Food Street Meal Vouchers
6. Tiger Brewery Tour
7. Authentic Singapore Walking Tours

To order the “Singapore Panoramic Pass” or for more information on Singapore travel packages, please contact our partner travel agencies: Wing Yip (02-2502-5110), Liang You (02-2507-5151), EasyGo (02-412-8001), Tat Teng (02-2568-3028), Xi Tai (02-7736-6865), or Wan Da (02-2563-7666). For more promotional offers, please visitsingaporeair.com.