How much does it cost to travel to Singapore: The latest budget guide for 2023
As a popular tourist destination in Asia, Singapore attracts tourists from around the world with its modern cityscape, diverse culture and cuisine. The following is an analysis of Singapore travel costs that has been hotly discussed on the Internet in the past 10 days to help you plan a reasonable budget.
1. Singapore’s core tourism cost structure
| Project | Economy (Daily) | Comfort type (daily) | Deluxe (daily) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | S$50-100 | S$150-300 | S$400+ |
| Catering | S$15-30 | S$50-80 | S$100+ |
| transportation | S$5-10 | S$15-20 | S$30+ |
| Attraction tickets | S$20-40 | S$60-100 | S$150+ |
| total | S$90-180 | S$275-500 | S$680+ |
2. Costs associated with recent hot topics
1.Gardens by the Bay light show free of charge: The "Garden Rhapsody" light show, originally priced at S$28, will be open for free until the end of August due to the National Day special event.
2.New offers at Changi Airport: The "early bird discount" hotly discussed by netizens, you can enjoy a 15% discount when booking an airport hotel 7 days in advance, and the average price drops to SGD 200 per night.
| Popular attractions | Original price (SGD) | Recent discounts |
|---|---|---|
| universal studios | 82 | Klook limited time 75 (August) |
| night zoo | 49 | Ctrip package price 42 |
| Jewel Changi canopy park | 25 | Weekend family ticket 68 (2 adults and 2 children) |
3. Hidden fee warning
1.consumption tax increase: From January 2023, GST will rise from 7% to 8%, and will reach 9% in 2024. You need to reserve 1-2% more budget for dining and shopping.
2.Rainy season transportation costs: Frequent rains in August led to a surge in taxi demand, and Grab’s premium reached 30% during peak hours.
4. Saving money skills (effective according to actual testing by netizens)
| way | Amount saved | Applicable people |
|---|---|---|
| EZ-Link Card Recharge | Save 20% compared to one-way ticket | High-frequency subway and bus users |
| Dining at hawker center | Save 50-70% compared to restaurants | Food experience priority |
| Joint Attraction Package | Save up to 40% | Tourists who plan to visit 3+ attractions |
5. New expenses in 2023
1.Electronic Arrival Card (SGAC): Free but needs to be filled out online 3 days in advance. Failure to do so may result in delays in border inspection.
2.Tourism tax adjustment: Five-star hotels charge a tourist tax of S$10 per night, an increase of S$2 from last year.
6. Comparison of different travel modes
| Travel style | Total cost per person (5 days and 4 nights) | Popularity (search index) |
|---|---|---|
| backpacker | S$800-1200 | ★★★ |
| Couple travel | S$2,500-4,000 | ★★★★★ |
| Family tour (2 adults and 1 child) | S$5,000-7,000 | ★★★★ |
Summary:According to the latest data, Singapore’s median daily tourism consumption is about S$220 (approximately RMB 1,200), an increase of 18% compared with before the epidemic. It is recommended to pay attention to air ticket discounts 3 months in advance and use the food app to find affordable restaurants recommended by Michelin, which can effectively control the total expenditure.
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