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Orchard Road, Singapore

From series “Top 13 Most Fantastic and Colorful Streets and Quarters”
Lenght: 1.4 miles.

The center of tourist life in Singapore is the bustling Orchard Road. This street can rightfully be called one of the most beautiful streets in the world. There are popular shopping centers and entertainment venues, restaurants and bars. The street length is 2.2 km. The name of the place has its legend. The very first road there was built in the 19th century. It led to the local plantations of nutmeg.

Orchard Road, Singapore Today, one of the main decorations of the historic road are huge Angsana trees, in the shade of which it’s so pleasant to walk even in the hottest day. The picturesque street is full of beautiful modern buildings. Unique landscape decorations can be seen there too. On the eve of holidays, the street is always adorned with spectacular art installations and illumination. The Orchard Road is especially beautiful in the New Year's Eve. The street is very comfortable for pedestrians, despite the fact that cars are allowed to drive there.

There are comfortable tunnels and transitions, so pedestrians can easily go to any shopping or entertainment place. Once on this colorful lively street, you can be lost among its bustle and bright colors for the whole day. Many tourists spend here all the daytime. They taste the specialties of national restaurants, buy souvenirs, and take pictures close to the most unusual buildings and landscape decorations. Orchard Road has become one of the main landmarks of Singapore. Each year huge sums are invested in the reconstruction and improvement of the street. To the beginning - Soaring Umbrellas Street

Orchard Road - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'OCBC ATM' located in 0.07 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Hertz Asia Pacific Pte Ltd' is located in 0.06 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'Chevron' in 0.33 km
Supermarket: 'Jasons' in 0.07 km
Parking: 'Wilson Parking Singapore' in 0.19 km
Apotheek: 'Nishino Pharmaceutical Pte Ltd' in 0.07 km
Police station: 'The Interpol' in 1.08 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Nippon-Ya Singapore Pte. Ltd.' in 0.02 km
Railway station: 'MRT Telok Blangah station' in 4.53 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Paya Lebar Airbase Airport QPG - in 10 km
 »  Seletar Airport XSP - in 13 km
 »  Tengah Airport TGA - in 17 km
 »  Changi Airport SIN - in 18 km
 »  Hang Nadim Airport BTH - in 36 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Orchard Road

Shangri-La Apartments

Located in 0 km from Orchard Road
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Rooms: 127
Guests can take a dip in the spa pool, relax in the steam room, or exercise in the fitness centre. Meeting/banquet facilities, a business centre and … More: photo, rates and booking
Soluxe Inn

Located in 1 km from Orchard Road
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Rooms: 40
Fitted with air conditioning, all rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, personal safe and an electric kettle. En suite bathrooms come with a … More: photo, rates and booking
Vintage Inn

Located in 2 km from Orchard Road
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Rooms: 2
Conveniently located next to Little India MRT Station, Vintage Inn is 1.5 km from street shopping at Bugis Street and 3.8 km from the historical … More: photo, rates and booking
Tresor Tavern Hotel

Located in 3 km from Orchard Road
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Rooms: 32
Tresor Tavern Hotel is 150 metres from Jalan Besar Sports Complex and 200 metres from Lavender Food Square, where local hawker food is available. … More: photo, rates and booking

Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit

Clinic Bar
1 km - Clinic Bar
The "Clinic Bar" in Singapore will surprise you with its original decor and treats. The bar’s design resembles a real hospital. Instead of sofas you will find hospital beds, instead of armchairs – invalid wheelchairs. Original cocktails are given to the visitors …
Masjid Sultan
2 km - Masjid Sultan
One of the most popular sightseeing in Singapore is Masjid Sultan, built in 1928. The mosque has seen a number of reconstructions; however, it didn’t lose its original look. British architect Denis Santry has projected one of the most beautiful 4 100 square meters …
Marina Bay Sands Pool
3 km - Marina Bay Sands Pool
The fashionable Marina Bay Sands hotel, located in Singapore, is a real world sight. In many respects it is due to its luxurious pool. The roof of this hotel represents a huge terrace with several levels on which besides the pools there is a landscape garden, spacious …
Heavenly pool-bridge Sky Habitat
5 km - Heavenly pool-bridge Sky Habitat
From the series 'Most Scary Swiiming Pools'

Construction of Sky Habitat towers was completed in Singapore in 2016. The sky bridge-pool symbolically connects them. It was equipped on the 38th floor. It will be incredibly scary to swim in this pool for people who are afraid of heights. Moshe Safdie was the main …
Toilet in Singapore Zoo
11 km - Toilet in Singapore Zoo
In Zoo 'Singapore' you can see not only the rare animals and birds, but also a very interesting public toilet, designed in thematic style. The toilet structure is very unusual - it is half-open and surrounded by lush brushwoods of green plantings. For the …
Jurong Bird Park
14 km - Jurong Bird Park
In Singapore, travelers can visit the amazing Jurong Bird Park. Its main feature is a rich collection of feathered inhabitants. Here, you can see birds typical not only for South-East Asia, but also for European and African countries and the United States. Jurong Park …

Top destination around Orchard Road - Singapore City

Singapore has a very developed tourist infrastructure. Here you will have all the services and facilities for active pastime and relaxation: world-class golf courses, SPA complexes, amusement parks, sandy beaches, lush tropical gardens, a huge number of sports activities, diving, cruises. Moreover, every tourist obtains the opportunity to combine rest in a heavenly place with the entertainment of the big city. The most popular sports in Singapore are connected to water: canoeing, water skiing, windsurfing, and sailing. The best entertainment services are located on the Santosa Island, and one of them is the MegaZip Adventure Park. This place is popular with both children and adults. In addition, the MegaZip Adventure Park has a spectacular rope park with 36 different obstacles along the route, and a climbing wall of 16 meters high, where the climbers can test or demonstrate the skills.

If you prefer beach activities, then visit the Mana Mana East Coast Club - a pioneer of water sports and recreation in Singapore, where everyone can find a lesson to their liking. On the territory of the complex, you can ride a catamaran, yacht, sailboat, practice windsurfing, and take diving courses. All sports equipment can be rented or purchased at a store that operates on the territory of the club. In case you got hungry, visit the club's restaurant and bar on the open-air terrace. In the Wave House Sentosa, located on the resort island of Sentosa, you can surf on artificial waves, participate in unusual shows and discos. The Double FlowRider and FlowBarrel generators are placed in the center of the complex and create full ocean waves up to three meters high. The club employs only experienced instructors who will help the beginners learn how to stand confidently on the board. Moreover, at your service will be the swimming pools, chill-outs, terraces, bar and restaurant serving American and Asian cuisine. Well-known DJs regularly perform on the local discos, while the hottest parties usually take place on Fridays and Saturdays.
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