Built and designed during the 1950s, Serangoon Gardens has the distinction of being one of the oldest residential estates in Singapore. Initially, the estate housed British and Australian military officers who came here...
Singapore Suburbs
There are a number of suburbs in Singapore, some are bustling city locations and others are sleepy residential towns.
You will find a huge range of variety in Singapore, so check out some of the most popular towns below to help you decide where to stay on your next trip to Singapore.
Singapore Suburbs – List of locations, accommodation & MRT Map
Downtown is an urban planning area found in the south of the State City in Singapore. It is also part of central area which is the Central Business District of Singapore and one of the most densely populated areas in the country. It touches the Singapore River on one side, the south-eastern side of the river’s watershed and on the southern side there is Marina Bay. There are many skyscrapers located in Downtown such as Raffles Place, a commercial building on the southern part of the area.
Outram is one of the largest districts in Singapore. Thanks to the settlement of a number of immigrants, mainly from China, Outram’s commerce grew very rapidly. Chinese temples and clan associations combined with Baroque and Victorian architecture in mainly pastel colours are part of what today is known as Chinatown. You can see examples of this architecture on Pagoda Street and Trengganu Street, to name a few.
Orchard is one of the modern commercial districts located in the central region of Singapore. The town is located in the Northern part of the Singapore River. The name Orchard originated from the nutmeg orchards that had grown around the town. It has enough security provided by the police who are located within the town and also transportation is readily available and offered by the bus and taxi companies.
Geylang is a neighbourhood located on the eastern part of the Central Business Centre in Singapore. The town is popular for its late-night activities and even considered Singapore’s red-light district. Geylang is divided into the northern and southern part by the Geylang Road that has a length of roughly around three kilometres. On top of that there are a number of streets also dubbed as the “lorongs” that run from Geylang Road. These streets are always busy and filled with visitors who flock here after a night out on the town.
Click the links below to explore all the Singapore Suburbs before you book your next holiday.
Hougang is a well-known residential suburb and an urban planning area in north-eastern Singapore. It is located in the upstream at the back of Sungei Seragoon, thus borders Seragoon to the south and Sengkang to the...
The town of Senoko was founded in the year 1830 and is generally known for the Senoko Power Station, which generates and supplies electricity for the country of Singapore. Located at the northern-most point of...
Located in the north western region of Singapore, Sungei Kadut is the heart of the furniture-making industry in Singapore. A number of furniture making factories have opened shop in the industrial estate of Sungei...
Tengah is subzone located on the northern outskirts of Jurong and on the west side of Bukit Batok. Though still under construction, Tengah has a lot to offer to both locals and international visitors. Its large tracks...
Tuas is located in the most western section of Singapore and provides a unique environment for travellers to visit during their time in Singapore. One of Tuas’ greatest assets is the presence of the Malaysia...
Yunnan is a sub zone located in the industrial part of Jurong in Singapore and has a very mountainous landscape. Yunnan is primarily a residential district, however has a few offerings for visitors such as the beautiful...
Boon Lay is a newly established town with lots of attractions and sights waiting to be explored. It’s popularly known for its remarkable buildings and parks and the fact that most of the facilities here are...
The history of Katong is a story of luxury and wealth. Even the word “Katong” is a Malay word used to describe the beautiful sea mirage sometimes seen off its coastline. During the colonization era, Katong...
Joo Koon is located in the western region of Singapore. It is an industrial centre that is surrounded by several small industrial cities. The Joo Koon MRT Station serves the Joo Koon area and is the final point on the...
Lim Chu Kang is a village in Singapore which was founded by a Chinese immigrant Neo Tiew, who was a sheriff in that village. He lived between 1884 and 1975 and is considered a hero because of his big spirit and evident...
Tanglin is a central suburb of Singapore, flanked by the famous Bukit Timah road towards its north. It derives its name from “tang leng”, which in the local dialect means ‘eastern hills’. Towards...
Mandai is a district located in the northern part of Singapore which gets its name from the Mandai tree. Though largely underdeveloped, it has a beautiful landscape with plenty of swampy areas covered in mangrove...
Seletar is a residential area in the north-western region of Singapore. The name itself alludes to the aboriginal coastal dwellers who inhabited the area before the residential area arose. It is interesting to note that...
Located in the eastern part of Singapore, Siglap is a peaceful residential area comprising mostly of low rise houses and bungalows. Over the years, several luxurious condos have mushroomed in the Siglap area making it a...
Both a residential and an industrial area, Kallang Bahru is a picturesque suburb that provides a wide range of recreational options and modern amenities. With its pretty buildings and shaded pavements, Kallang Bahru is...
Tampines North is now regarded as one of the best leisure and retail destinations in suburban Singapore. Home to over 200,000 residents, Tampines has a number of parks, shops and recreation facilities within its...
The small but modern area of Toh Guan is located just south of Jurong Central and is about a half-hour drive from the Changi airport. The area of Toh Guan primarily contains industrial factories, warehouses and plants...
Serangoon North is located in central Singapore and consists of a group of HDB apartments that are situated north of the Serangoon New town. The entire area is sandwiched with Serangoon gardens on the South east and Ang...
Yuhua is found within the Jurong precinct of Singapore. A mass rapid transit system including roads and bus all combine in Yuhua to form the travel network that supports the residents that live here. Yuhua houses many...
Simpang is a Chinese word meaning ‘new nation’. It is an area on the north side of Singapore, located at the north-east part of Yishun Town. Simpang is currently a swampy area being use by the Singapore...
For those looking for a nice place to live in Singapore, look no further than the beautiful suburb of Hong Kah. Hong Kah has all the features that you would expect from a residential precinct including schools, shops...
Jurong West Central is the central sub-zone of Jurong West urban planning area in southwest Singapore. The town centre boasts a well-developed infrastructure system, two great shopping malls and two recreational parks...
Marina Centre is located on the southern part of Singapore in the Downtown Core which overlooks Marina Bay. It is composed of reclaimed land; with the development process starting roughly in 1986. Since then there have...
As part of the Marina Bay and adjacent to the Central Business District in Singapore, Marina South is a peninsula that was formerly a water covered area and later reclaimed from the sea to make way for Marina South and...
If you have ever been to Singapore, then Straits View is one of the areas you will probably have heard of. Straits View is characterised by exclusive commercial and residential developments that are attractive to both...
Marina East is the ultimate definition of serenity, beauty, relaxation, luxury and attraction all combined in one spectacular location. Located on the East Coast of Marina Bay in Singapore, it is an ideal place to visit...
If you are looking to add a peaceful and scenic stop on your tour through Singapore, the Wenya area is definitely one you should consider. A beautiful and renowned housing estate located in the Jurong West suburb of...
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