Jalan Besar Travel Guide
Singapore
Visit Jalan Besar
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Singapore
Enjoy the exciting rides at Universal Studios Singapore and find out why this is a favourite theme park in Singapore. Amble around this vibrant area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Orchard Road
Spend the day shopping for the world’s biggest brands at one of the most popular shopping destinations in Asia.
Marina Bay Sands Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Marina Bay Sands Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Singapore? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Gardens by the Bay
A startling combination of mankind’s engineering and nature’s beauty make this attraction one of the city's best.
Bugis Street Shopping District
The largest shopping district in Singapore has over 800 stores and transforms into a bustling night market as the sun goes down.
Marina Bay Sands Skypark
Marina Bay Sands Skypark is just one of the places to see in Singapore, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Universal Studios Singapore Admission Ticket
Singapore: Gardens by the Bay Admission E-Ticket
Albatross Hop-On Hop-Off Speedboat Pass (1-Day Unlimited Speedboat Rides)
Singapore: Sentosa Cable Car Sky Pass Roundtrip Ticket
Night Safari Admission Ticket
Singapore Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour by Open-Top Bus
Top hotels in Jalan Besar
Carlton Hotel Singapore
"Our regular go to hotel in Singapore. Great location within walking distance of lots of restaurants, bars, sights, Raffles, shopping mall etc. And right opposite an MRT station for trips further afield. The staff recognised us as regular guests and kindly upgraded our room."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Pan Pacific Singapore
"Staff were excellent, always very attentive and helpful and maintained great upkeep of our room while we went out. Room was spacious and had a nice view towards Marina Bay Sands. Coming back to the hotel after a long day of exploring was great as we knew we would be well looked after. Definitely ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
"The rooms were modern, staff were efficient and helpful. Breakfast was healthy and well balanced meal."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay
"Very convenient location in the vibrant Clarke Quay area. Beautiful, clean and perfect. Would stay here again!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Fullerton Hotel Singapore
"First impressions are important, and we were ready to write the hotel off after we were told at check-in that there would be a planned power outage from 12am-5am the first night we were there. (Would've appreciated a heads-up prior to us checking in.) That said, Lina tried to mitigate the inconvenience ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
lyf Funan Singapore
"Clean room, air-conditioning, shops nearby!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jalan Besar
Little India
Little India is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Little India Arcade and Mustafa Centre, and you can get around town on the metro at Little India Station.
Rochor
While you're in Rochor, take in top sights like Bugis Street Shopping District or Little India Arcade, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jalan Besar Station or Rochor MRT Station.
Kallang
Enjoy the popular shops in Kallang. Bugis Street Shopping District is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Lavender Station or Bendemeer MRT Station to see more of Singapore.
Bugis Village
If you're spending time in Bugis Village, you might enjoy attractions like Bugis Street Shopping District and Bugis+ Shopping Center. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Bugis Station to see more of the city.
Singapore Central Business District
Known for its beautiful waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Singapore Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Marina Bay Sands Casino and Esplanade Theatres, and jump on the metro at Raffles Place Station or Bayfront Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Core
While you're in Downtown Core, take in top sights like Marina Bay Sands Casino or Asian Civilisations Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Raffles Place Station or Downtown Station.
