Balestier Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Indulge your wildest consumer desires with a trip to one of the most famous shopping streets in all of 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.
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.
Gardens by the Bay
Combining Singapore's natural beauty and human ingenuity, this is one of the city's most unique attractions.
Singapore Zoo
For a genuinely wild experience, there's no better place than this award-winning zoo just 30 minutes from the buzz of Singapore city centre.
Activities
Universal Studios Singapore Admission Ticket
Singapore: Gardens by the Bay Admission E-Ticket
Singapore Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour by Open-Top Bus
Singapore River Cruise E-Ticket
Albatross Hop-On Hop-Off Speedboat Pass (1-Day Unlimited Speedboat Rides)
Our pick of the best Balestier Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Singapore Novena by IHG
"Great breakfast, friendly staff, clean and comfortable"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Carlton Hotel Singapore
"Excelente ambiente, habitaciones cómodas, desayuno variado y ubicación perfecta."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
"Affordable and conveniently located Affordable and conveniently located near shopping areas and restaurants, with public transportation just a 5-minute walk away. The room was clean, the breakfast was excellent, and Grab and cab pick-up and drop-off were also very convenient. shopping areas and restaurants, ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Pan Pacific Singapore
"Place was clean and amazing cleaning staff does a good job on cleaning . Staff was help w anything we needed .5*"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Fullerton Hotel Singapore
"Excellent stay! Excellent service!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Furama RiverFront
"Great staff!"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balestier
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 Little India Arcade or Tekka Centre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jalan Besar Station or Rochor MRT Station.
Bencoolen
Bencoolen is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Bugis Street Shopping District and Sim Lim Square.
Kallang
Enjoy the popular shops in Kallang. Kallang Wave Mall is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Lavender Station or Bendemeer MRT Station to see more of Singapore.
Orchard
Orchard Road and Lucky Plaza are a few top attractions in Orchard. Hop around the city on the metro at Orchard Station or Somerset Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, beautiful gardens and popular shops.
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.
