Formerly the Supreme Court and City Hall, this behemoth of an art museum – it’s the largest of its kind in Singapore – focuses on South-East Asian art from the 19th century up until today. And with several kid-friendly exhibits and installations, the mini Picassos have loads to check out too.

The Asian Civilisations Museum is the first in the Region to represent an integrated perspective of pan-Asian cultures and civilisations. It boasts 11 galleries showcasing more than 1,300 artefacts from the civilisations of China, South-East Asia, South Asia and West Asia.

Housed in a beautifully restored colonial building, Raffles Hotel provides a relaxing getaway in the heart of the city.

Sunday Staples is a local footwear brand. It is known for its sophisticated and simple designs that are good for everyday wear.

Soak in the grandoise of its interiors before you savour the flavour of its Peranakan dishes that leaves a party in your mouth with Violet Oon.

Few buildings have created such a stir as this one. Opened in 2002, the eye-catching bayfront complex has been dubbed ‘the durians’ by locals because of its resemblance to the spiky tropical fruit. A premier performing arts centre to catch some music, dance and performances.

Once a convent school, CHIJMES has transformed into a hip lifestyle enclave brimming with bars, restaurants and cafes. Have your fill of Mexican grub at El Mero Mero, traditional Cantonese fare at Lei Garden, French-Japanese dishes at Whitegrass, and craft beers at Almost Famous.

If you find the name familiar, it’s because this place is the latest addition to the Cicheti family’s line of Italian restaurants. And like its siblings, you can expect good, hearty Italian grub here. But unlike its siblings, the vibe here is simpler and more laid-back.

A trip to Funan is always a treat – it’s home to over 190 tenants and many vibrant spaces like an indoor cycling path, an indoor climbing wall, and even a rooftop urban farm operated by Edible Garden City. On top of retail sotres and eateries, Golden Village opens its 14th multiplex at Funan.

Curing, smoking and fermenting are front centre of this Drew Nocente-led kitchen. That much is clear as soon as you step into the long shophouse space, see the little piggies on the walls and pass a dry cabinet in which all manner of salami and stakes hang.

There are no cake stands or fancy display cases at this Japanese-inspired patisserie. Images of its desserts are also deliberately left out on its menu. To choose, diners have to rely solely on the description – and their imagination and it works on a reservation-only basis.

With breathtaking views of the Singapore skyline, Jaan is an intimate 40-seat restaurant that takes you on a culinary journey to Britain. After three years helming the restaurant, chef Kirk Westaway has hit full stride with his latest Reinventing British menu.