Buy Singapore dollars (SGD) before you leave for Singapore
A trip to Singapore means discovering a country with a thousand facets: modern cities, a multitude of cultures and architecture that you will not find anywhere else. However, it is important to prepare your trip well before leaving by finding out as much as possible about your destination country in order to be familiar with its practices and customs, as well as the use of the country's official currency, which in this case is the Singapore dollar (SGD). For some of your purchases and activities, it will be useful to have cash, although the use of bank cards is widespread. For this reason, it is advisable to do the eur sgd exchange before your departure.
Practical tips for planning your budget
Plan on a daily budget for your trip including hotel, meals, transport, activities and even some souvenir shopping of SGD 120.
Note that eating out in a restaurant in Singapore will cost you SGD 40 compared to SGD 8 for fast food.
50 SGD
Average cost for one night stay
48 SGD
Food budget for one person per day
Good to know
Some price indications in Singapore
2 SGD
Public transport ticket
3,90 SGD
The price of a cup of coffee
188 SGD
A Go city pass
4 SGD
A popiah
30 SGD
A taxi ride from the airport to the city centre
8 SGD
Entrance fee to the Art Science Museum
Some suggestions for your stay
Garden by the bay, a must-see tourist site. You will find giant metal trees of more than 20 meters high, covered with vegetation and LEDs. It is also possible to take a short ride on top of these trees while perched on a footbridge. There is also the flower dome and the cloud forest that you can visit while you are there.
The Marina Bay Sands, which is 200 metres high, is home to the longest and highest infinity pool in the world! You'll definitely want to say you've been there, you can book a night at the hotel to get there or just access the viewing platform next to the pool.
The Merlion: A lion-headed, fish-bodied statue that spits water is an important symbol of Singapore.
Singapore's colonial district is a must-see as this is where Singapore was founded.
Take a diversion to Chinatown! You'll feel even more out of place with the beautiful surroundings and traditional architecture that awaits you.
Some of the areas to discover and understand the culture of Singapore are: Katong, Kamong Glam, Little India.
A cruise on the Singapore River will certainly amaze you if you are looking for a little relaxation.
Some facts about the Singapore Dollar
Denominations of the Singapore Dollar
Notes : 2 SGD, 5 SGD, 10 SGD, 50 SGD, 100 SGD, 1,000 SGD
Coins : 5¢, 10¢, 20¢, 50¢, 1 SGD
The Singapore dollar succeeded the Malaysian and British Borneo dollars.
The words of the Singapore national anthem are printed in micro text on the back of the 1000 note.
Why buy Singapore dollars from ChangeGroup?
ChangeGroup has been on the monetary market since 1992 and is a world leader in providing currency exchange services around the world. You can find many currency exchange bureaus across France. ChangeGroup offers attractive prices for your EUR SGD exchange before you leave for your holiday destination. If you buy online, on our website, you will benefit from a more interesting rate and 0% commission. You don’t exactly know how much travel money to exchange? Get as much travel money as you want and get the Buy-Back guarantee for 6,95 €. This will allow you to sell your remaining currency to ChangeGroup once you get back from your trip. We will buy your Singapore Dollars at the same exchange rate and without additional commission fees. If you don't have much time to go to an exchange bureau, be wise and choose our home delivery service for 15,95 € and get your travel money delivered at your doorstep in a snap!
Traveling soon?
Here's how to easily exchange your money:
1.Choose your currency
Determine the amount you need to enjoy your trip abroad.
2.Select delivery method
Choose between home delivery or branch pick-up. Create an account & finalise your order.
3.Receive your currency
Collect your currency from a branch near you or have it delivered right to your door. Enjoy your trip!