Singapore is one of the top tourist destinations in Asia and one of the most photographed locations in the world. In fact, the publication Big 7 Travel named it as the most instagrammable place in the world in 2022. With its lush green spaces, historic sites, and awe-inspiring built environment, the city-state is indeed teeming with magnificent spots that are perfect subjects for incredible and memorable photographs.

Whether you’re a content creator, an avid photographer, or someone who just loves taking travel pictures to upload to your social media accounts, you will certainly have your fill in the Lion City. So, start planning your next trip to Singapore, and remember to include the following photo-worthy spots in your itinerary to capture impressive pictures that you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

HSBC Rain Vortex

Dubbed as the world’s tallest indoor waterfall, the HSBC Rain Vortex is an architectural marvel in the heart of Jewel Changi Airport that you surely wouldn’t want to miss. From a glass-panelled roof, the water majestically cascades down seven storeys, making for a stunning photo to remember your trip by.

While the Rain Vortex looks spectacular during the day as the sunlight hits the water, you may want to stay until the evening when the waterfall transforms into a splendid vision during one of the scheduled light-and-sound shows. Be creative. Play with different angles and photography modes to capture one-of-a-kind images. And because there are plenty of other photo-worthy spots and attractions inside the Jewel, you may want to book a room in one of the hotels near Changi Airport to make the most of your stay.

Supertree Grove

The Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay is another paradise for photography enthusiasts as it features eighteen 25- to 50-metre high Supertrees, which are vertical gardens showcasing a wide selection of vibrant flowers, ferns, tropical climbing plants, and other greenery. Explore the area late in the afternoon before the sun sets to capture the beauty of these massive vertical gardens and the lush surroundings.

For a magical and unique experience, not to mention the chance to snap photos of the Supertrees coming alive in vibrant lights, be sure to wait for the Garden Rhapsody light show in the evening. Find a good position before the start of the show to get great angles of these high-tech trees, or better yet, pack a tripod for better control and crisper pictures in low-light conditions.

House of Tan Teng Niah

Located near the Little India MRT station, the former house of a local Chinese businessman named Tan Teng Niah is your best bet if you’re looking for a colourful photo spot to liven up your social media feed. The house’s exterior is a sight to behold as every element is painted in vivid and striking hues, from bright red-orange and candy pink to neon yellow and aqua blue.

Besides capturing the striking rainbow-coloured facade, you may want to zoom your lens to take photos of interesting architectural details, like the elaborate floral lunettes and gold-plated Chinese calligraphy inscribed on the swinging half-doors. Try wearing an equally bold outfit during your visit for an added pop of colour and excitement to your pictures.

Singapore Botanic Gardens

The Singapore Botanic Gardens is an absolute must-visit attraction and one of the ideal places for taking remarkable photos in the city-state. With more than eighty hectares of green spaces featuring unique exhibits, you may need a day or two to cover most of the place. However, if you don’t have the luxury of time, you can focus on these three spots:

• The National Orchid Garden. With a minimal fee, you can take gorgeous pictures under lush archways and in front of some of the most diverse displays of trees, shrubs, herbs, and orchids in stunning hues.

• The Vanda Miss Joaquim Grove. This landscaped garden, which highlights Singapore’s national flower (Vanda Miss Joaquim), offers the perfect location for capturing aesthetic and dreamy pictures.

• The Ginger Garden. This walking trail offers romantic night lighting, a pool decorated with giant Amazon water lilies, and a cave where you can pose behind a waterfall and take captivating photos that look like they were taken in a rainforest.

Sentosa Island

Can’t wait to use your go-to beach-related hashtags and captions? Head to Sentosa Island to bask in the sun, engage in water activities, and take tons of wonderful pictures of some of the most picturesque beaches in Singapore—Palawan, Siloso, and Tanjong. Besides the usual sunset and beach scenes, you can take creative selfies on top of the suspension footbridge on Palawan Beach or while pointing at signage that says you’re on the southernmost tip of Continental Asia.

If you’re still looking for social media-worthy spots, try exploring the most widely visited tourist spots on Sentosa. Strike your best pose in front of the Universal Studios Globe and the gigantic blue-hued viewing panels at the S.E.A. Aquarium. You can also lie down on the glass bottom of the 11-storey Fort Siloso Skywalk for a thrilling selfie.

These are just a few of the top photo-worthy spots waiting for you in the Lion City. Keep them in mind on your next trip, and continue exploring the city for other photo-perfect spots that you can feature in your camera roll next.

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