SIA Hop-on Bus
Taking you around Singapore's City area
− and to Sentosa, too!

Operating from 9am to 10pm daily, the
SIA Hop-on Bus
is a convenient air-conditioned service that takes you around and beyond Singapore's City area, as well as to the resort island of Sentosa.

Its designated stops are at − or within walking distance of − major attractions, shopping malls, restaurants and entertainment hot-spots.

By taking the SIA Hop-on Bus, hopping on and off at any of 23 stops, with the SIA Hop-on Map in hand, you'll be able to embark on a personal adventure of discovery, by bus and by foot − as you please.

 

Red Alert

The highlight of the first quarter, the Lunar New Year on 26 January, along with a generous helping of vibrant events, brings colour and verve to 2009.

Sparks fly with fireworks illuminating the skies from early January to late February as Singapore welcomes the Chinese New Year on 26 January. The epicentre of this joyous occasion is Chinatown, where you can indulge in traditional Chinese cookies, sweetmeats, gorgeous cheongsams and so much more.

Along with the Lunar festivities, don’t miss the Chingay procession on 30 and 31 January that stretches from City Hall to Raffles Avenue. Marvel as acrobats and dancers strut their stuff amid captivating pyrotechnics and giant floats shaped like mythical creatures.

No less spectacular, is Magic: The Science of Illusion, an exhibition at the Science Centre till 28 February demonstrating the use of psychology, physics, math and engineering in magic to create visual effects. Also catch the the M1 Singapore Fringe Festival from 7-18 January for its rich offering of films, visual arts, dance and mixed media exhibits at various venues around Singapore like the Esplanade and the National Museum.

*You can take a SIA Hop-on bus to these locations.

 
 
 
   
 
   
       
 
  Named after Sir Andrew Clarke, the Governor of the Straits Settlements from 1873 to 1875, Clarke Quay was given a facelift in 2006 and is now considered one of the hippest places to go for a grand night out.  
 
  This road used to feature orchards and plantations, and many nearby roads now bear their owners’ names, such as Prinsep Street, Oxley Road, Scotts Road and Cuppage Road. Today, Orchard Road is Singapore’s prime shopping thoroughfare.
 
       
 
  During the early days of Singapore’s founding, Indians flocked to Serangoon Road to live and to set up shop. Today, Little India is a colourful enclave of Indian culture with its many food, fashion and entertainment outlets offering something for everyone.
 
 
 

Derived from the Malay word meaning ”peace and tranquillity”, Sentosa used to be a haunt and refuge of pirates until the 19th century. Nowadays, the resort island is a hotbed of activity for locals and holidaymakers who just want a quick getaway from the bustling city.

 
       
 
Last updated on 31 December 2008