Novena Travel Guide
Singapore
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
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Orchard Road, a favourite shopping spot in Singapore. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its charming cafes.
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.
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.
Gardens by the Bay
Explore the great outdoors at Gardens by the Bay, a lovely green space in Singapore. Wander through the marina and Chinatown in this vibrant area.
Bugis Street Shopping District
During your trip to Singapore, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Bugis Street Shopping District. Amble around this vibrant area's marina or experience its fascinating museums.
Top hotels in Novena
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Singapore Novena by IHG
Check-in/ out staff were all so helpful. Joel & team at bar were brilliant
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Carlton Hotel Singapore
A great hotel in an even greater city highly recommend thank you
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Changi Airport by IHG
Stayed at the airport
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore
We travelled with 2 small children and 2 guests were coeliacs. Could not fault the location, amenities and access to transport, shops and attractions. Staff were incredibly helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Furama RiverFront
Apart for the studio rooms being very small, this is a good place to stay. Great breakfast and close to MRT station and riverfront.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Pan Pacific Singapore
This hotel was great . The room was clean , staff helpful and friendly. Great location, breakfast was amazing. The breakfast had so many different items food was great.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Novena
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.
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 Fu Lu Shou Complex, 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 Selegie Arts Centre.
Bugis Village
If you're spending time in Bugis Village, you might enjoy attractions like Bugis Street Shopping District and Fu Lu Shou Complex. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Bugis Station to see more of the city.
Kallang
Enjoy the popular shops in Kallang. Singapore National Stadium is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Lavender Station or Bendemeer MRT Station to see more of Singapore.
