Should I buy Go City’s Singapore pass or get individual tickets?

From supertrees and skyline views to wildlife wonders and Sentosa thrills, Singapore packs one heck of a punch. It’s also notoriously expensive, and the cost of ticking off all those great attractions soon adds up. Which is where the Go City Singapore pass comes in. But is it a better option than buying individual tickets on the go? We’ll walk through how the passes work, including the perks and drawbacks of each approach, and a little bit of number-crunching, so you can go the route that fits your plans best.

Firstly, what is a sightseeing pass?

Sightseeing passes – like the Go City Singapore pass – are all-in-one tickets that get you into all the best attractions, tours and activities for one upfront price. Paying separately for every museum, garden or zoo you visit? So last year. With a sightseeing pass, you just flash the app and walk straight in.  

In a nutshell, it’s a VIP ticket to Singapore’s greatest hits, with absolutely everything you need – maps, tickets, booking links and more – all stored in one handy app

The pros of using a pass

Keep budgets in check

Nobody wants to return from vacation tearfully clutching ticket stubs, receipts and angry letters from the bank. The Go City Singapore pass lets you lock in your sightseeing costs up front, giving you the freedom to see and do as much as you like for a single fixed price.

Costs can mount up quickly when buying individual tickets, and it’s easy to lose track. Not so with a sightseeing pass.

Find hidden gems

Naturally, your Singapore bucket list already includes Universal Studios, the Sentosa cable car and a night safari at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve. But had you also considered the National Gallery, a tea appreciation experience or an after dark walking tour of Marina Bay? The Go City Singapore pass inspires visits to under-the-radar attractions like these and more. And remember, the more you visit, the more you’ll be saving vs individual tickets.

One app, zero hassle

The Go City app stores all your Singapore sightseeing tools in one handy place. So no piles of printouts, no lost emails, and no trying to remember what time Gardens by the Bay opens. It's sightseeing made simple.

Total flexibility 

SkyHelix Sentosa or the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark observation deck? Cocktails at Raffles or cocks-of-the-rock at Bird Paradise? Don’t waste your time hemming and hawing: with a Go City Singapore pass you can do it all. Just check the app for availability and note that popular attractions may require advance booking (all very easy to do via the app). 

Pass perks

Pass attractions sometimes include perks you might not get if you buy tickets individually. We’re talking proper VIP stuff like skip-the-line entry, gift shop discounts and other cool freebies.

The pros of individual tickets 

The Go City Singapore pass ain’t for everyone. If you’re keeping paid attractions to a minimum (albeit this is highly unlikely somewhere like Singapore), paying as you go might be more your style.

No commitment up front

If you’re planning to visit one or maybe two paid attractions between beach stops and bar hops, single tickets can be more cost-effective. After all, you're only paying for what you actually use.

More spontaneity

You won’t feel the urge to ‘get your money’s worth’ so much if you’re buying individual tickets, meaning less pressure to tick attractions off and more time to meander, popping into the occasional museum or animal attraction if and when when the mood takes you. Do bear in mind though that popular spots can sell out or cost more during peak seasons.

Let's compare...

Feature	Go City Singapore passes	Individual tickets
Upfront cost	✔ Paid in advance, easier to budget	✖ Pay per attraction, adds up fast
Total savings	✔ The more you see, the more you save	✖ No guaranteed savings
Convenience	✔ One app, one QR code, done	✖ Booking and managing multiple tickets separately
Extra perks	✔ Skip-the-line access, shop discounts, food offers, free guides	✖ None – you get what you pay for
Food & drink deals	✔ Includes some options and offers	✖ Not included
Hidden gems	✔ Curated line-up by local experts	✔They’re out there, you’ll just need to do some more research
Flexibility	✔ Visit what you want, when you want	✔ Freedom to pick day-by-day
Risk of overspending	✔ No nasty surprises	✖ Hard to track daily spend

How much are you actually saving? 

Here’s an example of what a standard 2-day Singapore itinerary might cost with individual tickets: 

Day 1

• Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour: SGD 65
• Singapore Zoo: SGD 49
• Gardens by the Bay: SGD 45
• Marina Bay night walking tour: SGD 50

Day 2

• Singapore cable car pass: SGD 35
• Universal Studios: SGD 83
• SkyHelix Sentosa: SGD 40
• Raffles Hotel experience with Singapore sling: SGD 52

That’s a total cost of SGD 419. Now compare that to a 2‑day Singapore All-Inclusive Pass, priced at SGD 279. In this example, you’d save about SGD 140 or around 33%*, and you might still have room to squeeze in another attraction or two along the way, potentially boosting your savings even further.

Don’t forget – the pass also includes the handy app, extra perks and peace of mind that you won’t need to buy expensive tickets on the fly. 

*prices accurate as of January 2026

Final verdict: should you go for the pass?

Oh, definitely! Singapore is jam-packed with world-class attractions and – unless you’re there strictly for tanning purposes – there’s every chance you’ll visit enough to cover the cost of the Go City Singapore pass, and then some. Costs stay predictable and your whole itinerary (and tickets) live in one easy app. That means less admin, and more time for Singapore sightseeing. It’s a hassle-free way to sightsee, and should leave you more moolah for Singapore Slings than if you bought all your tickets individually.

Looking for more Singapore inspo? Check out some of the island’s more interesting dining experiences and get better acquainted with the different types of Singapore pass that are available.

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We make it easy to explore the best a city has to offer. We’re talking top attractions, hidden gems and local tours, all for one low price. Plus, you'll enjoy guaranteed savings, compared to buying individual attraction tickets. 

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