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Little India
Singapore's most colorful and aromatic neighborhood with Hindu temples, spice shops, flower garlands, and authentic South Indian cuisine.
7 km · about 15 min drive
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Paya Lebar
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About Paya Lebar
Paya Lebar works well as a base: 7km from Little India.
Paya Lebar is in Singapore, with about 17,000 people. You drive on the left here.
Paya Lebar (IPA: PYE-ə LAY-bar) is a planning area located in the East Region of Singapore, bordered by Hougang to the west, Sengkang to the northwest, Tampines to the east, Bedok to the south and Pasir Ris to the north.
As part of the Singapore Urban Redevelopment Authority's (URA) Master Plan 2014, Paya LebarRead more
Central was identified as one of the five growth areas. It was since earmarked as an up-and-coming commercial hub, in line with the wider decentralisation strategy to ensure the city's sustainable growth. Paya Lebar participates in the pilot Business Improvement District (BID) programme.
Although they have similar names, Paya Lebar Central, Paya Lebar MRT station and Paya Lebar Road are not part of Paya Lebar Planning Area, they are instead part of Geylang East, a planning subzone in Geylang. Paya Lebar itself contains five subzones; Airport Road, Paya Lebar East, Paya Lebar North, Paya Lebar West and Plab (Paya Lebar Air Base).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Paya Lebar?
Within an hour or so of Paya Lebar: Little India (7 km), National Gallery Singapore (8 km), Merlion (8 km), Marina Bay Street Circuit (8 km).
Where is Paya Lebar?
Paya Lebar is in Singapore.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 16,920
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Singapore
- Timezone
- Asia/Singapore
- Coordinates
- 1.3539, 103.8906
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ERP electronic road pricing operates in the city centre.
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Worth the detour from Paya Lebar
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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National Gallery Singapore
Southeast Asia's largest visual arts institution, housed in two beautifully restored national monuments.
8 km · about 15 min drive
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Merlion
Mythical half-lion half-fish statue spouting water at Marina Bay, the iconic mascot and symbol of Singapore.
8 km · about 15 min drive
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Marina Bay Street Circuit
Formula 1's original night race venue, a demanding street circuit lit up against Singapore's spectacular skyline.
8 km · about 15 min drive
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Gardens by the Bay
A futuristic nature park with colossal Supertree structures, a cloud forest dome, and a flower dome showcasing plants from around the world.
9 km · about 15 min drive
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Singapore Chinatown
A vibrant district blending traditional Chinese temples, heritage shophouses, bustling hawker centers, and modern bars along Pagoda Street.
9 km · about 20 min drive
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Singapore Botanic Gardens
A UNESCO World Heritage tropical garden featuring the National Orchid Garden with over 1,000 species and hybrids of orchids.
9 km · about 20 min drive
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Clarke Quay
A colorful riverside quay in Singapore transformed into a vibrant nightlife and dining hub with restored warehouses along the Singapore River.
9 km · about 15 min drive
When to drive here
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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