Things to Do and Places to See in Southeast Asia
By Michael Aquino, About.com Guide to Southeast Asia Travel
In a region the size of Southeast Asia, you can't just drop in and expect to see something interesting - you have to know where to go and how to get there to find what you came for. Discover what you can see in Southeast Asia, and make an itinerary that'll fit your travel tastes.
Beaches, Beach Resorts, & Watersports
Southeast Asia has tens of thousands of islands – one of them may have your name on it! Discover Southeast Asia’s beaches and the activities they offer.
Sports & Thrills
Southeast Asia is gaining fame for its sports activities, from Formula One to football. Discover the experiences that the region has to offer the thrill seeking tourist.
- Five Extreme Sports Adventures in Southeast Asia
- Le Tour de Langkawi, Malaysia
- The Singapore F1 Grand Prix
- The Malaysia F1 Grand Prix
- The Singapore Flyer
- White Water Rafting in Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
- Buon Don Elephant Races, Vietnam
- Penang International Dragon Boat Festival, Malaysia
Sacred Sites & Historical Structures
Lose yourself in Southeast Asia’s spiritual side. Most of the world’s major religions have made their mark on the local culture, from Buddhism in Thailand to Islam in Indonesia to Christianity in the Philippines, spawning grand structures along the way.
- Five Sacred Sites in Southeast Asia
- Walking Tour of Wat Phra Kaeo and the Grand Palace, Bangkok
- Walking Tour of Historical Melaka, Malaysia
- Walking Tour of Intramuros, Manila, Philippines
- Road Trip through Southern Laos
- Must-See Temples in Angkor, Cambodia
- Corregidor Island, Philippines
- Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, Thailand
- Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Shopping
Come taste from the region's many dining traditions, or max out your credit card on the limitless shopping opportunities that Southeast Asia has to offer.
- Shopping in Singapore
- Shopping Centers in Orchard Road, Singapore
- Shopping Centers in City Hall and Marina Bay, Singapore
- Shopping Centers in Chinatown, Singapore
- Shopping Centers in Bugis, Singapore
- Great Shopping Bargains in Bangkok
- The Great Singapore Sale, Singapore
Dining & Nightlife
Southeast Asia - where dining is an adventure! Find top restaurants and eating joints throughout the region, and eat your way through the region's many food traditions.
- Ten Dishes to Try in Singapore
- Penang's Chinese New Year Foods
- Four Singapore Hawker Centers You Dare Not Miss
- Top Penang Food Finds
- Nightlife in Hanoi
Nature Parks
Southeast Asia is a major center for biodiversity - you'll find a wealth of natural wonders awaiting you in every corner of the region.
- Singapore Zoo, Singapore
- The Chocolate Hills of Bohol, Philippines
- Night Safari, Singapore
- Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center, Sabah, Malaysia
Urban Adventures
Southeast Asia's cities bring the best of each country together into compact urban spaces that are easier to explore and enjoy!
- A Weekend in Saigon, Vietnam
- Phnom Penh, Capital of Cambodia
- An Introduction to Penang, Malaysia
- Singapore DUCKtours Amphibious Tour
Cultural Experiences
Dive into one (or all) of Southeast Asia's multitude of cultures, influenced by thousands of years of religious tradition and hundreds of years of colonial influence.
