As you know, streetdirectory.com has been shutdown for a indefinite period. So I bring a collated list of alternatives. Disclaimer: This blog is not affiliated to any street directory in any way but is written from an individual perspective. Personal recommendations: SLA Streetmap StreetDB Gothere.sg Read the following reviews to find out why. SLA Streetmap:
http://www.map.gov.sg/StreetMap/HomePage.aspx
A street directory alternative affiliated with the Singapore government. Probably the most updated and accurate of all the maps. Any search should be verified with this for the greatest accuracy. Unfortunately, it does not offer the extras like directions, nearby amenities etc.
Asia Gis:
StreetDB:
http://www.streetdb.com/
(very good for searching nearby amenities)
Powered by Asia Gis. Well illustrated map. Search by postal code, building name/landmark or any keywords (for example "primary school"). With the option of searching results for driving directions from starting to ending point. Able to search results for nearby amenities. Bus stop info is included in map. Just point cursor at the bus icon.
Locale:
http://www.locale.com.sg/
Also powered by Asia Gis Search by postal code, building name/landmark or any keywords. Offers the largest map view compared to the other Asia Gis derivatives. Results can be searched for nearby amenities. Bus stop info is included in map. Just point cursor at the bus icon. Does not include the function for searching of driving directions.
Singaporeexpats:
http://maps.singaporeexpats.com/
(very good for searching nearby amenities)
Powered by Asia Gis. Search by postal code, building name/landmark or any keywords. Able to search results for nearby amenities. Bus stop info is included in map. Just point cursor at the bus icon. Does not include the function for searching of driving directions.
Yellowpages:
http://www.yellowpages.com.sg/newiyp/
Also built on Asia Gis engine. Search by postal code, building name/landmark. Bus stop info is included in map. Just point cursor at the bus icon. The above three Asia Gis engine apparently offers more function.
Gothere:
http://gothere.sg/
Using Google Maps with their own address database. Unique in the sense (when compared to Google maps and its derivatives) that it offers a detailed view of block numbers and landmark/buildings when zoomed in. Zooming in offers a more detailed map view. Includes bus services/bus stop info as well as arrival time. Just click on the bus icon. Bus services info is still incomplete at present point in time.
Also displays location of taxi stands in CBD. Look out for the orange icon.
Now includes location and rates of car parks as indicated by a "P" icon.
Location of ERP gantries and rates has also been added as indicated by a "ERP" icon.
Driving directions now includes option to avoid erp gantries.
Search for a location by entering in either the "From" or "To" field. Searching by address, postal code or landmark/building is allowed. You can search for directions by either Bus, Train, or Driving. Directions for driving does not allow alternative changes to a route unlike Google Maps.
Creator of the website seems to be dilligently updating the map and thus the impressive display of updated info, even though the search results seems to be less updated than the map itself. More updated list of locations/addresses compared to Google Maps.
Google Maps (Singapore):
http://maps.google.com/?q=singapore
http://sgmap.notlong.com
Google Maps Directions ( Singapore ):
http://maps.google.com/?q=singapore&f=d
Very useful for planning of driving route from starting point to destination. Just click on the "Get directions" link. Make use of the navigation menu on the left and the drag ruler to zoom in/out. There's even a option to avoid highway. You can form an alternative route by dragging "A" and "B" and the circles formed when pointed at the blue line. Right click on the circles to select "remove this destination" or "add a destination" option. Results even includes mileage.
Double left click on the map to centralise and zoom in. Double right click to zoom out. Left click and hold to drag the map.
You can also right click on a particular location to display a menu with extra options. (options include "Directions from here" "Directions to here", "Centralise map here", "Zoom in/out")
Users of Firefox should press the ESC button on your keyboard after right clicking to reveal the menu.
Convert between satellite, map or terrain view. Satellite button has a show label function.
I can search for terms like for example "wisma atria" and it displays the exact location.
Good for the planning of driving route but map is not as detailed as SLA Streetmap and is not up to date. Some search results might not work out well as it does not offer a extensive database of local road names, addresses, buildings/landmarks or locations. Unable to search by postal code. Able to search using keywords.
Rednano:
http://www.rednano.sg/sfe/map.action
Map service by SPH search engine. Right clicking offers extra options. Can be slow loading as website is still in beta. Can also search by postal code, building name/landmark or keywords. Search for driving directions from starting point to destination. Search results for nearby amenities.
Streetsine:
http://www.streetsine.com/main.html
Search function can sometimes take time to fully load and function. Has a set of search for properties and nearby amenities. Using google Maps API.
Shownearby:
http://sg.shownearby.com/
Building on google maps with its own functionality. Can also search by postal code, building name/landmark or keywords. Results can be searched for nearby amenities. Offers a more up to date and larger database of addresses/locations compared to Google Maps.
Shownearby Directions:
http://sg.shownearby.com/driving_directions
Click on 'Set Location' in the "From" and "To" row to set your starting and ending location respectively. The click on "Get Directions". You can also do a swap between the starting and ending points by selecting "Swap Direction". Planning of driving directions does not allow alternative changes to a route unlike Google Maps.
Can mapfinder:
http://202.172.177.8/mapguide/CAN_My...p/Main_Map.php
Able to search by keywords and enlarge map. Search for nearby amenities and directions. Click on "By Categories" for various search options.
Singapore-Streetmap:
http://singapore-streetmap.com
Another Google Maps based directory. Also using their own address database to complement Google Maps.
Old yellowpages map:
http://www.street-directory.com/yellowpages/
Using google maps API.
Street-directory /Jobstreet:
www.street-directory.com/jobstreet
Can search for nearby amenities. Search with keywords. Some locations can be outdated. Using Google Maps API with street directory's address/location database.
Multimap (Singapore):
http://www.multimap.com/maps/?hloc=SG|
Owned by Microsoft. Allows searching by postal code. Right clicking on map offers extra options. Allows search for amenities like MRT, carpark, Wi-fi hotspots and petrol stations.
Not effective for finding buildings/landmarks. Directions does not work for Singapore. Data powered by Tele Atlas.
Microsoft VirtualEarth (Singapore):
http://maps.live.com/default.aspx?v=...re1=&encType=1
Not as good or user friendly as Google Maps. Right clicking on Map offers more functions. Can be rather user unfriendly and confusing. Search for road has to be done in full name. Not effective for finding buildings/landmarks. Search terms for directions has to be suceeded by ", singapore" in order to point to Singapore locations. Data powered by NAVTEQ.
Mapking:
http://maps.mapking.com/
Search using the menu on the left. Make sure to select singapore before searching. Click on the results to show the map. Can also search for route from starting point to destination. Right click for more options. Some locations are extremely outdated. Very slow loading.
Bus/MRT Guide
Bus routes:
SBS buses: http://www.sbstransit.com.sg/journeyplan/overview.aspx
Smrt buses: http://www.smrtbuses.com.sg/busguide/
MRT:
http://www.smrt.com.sg/trains/fares.asp
Combined search for Buses, MRT:
Transitlink: http://www.transitlink.com.sg/eguide2.html
Map of SBS bus stops and its service numbers:
http://www.singeo.com.sg/singeo/maps/busstopmap.html
Search by road and point/click on the bus icon to see bus services/bus stop info. Bus arrival times are also provided. An excellent bus stop guide. Map can sometimes take a while to load.
Location/rates/info of HDB car parks
http://www.hdb.gov.sg/bn22/bn22004p....reMap?OpenForm
ERP/car park rates and other traffic/travel info
http://www.onemotoring.com.sg/publis...the_roads.html
Convert address/building name to postal code
Singpost:
http://www.singpost.com.sg/quick_services/index.htm
There are others like skypigeon, erouteplanner, street.com.sg. But they are basically similiar to Google Maps/Google Maps Directions but with reduced functionality. Therefore inclusion would be redundant.
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