Looking for nice places in Singapore to visit? This post is for you! It includes our recommendations for the best places to visit in Singapore with kids.
If you ask me a piece of advice on the best countries to visit with kids, Singapore tops hands down. This tiny go-getter island has everything that fits any kid’s idea of fun and entertainment. If you still haven’t taken your kids to Singapore, high time you do so before they grow up.
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Singapore Trip Planning
We are enthusiastically planning our first trip abroad. I list the easy-to-get-visa, affordable yet worth-visiting countries from India – Thailand, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Malaysia, Laos, and Singapore.
After intensive internet research, and brainstorming sessions with friends, and family (after all, it’s our first international trip), we finalize Singapore. Because Kids love Singapore!
Completely abandoning the idea of the tour operator, we decided to plan our first international trip on our own. Visa for Singapore. Check. Hotel. Check. Flights. Check. Itinerary. Check. Ticking off boxes on the checklist; our incitement takes off.
Planning is as rad as traveling itself.
D-Day is here!
We are ready to board the flight to Singapore from Delhi.
Mini-me is more excited than us.
The thrill and nervousness in taking the first International trip are unmatched – can you relate to the feeling?
The minute I deboard the flight, the charm of Singapore’s Changi Airport grips me.
Flawlessly clean, impeccably managed, customer-centric, gastronomically and aesthetically arresting food court, thoughtfully jampacked with impressive activities for all ages – butterfly garden, rooftop swimming pool with the view, a movie theatre that’s free and whatnot; no one would ever mind long layovers if all airports are like Changi.
My little darling isn’t ready to leave the airport – can you imagine!
Now I know why it is consecutively ranked the world’s top airport.
One of the busiest airports in the world, yet seamless check-in/check-out process. The best part is the immigration officer offering candies to travelers during check-in and check-out.
That’s a little yet big gesture to make visitors feel welcome.
My eyes try to follow the verdant grandeur intelligently weaved into the city skyline while hubby talks with the cab driver.
“Where are you from, sir?” the driver asks curiously. “Delhi,” hubby replies, and I’m still not ready to leave the views outside the car window to join the conversation.
“I’m from Kerala,” he says with a Duchenne smile. They continue to converse while I continue to breathe in the unique visual experience.
Oftentimes hailed as ‘The City in the Garden’ Singapore aspires to be the greenest in the world by 2030 and it’s flourishing on that ambition.
In spite of the fact that Singapore doesn’t have its own natural resources, the driven country has become a thriving global giant by developing innovative and state-of-the-art urban solutions.
No wonder, it is ranked as one of the world’s most sustainable and livable cities.
As a traveler, I could observe the striking differences co-existing perfectly within the little yet densely populated country.
Chinese, Malay, Indian, Eurasian, and Peranakan make up the racial and ethnic composition of Singapore.
Inspiringly, languages or food, or lifestyles of different ethnicities don’t divide but unite Singaporeans.
Besides English, they speak Singlish (a blend of mother tongues of different ethnicities viz. English, Malay, Tamil, and Mandarin.)
Its smooth and advanced public transit network, a low crime rate that makes it super-safe, cultural and religious diversity, cleanliness, world-class architecture, food diversity, A1 shopping experience, child-centered activities, fascinating wildlife, beaches, buzzing nightlife, and endless possibilities make it one of the best travel destinations in the world.
Exploring it with all my heart and soul, I can avow without a hitch that Singapore offers a bevy of diverse experiences for travelers around the world, especially for little ones.
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Best Places to Visit in Singapore with Kids
The Lion City has fascinating, cool, and epic attractions that appeal to all.
With so much to see and do in Singapore, one definitely needs to pace himself/herself.
Choose the attractions or activities that interest you to limit yourself and not get caught in the infamous tropical humidity of Singapore.
Here’s our pick of the best places to visit in Singapore with kids to get you started.
Merlion Park
After seeing countless images of mythical half-lion half-fish Merlion while planning our trip to Singapore, it instinctively had to be the first thing to see in Singapore for us.
Merlion Statue has a home in Merlion Park. The park is behind the Fullerton Hotel.
Apart from the two statues (the original and the smaller version) at Merlion Park, Singapore has Merlion statues at Sentosa, Mount Faber, and the Tourism Court.
Average Time Needed: 15 minutes
Admission: Free Entry
Operating Hours: 24 hours
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Marina Bay Sands Light and Water Show (Spectra)
Marina Bay Sands Hotel, Singapore’s Iconic Hotel presents a dazzling 15-minute light and water show at 20:00 and 21:00 hours from Sunday to Thursday and an additional show at 22:00 hours on Friday and Saturday.
This symphony of water, light, and sound bedazzles the audience. You can take a river cruise to enjoy the show from a completely different perspective.
If you want to click the awesome photographs of the show with Marina Bay Sands in the backdrop, Merlion Park is the best bet for you.
Average Time Needed: 30 minutes
Admission: Free to Public
Operational Hours: Sunday to Thursday – 8:00 pm & 9:00 pm; Friday & Saturday – 8:00 pm, 9:00 pm & 10:00 pm
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Singapore Zoo
Singapore Zoo is a zoo with a difference. It is one of the fun places to go in Singapore. Animal lovers are sure to love it.
You won’t see low-spirited animals imprisoned in cages here.
In fact, you get up close with a variety of animals roaming happily in their natural habitat.
The animal and bird show adds to the charm. Breakfast with the Orangutans is the coolest thing you can do at Singapore Zoo. We didn’t book the seating in advance (seats are limited) and thus, missed this unique experience.
You can board the zoo tram that stops at four of the tram stations at different exhibits and lets you explore the wildlife park effortlessly with young kids.
Mini-me stood in awe as she encountered wildlife up close. Her readiness to pose to get a picture with animals amused us to no end. Why? Because photographing her is a real challenge otherwise.
Rainforest Lumina, Asia’s first multimedia night walk is a new addition to the Singapore Zoo.
Click Here to Book a Rainforest Lumina Admission Ticket
You can relax and eat at any of the restaurants or cafes inside the zoo once you finish the exploration as you need energy for the Night Safari, the world’s first safari park for nocturnal animals.
Average Time Needed: Half-Day
Admission: SGD 35 (adults), SGD 23 (kids)
Operational Hours: 8:30 am– 6:00 pm Daily (Last ticket sale at 5:30 pm)
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Night Safari
Our Night Safari adventure started with an electrifying Thumbuakar Performance (fire show) and ended with the amazing Creatures of Night Show.
We were clearly not ready to face crowds and long queues for the Guided Night Safari Tram Ride. The average wait time in a queue is 40 minutes. It gets boring for kids, of course.
Make sure to bring snacks or a book to keep the kids busy. We had to buy some food from the ground outlets to keep mini-me busy 🙂
I’d recommend buying the tickets online in advance for two reasons; you get them cheaper and save yourself time and effort. The tickets exhaust fast.
If I choose to go back, I’d opt for the walking trails over the tram expedition. The trails are well-lit and easily walkable.
Average Time Needed: 2-3 hours
Admission Ticket: SGD 47 (adult), SGD 31 (child)
Operational Hours: 7:15 pm– 12:00 am Daily (Last entry at 11:15 pm) Retail shops open from 5.00 pm and restaurants open from 5.30 pm
Click Here to Buy a Singapore Night Safari Admission Ticket
River Wonders
Sandwiched between the Singapore Zoo and Night Safari, River Wonders is the world’s first & I guess the only river-themed wildlife park.
Kids and kids-at-heart super enjoy meeting the wildlife in a boat crisscrossing into the wild Amazon rainforest.
Pandas and manatees steal the show at River Wonders.
Invest in a Mandai Wildlife Reserve Multi-Park Ticket that combines the Singapore Zoo, Night Safari, River Wonders, and Bird Paradise experience plus all the tram and boat rides in one ticket. It’s cheaper than buying tickets for individual attractions.
Reserve your multi-park ticket
Keep an eye on special discounts offered by Wildlife Reserves Singapore which runs the Singapore Zoo, Night Safari, River Safari, and Jurong Bird Park
Average Time Needed: 2-3 hours
Admission Ticket: SGD 32 (adult), SGD 21 (child)
Operational Hours: 10:00 am– 7:00 pm Daily (Last ticket sale at 6:30 pm)
Click Here to Book the Singapore River Safari Experience
Gardens By The Bay
Gardens by the Bay is a beautiful example of intelligent ecotourism. The Garden in the City offers out-of-the-world views of the Marina waterfront across its three gardens – Bay South Garden, Bay East Garden, and Bay Central Garden.
Bay South Garden is the largest of the three and makes space for the iconic Supertrees’ famous climate-controlled conservatories – Flower Dome and Cloud Forest.
Both the domes offer a cursory relief from hot and humid weather. Cloud Forest welcomes you with a beautiful waterfall famed as the world’s largest indoor waterfall.
Walking through the cloud forest while discovering the rare plants, and beautiful orchids all covered in the cool mist is a heavenly experience.
Make sure to bring a light waterproof jacket with you.
The Flower Dome, the largest glass greenhouse in the world, features nature like never before. Be ready to be amazed by the colorful extravaganza.
Supertree Grove within the Gardens by the Bay is the most iconic and popular attraction in Singapore. 12 out of 18 Supertrees adorn the Supertree Grove.
Entry to the Supertree Grove is free. You can take a stroll along Supertree Grove’s OCBC Skyway and can even dine at a restaurant that sits at the tallest Supertree.
Don’t miss the psychedelic Garden Rhapsody Light and Sound Show that takes place daily at 19:45 and 20:45 hours. Admission is absolutely free! Grab a nice place before it starts.
To book a combo ticket that includes entry to Cloud Forest, Flower Dome, and OCBC Skyway, follow this link.
We couldn’t explore Far East Organization Children’s Garden but have got great reviews about it from friends and family. There’s always a next time!
Average Time Needed: At least half a day
Admission: SGD 28 (adult), SGD 15 (child) for cooled conservatories; SGD 8 (adult), SGD 5 (child) for OCBC Skyway; free admission to outdoor gardens and Far East Organization Children’s Garden
Operational Hours: 9 am – 9 pm daily (last sale at 8 pm) for cooled conservatories and OCBC Skyway; 5 am – 2 am daily for outdoor gardens; 10 am – 7 pm from Tuesday to Friday (last admission at 6:30 pm) and 9 am – 9 pm on weekends and public holidays (last admission at 8:30 pm) for Far East Organization Children’s Garden
Buy Gardens by the Bay Admission Ticket
Singapore Flyer
Riding a Singapore Flyer, the second tallest observation wheel in the world is a great family experience. Every capsule holds around 28 people; we got lucky to have all of it to us.
As the capsule reaches its maximum height, you can’t help but ogle at the mesmerizing views of Singapore and beyond. On a clear day, you can even see Malaysia and Indonesia.
Average Time Needed: 60 mins
Ticket Cost: SGD 33 (adults), SGD 21 (kids)
Operational Hours: 8.30 am – 10.30 pm (Last admission at 10 pm)
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Bedok Reservoir Park
Forest Adventure, an outdoor activity center at Bedok Reservoir Park, offers treetop obstacle courses for kids and adults. They have kids (designed for 5 to 10-year-old kids), junior (teens), and grand (adults) courses.
It’s demanding but fun. You climb nets, fasten crazy rope ladders, and bridges and ride a zip line over water, all by yourself. You are given a safety briefing to make you good to go 🙂
Indulge in the euphoria! Espie the other side of Singapore you know.
Average Time Needed: 3-4 hours
Operational Hours: 11 am – 6:30 pm from Tuesday to Thursday, 9.30 am – 6.30 pm from Friday to Sunday and Public Holidays, Monday closed
Admission – Grand Course: SGD 50 (adult), Kids Course: SGD 36, Kids Course for accompanying adult: SGD 20, Junior Course: SGD 39
Singapore Cable Car
Taking a Singapore Cable Car to Sentosa is the fastest, the most impressive but the most lavish way to arrive. Board a gondola at Harborfront or Mount Faber and relish the panoramic view of Singapore and Sentosa.
We decided to reach Sentosa by cable car and come back to Singapore by the boardwalk.
If you plan to do a cable car round trip, take the cable car at Imbiah Lookout, Merlion, or Siloso Point at Sentosa for the return journey.
Singapore Cable Car isn’t just a way to arrive in Sentosa but an experience in its own way.
Another way to reach Sentosa is by taking a taxi from Singapore to VivoCity Mall Sentosa Station to catch a Sentosa Island Monorail Express that stops at Waterfront Station (Resorts World Sentosa), Imbiah Station, and Beach Station. The first train runs at 7 am and the last train at 12 am.
Average Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Admission: SGD 35 (adult), SGD 25 (child)
Operational Hours: 8:45 am – 10 pm daily (last boarding at 9:30 pm/last ticket sale at 9:15 pm)
Click Here to Buy Your Singapore Cable Car Sky Pass
Sentosa Boardwalk – A Walk to Remember
Sentosa Boardwalk connects Resorts World Sentosa to VivoCity Waterfront.
You can choose to walk on the moving walkways and travellators sheltered by canopies or can walk on the side that’s not covered to relish the mesmerizing views of the ocean; any which way it’s an exhilarating experience.
It just takes SGD 1 and 20 minutes of leisure walk to reach the VivoCity from where you can board a taxi or bus back to Singapore. Isn’t it better than queuing for a cable car or shuttle?
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Sentosa Island
Sentosa is a heaven for kids of all ages. The list of attractions in Sentosa is endless –
- Tiger Sky Tower
- Sentosa Merlion Statue
- Madame Tussauds
- Butterfly Park & the Insect Kingdom
- Sentosa 4d Adventureland
- Sentosa Segway
- Kidzania Singapore
- Port of the Lost Wonder
- Fort Siloso
- Megazip Adventure Park
- Wave House
- iFly
- Skyline Luge Sentosa
- Wings of Time Show
- Siloso Beach, Palawan Beach
- Tanjong Beach
Universal Studios Singapore, S.E.A Aquarium, Adventure Cove Waterpark, Dolphin Island, The Maritime Experiential Museum, and Trick Eye Museum at the Resorts World Sentosa are the must-see attractions for kids.
Phew!
You can choose any of these as per the time and days you have on hand.
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If you have limited time in Sentosa, I’d recommend covering at least the Universal Studios Singapore and S.E.A. Aquarium.
S.E.A Aquarium in Sentosa is one of the largest aquariums in the world. From sea dragons, lionfish, manta rays, sea jellies, and dolphins to moray eels, stingrays, and a huge variety of sharks – the ocean above holds you spellbound.
Average Time Needed: 3-4 hours
Admission Ticket: SGD 39 (adult), SGD 29 (child)
Operational Hours: 10 am – 7 pm daily (timings may vary)
Universal Studios Singapore is all things fun and fascinating! There’s a reason it’s awarded as the Best Amusement Park in the World.
Mini-me let her face painted, met the Disney characters, took multiple thrilling rides, and bought a basket of candies at Candylicious.
Madagascar – A Great Adventure, and Shrek 4D Adventure made it to her favorite list.
Average Time Needed: One Day
Admission: SGD 76 (adults), SGD 56 (kids)
Operational Hours: 10 am – 7 pm (Closing times vary) daily
Buy the Universal Studios Singapore One-Day Pass
ArtScience Museum
Have you ever wondered what that iconic lotus-shaped building you see in most of Singapore’s images holds? ArtScience Museum. It effortlessly adds to Singapore’s Skyline.
The Museum serves as a premium venue for world-class touring exhibitions.
I love taking mini-me to science museums as it stretches as well as satisfies her curiosity.
She walked through the different exhibits of the ArtScience museum with wide-eyed wonder. I’m sure, your kids will love to see what happens when art meets science.
Average Time Needed: 2-3 hours
Admission: Check ticket prices here
Operational Hours: 10 am – 7 pm daily
Book the ArtScience Museum Admission Ticket
Singapore Science Centre
Singapore Science Centre offers a hands-on learning experience for kids making it a must-visit for them. Indoor, as well as outdoor interactive science exhibits, entertain plus educate throughout the day.
Singapore Science Center’s Observatory, with the help of telescopes, lets you witness the shining constellations that watch over Singapore.
If time permits, make a stop at Snow City, an indoor snow center.
Book Science Centre Experience
Bird Paradise
A haven for bird lovers, the Bird Paradise (previously, Jurong Bird Park) is home to about 3,500 birds across 400 species including the endangered species.
It’s the largest bird park in Asia and unique in the way that birds are not kept in cages. It’s a delight for the kids to see the colorful birds flying freely around you.
With impressive exhibits like Wings of Asia, Lorry Loft, Amazonian Jewels, Australian Outback, Heart of Africa, Crimson Wetlands, Mysterious Papua, Penguin Cove, Winged Sanctuary, Songs of the Forest, and interactive shows like the Wings of the World and the Predators on Wings – it’s your chance to step into the world of the prettiest and rarest birds.
If your kids are interested, you can also join a guided tour such as the Bird Discovery Tour where a wildlife guide lets you make friends with the beautiful feathered residents of the Bird Paradise.
The park is open from 9 am to 6 pm daily. It costs SGD 48 per adult and SGD 33 per child aged 3 to 12 years to enter the park.
You are likely to spend a minimum of 2 to 3 hours exploring Bird Paradise.
Singapore River Bumboat Cruise
The Singapore River Bumboat Cruise is the best and the fastest way to see Singapore and its stunning attractions along the way like Merlion, Mint Museum of Toys, Raffles Statue, and the Asian Civilisations Museum.
You can board the boat at any one of these locations – Robertson Quay, Clemenceau, River Valley, Clarke Quay, Read Bridge, Boat Quay, South Bridge, Fullerton, Merlion Park, Bayfront South, Esplanade, Promenade, and Marina Barrage.
Catch the sunset at the Marina waterfront and take a nighttime boat cruise to enjoy the Marina Bay Water and Light Show while relaxing on the boat deck.
Original DUCKtour @ Suntech City
DUCKtour is a fun way to see Singapore’s iconic attractions like Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Flyer, the Esplanade Theater, Merlion, Gardens by the Bay, Fountain of Wealth, and the historical gems of Civic District.
Sit back and unwind in a refurbished World War II Vietnamese Amphibious vehicle as it takes you through a historical and stunning Civic District before it waddles into the water for a Marina Bay Tour.
Mini-me absolutely adored this unique land and water tour.
Book your Singapore Duck Tour in Amphibious Boat from World War II
MacRitchie Reservoir Treetop Hike
A walk on a 250-meter aerial suspension bridge stretching between the two highest points within MacRitchie is fun for the whole family.
Thow Kwang Pottery Jungle
Thow Kwang Pottery Jungle is a family-owned pottery industry. You can buy unique pieces of pottery while kids can make their own pottery. It’s a treat to see them bask in the joy of turning the dull clay into masterpieces.
Also, you can witness Singapore’s oldest Dragon Kiln dating back to 1940.
Wild Wild Wet Singapore
Wild Wild Wet is counted among the Top 10 Waterparks in Asia. From gentle rides for young kids to thrilling rides for older ones, from lifeguarding facilities of international standards to baby carriers to nursing rooms, the water park has come to be known as the top family-friendly theme park.
You can plan to spend some time here while waiting for your flight back home as it’s close to Changi Airport.
Book Wild Wild Wet Admission Ticket in Advance
Walk Around the Cultural Neighborhoods – Little India, China Town, Kampong Glam, and Katong
Singapore is a nation where different cultures and religions co-exist in harmony. No better way to explain unity in diversity to kids than a visit to Singapore’s cultural neighborhoods.
Little India is home to the Indian (Tamil) Community in Singapore. Likewise, Singapore’s Chinese Community dwells in Chinatown, Malay, and the Arabs Community calls Kampong Glam their home and the Peranakan community resides in Katong/Joo Chiat.
Take your kids on a multi-ethnic adventure.
Book a Chinatown Food Tasting and Walking Tour
We particularly loved the colorful Cambell Lane in Little India, Chinatown Food Street (CFS) in Chinatown, and Sultan Mosque in Kampong Glam.
Check Out the Little India Heritage Tour
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum, Sri Mariamman Hindu Temple (the oldest Hindu temple in Singapore) in Chinatown, and Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple in Little India, all are worth visiting.
Chinatown Heritage Centre in Chinatown, Malay Heritage Centre in Kampong Glam, and Peranakan Museum in Katong tell the story of Singaporean Chinese, Malays, and Peranakans, the ethnic communities in Singapore.
AMPED Trampoline Park
Let the kids soak in fun and adventure at AMPED, Singapore’s first Trampoline Park. Book the tickets online as the capacity is limited.
It’s advisable to bring a pair of grip socks; you may purchase them at the counter if you don’t have one.
The ticket per jumper is SGD 15 for an hour. One adult can accompany a child 3 years and under at no charge. The times are from 10 am to 9 pm.
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Marina Bay Sands SkyPark
Marina Bay Sands Skypark is an observation deck on top of the Marina Bay Sands that overlooks Marina Bay.
Visit during the early evening to see Singapore in a different light – daylight, twilight, and night-time. Sadly, the spellbinding pool on the 56th floor is reserved for Marina Bay Sand’s guests only.
Average Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Admission: SGD 23 (adults), SGD 17 (kids), SGD 20 (senior citizens)
Operational Hours: Mon to Thu – 9:30 am to 10 pm; Fri to Sun – 9:30 am to 11 pm
Tickets can be purchased online or onsite at the ticket counter.
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BooksActually, Tiong Bahru
BooksActually, an independent store in Tiong Bahru, supports local writers, poets, designers, and publishers.
They curate amazing picks that are hard to find anywhere else. You’ll also find a great collection of beautiful stationery items, postcards, tote bags, and knick-knacks here.
I try to explore at least one local bookstore wherever I travel. It helps me understand the local literary scene plus satiates a bibliophile in me.
I’m glad mini-me reflects my passion.
The happiness of bringing back books as a souvenir is inimitable.
Address: 9 Yong Siak Street, Singapore-168645
Operational Hours: 10 am – 6 pm on Sunday and Monday, 10 am – 8 pm from Tuesday to Saturday
Jacobs Ballas Children’s Garden
Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden within Singapore Botanic Gardens is the world’s largest children’s garden. We missed visiting Jacob Ballas during our visit to the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Why? We didn’t know about it!
Singapore Botanic Gardens and Orchid Gardens within them are mentioned everywhere but no one talks about Jacobs Ballas Children’s Gardens.
Please take your kids to this super awesome children’s garden for some real outdoor fun.
Check the must-do play spots at Jacob Ballas.
The park is designed keeping in mind children aged 14 and below.
Average Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Admission: Free
Operational hours: 8.00 am to 7.00 pm (last admission at 6.30 pm); Closed on Mondays
Pulau Ubin
A 10-minute bumboat ride from Changi takes you to Pulau Ubin, Singapore’s second-largest Island. Strolling through the rustic kampong (village) with traditional houses is like stepping back in time.
Chek Jawa Wetlands, a rich and unique natural area, is the major attraction in Pulau Ubin.
Six varied habitats blend at Chek Jawa – mangroves, coastal forest, seagrass lagoon, sandy beach, coral rubble, and rocky shore.
You can hire a bike or walk up to Chek Jawa. Bikes for kids are also available. Check Jawa remains open from 8:30 am to 6 pm.
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Escape Artist
We all have played escape board or mobile games but the real escape room game is much more challenging and fun. Finding ways to break out of an escape room challenge is sheer exhilaration.
Escape Artist, the best in real-life escape room games in Singapore offers innovative puzzles that enhance the analytical, reasoning, scientific, and mathematical skills of kids. Also while playing kids learn to be resilient during tough times plus get the point of playing as a team.
Facing varied escape room scenarios like handling the zombies, deactivating a bomb, treasure hunting, climbing the dark tunnels, deactivating a bomb, and whatnot. An impressive and immersive experience. The staff explains the rules and the cautionary measures before the game. They also give hints and clues to solve the puzzles.
Kids can choose one of the four escape games as per their age and difficulty level – Flashpoint, Last Light, Count Dracula, and Outpost X: Zombie Apocalypse
You can book the tickets online.
National Museum of Singapore
The National Museum of Singapore, previously known as the Singapore History Museum is the largest and oldest museum on the island. This is a place where kids get a chance to get under the skin of Singapore.
The museum narrates the story of the nation’s history, culture, and its transition into what it is today through its two galleries – Singapore History Gallery and Singapore Living Gallery.
Average Time Needed: 2-3 hours
Admission: SGD 15 (adult), SGD 10 (senior citizens/students/special access)
Operational Hours: 10 am -7 pm daily
Book Admission Tickets for the National Museum of Singapore
National Gallery of Singapore
Housed in the national monuments of City Hall and the former Supreme Court, the National Gallery of Singapore manages the world’s largest assortment of modern art in Singapore and Southeast Asia.
The gallery with over 8,000 artworks displayed is a great introduction to Singapore’s culture, and history and its connection with the history and culture of other Asian nations.
Check if you can attend various workshops on storytelling or art conducted by the museum.
Average Time Needed: 2-3 hours
Admission: SGD 20; Operational Hours: 10 am – 7 pm (Saturday to Thursday), 10 am – 9 pm (Friday)
Children Little Museum, Kampong
Opposite Sultan Mosque, unnoticeable, located in a two-storeyed shop, Children Little Museum is a privately owned treasure trove of vintage toys.
The museum runs a DIY Toy Workshop where you can learn to make wooden toys, musical instruments, flying wheels, and much more.
Average Time Needed: 1 – 2 hours
Admission: SGD 2, SGD 20 – SGD 30 for DIY Toy Workshop
Operational Hours: 11 am – 9 pm daily
Please Note: Children Little Museum is showing closed at its original location. Not sure if it’s permanently closed or shifted to a new location.
MINT (Moment of Imagination and Nostalgia with Toys) Museum of Toys
Founded by a toy enthusiast named Chang Yang Fa, to house his personal collection of toys, the MINT Museum of Toys is a haven for kids and grown-ups to enjoy going back to their childhood days. It showcases 50,000 toys dating back to the 1840s from almost 40 countries around the world.
Average Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Admission: SGD 15 (adult), SGD 7.5 (child and senior citizen), Free Admission from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm on the last Saturday of the month
Operational Hours: 9:30 am – 6:30 pm daily; 9:30 am – 9:30 pm (last Saturday of the month)
Book a MINT Museum of Toys Admission Ticket Including a Guided Tour
A great mix of culture, heritage, nature, and adventure; Singapore never fails to delight kids and adults for that matter. With innumerable attractions and activities, you discover hidden gems that the detailed guidebooks have overlooked even after spending months in the island country.
You can book the tickets to all the attractions online at respective websites or on-site at the ticket counter. I’d suggest booking online in advance to avoid the last-minute hassle. Plus you get great discounts when you book online.
Have you ever been to Singapore? Would you like to add to our list of the best places to visit in Singapore with kids? Let us know in the comments section.
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Superb, will soon be landimg there for a day and mar be try to cover few of these for sure
I knew about the Universal Studios from my husband, but you have a month’s worth of visiting ideas here! This looks like a great itinerary for kids, I believe this sort of “kid-friendly” tourism is on the rise! Thank you for your ideas!
Wow that’s a long list and why should kids have all the fun. We will visit all these places too on behalf of our kid 😛
I was in Malaysia a year ago and was so sure that I was going to visit Singapore but was gutted to have run out of time so had to skip the flight to Singapore. Clearly, the little nation has so many amazing places to visit. I really hope to visit this year if not the next.
I agree with you, Singapore is so good for travel with kids! There are so many different entertainment types and things to do for children of all ages. And the best part is that they are not less interesting for parents! Thanks for sharing your ideas 🙂
I’m going to Singapore soon as an adult but I desperately want to visit Marina Bay Sands Light and Water Show (Spectra) and the Cloud Forest (I think that’s the name) buildings.
We recently spent a couple months in Singapore and saw most of the sights (I thought!) but your lovely comprehensive post with stunning pics has shown me there’s still much left to see and do there! Got to plan another trip soon!
Yeah, my friends told me already that Singapore is kid friendly. But you show way more things, more than they have told me about.
There is so much to do in Singapore – and there is so much to do there for kids, too. Actually, the beautiful part is that many Singapore activities that are fun for kids are interesting for adults, too – which, obviously, makes Singapore the ideal family destination.
This is amazing! I had no idea there was so much to do in Singapore and it was so kid friendly! Great post!
Wow this is a very long list! Love how detailed you have been on all the different museums!
We had taken an extended holiday (4 months) in Singapore. I am glad you have included old as well as new attractions. So many lovely memories came back. I can still picture my kids playing in the water fountains of Sentosa and How I got called to volunteer to swim with the Dolphins 🙂
I always see that kids love Singapore and this reflects in your post too. Thanks for sharing a comprehensive guide on Singapore which covers each and every detail of kid-friendly places in Singapore. I would be referring to your post whenever I plan for Singapore with my children.
I did a solo trip to Singapore recently and loved every moment of it. What a beautiful place with so many things to do. Thanks for sharing this guide.
Singapore is so amazing places and a lot of
more things to explore. As per your trip Singapore is seems to be friendly place to visit with kids.
I don’t know about kids but I’d love to do some of these activities myself! The Rhapsody Garden looks absolutely stunning lit up at night! Thanks for sharing!
Jaz
Well, that’s HUGE guide for Singapore with kids. In my opinion this country-city is great for family trip. Sentosa island with all the attractions there is amazing choice to spend a day. I would also add Haw Par Villa park to the list. It is super colorful place which was built by Burmese businessmen to show children how life works :))) Thanks for the article!
Such a fantastic inspiration for me and my family! I would love to visit it all! Thanks!
Thanks for this blog post, it helps me a lot. I was just quite disappointed with Spectra Water and Light show, we’ve waited too long and it was not good as we expected
I like that you chose to focus on things to do with the kids here! I’ve never been to Singapore but it looks incredible.
Yeah, we travel with kids and love to find stuff that would entertain them as well. Love to help other families traveling with kids who want to explore Singapore.
Singapore sounds like a perfect place to visit with kids. There’s so much to see and do.
Yes, for sure. There is no dearth of activities that too a variety and the country is so neat and clean. Infact the Singapore airport in itself is a tourist destination.
So many great things to do in Singapore. I missed a lot of these when I was there last time, but will be sure to check these out for next time1
Oh absolutely, it’s so much fun to know about a destination and get inspired to visit again. Do let us know if you need any help.
Love this. Brings back such good memories of my time in Singapore. Would love to visit the trampoline park!
Glad the post let you cherish your beautiful time in Singapore. Such a small country with so much to do.
Wonderful write up! I am planning to visit Singapore soon… I absolutely cannot wait!
Thanks Ameena. Glad you found it helpful. Hop you hav a wonderful trip to Singapore. Do let us know if you need any more info.