Singapore Packing List for Family (All Seasons)

If you’re planning a trip to Singapore with family and are confused about what to pack and whatnot, this ultimate Singapore packing guide will come to your rescue. It includes all the packing tips and tricks based on my insider knowledge of Singapore.

Check out our Singapore Travel Guide for essential information before planning a trip.

Singapore Packing Guide

Weather in Singapore

Singapore has no distinct season.

It enjoys tropical weather, which keeps it hot and humid, with recurrent rain showers throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 25°C to 31°C.

• Wettest Month – November
• Coolest Month – January
• Warmest Month – April

Learn more about Singapore’s weather and climate here.

The indoor temperatures (malls, restaurants, and cafes) are likely colder because of air conditioning.

What to Pack for Singapore

Packing for Singapore is easy and rarely changes, as the weather remains relatively consistent year-round.

Here, I’ve listed all the Singapore travel essentials to make packing for Singapore super-easy for you guys. Plus, you can download the FREE printable packing checklist so you pack every essential item before leaving home and stay organized.

Pro-Tip: Pack Light. Like, really light. Less is more – make this your mantra while packing.

Travel Documents

• Passport and Visa
• Travel Insurance Documents
• Hotel Booking Vouchers
• Flight Tickets
• Rental Car Documents
• Guided Tours Vouchers
• Print-outs of each document

Packing Accessories

Suitcase or Trolley

We’d recommend a lightweight, water- and wear-resistant trolley suitcase with 360-degree spinner wheels. Our travels have absolutely transformed since we shifted to the Delsey Polycarbonate 4W Trolley.

As a family traveler, I prefer and recommend wheeled luggage over a backpack any day.

Consider buying a waterproof luggage cover. It protects your luggage from wear and tear and rain. Also, a luggage tag comes in handy if you are checking in luggage. Even if you are not, tagging your suitcase or bag gives much-needed protection.

For backpackers, we suggest the Osprey Farpoint. It’s lightweight and rigid, with a comfortable fit. A stowaway harness and hip belt keep it safe. You’d need a rain cover for your backpack.

Packing Organizers

They are lifesavers. Trust me. It’s so easy to segregate clothes. Just roll them and stack them. Finding the right outfit is super easy without crushing the rest of the items in the suitcase. Plus, they efficiently maximize the space in your bag.

You can pack the underclothes in packing cubes, and use packing folders for clothes that crumple or wrinkle easily.

Compression sacks also help save space in the luggage.

Shoe sleeves or travel shoe bags are a great way to pack and store your dirty shoes.

Your packing arsenal is incomplete without Ziploc bags. The multi-purpose reusable, leak-proof, clear bags can store almost anything – snacks, cosmetics, toiletries, jewelry, chargers, cables, wet soap, leaky products, and used clothes. In short, you can’t travel without them.

Packing Carryon

Because you need the basics with you all the time, you can’t open your luggage just because.

Also, you need a personal carry-on travel backpack to keep your valuables and documents safe.

Anti-theft Crossbody

A crossbody bag is a must. Easy to carry, it serves as a multipurpose bag for sightseeing and exploring. You can keep all your important documents, cash, and cards safe in here.

We have been using the Travelon Anti-theft Classic Messenger Bag for a while, and it’s the coolest one I’ve ever had.

Canvas Pouches

Small pouches like this one come in handy for organizing and storing your essentials and accessories in your luggage.

Dryer Sheets or Fabric Softener

You don’t want your luggage to stink from dirty clothes or laundry you can’t wash. Keep a dryer sheet in your suitcase or carry-on, so your luggage always smells fresh.

Daypack

Bring a light daypack so you can carry stuff like a water bottle, umbrella, and camera easily while you move about on public transport and around the city.

I’ve been using an ultra-lightweight, packable daypack by Osprey for some time now, and the results have been fantastic.

This daypack is waterproof, wear-resistant, super light, and folds into its own sack.

If you are a freelancer or blogger like me and travel with camera gear and a laptop, a daypack rain cover is vital.

Travel Accessories for Singapore

Rain Gear

Singapore is infamous for random downpours. It sees rain showers almost every month, with a good amount of rain from November through January.

Even when the weather seems clear and sunny, it starts raining out of nowhere. So, you gotta be ready for the brief splash of rain.

You need to bring rain gear regardless of the month you are traveling to Singapore, as sudden torrential tropical downpours are common.

Pack a small, compact, folded umbrella. It not only protects you from the rain but also from the harsh sun. A water-resistant light jacket protects against drenching rain.

We all (hubby, I, and mini-me) have Columbia waterproof rain jackets and love them. My girl is currently using the Columbia Girls’ Switchback II Waterproof Jacket and a Jellyuu Rain Poncho.

I can’t stress enough that a rain cover (for your daypack and backpack) and/or waterproof luggage cover are essential when traveling to Singapore, where it rains now and then.

Sun-safe Gear

Don’t forget to pack your best sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat/cap to protect you and your kids from Singapore’s intense, infamous sun.

I always opt for Two Peas Organics’ natural and organic sunscreen/sunblock with multi-spectrum protection for myself, hubby, and a kid-friendly sunscreen by Thinkbaby for mini-me.

Reapply the sunblock after a dip in the pool.

If you’re planning to take on surfing in Singapore, check out the best sunscreen for surfers.

I always pack an organic aloe vera gel to soothe sunburn or rashes when traveling with kids.

Swim Gear

How can you forget the swimwear? After all, enjoying the sun and sand at Sentosa’s beautiful beaches is one of the best things to do in Singapore.

A sarong is again an essential swimwear element. I bought a few from our trip to Sri Lanka and, since then, have been hooked on them.

Mini-me loves her mermaid print swimsuit.

Carry a wet bag to pack your wet swimsuits.

Eco-friendly Water Bottle

Singapore’s hot, humid weather requires you to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated while exploring the country.

I’d like you to bring an eco-friendly reusable water bottle. Let’s do our bit to save our environment.

Please don’t buy plastic water bottles. They are hell costly and hurt our environment big time.

There are water coolers installed at train stations and buildings to fill your bottles for free.

We recommend an Eco-Friendly Collapsible Water Bottle that fits easily in your suitcase.

Our other favorite eco-friendly water bottles are the Simpl bamboo fiber water bottle tumbler and the Tree Tribe stainless steel water bottle.

Money Belt

Singapore, though quite a safe city, is a necessity to keep your money and important documents secure. After all, you’re in a foreign country. We recommend the Alpha Keeper Travel Mobile Waist Bag and Money Belt with RFID Security.

Stroller

Unlike other Asian countries, Singapore is very accessible when traveling with young kids. It’s stroller-friendly almost everywhere, including public transportation.

MRT stations have escalators and lifts.

We recommend this ultra-lightweight, foldable stroller from Kolcraft, as it’s easy to carry and has excellent storage capacity.

Ah! And don’t forget to buy a stroller rain cover.

Travel Neck Pillow

The tiredness of a flight can affect your travel plans once you reach your destination. Don’t let that happen. Take a much-needed nap while flying with a good-quality travel neck pillow.

Eyemask

And the eye mask is another essential item to enjoy a nap while flying. You can even personalize an eye mask for your kids. How cool is that?

Earplugs

Obviously, you can’t get a good nap or a good night’s sleep without one. Earplugs help reduce noise while traveling on a bus, train, or plane.

We recommend the Tallgo cervical soft memory foam neck pillow for 15+ hours of comfortable flight travel for adults, while the SpecialYou cute unicorn neck U-shape pillow is for little ones.

Travel Gadgets for Singapore

Universal Travel Adaptor

Singapore works on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz frequency. They use G-type power plugs and sockets.

An International Travel Adaptor is vital, especially when traveling from a country with a different socket and plug style.

We recommend the EPICKA Universal Travel Adaptor.

Multiple Charging Station

Whether you travel solo or as a family, you’ll need to charge more than one device at some point. Trust me, I’ve been there and done that.

Thus, it’s always better to carry multiple charging stations. It makes life easier while traveling.

We recommend the Veebon Multi-Port Mobile Wall Charger.

Portable Charger or Power Bank

What if your phone or camera battery is low and you can’t charge it? How would you make memories? I mean, take pictures.

Yes, my friend, you’d need a portable charger or a power bank then. So, pack it now.

Don’t have it? Buy it here.

Camera

Of course, a good camera is all you need to bring those beautiful memories back home. Buying the best camera and camera gear is an investment.

We are using the Sony RX100 VII Compact Camera and its awesomeness. It’s small, easy to carry, gives high-quality shots, and is perfect for travel bloggers, photographers, and families who travel a lot.

Bring some extra micro SD cards. Singapore is utterly Instagram-worthy!

Laptop

If you work while you travel, you certainly need to pack your portable office setup. MacBook Air and Dell XPS 13 are the best portable travel laptops. Microsoft Surface Pro 4 is also a good alternative.

Make sure you use a laptop sleeve or a laptop bag to protect your laptop.

USB Stick

Carry a USB drive to keep the documents.

Memory Card Case

So you can store camera memory cards or SIM cards when not in use. This one’s in my arsenal right now!

Kindle

Do you love reading while relaxing on the beach or in flight? Then you gotta carry your Kindle.

Headphones

Listening to music while traveling is a great way to enhance the journey. Soundcore by Anker is mini-me’s favorite presently.

Personal Care Items: Cosmetics and Toiletries

There are a plethora of stores and pharmacies in Singapore that cater to all your cosmetic and toiletry needs, so don’t overpack.

Empty Containers

Buy the travel-size empty containers to store shampoo, conditioner, body wash, body cream, face cream, and other toiletries.

Toiletry Bag

Pick the right toiletry bag to store all your toiletries. I’m currently using the eBags Classic Pack-it-Flat Toiletry Kit and am pretty satisfied with it.

Toothpaste and Toothbrush

Do pack travel-sized toothpaste and toothbrush. Keep the kids’ version too.

Shaving Gear

My husband carries a Braun Electric Razor while traveling.

Comb or Hair Brush

A no-brainer, of course. Comb or hairbrush, whatever you like, or both.

Hair Accessories

I have a daughter who loves to dress up. So packing her hair clips, headbands, and elastic bands to match her clothes is a must.

Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower Gel, Body Cream, and Face Cream

You can buy them there, but I always recommend keeping travel-sized sachets or filling travel-size empty containers. Dry shampoo works best. I carry Rice Water Shampoo and Conditioner bar by Mimosu.

Lip Balm

Another essential in my purse is my lip balm. I can’t do without my Burt’s Bees or Nivea lip balm.

Instant Stain Remover

I always carry one (just in case). The Tide To Go pen is easy to use and carry.

Insect Repellant or Bug Spray

Bring a small bottle of insect repellent. You’ll need it if trekking/hiking is on your mind, and it also comes in handy during the Night Safari Adventure.

I’d suggest a 100% natural insect repellent for kids. You can use mosquito patches for toddlers.

Hand Sanitizer

We recommend Purell Hand Sanitizer with Jelly Wrap Carrier and Noshinku Pocket Hand Sanitizer. I keep one hanging on my crossbody at all times.

The spray version is also good.

For men and women, this Sanitizing Hand & Body Cream is also a nice option. It’s a combination of a sanitizer and moisturizer.

Face Wipes

Believe you me, you’ll need them in Singapore’s humid weather. We recommend Simple Cleansing Face Wipes because they keep your skin looking fresh all day.

Wet Wipes

This is a no-brainer for traveling with babies. We suggest you buy WaterWipes Sensitive Baby Wipes.

Travel Towel

A compact, quick-dry, skin-friendly, and lightweight towel is vital. Rainleaf Microfiber Towel is a perfect choice.

Deodorants and Antiperspirants

Of course, you don’t want the inelegant wet and smelly armpits. You don’t know what the weather in Singapore can do to you.

Bring deodorant/or perfume, and antiperspirant.

Remember, deodorants and antiperspirants aren’t interchangeable. Deodorant controls odor while antiperspirant blocks sweating.

Check out our favorite deodorants and antiperspirants for men and women.

Buy a refillable fragrance atomizer rather than carrying the entire bottle of perfume.

Tissues

Keep a travel pack of tissues in your handbag or crossbody, just in case.

Nail Cutter and Nail Filer

Keep them, just in case. We carry this travel-sized nail clipper kit.

Clothing: What to wear in Singapore

Singaporeans dress the same way as Westerners do. They are liberal and open when it comes to fashion. So, you can wear whatever you like according to the weather.

Casual, Comfortable, and Light Clothes

Pack thin, cool, lightweight, breathable, and ultra-comfortable clothes. I always recommend organic cotton or bamboo fabric apparel for summer destinations like Singapore.

The choice of fabric matters a lot here. It should be light and easily dry.

Cotton T-shirts, skirts, dresses, shorts, and capris work best. You can keep denim, trousers, and long pants for t-shirts and tops. I love Ecopper’s casual cotton trousers.

Some of my favorites in dresses include the Pure Cotton Bohemian Floral Dress from YESNO and the A-Line Seersucker Dress made of 100% breathable organic cotton from Hope & Henry.

Hubby and I love bamboo clothing. They are so comfortable and smooth that you won’t realize you’re wearing something. Absolutely magical.

Bamboo fabric apparel is breathable, comfortable, and eco-friendly. A way forward lies in choosing more environmentally friendly options.

Our favorite Sustainable and Ultra-Comfortable Bamboo apparel brands are Boody, Spun Bamboo, and Cariloha.

Settle on lighter-colored clothing as they not only reflect the heat but also look calmer and softer on the eyes. I personally love pastel colors. They make a perfect choice for the summertime vacation.

My daughter loves her Pastel Green Polka Dot Dress, White Cold Shoulder Dress, and Pastel Pink Dress.

Take care of what you wear while visiting Buddhist temples in Singapore. You should dress modestly. Just make sure you’ve at least one outfit for visiting temples. You’d need to cover your head, shoulders, and knees when visiting Buddhist, Indian, and Muslim temples and mosques. This is true for both men and women.

The scarf comes in handy while visiting temples in Singapore, where you’re required to cover your head. Men can use a handkerchief or carry a buff.

We recommend this hidden-pocket scarf that keeps cash safe while still covering the head.

Formal or Nice Clothing

Pack one nice outfit (smart casual) and Oxfords for night outs or fine dining. You see, Singaporeans love to dress up.

Warm Clothing

As conflicting as it may sound, packing a cardigan or a light sweater to keep you warm when indoors is a must.

Temperatures can drop as low as 10 degrees Celsius inside attractions like S.E.A. Aquarium, Cloud Forest, and Flower Dome. Pack sweatshirts for kids.

Sports Bra

I prefer a breathable, wonderfully comfortable sports bra to a regular bra. My favorite is the Fruit of the Loom Women’s Spaghetti Strap Pullover Sports Bra.

Footwear

Sensible Shoes

A pair of snuggly, light sneakers serves a purpose, as Singapore requires you to walk a lot.

Buy our favorite New Balance cushioned sneakers for men, casual and light sneakers for women by Sketchers, and water-friendly, ultra-light, and breathable sneakers for kids by Crocs. My girl also loves her rainbow-lighting sneakers.

Please read our detailed posts on the best travel shoes for women and for kids.

Comfortable Sandals and Flip-Flops

Pack a pair of Flip-flops or comfortable flat sandals for days when you don’t feel like wearing sneakers. After all, your feet need to breathe. We love Everlane and Sandalup for flats.

Medications

Though you can buy general painkillers or antipyretics, it’s always a good idea to pack a few basic medicines when traveling with kids. Also, keep all the prescriptions for the drugs you are carrying.

You must buy a travel first-aid kit to keep necessary medications, a thermometer, anti-itch cream, band-aids, tweezers, etc.

Hope our amazing Singapore Packing List helps you pack like a pro for your trip.