10 Family-Friendly Things to Do In Singapore
Who says Singapore is boring?
Now that school’s out, it’s time to take a break, spend some quality family time and reward your kids for a job well done during this upcoming September holiday! But do you still have enough time to plan a trip overseas?
If your answer is no, read on to find out what you can do as a family without having to leave this Little Red Dot!
1. Bounce off the walls at a trampoline park
Want to have fun while working out? Well, just 10 minutes on the trampoline can let you burn off 42 calories!
AMPED Singapore is one of the biggest trampoline parks on the little red dot. With zones like the Ninja Warrior course and the dodgeball zones, challenge your kids and have fun without even realising that you are working out!
You don’t have to worry about your children hurting themselves because there are foam pits to cushion their landing! So just get ready to release your inner ninja as you bounce off the walls, leap off platforms and try out flips and somersaults!
Trampoline Parks in SIngapore:
BOUNCE Singapore
Cathay Cineleisure Orchard, 8 Grange Road, #09-01, Singapore 239695
Zoom Park Asia
200 Pandan Gardens, #01-14 609336
Katapult Katapult
81 Lorong Chencharu, #01-11 ORTO, Singapore 769198
AMPED
46 Kim Yam Road, The Herencia, #02-11 Singapore 239351
200 Jurong East Ave 1, Yo:Ha, Singapore 609789 (Level 2 Sports Hall)
2. Zipline to the beach with the whole family
Want to see one of the best views of Singapore? Zip down from a height of 75 metres and admire the views of the lush greenery and white sandy beach!
The MegaZip at Sentosa has 3 wire lines, so you can share the adrenaline rush or race down with your family! Don’t worry about the little ones missing out because they’ve kid-friendly options for you to ride with your children too!
Aside from MegaZip, you can also try the MegaJump and MegaWall where you leap off a platform 15 metres above the ground or go against gravity by climbing all the way up! With amazing ocean views of palm trees and white beaches, this leap and climb will definitely be an unforgettable experience for the entire family.
If you klook your tickets, you get to enjoy 2 activities for the price of 1! On top of MegaZip, choose between the MegaJump and the MegaWall to complete your high elements adventure.
Klook me to the MegaZip Experience!
Getting There: Take the Sentosa Express train from Vivocity and alight at the Beach station. Transfer to the free beach tram and alight at the 3rd stop.
Opening Hours: 11am-7pm
Klook Cost: S$45
3. Enjoy the views aboard the Singapore Flyer
If you want to view the best of Singapore’s skyline and spot architectural landmarks like the Merlion Park, Fullerton Bay or even the Changi Airport, you can’t miss a flight at the Singapore Flyer. You may take a look at the Klook Guide to the Singapore Flyer to find out the activities you can do there!
If you’re looking to pamper your family, why not opt for the premium flight packages and klook your tickets to enjoy either a glass of champagne or Singapore Sling (or a selection of non-alcoholic drinks for the kids) while enjoying the views in a V.I.P capsule? Simply flash your mobile e-voucher and skip the long queues!
Klook me on board the Singapore Flyer with drinks!
Getting There: Alight at Promenade Station (CC4) and take exit A, the Singapore Flyer will be a 5 minute walk away!
Opening Hours: 8:30am-10:30pm
Cost: S$33 (Normal); S$69 (Premium)
However, if you’re seeking a more adventurous family dayout, you may consider heading to Universal Studios Singapore (USS). Experienc7 Hollywood-themed zones, scream your lungs out on the roller coasters and dine at the themed restaurants! Check out Klook Guide to USS!
What’s more, you can klook your tickets for both attractions and enjoy a S$5 voucher for retail and dining in USS! Skip the queues by simply flashing your mobile e-voucher at the turnstiles!
Klook me to the Singapore Flyer and Universal Studios Singapore!
4. Spread your wings at iFLY
Is your child dreaming of flying like his favorite superheroes? You can make his dreams come true at iFLY!
Be trained by professional instructors and learn a trick or two before getting suited up in sky diving gear to defy gravitational force!
Can’t wake your kids up in the early morning? No more rushing when you klook your iFLY tickets! You can walk in anytime from 10am to 3pm.
P.S. Do note that you need to check in 1 hour before flight for your professional training slot!
Getting There: Take the Sentosa Express train from Vivocity and alight at the Beach station.
Opening Hours: 9.00am-9.30pm (except Wednesdays 11.00am-9.30pm)
Klook Cost: S$99
5. Let your imagination run wild at MOSH!
Does your kid love to draw? Singapore’s first ever digital theme park MOSH! is the perfect place to excite the little ones as his drawings come to life!
They’ll be amazed as the sea critters they’ve doodled leave the paper and appear on the digital aquarium screen! These sea critters will even interact with the other creatures on the screen!
In the Air Zone, children will also get to watch their paper planes come alive! From propeller planes to jumbo jets, each paper plane goes through a different journey depending on the distance travelled and force of contact. Bring your best moves to this motion sensor dance floor and activate stardust and fireworks, which will leave your kids cartwheeling across the floor the whole day!
Getting There: Take the Sentosa Express train from Vivocity and alight at the Beach station. Follow signs to Palawan Kidz City and take the escalator up to the 3rd floor.
Opening Hours: 10.00am-9.00pm
Klook Cost: S$18 (open-dated, meaning you can go any day you want!)
6. Relive your childhood at the Mint Museum of Toys
Calling all vintage toy lovers: the Mint Museum of Toys is the perfect place for you to spend the day reliving your childhood and sharing your love for old toys with your children! With toys from over 40 countries, this extensive collection is truly a paradise for both kids and adults.
Plus, since it is located conveniently in Bugis, it’ll be a great place to walk off the post lunch food coma!
Getting There: Take the MRT to Bugis station (Exit C) or Bras Basah station (Exit A) and it’s just a 10-minute walk away!
Opening hours: 9.30am-6.30pmKlook Cost: S$13 (open-dated, meaning you can go any day you want!)
Klook me to the MINT museum of Toys!
7. Escape from the City at Nature Kayaking
Want to escape from the hustle of the city and get your kids away from their gadgets? Head down to Singapore’s sister island Pulau Ubin to enjoy Mother Nature!
If you’re looking for a new and exciting way to explore Pulau Ubin, opt for the Nature Kayaking route. Don’t worry about getting lost at sea as you’ll be following certified instructors as they navigate you through the sea and mangroves! Just enjoy the tranquility of the mangroves and learn a thing or two about nature and the people living there.
Getting There: Take a bumboat from Changi Point Ferry Terminal to Pulau Ubin Island and look out for Ubin Adventures (Hut 34)
Opening Hours: 9.30 am or 1.30pm
Klook Cost: S$80
Klook me to Nature Kayaking at Pulau Ubin!
8. Unleash your inner masterchef at Tott!
Everyone loves a sweet treat, especially the little ones! Why not get their hands dirty and sign up for a culinary class where they learn how to make delicious desserts with lots of chocolate?
Tricks of The Trade (ToTT) is a culinary destination where you discover your inner masterchef at their cooking classes! For those who prefer something less sweet, they also have lessons for savory dishes like pasta and mashed potato cakes! You might just discover a new talent that you didn’t know your child had! Check out their schedule and decide which dish you’d like to learn!
Getting There: Take the MRT and Alight at Esplanade Station or Promenade Station and walk to Suntec City.
Operating Hours: Fri-Sat: 11:00am – 9:30pm | Sun-Thu 11:00am – 9:00pm
Cost: Vary
9. Fly a kite at the Marina Barrage
For the uninitiated, Marina Barrage is a dam built in central Singapore across the Marina East and Marina South channel. With the scenic Singapore skyline as a backdrop, the Marina Barrage green roof is paradise for kite flyers! Get your kids away from the television and have them run about on the green grass for a change.
You can even pack a picnic basket and spend the afternoon lounging away on a picnic mat as the little ones exhaust themselves running after their kites!
Getting there: Take bus 400 and alight at the bus stop in front of marina barrage!
Opening hours:
Mon- Fri 10.00am-6.30pm (closed on Tue)
Sat, Sun, PH 10am-8pm
Cost: Free
10. Play-pretend at KidZania
From firefighters to surgeons and even uniquely Singaporean occupations like a barbequed meat expert at Lim Chee Guan, your child have endless roleplaying options to explore. Besides learning the tricks of the trade they choose, they’ll also get to work with other children in other occupations!
At the end of the day, the kids can head to the KidZania bank to deposit their KidZania cash or use the money earned to take classes to improve their skills. This way, they’ll get to learn the value of money! These hands-on experiences may just uncover a new interest and also develop valuable life skills which can boost their confidence in chasing their dreams!
Getting there: Take the Sentosa Express train from Vivocity and alight at the Beach station. Follow signs to Palawan Kidz City
Opening hours: 10.00am-5.00pm
Klook cost: S$31 (open-dated, meaning go any day you want!)
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