Singapore is a vibrant city-state blending futuristic architecture, lush gardens, and diverse cultural neighborhoods. From the iconic Marina Bay Sands to historic hawker centres and world-class attractions, this island nation offers an unforgettable travel experience.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Singapore Zoo
Open-concept zoo with animals in naturalistic habitats and no visible cages. Orangutan encounters and animal shows are highlights for children of all ages.
Duration: 4-5 hours
Universal Studios Singapore
Southeast Asia's only Universal Studios park, with 24 rides across seven themed zones on Sentosa Island. The Transformers ride and Puss in Boots' Giant Journey are popular with younger children.
Duration: Full day
Adventure Cove Waterpark
Water theme park on Sentosa with a tropical wave pool, a lazy river, waterslides, and a snorkelling lagoon stocked with thousands of fish.
Duration: Half day to full day
Science Centre Singapore and KidsSTOP
Interactive science museum with over 1,000 hands-on exhibits, an Omni-Theatre IMAX dome, and a dedicated children's science zone for ages 0-8.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Canopy Park at Jewel Changi Airport
Rooftop park inside Changi Airport with a bouncing net, walking net, hedge maze, and mirror maze, set beside the world's tallest indoor waterfall.
Duration: 2-3 hours
MacRitchie TreeTop Walk
A forest hike through central Singapore's rainforest to a free-standing suspension bridge 25 metres above the jungle canopy, with frequent sightings of monkeys and monitor lizards.
Duration: 3 hours
S.E.A. Aquarium
One of the region's largest aquariums, with over 100,000 marine animals and a large Open Ocean viewing panel that draws children of all ages.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Shangri-La Singapore
Garden resort in the Orchard area with multiple pools, a children's pool, and a kids club set across spacious landscaped grounds.
Family features: Kids club, children's pool, garden grounds, connecting rooms available
Festive Hotel Sentosa
Family-oriented resort hotel on Sentosa Island, within walking distance of Universal Studios and Adventure Cove Waterpark.
Family features: Splash zone pool, kids club, family rooms, direct access to Sentosa attractions
Jen Singapore Tanglin by Shangri-La
Contemporary hotel near Orchard Road with two pools, spacious rooms, and connecting room options for families.
Family features: Two pools, family rooms, connecting rooms, near Orchard Road shopping and dining
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Hawker centres suit families with picky eaters well; Maxwell Food Centre and Newton Food Centre each offer dozens of stalls covering a wide range of tastes
Din Tai Fung locations at ION Orchard and Takashimaya have a children's menu and dumplings that most kids enjoy; budget SGD 30-50 for two adults and two children
Food courts inside VivoCity and Jewel Changi Airport offer air-conditioned comfort, high chairs, and diverse options for families with young children
Most restaurants welcome children, and nursing rooms are available at all major shopping malls
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Book popular attractions such as Universal Studios, Night Safari, and the Zoo online at least three to five days ahead to avoid sold-out dates and save 10-20%
Children under 90 cm travel free on the MRT and buses; useful when planning a transport budget for younger children
Schedule water park and outdoor activities for the morning (9 AM-12 PM) and indoor attractions during peak heat (12 PM-3 PM)
KK Women's and Children's Hospital at 100 Bukit Timah Road provides 24-hour paediatric emergency care
Bring a lightweight, foldable stroller; MRT stations and malls are covered, but distances between attractions can be long
Air conditioning indoors is very cold; pack a light jacket for children even in the tropical heat