School’s out, fun’s in! Looking for activities during the school holidays? Well, you don’t always have to go overseas.
There are many places in Singapore that you can bring your kids to for a whale of fun during the school holidays!
1. Adventure Cove Waterpark – Bubble Fiesta
Adventure Cove Waterpark at Resorts World Sentosa will be holding the biggest water park bubble festival in town, Bubble Fiesta (1 Jun – 11 Aug), to beat the heat in Singapore.
Over at Bluwater Bay, guests can play with both waves and bubbles at the Bubble Rave.
Together with DJ Dispensary, kids can try their hand at being a deejay (DJ) every Friday to Sunday and on 17 Jun, from 11 am to 3 pm. With live DJ beats and a flurry of bubbles from giant bubble potions, this is a wave pool party that your children will love.
Tickets start from S$40/Adult and S$33/Child. You’ll get admission to Adventure Cove Waterpark, the eight zones of bubble-themed activities, and a free Bubble Rainbow Twirler.
8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
Daily: 10am – 5pm
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2. S.E.A. Aquarium – Ocean Fest 2024
Ocean Fest 2024 by S.E.A. Aquarium at Resorts World Sentosa is back for its fifth run this year (20 May – 19 Jul). Themed Righting the Future, this year’s edition spotlights the often-overlooked species in local waters to foster understanding of underwater ecosystems.
We’ve got the perfect game for your little one: the Marine Conservation Quest, a fun pinball-inspired cardboard installation. In this simplified edition of the nostalgic arcade game, players get the opportunity to direct aquatic animals away from an ocean of rubbish.
Admission to Ocean Fest 2024: Righting the Future is included as part of regular admission to S.E.A. Aquarium. Tickets retail from S$41/Adult and S$31/Child.
8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
Daily: 10am – 6pm
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3. Night Safari’s 30th Anniversary
Speaking of animals, the Singapore Night Safari is celebrating its 30th anniversary from 24 May – 8 Sep. Check out NS30 Exclusive: Animal Feeding, a favourite amongst children.
Catch the Night Safari’s 3 resident nocturnal inhabitants (Indian Rhino, Sloth Bear and Clouded Leopard) when they are awake during feeding time. Enrich your children’s knowledge of these majestic creatures through the insightful presentation from keepers.
A paired ticket for an adult with a child will set you back by S$60 from 24 May to 23 Jun.
Alternatively, you can combine adult + adult or child + child for the same price of S$60.
80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826
+65 6360 8672
Daily: 7.15pm – 12am
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4. KidzWorld at Singapore Zoo
Are your kids not nocturnal creatures? Early birds should check out the KidzWorld – Home of the Ranger Buddies at the Singapore Zoo.
Opened last year, the one-hectare wildlife park sparks a feeling of marvel for wildlife through interactions in close proximity and immersive play.
Sign up for the Rangers Buddies Quest, designed for children between the ages of 4 – 10. It is a unique park experience that enables children to learn more about animals through reward-based missions. These include roleplay, guided tours and sensory activities.
Admission to KidzWorld is included in your Singapore Zoo ticket. An adult ticket (for local residents) starts from S$44.10. A child ticket (aged 3 -12) begins from S$30.60.
80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826
+65 6269 3411
Daily: 8.30am – 6pm
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5. KidZania at Sentosa
Haven’t been to KidZania Singapore for a while? Check it out, as it has recently reopened!
Located at Sentosa Island, the indoor attraction is a child-size replica city that spans 7,600 square metres over 2 floors. It allows children between the ages of 4 and 17 to explore more than 60 different occupations, ranging from doctors to pilots through role-play.
Check out KidZania Singapore’s new partner establishments (there are a whopping 34 of them!). These include fashion chain H&M, Malaysia Airlines and e-commerce giant Shopee.
Ticket fees start at S$29 for toddlers, S$60 for children aged 4 – 17, and S$37 for adults.
31 Beach View Road, #01-01/02 Sentosa Island, Singapore 098008
Daily (Except Wed): 10am – 6pm, Wed: Closed
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6. Children’s Museum – Into the Hawkerverse
Don’t want to splurge over the holidays? Check out the latest exhibition by the Children’s Museum, “Into the Hawkerverse“. Children get free admission while adults pay S$10.
The festival revolves around hawker culture, Singapore’s first inscription to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation’s (UNESCO) culture list in 2020.
Created with feedback from children, the exhibition aims to enrich kids’ understanding and appreciation of our unique hawker culture through multisensory and object-based learning.
23-B Coleman Street, Singapore 179807
+65 6337 3888
Tues – Sun: 9am – 5.45pm, Monday: Closed
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7. Museum of Ice Cream Singapore
If your child has a sweet tooth, check out the Museum of Ice Cream Singapore. Opened in 2021, it is found within a 60,000-square-foot colonial barracks in the Dempsey precinct.
Does your child like playing in sand? He or she can play in the sprinkle pool. Your kid will also be able to learn about ice cream and its history across multi-sensory art installations.
Weekday tickets start from S$35 while weekend tickets start from S$45. Children below the age of 2 enjoy free admission. Reservations are required for admission to the museum.
100 Loewen Road, Singapore 248837
Thu – Sun: 10 am – 9 pm, Mon – Wed: 10 am – 6 pm
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8. SkyPark by Kiztopia at Orchard Cineleisure
Does your child like engaging in physical activity during the school holidays? If so, you might want to head down to SkyPark by Kiztopia nestled in the bustling Orchard area.
SkyPark is an 8,000-square-feet indoor play park designed for those above 6 years old. Besides vertical gyms and a ball pit, SkyPark is equipped with party rooms for families to celebrate special anniversaries, promising an inclusive adventure for all, regardless of age.
A child ticket for a 1 hour-long session is priced at S$22.80. An adult ticket costs S$15.
From 8 May to 31 Dec, POSB Everyday Cardmembers enjoy 20% OFF Single Entry tickets with promo code <<POSB20OFF>>.
8 Grange Road, #04-04/05 Orchard Cineleisure, Singapore 239695
+65 8201 0393
Sun – Thu: 10am – 8pm, Fri & Sat: 10am – 9pm
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9. ROAR! Dinosaur Adventure Park 2.0
Is your little one a fan of dinosaurs? Check out ROAR! Dinosaur Adventure Park 2.0. It will be making its comeback at Let’s Play @ Marina Square from 12 Apr – 30 Jun 2024.
Let’s Play has various dinosaur theme attractions. Ride on an adventure car and befriend every single dinosaur in the forest. Or go on a dinosaur ride, jump into the ball pit and have fun on the inflatables. Or dig up dinosaur fossils in the sand like a palaeontologist!
An off-peak ticket (Mon – Thu) costs S$31 while a peak ticket (Fri – Sun & eves of public holidays) is priced at S$35. Children 8 years and below must be accompanied by an adult throughout. PASSION Card members enjoy 10% off the price of their admission tickets.
8 Grange Road, #04-04/05 Orchard Cineleisure, Singapore 239695
+65 6348 5555
Sun – Thu: 10am – 8pm, Fri & Sat: 10am – 9pm
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10. LOST SG
LOST SG is a high-tech, well-raved 60-minute escape room game in Singapore where players crack their heads to escape from a locked room. Even the smallest detail could be a clue to help you unravel another part of the mystery or be the eventual key to your escape.
Their 2500 square feet outlet at GR.iD has 5 unique escape room games. Go with the beginner-friendly Alcatraz 2.0, suitable for kids. The Raven Claw gang must gather their bravery and wit to decipher enigmatic hints and devise a bold scheme to escape from jail.
Children aged 6 and below can play for free when accompanied by a paying adult. Those above 6 years old have to pay an off-peak fee (weekdays, 10 am – 5.30 pm) of S$23.90/pax or a peak fee (all other timings & eves of public holidays) of S$29.90/pax.
1 Selegie Rd, B1-03/04 GR.iD (GR.iD Singapore), Singapore 188306
+65 6717 1688 / +65 6255 0095
Daily: 10am – 9.30pm
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11. The Xperience at Clarke Quay
1 location, 3 exciting experiences by The X Agency – The Xperience combines good food, good vibes and good fun for an all-encompassing activity during the June school holidays.
The recently-opened 10,000 square feet air-conditioned pop-up space that will be around till 31 Jul 2024 is conveniently situated in Singapore’s iconic riverfront lifestyle destination.
If your little one has never skated before, you might want to give their beginner-friendly Rollermania 4.0 Forest Rink a go. Classes are available for various skill levels and are taught by world-class coaches, including former regional skating champion Law Kum Seng.
Kids under the age of 3 get free admission. An adult peak ticket (Mon – Thu) is priced at S$24/pax while a peak ticket (all other timings & eve of public holiday) costs S$28/pax.
Clarke Quay, Block B, #01-01, 3 River Valley Road, Singapore 179024
+65 6631 9931
Sun – Thu (12pm – 10pm), Fri & Sat (12pm – 2pm)
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12. Chaos Lab at Changi Airport
Opened last year, Chaos Lab is the perfect place for your creative little ones to have fun creating while playing. Explore a slime station, a neon graffiti wall, a ball pit, and more!
A child ticket (aged between 3 – 10) is priced at S$25.00. Children below 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult (defined as above 11 years old). Adults pay $9 for entry.
Children between the ages of 0-2 get free admission.
Changi Airport Terminal 2, 60 Airport Blvd., #03-03 Level 3, 819643
Daily (9am – 9pm)
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13. Anti-Villain League (AVL) Academy at Suntec
If your child is a fan of minions, check out the Anti-Villain League (AVL) Academy (23 May – 14 Jul) that will make him go bananas. It is held at Suntec Atrium, Tower 1 and 2.
Inspired by the release of Despicable Me 4 in cinemas on 4 Jul, fans will get to dive into an action-packed adventure to earn their coveted badges as agents of the Anti-Villain League.
While admission is free, shoppers who spend at the retail pop-up can stand to receive a Despicable Me 4 pencil case or messenger bag and redeem vouchers on the Suntec + App.
Suntec+ App members can register their children aged 3 – 12 for an adventure to complete missions and attain their AVL badges, along with the chance to bring home exclusive swag.
Participants will put their physical and mental skills to the test, taking on trials inspired by the Minion Mayhem, from Fart Blasters to dodging laser tripwires and inflatable obstacles.
3 Temasek Boulevard, Singapore 038983
+65 6337 2888
Daily: 10am – 10 pm
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14. Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas
Is your little one raring to leave Singapore for an activity during the school holidays? Go to Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, a family-friendly destination in Johor, Malaysia.
Young adventurers can begin exploring with the daily Desaru Beach Life & Tidepool Discovery – a tranquil 90-minute walk along the sandy shore led by the resort’s Resident Naturalist. Kids will see the receding of the tide as it unravels the hidden world of tiny shore dwellers – sand bubbler crabs, moon snails, and bigger crustaceans and molluscs.
Aspiring birdwatchers will love the dedicated Birdwatching Walk. Those keen on the lively tapestry of indigenous plants can join the daily Resort Nature Walk. Furthermore, the artistry of batik comes to life in the resort’s new lessons designed for young creatives.
All activities are free for resort guests.
Persiaran Pantai, Desaru Coast, 81930 Bandar Penawar, Johor, Malaysia
+60 7 828 0888
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15. LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort’s BRICK FEST
Just in time for the June school holidays, young adventurers can experience the magic of LEGO bricks coming alive at LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort’s BRICK FEST event (21 May to 22 Sep). Expect a thrilling 3-month LEGO extravaganza filled with adventures for all ages.
If your little one likes race-cars, visit the Racer’s Workshop. There, build custom LEGO racers before testing them on thrilling tracks. Guests can also contribute to building a massive LEGO domino trail and watch it all come down in a spectacular chain reaction.
A 1-day theme park ticket starts from S$56.91 per adult and S$48.36 per child/senior.
7, Persiaran Medini Utara 3, 79100 Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia
+60 7-597 8888
Daily: 10am – 6pm, Wed: Closed
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