Singapore with Kids

Our Local Expert Says:

The Singapore Zoo is a model example of the 'open zoo' concept, meaning the animals live in spacious open enclosures.

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The Singapore Zoo is regarded as one of the best zoos in the world, so a visit here is an absolute must for families, with 2,530 animals from 315 species housed within the 28 hectares. The zoo is set in a natural rainforest environment, and is a model example of an 'open zoo' concept. Old-fashioned cages are notably absent, and in their place animals dwell in spacious, landscaped enclosures separated from visitors by concealed moats, or glass-fronted enclosures.

A range of animal shows take place throughout the day, such as the Splash Safari Show, Elephants at Work and Play, and Rainforest Fights Back. Feeding times are also held at intervals throughout the day, meaning whatever time you visit you will be able to watch someone having their breakfast, lunch or dinner – be it a giraffe, gibbon or king cobra.

The highlight of the day though is undoubtedly the Jungle Breakfast with Wildlife – the only place in the world where you can breakfast with an orang utan!  The programme kicks off at 9am with an elephant bathing demonstration and then gives guests the opportunity to enjoy a breakfast of their own whilst getting up-close to animals such as tamarins, pythons and orang utans. (Advance bookings are recommended).

Our Local Expert Says:

A great day of family fun and laughter.

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Enter the thrilling world of movie magic as you "ride the movies®" on roller coasters and other movie-themed attractions. Be dazzled and delighted by an immersive entertainment experience that brings the silver screen to life. The first and only Universal Studios theme park in Southeast Asia, Universal Studios Singapore will feature 24 movie-themed rides and attractions, 18 of which are designed exclusively for Singapore (when fully operational).

Our Local Expert Says:

One of the best day's out for the family in Singapore.

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The beautifully presented 20 hectare Jurong Bird Park is the World's largest bird park, housing over 8,000 birds from more than 600 species.

Highlights include the African Waterfall Aviary, the world's largest walk-in aviary, with the world's tallest man-made waterfall. Its 35 metre-high netted ceiling allows the sunlight to stream through and the 1,500 brightly coloured birds plenty of space to fly around. The park also boasts the worlds' largest Lory flight aviary - The Lory Loft, which features suspension bridges, wooden walkways and the opportunity to feed the brightly coloured parrots.

Other firm favourites include Pelican Cove, featuring all 7 of the world's species of Pelican; the Hornbills and Toucans Exhibit, housing the world's largest collection of Southeast Asian hornbills; and the World of Darkness, which uses a simulated "moonlit night" to allow visitors to see night-active birds.

An air-conditioned monorail ride which gives panoramic views of the exhibits is perfect for tired little feet, while Penguin Feeding, the Birds of Pray Show, the Thunderstorm Experience and the Birds n Buddies Show all add to the fun.

A great day out for family fun. Please check the website for the most up-to-date admission rates.

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A great fun night-time experience for the whole family.

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The Night Safari is the world's first night-time wildlife park and is one of Singapore's most popular visitor attractions, with over 11 million visitors since it opened in 1994. The park is set within 40 hectares of lush secondary rainforest, and provides visitors with the unique experience of exploring wildlife in a tropical jungle at night. Subtle allows you to view over 1,000 nocturnal animals from 120 different species in their naturalistic habitat. The Night Safari uses the same open-zoo concept as the next-door Singapore Zoo, making for a thrilling visit, as visitors really feel like they are in amongst the animals.

The park is divided into eight geographical zones, which can be explored by tram and on foot via three walking trails. The 45-minute tram ride includes frequent stops and live on-board commentary ensuring you don't miss out on any of the animal highlights. Hop off the tram at three designated points to explore the walking trails, which allow you to wander at your leisure, taking in the sounds of the jungle as you go. Each trail can be covered in approximately 20 minutes.

One of the highlights of the Night Safari, particularly for children is the Creatures of the Night Show, where animals show off their prey-catching prowess and survival skills. Another show both children and adults will enjoy is the Bornean Tribal Performance, where tribal members from the rainforests of Borneo perform tribal dances, blowpipe demonstrations and fire-eating displays.

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One of the wackiest tours in Singapore, the DUCKtours is a fun way to check out the surroundings. Climb onto a converted war vessel at Suntec City, and set out on an exploration on road and water! The entertaining crew and interesting captain make sure you never know just what to expect next; you could be ambling down a road, tearing through woods or sailing along the water. Find out about the Harbor Tour, Civic District and the Singapore Heritage Tour. Tours depart hourly and the last one leaves at 6p. Check the website for details.

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Brought in from Thailand, the popular pink dolphins here are so-named because their skin turns pink as they mature. The six dolphins are housed in a 4.5-meter deep seawater tank that resembles their natural habitat. Besides watching the dolphins' performances, you can also enter the waist-deep pool and stroke them (under the watchful eyes of the trainer, of course!). Children under 0.9 meters (3 feet) tall should not enter the pool alone. Additional charges for access into Sentosa appy.

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Sentosa, home to the Resorts World Casino and Universal Studios is also where to head to if you want to spend the day on the beach.  Lining the southern side of Sentosa Island – Siloso, Palawan and Tanjong are popular hangouts for locals and visitors alike, especially at weekends when all beaches become particularly crowded with sun-worshippers and beach-sport lovers. The beaches are home to several bars, restaurants, shops, hotels and tourist attractions, meaning you can happily while away an entire day or week here. A leisurely stroll from one end of Siloso Beach to the far-end of Tanjong Beach will take you around two to three hours and there are plenty of refreshment opportunities on the way. Free beach trams run the length of the beaches if your weary legs won't carry you back again.

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A part of the beautiful and popular island resort Sentosa in Singapore, the Sentosa Luge & Skyride offers the most thrilling, fun-filled and exciting experiences in the city. Relive the experience of the Singapore tobaggon through the luge in the Imbiah Lookout. Feel all the excitement and exhilaration build up as you cruise along the 650 meters pave track on which the ride runs. The sky ride offers an equally thrilling experience. Enjoy the scenic views of Singapore city and the skyline.

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Underwater World on Sentosa is home to more than 2,500 fish and sea creatures from 250 species, and is one of Singapore's most popular attractions for families. Highlights include the Touch Pool, where you can feel your way around colourful starfish, smooth-skinned stingrays and rough-skinned bamboo sharks; Ray of Fun, where you can stroke and hand-feed five different species of rays; and Jelly World, where changing coloured lights will have you transfixed by these graceful floating creatures glowing in the dark.

The pièce de resistance however is The Tunnel, with its travelator that winds through an 83 metre acrylic tunnel. Hop on to admire an impressive array of fish, eels, rays and sharks as they swim overhead and around you. Feeding times are spaced throughout the day so you can catch the fish in feeding frenzy action – especially popular is shark feeding time in the Reef and Ocean Colonies.

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Songs Of The Sea is a musical which takes place every night at Singapore's popular island resort Sentosa. It replaced the famous 'Musical Fountain Show' in 2007 and since then, has been mesmerizing its patrons with nightly performances including magnificent song and dance performances. The musical extravaganza features beautiful performances along with scintillating dramatic effects and takes pride in being the only show in the world that is permanently set on sea. The talents of some of the best artists and actors are woven together to create a splendid show which attracts tourists from the world over. A must-see in Singapore.