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10 Awesome Things To Do With Your Kids In Singapore
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Looking to make the most of your weekends with your children? There are loads of places in Singapore for the whole family to have some good fun. You might want to enjoy a weekend staycation at a family-friendly hotel, or maybe you prefer to take your children to enjoy exciting sports, cultural activities or nature.
If you're looking for a fun-filled family weekend, take a look at GET.com's list of 10 awesome things to do with your kids and you'll discover that there are so many ways to have fun in Singapore without spending a lot of money.
1. Head To The Museums
The young ones will enjoy exploring the Singapore Discovery Centre, equipped with its interactive exhibits and quizzes which will enthuse and educate them about Singapore's history.
Another museum popular with children is the Science Centre, where they can learn about the human body, the earth and the solar system. There's more than enough to see and do – there are more than 1000 exhibits and one visit won't be enough to see them all!
2. Have A Day Of Fun At An Amusement Park
Kids would definitely love to spend the day at Adventure Cove Waterpark, which has 7 thrilling water slides and Riptide Rocket, the first hydro-magnetic coaster in Southeast Asia. There's a ride for everyone!
Universal Studios Singapore is split into 7 movie-themed zones, complete with exciting rides and interesting attractions. Younger kids would enjoy character appearances and gentler rides in the Far Far Away and Madagascar zones.
The biggest water theme park in Singapore, Wild Wild Wet, has thrilling, gentle and kiddie rides. A perfect place to have fun on a sweltering hot day!
3. Go Kite-Flying
Marina Barrage, Singapore's biggest and most urbanised catchment, is most well-known for its status as a lifestyle attraction. The roof is perfect for kite-flying and is popular with kite-flying hobbyists. It's also a great spot to have a picnic!
Located on the waterfront, the wind at West Coast Park makes it a great spot for flying a kite. If your kids get bored quick, there's always the multiple playgrounds!
Another good place for kite-flying is Sembawang Park, which faces the straits of Johor. The resultant breezy conditions make it well-suited for kite-flying.
4. Saddle Up And Go For A Trot
At Gallop Stable, you and your kids can take up horse-riding lessons. Children over 3 years old can enjoy short pony rides. There's even pony feeding!
Adults and children can take up horse-riding lessons at the National Equestrian Centre. Kids from 3 to 5 years old can participate in a pony playgroup, during which kids will interest themselves in everything about ponies.
5. Meet The Animals
In between the Night Safari and the Singapore Zoo is the River Safari, Asia's first and only river-themed zoo. Kids will love the riverboat rides, the Giant Panda Forest and animal exhibits showcasing 10 distinct ecosystems.
The Night Safari is the world's first nocturnal zoo and is home to more than 2500 animals, some of which are of endangered species. Unlike the other conventional zoos and animal parks, kids will learn more about the nocturnal creatures in this atypical zoo.
Kids will delight in the countless animal exhibits, shows and feedings at the Singapore Zoo. There's even a dedicated area for children – Rainforest Kidzworld, which has a playground, Kampung House and farm animals.
Jurong Bird Park is the largest bird park in the world, with a large number of exhibits boasting 400 species and amusing bird shows. Kids will marvel at the High Flyers Show, which has the biggest number of performing birds in a single act in the world.
6. Explore An Oceanarium
Besides zoos, children can also learn about marine animals. There are also adventures available that allow you and your children to experience swimming with dolphins or diving with sharks.
The Marine Life Park houses the Adventure Cove Waterpark and the S.E.A. Aquarium. It features the biggest oceanarium in the world. Kids will love the highlights - the huge collection of manta rays and the Open Ocean tank.
7. Visit A Nature Park
Kids can learn about our rich biodiversity and discover the importance of Singapore's green spaces at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, our first ASEAN Heritage Park. You might even spot shorebirds or waders during the migratory season as it is part of the East Asian-Australasian Shorebird Site Network.
The Singapore Botanic Gardens is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the main attraction being the National Orchid Garden. Children can find out more about our flora and fauna at the SBG Heritage Museum and CDL Green Gallery.
Take a stroll with your kids along Gardens By The Bay and enjoy the picturesque scenery of the Flower Dome, Cloud Forest, Supertree Grove, Children's Garden and the conservatories.
8. Experience A Different Climate
Take your kids to Snow City to have a taste of what winter feels like in sunny Singapore – indoors! Children will love the snow playground, storytelling corner and the adorable mascots.
9. Have A Taste Of Local Farm Life
At Farmart Centre, you and your kids can go on educational farm tours and learn more about farming in Singapore. Kids will delight in feeding the animals and getting up close to the adorable farm animals, like rabbits, hamsters and goats.
There are also educational farm tours at Hays Dairies, the only goat farm in Singapore. During these tours, you and your kids can see the milking process of the goats and have a taste of goat milk!
Or, have a relaxing day at Aero-Green Technology, which has a wide variety of plants, vegetables and fruits. There are educational tours that will teach your kids more about aeroponics and organic farming, as well as the various types of plants and their applications.
10. Frolic On The Beach
There are three beaches on Sentosa – Palawan Beach, Siloso Beach and Tanjong Beach. Kids can play beach volleyball or other games on Siloso Beach. You can have a picnic on the beach, or enjoy the food outlets along the beach.
East Coast Park is another popular place to unwind. Kids can play on the beach and go swimming. It's also a good spot for a picnic or a barbecue, or to simply take a relaxing stroll on the beach.
To find more fun, free places to visit, check out these exciting places that GET.com has selected around the island. Discover these 10 fun places to visit in east Singapore, 10 fun places to visit in west Singapore, 10 fun places to visit in central Singapore, 10 fun places to visit in north Singapore and 10 fun places to visit in south Singapore.
Edit: Underwater World ceased operation on 26 June 2016.
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