This weekend (October 15-16th), Singapore is packed to the brim with some fun activities. We narrow down the best ones so you and your kids can spend quality time together.
We know it might be exam season but if you’re looking to take your kids somewhere to relax, these places are the best places to visit.
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What: This in-depth and immersive exhibition explores the impact of technology on our lives and on the earth.
The exibition is divided into two parts: Twenty-Four Hrs in Photos and Black Shoals: Dark Matter.
In the first part, visitors get to walk through little hills of photos (above) printed our from photos on Flickr while the second part allows you to watch and observe the constellations that twinkle in accordance to the fluctuations of the financial market.
Admission: Prices vary, check website for details.
Visit: ArtScience Museum, Marina Bay Sands
What: Part of the Jane Goodall Institute (Singapore)’s conservation efforts, your kids can get up close to some of Singapore’s most misunderstood primates, the long tailed macaque.
Admission: Admission is free but you need to register three days in advance at sg.monkey.walk@gmail.com. Provide your preferred date, name, contact number and the number of adult and children participants. A maximum of five participants per registration.
Visit: MacRitchie Reservoir Park, Lawn @ Paddle Lodge
What: For this weekend only, your little ones get to experience over 40 delicious (and free!) Cantonese fare while at Mitzo Restaurant & Bar. There will even be an on-site playroom for them to try their hands at art and craft stations.
Admission: $68++ for adults, kids under six eat for free, $34++ for kids aged six to 12.
Visit: Level 4, Grand Park Orchard, 270 Orchard Road
What: A cat lover’s dream, this exhibition by artist Svetlana Petrova features 20 hilarious mixed media paintings of her ginger cat Zarathustra, being added into world-famous paintings. So hilarious!
Admission: Admission is free. Visit ArtPorters for details.
Visit: The Fullerton Hotel, East Garden Foyer
What: It’s that time of the year again when the streets of Little India will be lined with beautiful bright lights and gorgeous decorations. There’s also going to be a marketplace this year where you can buy Deepavali decorations, get henna artwork done and watch fun performances.
Admission: Admission is free
Visit: Serangoon Road and Race Course Road
What: World aclaimed graphoc artist, M.C. Esher’s works will be exhibited at the ArtScience Museum for everyone to immerse themselves in his world. Over 150 original art works will be on display.
Admission: Prices vary, check website for details.
Visit: ArtScience Museum, Marina Bay Sands
What: Just about any child we know seems to love playing with water. This outdoor Far East Organization Children’s Garden has stepping springs, jet sprays and water tunnels for your little ones to run about and explore.
Admission: Admission is free
Visit: Gardens By The Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive
What: The Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum is home to plenty of specimens from all over South-East Asia. From prehistoric plants to animals and dinosaurs, there’s plenty to see and discover at South-East Asia’s first natural history museum.
Admission: $7-$15 for locals, $12-$20 for foreigners
Visit:: National University of Singapore, 2 Conservatory Drive
What: A haven for casual fishing, Punggol Park has five hectares of space for your little ones to explore and play in. There are even designated picnic spots for you to have a wholesome and fun picnic.
Admission: Admission is free
Visit: Junction of Hougang Avenue 8 and 10
What: Immerse your kids in a movie experience unlike any other at the Omni-Theatre. From movies to live-shows, there’s plenty to see and do while you’re there.
Admission: Prices vary, check website for details.
Visit: 21 Jurong Town Hall Road