Best Things to Do with Family in Singapore: Shows, Experiences and Easy Days Out

Planning things to do with family in Singapore can feel like a puzzle, especially when different ages, energy levels and interests come into play. Some days call for air-conditioned comfort and a good meal, others for hands-on play, outdoor time or experiences that spark curiosity. Thankfully, Singapore offers plenty of options that make family days (and nights) out easy to plan.

From show-and-dine experiences at Marina Bay Sands to creative studios, wildlife encounters and island adventures, this guide brings together fun things to do with kids in Singapore that suit a range of ages. Perfect for weekends or school holidays, these family-friendly ideas are designed to create shared moments while still feeling easy and enjoyable for adults. Bookmark your favourites today!

Marina Bay Sands – A Full Family Day of Shows, Food and Fun

Looking for a day or night out with the family that feels a little special? Marina Bay Sands brings together large-scale theatre productions, kid-friendly dining and plenty to explore, making it an easy choice for weekends and school holidays.

We love how Sands Theatre hosts internationally acclaimed productions that appeal to audiences of all ages. Past shows have included The Lion King and Wicked, while the 2026 line-up offers something for every generation, from Paw Patrol for younger children to Now You See Me and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory for older kids and teens. Classics such as Beauty and the Beast, Les Misérables, Jesus Christ Superstar and Slava Snow Show complete a varied calendar that makes it easy to choose a family-friendly performance.

Families can enjoy set menus at selected restaurants, all at a comfortable pace.

Those in the mood for a more laid-back meal will feel at ease at Yardbird, where familiar flavours such as Butter Lettuce and Grilled Mango, Fried Chicken, Smoked Pork Ribs, Deep Fried Oreos and Key Lime Pie are served in a lively dining space. Other family-friendly options include favourites such as Rise and Bread Street Kitchen, both well suited to sharing plates, ordering at an easy pace and accommodating younger diners who may need a little extra wiggle room before the show.

For parents keen on fine dining or a date night, venues such as CUT by Wolfgang Puck or Waku Ghin are ideal for a more intimate setting. 

Families can also enjoy added value with up to 20 per cent off selected ticket shows with Show & Dine, plus Sands Lifestyle Members receive early access to selected performances.

Marina Bay Sands is located at 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956. Browse current shows at www.marinabaysands.com/entertainment/shows.html.

Dopamine Land Singapore – New Multisensory Experience at WEAVE For Your Next Family Day

After touring cities such as Madrid, Dubai, London and São Paulo, Dopamine Land makes its Singapore debut at WEAVE in Sentosa with an immersive experience designed to engage all ages. Created as a feel-good journey through colour, movement and sound, the Singapore edition features nine interactive rooms, each encouraging families to explore, play and connect.

Part art space and part playground, Dopamine Land invites hands-on participation rather than passive viewing. Expect rooms that encourage jumping, dancing and touch, alongside calmer zones designed for slowing down and taking it all in. Highlights include Cushion Clash, where inflatable pillows turn movement into play, and Chromadance, a glowing dance floor that reacts to motion. Spaces such as Euphoria Grove offer a softer sensory experience, with gentle lighting and a more relaxed pace that younger children and adults often enjoy.

The experience is suitable for all ages, with clear pathways and staff on hand to guide visitors through each room. The full journey takes around fifty minutes, making it easy to slot into a larger family day out in Sentosa without feeling tiring or overwhelming. Dopamine Land works particularly well for families looking for something playful yet visually striking, where children can move freely and adults can enjoy the creativity alongside them.

Dopamine Land is located at 26 Sentosa Gateway, WEAVE @ Resorts World Sentosa, #02-204 to 205, Singapore 098269.

Singapore Oceanarium – Discover Marine Life and Conservation With the Family

Singapore’s biggest aquarium (formerly SEA Aquarium) is back as Singapore Oceanarium, a deep dive into the biodiversity of regional waters and ongoing conservation efforts. Singapore Oceanarium is three times bigger than its predecessor and covers everything from prehistoric species to coral reefs: ideal for starting conversations with the little ones about the planet they live on.

Singapore Oceanarium currently has extended opening hours from 9 am to 9 pm: that’s a full day to enjoy live demonstrations with marine life, explore the various zones, and dine on ocean-themed bites like seaweed madeleines. At 9:30 am, animal care specialists at the Oceanarium will feed the sharks in a live show that teaches you about shark species, feeding habits and care. If you’d like to get up close and personal with the fish, an Immersive Scuba Diving Programme for the whole family will bring you into the enclosures, guided by certified PADI instructors.

Singapore Oceanarium is located at 24 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098137. Plan your visit and book tickets online.

A Family Day Trip to Sentosa, Singapore’s “State of Fun”

A day trip to Sentosa Island is one of the easiest for both Singapore-based families and travellers: Sentosa is easily reached by car, train, and via cable cars from Mount Faber. From vibrant Palawan Beach to historic rainforest trails, you and your family could easily spend a day or more on the island with things left to do (book a room in one of Sentosa’s many hotels for a multi-day adventure).

The Adventure Cove Waterpark at Resorts World Sentosa features Southeast Asia’s first hydro-magnetic coaster, Rainbow Reef (an underwater animal habitat that can be explored via snorkelling), and the relaxing Blue Water Bay. Over on Palawan Beach, KidZania is a hyper-real, child-sized indoor city full of interactive play areas and learning experiences. Wind down with a stroll through Sentosa Sensoryscape, a multi-sensory passageway that comes alive as the sky darkens.

To plan your trip and purchase tickets, visit Sentosa’s website.

Forest Adventure – High-Adrenaline Outdoor Courses for Families of All Ages

Forest Adventure is an outdoor obstacle course in Bedok for both kids and adults: multiple courses are available, suited to multiple skill levels from beginners to experts. The course has a 300m zipline over the waters of Bedok Reservoir, obstacles like suspended bridges and wobbly logs, and rope courses. Experienced instructors are present on-site to guide you along the course as you challenge your limits.

For older kids (10 and above), the Junior Course contains 26 obstacles, 3 ziplines, and a prior 20-minute safety briefing. For kids 5 to 9, the Kids’ Course has 22 obstacles, 2 ziplines, a safety briefing, and guidance by instructors and parents if needed. Pre-booking is required for all sessions.

Forest Adventure is located at 825 Bedok Reservoir Road, Singapore 479244. Book a session online.

Keppel Centre for Art Education, National Gallery – A Family Art Space For Young Learners

The Keppel Centre first opened in 2015 as a children’s art facility, and has since joined the National Gallery with the goal of bringing fun, accessible art education to families. Promoting critical and creative thinking, the Centre won the Children in Museums award in 2018.

The present Keppel Centre hosts a rotating series of workshops and activities for kids and adults, as well as several galleries packed with sensory stimuli. The Expression Workshop conducts daily hands-on activities like painting and clay-making, and the Makers’ Studio is a dedicated space for creating 3D works. Wander around the Portrait Gallery, unwind in the Book Nook, or try your hand at abstract art at Illuminate!.

The Keppel Centre for Art Education is located at 1 St Andrew’s Road, National Gallery Singapore, Singapore 178957. Browse programmes online.

Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve – Family Day at Singapore’s First Mangrove Reserve 

Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve is a great family day out if you’d like to appreciate the local landscapes: it’s Singapore’s first ASEAN Heritage Park, and a suitable example of tropical wetlands. Sungei Buloh is a prominent stopover point for migratory birds from August to April each year, leading it to be recognised by the East Asian Australasian Shorebird Site Network.

Sungei Buloh comprises various trails, viewpoints, and stations: stop and observe the wildlife, join a guided heritage walk, or head to the Visitor Centre’s Mangrove Gallery to learn about mangrove habitats past and present. If you’d like to go a step further, you and your family may choose to join the NParks volunteer program and contribute to ongoing conservation efforts.

Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve is located at 301 Neo Tiew Crescent, Singapore 718925.

Discover Sentosa’s Military History at Fort Serapong and More

Known today for its beaches and amusement parks, Sentosa is also home to a series of British military outposts and fortresses that were last used in the Second World War.

Fort Siloso, Singapore’s only fully-restored coastal fort, has been converted into a military museum: built in the 1880s, it contains original gun pits, underground magazines, and lifelike recreations of key scenes in Singapore’s military history. The Fort Siloso Skywalk provides panoramic views of the surrounding structures and the green forests of Sentosa. Close by on the Imbiah Trail, Fort Imbiah, which once housed ammunition bunkers, is today a rustic hiking trail.

The lesser-known Fort Serapong has recently been given an upgrade: it’s now available for thorough exploration via the A Taste of Time Travel tour, suitable for ages 5 and above. On the tour, you’ll step back in time to the fort’s active years in the 1870s, and through hidden sites in the fort inaccessible to the public.

Visit Sentosa’s website for visitor information.

Bee Amazed Garden – Bee Farm Tours for Families

Bee Amazed Garden offers families a chance to step into the world of urban beekeeping in a way that feels both educational and engaging. Located within the Singapore University of Social Sciences, the working bee farm runs guided tours, workshops and small-group classes, while producing its own honey on site.

Founded by a former teacher, Bee Amazed Garden places a strong focus on learning through experience. Families can join a three-hour beekeeping session that introduces the role of bees, how hives function and why these pollinators matter. Under close supervision, participants can observe the bees up close, learn basic handling techniques and end the visit with a guided honey tasting. It is a rewarding activity for older children and parents keen to try something different together.

Bee Amazed Garden is located at 535 Clementi Road, Singapore University of Social Sciences, Block 23 Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Level 2, Singapore 599489. Browse ongoing programmes online.

Spin Paint House, Kaki Bukit – Family-Friendly Creative Art Jamming Studio

Sister studio to the famous Splat Paint House, Spin Paint House introduces a fun new way to make splatter art: on a spinning table. Each table has adjustable rotations per minute for heavy customisation ability, as well as making it fun and safe for all ages. Both walk-in and booked appointments are welcome, with a choice of various packages: the whole family can join in on a single art jamming session if needed. There’s even a choice of a UV Spin Art Package: create unique glow-in-the-dark art in a session for two. Kids under 5 or 6 get their own shorter, age-appropriate spinning tables.

Splat Paint House is located at 61 Kaki Bukit Place, #04-00, Singapore 416233. Browse packages and book appointments online.

Colugo Camp – Mandai Wildlife Reserve’s New Family Glamping Ground

Colugo Camp introduces a new way for families to experience Mandai Wildlife Reserve, combining the novelty of camping with the comforts parents appreciate. Set beside the Singapore Zoo, Night Safari, Bird Paradise and the newly opened Rainforest Wild, the glamping ground makes it easy to turn a wildlife visit into an overnight adventure without leaving the city.
Families stay in fully equipped, air-conditioned tents designed for comfort, with proper beds, family-friendly bathroom facilities, and thoughtful details that make the experience feel relaxed rather than rugged. Mornings begin with a buffet breakfast, while views over the Mandai Reservoir add to the sense of being surrounded by nature. The location allows for an easy flow between animal parks during the day and a slower pace back at camp in the evening.
For families who are Friends of Mandai or Wildpass holders, exclusive discounts make the experience even more appealing. For more information, check out our full review of Colugo Camp.

Equarius Villas – Underwater Staycation For The Family

The Equarius Ocean Suite offers a family staycation in Singapore that feels genuinely different. Designed as a two-storey townhouse, the suite features a bright living area upstairs with waterfront views, while the lower level reveals a bedroom with a full-height viewing panel looking directly into the surrounding aquarium. Waking up to schools of fish gliding past the glass is an experience that fascinates children and feels quietly impressive for adults.

The suite accommodates up to two adults and two children comfortably, making it suitable for small families who want space to relax without the formality of a large resort. Thoughtful touches such as a dedicated butler service, generous room layout and easy access to Sentosa attractions help keep the stay smooth and unrushed. Complimentary island admission also makes it easy to plan short outings during the day, before retreating to the calm of the suite.

Equarius Villas is located at 20 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269. Book your stay online.

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