Anastasia Smith
Singapore, with its inclination towards modernity, caters to travellers of all ages. If you are planning to visit this delightful city-state with your family, there’s a treat in store for you with plenty of attractions to visit and things to do.
Universal Studios Singapore on Sentosa Island is among the best you will find anywhere. Occupying no less than 49 acres, this theme park offers all the fun you can think of and more besides. It is meticulously divided into different sections, with each section paying tribute to cinematic work. You will encounter various themes related to New York City, Madagascar, Ancient Egypt, and Hollywood. There is much to do here, so it is best to clear your schedule for an entire day. Don’t be surprised if your kids insist on visiting the park once more – is it any wonder they want to go back when the park’s charm is irresistible to adults themselves?
The Singapore Art Museum, or SAM for short, is a prominent museum in the city, dedicated to preserving contemporary art. With a history going back to 1996, SAM is housed in an old building, which was once a school for boys. A diverse collection of artworks graces the halls of the Singapore Art Museum. With paintings, sculptures, multimedia pieces, and installations, it offers a distinctive experience. If you are looking for family hotels in Singapore, you wouldn’t have to look far, as the area is home to several of them. For instance, from Grand Park City Hall, this attraction can be reached by foot. If you want to turn your kids into aficionados of art and culture, taking them to the Singapore Art Museum for a few hours of exploration and discovery is a must.
Another intriguing attraction, Night Safari Singapore offers you a delightful experience wholly different from your typical zoo experience. It offers you a chance to observe animals in their natural habitats once night falls over the city. The Leopard Trail brings you closer to leopards, flying foxes, lions, and civets. The Fishing Cat Trail allows you to see animals endemic to Singapore – think binturong, pangolin, and felines that sustain themselves on fish. The zoo offers guided tours, buggy rides, and feeding sessions to make your experience even more delightful.
Would you like a chance to look out over Singapore’s delightful attractions from up high on a Ferris wheel? Then, head to the Singapore Flyer, the largest of its kind in the world, which takes you on a 30-minute ride. Views encompass Singapore and stretch far over to Malaysia and the Spice Islands of Indonesia. There are several packages to choose from, all of which include the multimedia Journey of Dreams exhibit, which lets you in on the nation's history and the origin of the Singapore Flyer. You are welcome to take a ride on this giant Ferris wheel from early morning to late at night – you can either watch Singapore wake up to a new day or marvel at the city's shimmering skyline as it comes alive under the cloak of night.
Another delightful adventure for animal lovers, Singapore Zoo is among the best rainforest zoos in the world. It is spacious enough so that the animals wouldn’t feel confined, and it’s clean and well-maintained too. There’s plenty of lush vegetation around, and the animals are well-fed and cared for. Here, you will find a diverse array of wildlife, including white tigers, orangutans, meerkats, zebras, mole rats, and kangaroos. You can observe feeding sessions, and for something truly unique, you could sit down to a delightful breakfast with orangutans for company! The zoo is quite vast, and there’s much to discover; so make sure you have more than three hours at the ready.
One of Singapore’s most innovative creations thus far, the Gardens by the Bay is visually striking as well as purposive. Each attraction found within the garden has a task assigned to it. The Supertree Grove, for example, is an essential part of the garden – simply put, it pumps air out for the plant species in the garden. Apart from taking in the Supertree, kids will also love exploring the Cloud Forest, Flower Dome and Dragonfly & Kingfisher Lakes. Not to be missed is the Far East Organization Children's Garden with its water features that provide a fun space to cool off.
