10 Activities and Things To Do With Your Family For Holiday

Xperience Team
10 May 2022 - 7 min read

Things To Do In Singapore - Get ready to rejoice as the holidays in Singapore will begin on soon! Still have yet to plan where to go and what to do to ensure you spend some quality time with your family? Continue reading because we have put together a list of 10 places and activities you can try out with your family this year.

Things To Do For Family In Singapore

1. Singapore Science Centre

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The iconic Singapore Science Centre located at Jurong East features the largest collection of science-related materials in Singapore. If you are amazed by the futuristic design of the building, just wait till you step inside, into the world of science.

Showcasing exhibitions to illustrate the principles and powers of science and technology, Singapore Science Centre takes interactive and educational exhibits to the next level. Make sure you visit the ‘3D: Printing the future’ and ‘Butterflies Up-Close’ exhibits. Before you and your family leave the Science Centre, test your ninja senses by giving it a go at the ‘Laser Maze Challenge’ and ‘Professor Crackitt’s Light Fantastic MirrorMaze’. Book your tickets today to Singapore Science Centre with your family, and who knows, you might just learn a thing or two there as well!

2. MINT Museum of Toys

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Toys, toys, toys! The MINT Museum of Toys will surely bring out the child in you! Featuring an expansive collection of vintage toys and childhood memorabilia from more than 40 countries around the world, explore the 4-storey space as you and your family spot some of the iconic characters on display.

So much thought has been put into the toy museum that each level has its own theme - Outerspace, Characters, Childhood Favourites, and Collectables. It is a hidden gem that not many Singaporeans are aware that it exists in the city. Make use of the upcoming holidays to drop by with your children and share some of your childhood stories with them!

3. National Orchid Garden

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Are you planning a weekend morning picnic with your family this upcoming holiday? Why not have the picnic at the only tropical garden to be honoured as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Singapore Botanic Gardens!

While there is so much to explore within Singapore BotanicGardens, you must not miss out on the National Orchid Garden, an unique garden within a garden for nature enthusiasts and orchid lovers. Get to discover more than 60,000orchids of 1,000 species and 2,000 hybrids in this 3-hectares of space. Make sure you stop by the newest attraction, the SembCorp Cool House, replicating the environment of a misty cloud forest where some of the incredibly rare orchids only grow at altitudes of 1,000m to 2,000m.

4. Gardens by the Bay

Not just an iconic tourist attraction, Gardens by the Bay is a favourite amongst many locals. Clock in your yearly visit to Gardens by the Bay with your family this holiday!

Featuring over 1.5 million plants, Gardens by the Bay further proves why Singapore is a garden city. Explore the two world-class indoor conservatories shaped like a dome - Flower Dome and Cloud Forest. The FlowerDome has put its name in the Guinness World Records for being the largest glass green house in the world. With each change of season, enjoy spectacular floral displays from all over the world. The Cloud Forest does not lose out in terms of achievements as well, before the HSBC Rain Vortex at Jewel Changi Airport opened, it was home to the tallest indoor waterfall in the world. Spend an entire day at Gardens by the Bay as you escape the bustling city with your family.

5. Pulau Ubin Kayaking

Are you hoping to travel to another country for a holiday but do not have the time to? Consider the Pulau Ubin Kayaking experience! Even though you are not leaving Singapore, at least you and your family will get to enjoy a 15-minute ferry ride from mainland Singapore to this small island off Singapore’snortheast shore. Enjoy a guided 2-hour kayak tour around Pulau Ubin as you enjoy the tranquillity of nature and wildlife while you paddle through the mangroves. If luck is on your side, you might just be able to catch sight of a pond of pink dolphins and some manta rays!

6. Chinatown - A Journey Into Our Heritage (A Family Experience)

Have you always wanted to become a tourist in your own country for a day? If you are up to becoming a tourist with your family, the Chinatown - A JourneyInto Our Heritage morning day tour is something for you to consider.

On this tour, you and your family will get the chance to explore and learn more about the history of Chinatown. Get to visit some of the famous places within Chinatown that we regularly pass by or are new to us, such as Thian Hock Keng Temple, Ann SIang Hill, Club Street and visit some cool and funky wall murals. That is not all as you and your family will get to experience traditional coffee brewing at Nanyang Old Coffee. Nothing can be more satisfying than sipping your own self-brewed coffee while enjoying some traditional kaya toasts - that is one perfect breakfast combination!

7. Little India - A Journey Into Our Heritage (A Family Experience)

Are you up for another heritage tour to discover more about Singapore’s harmonious multiracial society? Join us on the Little India - AJourney Into Our Heritage morning day tour with your family!

On this tour, you will get the chance to dive deeper into the rich culture and uniqueness of Little India. Some of the places you and your family will be visiting are Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple, the colourful Tan TengNiah residence and Little India Arcade. Of course, the morning tour would not be complete without breakfast. Enjoy some authentic dosai and masala tea while you listen to the morning buzz of Little India - yum!

8. Family Staycation at Village Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality

Does your family enjoy going on hotel staycations? Village Hotel Sentosa is one of the best hotel options for family stays, because it is designed with this in mind! Located in Sentosa, which is home to various attractions and fun-filled activities, it is definitely a plus point especially for families with children.

Boasting four thematic pool experiences, bask in the sun while your children splash around in the pool. The hotel also organises some fun activities for families to enjoy, such as an outdoor movie experience every Saturday evening, and Scavenger Hunt at Sentosa Nature Discovery.

If staying within the hotel compound is not your thing, there is so much more you can do outdoors. Come sunset time, the tranquillity of the island will bring forth a totally different experience as you wind down and spend some quality time with your family.

9. Family Staycation at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore

The newest addition to the PARKROYAL chain of hotels in Singapore is the PARKROYAL COLLECTIONMarina Bay. The hotel is strategically located in the heart of the Marina Bay area. You are only a short walk away from the city’s attractions such as the Esplanade, Marina Bay Sands, War Memorial Park and The Float at Marina Bay Grandstand. In addition, the hotel is surrounded by various shopping malls, such as MarinaSquare, Suntec City and Millenia Walk.

Known for being Singapore’s first Garden-in-a-Hotel, you will be surprised to find an actual urban farm on the hotel’s rooftop terrace. With the concept of farm-to-table, farm-to-bar and farm-to-spa, the fresh produce of edible flowers, herbs and vegetables from the farm are used in the hotel’s restaurant and bar and even spa treatments.

P.S. Do remember to make an advance reservation for the birdcage at the Atrium lounge for an unique and luxurious high tea experience.

10. Family Staycation at JEN Singapore Orchardgateway by Shangri-La

Sitting on top of Orchard Gateway at Somerset, JEN SingaporeOrchardgateway finds itself right smack in the centre of the busy Orchard Road stretch. With an entire stretch of shopping malls housing luxury international brands to local brands, a wide range of entertainment options and dining choices, there is so much you can do during your stay.

Within the hotel, you must not miss out on the award-winning infinity pool on the rooftop that offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Central Business District area and Marina Bay skyline. For an unique experience, head to the rooftop pool during the evening to take in the lights illuminating from all the skyscrapers in the distance. The hotel is designed to be welcoming and modern, you and your family will surely feel at home, but better.

Though you may often hear Singaporeans commenting that “there is nothing fun to do in Singapore”, we hope that this guide will help you to get inspired to check out some of the interesting places to visit and fun activities you can do in Singapore with your family and without travelling to another country.

Start planning and booking the activities with Traveloka today before the holiday starts!

In This Article

• Things To Do For Family In Singapore
• 1. Singapore Science Centre
• 2. MINT Museum of Toys
• 3. National Orchid Garden
• 4. Gardens by the Bay
• 5. Pulau Ubin Kayaking
• 6. Chinatown - A Journey Into Our Heritage (A Family Experience)
• 7. Little India - A Journey Into Our Heritage (A Family Experience)
• 8. Family Staycation at Village Hotel Sentosa by Far East Hospitality
• 9. Family Staycation at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore
• 10. Family Staycation at JEN Singapore Orchardgateway by Shangri-La
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