7 Fun Activities in Singapore
Since the pandemic began, there’s been a lack of learning opportunities for high-energy kids. Restrictions had them all staying at home for large amounts of time. Throw in the cancellations of valuable field trips and activities, and it was no wonder many parents were frustrated that their little ones were missing out on learning all about the world. Thankfully, a sense of normality is returning to society. And fun educational activities are more or less back in full swing. Here are the best parent-child activities perfect for real-world learning experiences:
1. Learn about Changi Airport
Let your kids go behind-the-scenes of Changi Airport at the Changi Experience Studio. At the game station Arena, they can “work” as airport staff. Or they can visit the Garden of Harmony, where they can make music by moving their arms – according to Changi Airport Group, this represents the teamwork of the airport’s 50,000 strong community.
2. Make a beeline for a bee farm
Does your child like bees? Why not bring them to a local farm, where they can learn all about these winged insects from founder John Chong, who spent 37 years with the Ministry of Education. Fun fact: out of the 100 crop varieties that provide 90% of the world’s food, 71 get pollinated by bees — just one of the many things your kid can learn here.
3. Be intrigued by marine life
Hidden in plain sight is a world teeming with life, something you and your kiddo can discover at Changi Beach’s intertidal zone, the part of the coast submerged at high tide and exposed at low tide. Look out for Singapore’s surprisingly diverse and bizarre range of marine animals, like sea anemones, sea cucumber, sand dollars, crabs, and starfish.
4. Let it snow at Snow City
Heat and humidity are part of the Singaporean experience. But not at Snow City, where a snow-making machine produces 40 tonnes of snow daily, making it the ideal spot for your young’un to experience the arctic in the tropics. Here, they can throw snowballs, make snow angels, and learn about the real threat of climate change and global warming.
5. Catch turtle & tortoise fever
Did you know: The Live Turtle & Tortoise Museum has the Guinness World Record for the most extensive collection of turtle and tortoise items? It is part of the charm of this family-friendly spot, where other than the zoo, kids can admire all sorts of shelled reptiles, including the world’s third-largest tortoise (the African spurred tortoise).
6. Learn how to fish in scenic Lazarus Island
If you want to try a new hobby with your kids, a beginner Angler's Fishing course at Lazarus Island might interest you. You will learn the basics of fishing along with a certificate and be able to confidently handle a fishing setup after the course onboard a yacht. Fishing starter kit and equipment will be provided so you can just enjoy the experience with your kids!
7. Learn through play at SuperPark Singapore
Enjoy an action-packed day at the ultimate indoor activity park at Suntec City Mall! SuperPark Singapore spans over 40,000 square feet, offering endless fun and excitement for everyone. With obstacle courses, trampolines, and sporty challenges across 3 themed zones, you can test your skills and learn through active play while laughing together with your family!