4-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Singapore

  1. Day 1: Universal Studios Singapore
    30 minutes (10.5 km) from Changi Airport

    Get ready to dive into the fun here at Universal Studio Singapore, a theme park that features an array of rides, shows, and attractions themed around your favourite movies and TV series. Don't miss the thrilling Transformers ride, and keep an eye out for the famous characters wandering around the park.

  2. Day 2: Gardens by the Bay
    35 minutes (9.8 km) from Universal Studios

    Get lost in the beauty of Gardens by the Bay. The highlight of this nature park is the Supertree Grove, where you can walk among towering, tree-like structures illuminated at night. Visit the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest for a unique indoor conservatory experience, and catch the nightly outdoor light show, Garden Rhapsody, set against the stunning backdrop of the Supertrees.

  3. Day 3: Sentosa Island
    20 minutes (7.3 km) from Gardens by the Bay

    Get your swimsuits ready for a day of sun, sand, and sea at Sentosa Island. Take a relaxing cable car ride and indulge in some retail therapy at VivoCity, then head to the island to experience attractions such as Adventure Cove Waterpark, S.E.A. Aquarium, and Sentosa Merlion that is a 37-meter-tall mythical creature.

  4. Day 4: Singapore Zoo and River Safari
    30 minutes (18 km) from Sentosa Island

    Get close and personal with over 2,800 animals of over 300 species at the Singapore Zoo, then take a relaxing boat ride through the River Safari park to catch glimpses of the iconic resident giant pandas Kai Kai and Jia Jia. Come and learn about riverine habitats and how to save them. Also get ready to watch Singapo's's only river-themed show.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Universal Studios Singapore (1 day, $79)
  • Gardens by the Bay (4 hours, $28)
  • Sentosa Island (1 day, $74)
  • Singapore Zoo and River Safari (1 day, $43)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $224

Useful tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Marina Bay Sands, the symbol of modern Singapore, featuring a hotel, casino, shopping mall and infinity pool over the clouds. If you have less time, You can skip River Safari and extend time on your previous days. Most of the places in Singapore are child-friendly but don't forget to bring their rain gear and insect repellent if visiting zoo, as it might rain anytime. Don't forget to try out local foods like Hainanese chicken rice and Bak Kut Teh, and explore the city's various street markets like Chinatown and Bugis Street where you can get souvenirs and souvenirs.

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