Best Family Activities in Singapore — Kids, Tickets & Money-Saving Tips
12 November 2026 · GoFlyLo Blog
Singapore is one of the easiest cities in the world to visit with children. It is safe, clean, the metro is simple, and almost every attraction is built for families. But family trips have one problem: tickets for four people add up fast. A day at a theme park can cost more than the hotel. This guide lists the best family activities in Singapore, what they typically cost, and how to save money by booking with Pelago.
TL;DR — The Short Version
Best for kids: Universal Studios Singapore, Singapore Zoo, S.E.A. Aquarium and Gardens by the Bay. Best free fun: Supertree Grove light show, Marina Bay waterfront, and the Botanic Gardens. Money tip: book tickets on Pelago in advance — family bundles and advance prices beat gate prices. Miles: every booking earns KrisFlyer miles.
The Best Family Attractions
Universal Studios Singapore is the big one. It is on Sentosa Island, and one day is enough for most families — go on a weekday if you can, because weekends are crowded and the queues are long.
The Singapore Zoo is one of the best zoos in the world. It is open and green, the animals have space, and the Night Safari next door is a different experience after dark.
The S.E.A. Aquarium, also on Sentosa, is perfect for younger children and for a hot afternoon.
Gardens by the Bay works for every age. Children love the Supertrees and the Cloud Forest, and the evening light show is free.
The Singapore Botanic Gardens are free too — a good picnic spot and a break from the city. Our Singapore travel guide has a full 3-day plan with real costs for the city.
How to Save Money as a Family
Book tickets in advance on Pelago. Advance prices are usually lower than gate prices, and family bundles save more.
Check for child prices: most attractions charge less for children under 12, and some are free for children under 3 — check the age rules on the booking page before you pay.
Plan one paid attraction per day and fill the rest with free things: the Supertree light show, the Marina Bay waterfront, and the Botanic Gardens cost nothing.
Use the metro, not taxis. Singapore's metro is cheap, clean and easy, and children love it. A day of taxis for a family can cost more than the attraction tickets.
Eat at hawker centres — a family meal costs a few dollars per person, and the food is some of the best in the city.
Carry water and sun cream: Singapore is hot all year, and buying drinks inside attractions costs double.
How to Book Family Tickets with Pelago
Search Singapore on Pelago through our Pelago guide and filter for family activities.
Check the child age rules on every ticket before you pay — the discount depends on the child's age on the day of the visit.
Book the big attractions first, then add the smaller ones.
Add your KrisFlyer number at checkout so the whole family's bookings earn miles on one account.
Book weekends early — Universal Studios Singapore and the Zoo sell out on Saturdays and Sundays. If you fly Singapore Airlines, check Pelago's passenger perks before you pay — you may save up to S$150 on the whole trip's activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best family activity in Singapore?
Universal Studios Singapore for older children, the Singapore Zoo for all ages, and Gardens by the Bay for everyone — the light show is free.
How can families save money in Singapore?
Book tickets in advance on Pelago, use child prices, plan one paid attraction per day, eat at hawker centres, and use the metro instead of taxis.
Do children pay less for Singapore attractions?
Yes, most attractions charge less for children under 12, and some are free under 3. Check the age rules on the booking page.
Can I book family tickets with Pelago?
Yes. Search Singapore on Pelago, pick the family tickets, and pay securely online. Every booking earns KrisFlyer miles.
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