63 Coolest Family-Friendly Activities in Singapore

Not many people know that behind the manicured attractions of Sentosa, there's a treasure trove of wild marine life! Here, you'll discover a hidden world beneath the ocean when the tide retreats. Observe closely as sand gobies and swimmer crabs scurry away with the waves, and learn simple marine biology with an experienced guide. Your kids would LOVE this.

Review from a happy kid: "BEST BEACH EVER" ✌🏻

Suitable for kids of any age.

If your young ones love animals, this wildlife exploration with a naturalist guide at Sungei Buloh would be a real treat! Your naturalist guide will show you mangroves, and marvels like crabs climbing trees, a forest growing in the sea, and even land-based fish!

Suitable for kids of any age.

This super unique 2 hour urban farm experience includes an organic farming masterclass, a bee farm visit, and a honey tasting experience. You'll learn how our farming affects bees, and how that in turn affects the flavour of the honey they produce. Best part? It all takes place at a secret nature sanctuary that reminds us of speakeasies abroad. Both adults & kids will love this!

Suitable for kids aged 3+.

Ever wondered how our rainforest comes alive at night? Experience the true ‘wild side’ on this night adventure that brings you through a rainforest system, under the cover of darkness. Be immersed in the forest symphony and peek into the secretive lives of the nocturnal creatures found on Sentosa aided by a small torch. It's definitely an adventure to remember!

Suitable for kids of any age.

During this day camp, you'll be a family of Marine Scientists for a day! You'll explore your local nature biodiversity, discover the mysteries of Squids via a dissection class, and get hands-on to do a beach clean up! It's a great way to teach kids sustainability, and the importance of protecting the biodiverse wildlife in our backyard.

Suitable for kids aged 6+.

If you love wildlife safaris, try your hand at spotting the rare flying lemur in Singapore! Follow your naturalist guide along on this adventure as you learn more about rainforest ecology and also spot nocturnal creatures and things you have never seen before 😊

Suitable for all ages.

Did you know that Singapore is actually on a migratory hotspot for birds, and an amazing place for birdwatching. Here you'll get to know the unique birds in Singapore, and learn how to spot and identify them. It's a really cool way to explore Singapore's lesser-known wildlife.

Suitable for any age.

At this unique urban farm, you'll get up close to three animals crucial to our ecosystem: Bees, Ants, and Earthworms! Learn about local ecology, get away from computer screens and interact with nature - this is the perfect interactive farm experience for kids and young families!

Suitable for kids aged 4+

Most of us have been to Mount Faber, but few know that there is an unmarked trail that leads you to hidden, abandoned WWII relics.

This 2.5-hour trek takes you to uncover the mysteries of ruins left from WWII like the Seah Im Bunker. And be rewarded with awesome views as you emerge from the forest at the top of Mount Faber. Perfect for adventurous families!

Suitable for kids aged 5 and above.

Explore a lush rainforest ecosystem right in the heart of Sentosa. Learn about the often overlooked flowers and plants of our forest, and experience first-hand a tropical biotope amongst the tall rainforest flora. Great for kids who love exploring the forest!

Suitable for kids of any age.

Looking for a little outdoor adventure the whole family can enjoy? This guided kayak journey takes you to the hidden Ketam Island near Pulau Ubin, where kids and adults alike can paddle through mangroves, spot herons, monitor lizards, and maybe even playful otters along the way. It’s an exciting, screen-free way for families to bond, learn about nature, and discover a secret side of Singapore together.

Suitable for kids aged 7+

Head on your own private yacht to Lazarus island for a swim, BBQ and do watersports! This is one of our most popular yacht options for being amazing value for money, and having the loveliest captain, who is great with families. Take a look at the effusive reviews to see for yourself! :) Perfect for one or two families.

Suitable for any age. Bonus: This is Pet-Friendly!

This full-day fishing course at Lazarus Island is a great bonding experience for families! It's a pretty comprehensive course (with theory and practical elements), so come prepared to really learn to fish! We love it as the course is taught by passionate experienced anglers whose mission is to teach others how to fish sustainably in Singapore.

Suitable for kids of any age (though kids aged 12 and below should be accompanied by an adult).

You might have tried surfing or snowboarding as a family, but this is a totally unique kind of thrill - gliding and hovering up to 1 metre above the waves like you're flying! Set against the backdrop of beautiful Lazarus Island, this is a super fun and beginner-friendly experience you and your family will remember for ages!

Kids below 12 will ride tandem with a coach.

Your kids won't stop talking about this unique kayak + fishing adventure! The kayaking takes place on moderate waves and currents, and is a short 2-4KM course, so you don't have to worry about your physical fitness. With your fishing guide, you might even catch bottom fish such as parrotfishes, groupers, and snappers!

Suitable for kids aged 7+.

Want an outdoor adventure that keeps everyone excited? This kayaking-and-hiking combo takes families through Pulau Ubin’s peaceful mangroves before heading up Puaka Hill for rewarding island views - a fun mix of water and land in one trip. Bonus: it's pet-friendly if your furry companion fits safely in the kayak!

Suitable for kids aged 4+ with parental supervision

If you're looking to treat yourself and your family, a day out on this Luxury Sailing Catamaran is perfect. The Waga Mari is a beautiful modern sailing catamaran, and is perfect if you want a luxury yacht day out. Captain Martjin is also an amazing cook, so do bring your favourite cuts of meat for him to BBQ on board.

Explore Singapore's waters with Clarence, your award-winning guide. He has a real sense of adventure and loves showing his guests new hidden areas of Singapore. To amp up the adventure, you'll also enjoy a field-cooked lunch on one of the islets along the way - nothing fancy, but we think you'll enjoy it after your adventure!

Suitable for kids aged 3+.

If your kids love art and music, why not combine the two in one super unique session. Here in 3 hours, you'll get your own ukulele to paint and you'll even learn basic techniques to play it. You'll get an awesome chilled afternoon, get to bring home a personalised ukulele and also a newfound musical skill!

Suitable for any age.

Create art in a lush nature sanctuary? Yes please! Create beautiful marble patterns using only paint, water, and paper. As complex as the final artwork looks, paper marbling is actually easy to pick up with proper guidance. There are no mistakes in paper marbling, for each "mistake" ends up adding more flavour and personality to your unique piece.

Suitable for kids age 4+.

If your kid is a budding photography enthusiast, this is a lovely treat! Here you'll get to paint and assemble your own paper shoot camera. A paper shoot camera is digital camera that takes film-like photos! No more spending money on disposable cams 😉

Suitable for kids of any age.

You will be the most stylish family after this workshop. Customise your own pair of canvas shoes - choosing between low or high-cut styles and bringing them to life with vibrant fabric paints and markers. You’ll walk away in a pair of sneakers that’s completely one-of-a-kind and guaranteed to make heads turn.

Suitable for ages 9+ as shoe sizes start at EU35.

Ever wanted to add a one-of-a-kind piece to your collectibles shelf? In this hands-on Bearbrick customisation workshop, you’ll transform a 28cm blank bear into your very own art piece, guided by passionate artists who’ll walk you through design basics and painting techniques. You’ll leave with a statement piece that’s proudly handmade and ready to level up your family's collection.

Suitable for kids 7+.

In this unique art jam session, you'll first go on a guided photography walk around Raffles Place to take pics of anything you feel inspired by! Be it the beautiful Singapore River or our local ice-cream uncles - there are so many little scattered gems. You'll then head to a lovely cafe to bring your pics to life on a canvas! It's a great way to engage kids, and get creative juices flowing 📸🎨

Suitable for kids of any age.

Looking for a meaningful way to introduce your children to Peranakan culture? In this colourful, child-friendly tile painting workshop, you’ll learn from experienced a Peranakan artist as she shares the stories and motifs behind this vibrant heritage art form. You’ll leave not just with a beautifully hand-painted tile, but with a shared experience that brings a piece of local culture into your home.

Suitable for kids aged 6+.

In this super cool Skateboard Art Jam, your kid will get to transform a blank skateboard into their very own rideable masterpiece - complete with bright paints and even light-up wheels! Friendly instructors are on hand to guide them step-by-step, so no art experience is needed. Your kid will head home beaming with pride, holding a skateboard they designed themselves and can’t wait to show off.

Recommended for kids aged 13+

This art jam is great if you're looking to spice up your balcony or home decor with a personalised plant pot. We also love this studio - it's super zen and bright. Perfect for getting inspired, or just to chill out for an afternoon.

Suitable for kids aged 8+

If you're looking for new ways for your kid to create art, try digital illustration! In this 2-hour workshop you'll learn to create digital portraits on iPad using Procreate - the best digital illustration app available. By the end of the workshop, you'll be able to bring able to bring home the framed printed illustration! 😍

Suitable for kids aged 7+

Got a kid who loves experimenting, mixing colours, and making a glorious mess? In this 1.5-hour workshop, they’ll pour, swirl, and tilt vibrant acrylic paints to create their own abstract masterpiece - no brushes needed! It’s all about movement, surprise, and watching magical patterns appear right before their eyes. Best of all, they’ll leave with a unique artwork (and proof that sometimes, the messiest fun makes the coolest art).

Suitable for kids of any age.

Love cute little trinkets? Instead of the usual bowls and mugs, you’ll hand-build playful, personality-filled pieces in this pottery workshop - think sloth cups or plates featuring your beloved pets. No intimidating pottery wheels here, just hands-on shaping, storytelling, and lots of room for imagination.

Suitable for kids aged 4+.

Make pottery together with your child! This is a special clay making workshop designed for parents and children to work together. You'll learn and create functional ware while exploring new textures, patterns, colours and form through various techniques of slab work and pinching clay.

Suitable for kids aged 4-9.

Terrarium building is a lovely way to chill out and get close to nature. Here you'll get access to a wide range of materials, and you can make your terrarium as elaborate as you like! You'll also learn about the different varieties of succulents and cactus, different types of terrariums, and have a lot of fun.

Suitable for kids of any age.

These clay dishes are super cute - and they're really fun for adults to make too. In this 2-hour guided workshop, you will learn how to use air-dry clay to craft your own clay masterpiece, and learn how to pinch, coil, paint and finish each piece. Your final product will be an entirely customised clay dish finished with a cute character 🤩 

Suitable for kids aged 5+.

Instead of buying another stuffed toy, why not make a really cute one together? Enjoy a fun and magical experience of creating pillow-soft reversible plushies from socks. Your kid will definitely cherish the plushie more after they've made it themselves!

Suitable for kids aged 6+.

Got a kid who loves all things gooey, stretchy, and a little bit messy? This hands-on slime workshop lets them mix, colour, scent, and decorate their very own slime masterpiece - choosing from fun textures, glitter, and charms you definitely won’t find at home. Even tweens and teens (yes, the “too cool” ones) can’t resist diving in and getting their hands delightfully squishy.

Suitable for kids aged 4+.

This super cute treehouse making session is perfect for spending quality time with older kids! 🏡

This unique workshop was created by a professional landscaper, who designs and builds actual treehouses for clients! Held in a secret sanctuary, you'll be surrounded by nature as you build a mini treehouse on a bonsai, to take home!

Suitable for kids aged 14+

Looking for a fun activity that smells amazing and is safe for your home? In this hands-on candle workshop, kids and parents can mix and match from 27 delightful scents - from fruity and sweet to fresh and floral - to create their very own coco-soy candle. Coco-soy wax also burns cleaner than traditional candles, making it a more eco-friendly choice for family spaces!

Suitable for kids aged 9+.

If you have a creative child, or one who loves reading, this could be a really special way to spend time together.

Paper is more than just something to write on - it is an art form in and of itself. Here you'll learn the art of paper making, and how to use decoratives (eg. dried flowers, magazine cuttings) to make your handcrafted paper truly unique.

Suitable for kids aged 6+.

Do you have a kid who loves playing dress up, and trying out your perfume? They'd love crafting their own perfume! Here, you can explore a huge scent library, discover your scent preference and create your signature fragrance. This is an enjoyable experience for children and adults alike!

Suitable for kids aged 6+.

In this rose flower soap-making workshop, kids will carefully build a beautiful soap bloom petal by petal, learning how each layer comes together to form a lifelike rose. Guided by a qualified instructor, the process is calming, creative, and perfect for patient little crafters. They’ll head home proudly holding a rose soap they made themselves - a sweet handmade gift for Mum, a teacher, or someone they love.

Suitable for kids of any age.

If your kid is into their Manga, this will be a treat! Here, the instructors will teach you how to create anime artwork, and bring your favourite anime character to life (Levi anyone?!). Have a ton of fun recreating your favourite character, and get a really cool piece to bring home to decorate your walls 😍

Suitable for kids aged 9+

In this 2-hr workshop, you will learn the art of traditional leather craftsmanship from skilled artisans. Not only do you get to make your own cute leather charm, you'll also get to monogram it with your name/initials for the perfect bespoke item!

Suitable for kids aged 6+

Here you'll pick up the traditional art of Yotseumi Toji (a Japanese stab-binding technique!). It's a style of book binding that uses strings or twines to hold the pages together rather than the usual glue! You'll also get to slowly colour and design your book's cover to add your own flair to it before bringing it home.

Suitable for kids aged 8+.

This Street Magic experience with a professional magician is a super fun and mind-blowing experience. It's an afternoon where you're invited into a mystical world where magic still abounds, and you not only learn tricks, but the showmanship behind the tricks.

Suitable for kids aged 3+.

What's better than a family bike? A bike that the whole family handcrafts together!

At this workshop, you'll learn to build a premium bike (usually retails at $1200!) from scratch from a team of passionate bicycle makers, and even customise its handlebar styles, grips and pedals. The end result is a bespoke bicycle that you’ve built with your own two hands that will last a lifetime 🤩

Suitable for kids aged 8+.

This is not your usual cookie-cutter baking class - it has much more heart! Learn to bake French baguette from an incredibly passionate and knowledgeable French chef in his lovely home. Little bakers will love watching their dough transform into golden, crusty baguettes - crisp on the outside, soft and fluffy inside. Once they’re out of the oven, gather on the balcony to enjoy your fresh bread with cheeses and drinks as the sun sets, turning baking time into a warm family memory.

Suitable for kids aged 6+.

This is a really fun afternoon out for the whole family. Not only do you get to make pizza dough from scratch, you'll also learn how to raise a fire with sustainably sourced firewood, and pick your own herb garnishing from the adjacent farm. After the class, you can enjoy your yummy creations together! BONUS: Your furkid is very welcome here too :)

Suitable for kids of any age.

Join a very well-traveled chef in his beautiful bohemian home for a private dining food adventure. This is no stuffy private dining experience - it's an adventure! The 3-hour adventure starts off with foraging in the neighbourhood for edible plants - you'll use them in the delicious Thai seafood meal that you'll enjoy later on.

Suitable for kids of any age.

If you've got a foodie kid, this is a lovely and heartfelt way to spend an afternoon together! Join Korean chef, Yoonsun, as a valued guest in her home where she will teach you all about Korean delicacies and how to prepare them. Learn how to make such dishes as Kimchi, fish cake soup, and Korean rice cakes.

Suitable for kids 8+ - so long as they're comfortable in the kitchen.

If your kid is a little younger and isn't comfortable with the stove, try making kimchi together instead!

More than just a cooking class, your host loves to introduce guests to Korean culture and food - so you'll gain a deeper understanding of the stories behind what you cook. She'll also serve you delicious banchan (side dishes) so you can enjoy them alongside your kimchi making!

Suitable for kids of any age.

If you want to experience and immerse in a different culture with your kids, this is a really fun and meaningful way to do it. At Al's gorgeous shophouse home in Joo Chiat, you'll learn how to make yummy Mediterranian food with carefully sourced ingredients. After making the food, you'll get to enjoy dining in Al's beautiful home, and hear his stories passed down through generations of his Spanish-Moroccan family.

Suitable for kids aged 12+.

Got a kid who dreams in sprinkles and lives for dessert? This hands-on ice cream workshop is the ultimate party activity, where little chefs get to create their own rich, creamy ice cream from scratch! They’ll help churn the magic, dream up wild flavour combinations (think coconut, durian, or cempedak), and taste the difference that fresh, natural ingredients make. Best of all, everyone gets to enjoy generous scoops of their handmade creation - because what’s a party without ice cream?

Suitable for kids aged 5+.

This is for the kids who love learning just as much as they love a sweet treat. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the fascinating world of bees with the hands-on fun of making honey ice cream from scratch. They’ll explore a real hive, learn how bees produce honey and support biodiversity, then use specialised equipment to transform that honey into their own creamy dessert. It’s the perfect mix of science, sustainability, and sweet rewards.

Suitable for kids aged 12+.

Take on a new food experience with the family by making your own pasta and having it cooked by your lovely host. At the end of your hard work, you'll be rewarded with a delectable lunch of squid ink tagliatelle or delicate parpadelle!

Suitable for kids aged 8+

This private ice cream making workshop is great for private parties as they bring everything to you!

The ice cream you'll learn to make here is one of the most special we've had. It is as creamy as the best gelato, and doesn't melt for ages! You can mix any ingredients you want with it (salted butter cookies, chocolate, even fruit juice!), and it'll turn out beautifully. It's amazing fun for kids and adults!

Suitable for kids aged 5+

This is a really cool one for families who love history and heritage. This is Singapore's 1st ever walking tour led by ex-gang members turned good! Uncover the underbelly of Singapore's past dark secrets of gangs, drugs & untold crime. After the walk, you'll get to enjoy a meal with your guide, and get to hear stories in a personal and intimate environment.

Suitable for kids of any age.

For the families who love doing puzzles and games together, this role playing game in Chinatown is great!

Narrated by a gamemaster, all participants will dive into a character throughout the puzzle hunt in order to solve a murder mystery. Get ready for some plot twists as you search for clues and unearth the dark secrets and history of Chinatown!

Suitable for kids aged 5+.

Teleport back in time and get swept in nostalgia during this 2-hour guided walk through Singapore’s last kampong village. Think overhead cables hanging above wooden atap houses, self-grown crops like banana and chili padi, and simple childhood games like Five Stones and Pick-up Sticks — your little ones will get the chance to experience firsthand what Singapore used to be like.

Suitable for kids of any age.

Holland V is one of the most historic neighbourhoods in Singapore, and this super fun outdoor escape game will unveil its secrets to you! By solving a trail of clues around Holland V, you'll stop by a secret coffee spot, an old-school magazine store and find hidden gems that most locals don't know about! It's super fun for adults & kids.

Suitable for kids aged 12+.

This after-dark adventure reveals a side of the island few get to experience - where folklore, ghostly legends, and forgotten history come alive under the moonlight. Led by a passionate guide and Ubin native, you’ll wander quiet trails and hear spine-tingling local tales passed down through generations. It’s just the right mix of eerie and fascinating, perfect for adventurous families with older kids who love a good story and aren’t afraid of the dark.

Suitable for kids aged 10+.

This is part heritage walk, part cooking class! This will take you to one of the last few traditional Chinese pastry shops in Singapore, where you get to go behind the scenes to learn how pastry chefs handmake these tasty delicacies. You'll also get to learn about the cultural significance of Chinese pastries, and get to do a tasting!

Suitable for kids aged 7+.

Here you'll have a behind-the-scenes look at some of Singapore's disappearing trades! Visit old bakeries and listen to the uncles share about their passions for keeping old-school bakes like the milk bread alive. You'll also stop at coffee roasting factories to sample Kopi 'O' (black coffee!) in its most authentic form!

Suitable for any age.

This is one of our favourites for a special treat! Here, you'll have a beautiful secret outdoor space all to yourself, where you can enjoy your favourite movies under the stars 🤩 This comes with 3 drinks per person, and the host will provide a screen, projector and Apple TV (so you can stream movies from your own Netflix account). You can also bring your own picnic, or order food to be delivered.

Suitable for kids of any age - but it takes place in the evening so it's better for families with older kids. You can also bring your furbaby!