7 fun things to do in Singapore 2025
By LINDA JAMES | Updated MARCH 9, 2025 | SEE & DO
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Singapore has so many amazing attractions – beautiful parks, must-see museums that chronicle the its history and the lives of the people, art galleries and public artworks – but this is just about 7 fun things to do in Singapore 2025!
Delicious ice cream sandwhich
The Garden Rhapsody show
1. Eat an ice-cream sandwich
Early in the afternoon, in between Ion Orchard shopping centre and the Takashimaya department store on Orchard Rd, a procession of little ice cream carts with brightly coloured umbrellas appears. What they’re selling is the traditional Singaporean ice-cream sandwich.
In the West, ice cream sandwiches are made with some sort of chocolate-covered biscuit or wafer but, in Singapore, they’re made with sweet pandan-flavoured bread – in all the colours of the rainbow – though some do offer wafers!
The ice cream comes in a variety of flavours from the traditional vanilla, chocolate and mint to the unusual such as durian, which is based on the popular but very divisive fruit known as the smelliest in the world. I haven’t yet tried it but I can attest to the fact that it smells (in fact, it’s often banned from hotel rooms)!
Address: Orchard Rd Open: most usually in the afternoon Cost: about $S1.50 Getting there: near Orchard MRT (NS22)
2. Experience Garden Rhapsody
This light and sound show is one of the must-sees in Singapore and one of the fun things to do in Singapore 2022. Take a rug and lie on the ground in the Supertree Grove of Gardens by the Bay so you can see the lights dance around above you.
Designed by award-winning lighting creative Adrian Tan, and one of Singapore’s most sought-after music composers and arrangers, Bang Wenfu, it has been one of the highlights for visitors to Singapore since 2015.
The theme changes every month so there’s always something new.
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Dr
Open: Open: Daily 7.45pm and 8.45pm. Times are adjusted for special events such as Christmas and sometimes cancelled so check the website before you go.
Cost: free
Getting there: Near Bayfront MRT (CE1/DT16), take Exit B and follow the underground linkway, then exit and cross the Dragonfly Bridge or Meadow Bridge into Gardens by the Bay; buses – from Tanjong Pagar MRT (EW15), take Exit C and head to International Plaza Anson Road to bus stop 03223. Take bus 400 and alight at bus stop 03371 along Marina Gardens Drive; on foot from Marina Bay Sands Hotel, cross the overhead bridge (Lions Bridge) open daily from 8am-11pm or walk through underground linkway via Bayfront MRT
3. Get exhausted at Sentosa
One of the best places to visit in Singapore. If you only have time for a one-day tour, Sentosa gives you the opportunity to experience some of Singapore’s top attractions. It’s definitely one of the top 5 attractions in Singapore for many people.
If you’re planning to do a lot in Sentosa, the Fun Discovery Pass may be a good option. The idea is that you buy a pass based on how many attractions you want to see (tokens call also be used to buy food and beverages).
You can also top up at the various ticketing counters if you run short. You can also pay extra to include entry to Universal Studios Singapore.
Getting around Sentosa is extremely easy with free bus and beach shuttles that run around the island, picking up visitors from the various cable car and Sentosa express stations.
Cost: 60 token Fun Pass $S60, 95 token $S90 (includes 5 free tokens); 130 token (includes 10 free tokens) $S120
Getting there: Sentosa Express – take the North-East or Circle line to HarbourFront station, take Exit E to VivoCity and go to level 3 to board the Sentosa Express; cable car - walk to Exit B in HarbourFront train station. Follow the signs leading to Singapore Cable Car station at HarbourFront Tower ll.
4. Get a bird’s eye view of Singapore
One of the world’s largest ferris/observation wheels, the Singapore Flyer is a fantastic way to get orientated to this amazing city and it gives you a bird’s-eye view not only of the city but also out to Indonesia and Malaysia.
The ride in one of the 28 air-conditioned glass capsules takes 30 minutes and will give you the opportunity to get a sense of Singapore’s layout. Landmarks to look out for are Merlion Park, Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Sentosa Island and Mt Faber.
Address: 30 Raffles Ave
Open: Daily 10am-10pm
Cost: $S40 for 13 years and over, $S25 for 3-12s, under 3yrs free
Getting there: near Promenade MRT (CC4/DT15), take Exit A and walk for 8 mins; buses – 36, 36A, 36B, 70A, 70M, 97, 97e, 106, 111, 133, 162M, 502, 502A, 518, 518A, 700A, 857 (bus stop 02171 opposite the Ritz-Carlton)
5. Take a Bumboat Cruise
You should definitely add this to your list of must-dos in Singapore. The bumboats, which are also called tongkangs or sea-going barges, gives you a completely different view of the historical Riverside and Marina Bay areas. There are also many opportunities to take some spectacular photos with key sights such as the ArtScience Museum, the Singapore Flyer, Marina Bay Sands Hotel and Merlion Park.
I recommend doing the 40-minute ride late in the afternoon or early evening so you also get to see the sunset and the night lights. There are other cruises specifically designed to take in the Spectra Laser and Light show at 7.30pm and 8.30pm, which cost extra.
Address: Singapore River Cruises, Clarke Quay Jetty, Bayfront South Jetty and Clifford Pier Jetty
Open: Monday to Thursday 1pm to 10pm, Friday to Sunday 10am to 10pm
Cost: $S28 for adults and $S18 for children 3-12
Getting there: near Clarke Quay MRT (NE5), about 5 mins walk, Fort Canning Station (NE5) about 5 mins walk, City Hall MRT (NS25/EW13) about 10 mins walk; buses – 143,147,197,33,54,61
6. See 3 zoos in a day!
There are now 5 zoos at Mandai – the Singapore Zoo, Night Safari, River Wonders, Bird Paradise and Rainforest Wild ASIA.
I think you’d be hard pressed to see all 5 in one day but you could do 3 if you’re very well organised and start early and finish late.
Singapore Zoo covers 28ha of open space so there are no cages to speak of and the more than 2500 animals are in landscaped enclosures surrounded by hidden moats. There are tigers, penguins, polar bears and Komodo dragons.
The Night Safari covers 35ha, much of which can be seen via a 40-minute tram ride (with English commentary). One of the most popular shows is Creatures of the Night. River Wonders is very popular and is designed around the Rivers of the World.
The zoos are definitely one of the must-sees for families and one of the fun things to do in Singapore 2025.
Address: 80 Mandai Lake Rd
Open: Singapore Zoo – daily 8.30am-6pm;
River Wonders – daily 10am-7pm; Night Safari – daily 6.30pm to midnight.
Cost: Singapore Zoo - $S49 adults, $S34 children 3-12yrs. There are discounts when you book online directly as well as multi-park deals.
Getting there: from Khatib MRT (NS14) take the Mandai Khatib Shuttle, from Choa Chu Kang MRT (NS4) take bus 927, from Ang Mo Kio MRT (NS16) take bus 138, from Springleaf MRT (TE4) take bus 138.
You can also take the Mandai City Express (Big Bus Tours) from Thursday to Sunday.
7. Watch the Spectra Light Show
The Spectra Light and Water Show can be seen from almost anywhere on the waterfront near Marina Bay Sands hotel, however, you can also take a cruise specifically to see it.
It costs a little more than a regular bumboat cruise but it means you avoid the crowds who turn out to see this 15-minute outdoor show of dancing fountain jets, colourful visual projections, advanced lasers, and lava and mist effects accompanied by an orchestral soundtrack.
You could also book a table at one of the following Marina Bay Sands eateries: Le Noir (L1-84, Bay Level) and Dallas Cafe & Bar (L1-85, Bay Level).
Open: Sunday to Thursday 8pm and 9pm, Friday and Saturday 8pm, 9pm and 10pm
Cost: Free
Getting there: near Bayfront Station (CE1/DT16); buses – 97,106,518,133, 502, nearest stop 03509
Conclusion
It’s hard to pick just one favourite attraction or activity but 7 fun things to do in Singapore 2025 should definitely be on your list. From trying one of the traditional ice-cream sandwiches to lying in the Supertree Grove watching the Garden Rhapsody light show, there’s something for everyone!