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A Visitor’s Guide to
OCT - DEC 2019
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04 WHAT’S ON
Look out for these exciting events. 20 TAKE ME HOME
Take your pick from unique keepsakes
that pay tribute to Singaporean culture.
10 PARK LIFE
Explore green sanctuaries that are
22 SHOPPING TRAILS
easily accessed from the city centre. Don't miss out on the best buys in town.
12 TREASURES OF LITTLE INDIA
Teeming with traditional sights,
24 EYE-OPENING TOURS
Sign up for these immersive tours to
sounds and scents, Little India experience a very different side of
invites you to browse a wide range Singapore.
of heritage and modern souvenirs.
26 JUST KIDDING AROUND
14 MAKAN TIME
Tuck into our city’s best
Here are some ideas of how you and
your young ones can explore Singapore
local dishes. together.
16 THE EAT LIST
Indulge in new epicurean experiences 28 ACTION & ADVENTURE
Be part of the action.
at these modern restaurants.
18 ART IN THE CITY 30 NEON NIGHTS
Dive into new after-dark experiences
Be inspired by different forms that you won't forget.
of art.
Editor Andre Frois
Contributing Editor Darren Chua
Sub Editor Chai Tze Yuen
Art Director Nor Hamimah www.mongoosepublishing.sg
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HANDY TIPS
TRANSPORT HANDY TIPS
Follow these pointers to make the best of your stay.
MRT
Trains typically run from 5.30am to
midnight. Standard tickets vary from GST Refund
S$1.50 to S$2.60 (inclusive of S$0.10
card cost). See page 32 for the MRT map. Payment by cash and cards is safe and efficient in Singapore. Tipping is not
www.smrttrains.com.sg a common practice as service charge has been factored into the Goods and
+65 6331 1000 Services Tax (GST). As a tourist in Singapore, you can claim a refund on 7%
GST under the Tourist Tax Refund Scheme if you make any purchase more
Bus than S$100 at the participating shops. Here’s how to go about it:
Fares start from S$1.40. Try to have the 1. Look out for these signs at the shops.
exact fare as change will not be given.
www.sbstransit.com.sg
www.smrt.com.sg
+65 6331 1000
You can now use your Mastercard® and
Visa contactless bank cards issued
outside of Singapore for the payment of 2. When making purchases from retailers who are on the Electronic
public transport fares in Singapore. Tourist Refund Scheme (eTRS), you are required to show your
Foreign admin fee applies, please refer to
passport in person to prove your eligibility under the TRS.
TransitLink’s SimplyGo website
(simplygo.com.sg) for more information. Photocopies or images of passports are not acceptable. The retailer
will then issue an eTRS transaction to you at the point of purchase
with your passport details.
Taxi
Fares start from S$3.90. 3. Apply for your tax refund at the eTRS self-help kiosks located at
Comfort & CityCab +65 6552 1111 Singapore Changi Airport’s Departure Check-In Hall (before
Premier Cabs +65 6363 6888 departure immigration) and Departure Transit Lounge (after
SMRT Taxis +65 6555 8888 departure immigration); and at Seletar Airport Immigration &
Checkpoints Authority (ICA) duty office.
CONNECTIVITY
4. At the eTRS kiosk, scan your passport to retrieve all your purchase
Free Wi-Fi details.
Register for free public Wi-Fi service with 5. If you are departing from Changi Airport, you can choose to have the
your foreign number at any Wireless@
refund credited directly into your credit card, Alipay account (for Chinese
SG hotspot across Singapore, and
receive your login details via an SMS citizens only) or get a cash refund. If you are departing from Seletar
message. Overseas charges may apply. Airport, you will be asked to choose your refund to be made by credit card,
Alternatively, you can rent a pocket Wi-Fi Alipay (for Chinese citizens only) or bank cheque. Once you are done,
device at Singapore Visitor Centre review the outcome of your refund request shown on the eTRS kiosk to
(orchardgateway) or Changi
check if you need to go to the Customs Inspection counter, where custom
Recommends at Changi Airport.
officers may ask to see your purchases for further verification.
SIM Card 6. Due to the handling fees, the refunded amount will be less than the
Telcos in Singapore have ceased the original GST amount charged. The details of your transactions can
provision of 2G network in Singapore. To be verified by registering and logging into the eTRS e-Services at
attain 3G/4G roaming, buy a Singapore https://touristrefund.sg or via the “eTRS Singapore” app downloadable
prepaid SIM card from Singapore Visitor from Google Play or Apple App Store.
Centre (orchardgateway), Changi
Recommends or telecommunications
retail shops located at the airport,
major shopping malls and
convenience stores islandwide.
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HANDY TIPS
Visit Singapore Travel Guide
Download and try the enhanced Visit Singapore WHAT THE
SINGLISH?
Travel Guide app for tips and recommendations
on hidden gems in the city. Choose places of
interest according to your Passion Tribes, explore
English is Singapore’s
Singapore with ease and discover the latest primary language, though
events in town. our English is peppered
with colloquial expressions
that you can easily pick up.
Local Tips
Paiseh
• Keep to the left on escalators, especially during peak hours.
Paiseh means “it’s not
courteous of me to do/say
• When taking public transport, always give way to alighting passengers.
this”, so you might hear a
Board buses from the front door and exit by the rear door. Remember to
press the ‘stop’ button early. “
Singaporean say paiseh ”
if he or she is late, makes a
• Some items like pets and durians are not allowed on public transport. mistake, is embarrassed or is
informing you that you are
breaking a rule.
Bojio
• Singaporeans love queueing. If you see a queue, check out what’s at the A Hokkien phrase locals use
front of it—you might be in for a treat! when not invited to an
activity or event.
• Singapore does not have a tipping culture, but if you’d like to express your
appreciation for the service you have received, please feel free to do so.
“ You went to get coffee
without me this morning?
Mobile e-payments Bojio!"”
Running out of cash while shopping? These electronic payment apps will
Makan
make sorting notes and coins a thing of the past. Electronic payments are
A Malay expression referring
widely accepted by various merchants across our island.
to food or the act of eating.
Download:
“
Look out for VIA’s
logo should you There are many shiok
have a compatible makan places in this
e-wallet under VIA
neighbourhood—here, it’s
”
alliance.
makan time, all the time!
Alipay: Usage of Alipay’s mobile payment function may be restricted beyond mainland Chinese users
VIA™: VIA™ is Asia’s 1st cross border mobile payment alliance that allows you to use your local mobile wallet
overseas. Simply look out for the VIA™ logo to pay via QR. Find out more at viaconnects.com
Shiok
An expression of great
Muslim-friendly Destination satisfaction and pleasure.
Singapore's diverse, multi-ethnic community offers many Muslim-friendly facilities.
This includes facilities ranging from Halal-certified or Muslim-owned eating
“ The food in hawker
centres like Lau Pa Sat and
establishments to prayer rooms in most* major attractions, hotels and shopping Tekka Market is very
malls. For a full list of mosques in Singapore, visit www.muis.gov.sg/mosque shiok!”
* Do check in with the individual establishments on the facilities available.
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WHAT’S ON
OCTOBER
4-6 Oct 10- 12 Oct
Wine Fiesta 2019 The GREAT Wine & Dine Festival
Enjoy delicious food and wine pairings and attend The GREAT Wine & Dine Festival brings you a selection
seminars by revered experts in oenology. At this landmark of exclusive dishes by acclaimed celebrity chefs. Over
12th edition of Wine Fiesta, you can take your pick from 200 wines, including those nominated at the inaugural
over 250 different wines from around the world. Wine Pinnacle Awards, will also be featured.
www.winefiesta.com.sg www.thegreatfestival.com
Grand Hyatt Singapore Resorts World Ballroom, Resorts World™ Sentosa
Orchard HarbourFront
Image courtesy of Grand Finale by Hofesh Shechter
Company © Rahi Rezvani
9-11 Oct
International Chefs Summit Asia
(ICSA 2019)
ICSA 2019 focuses on Asian chefs, Asian restaurants and
ingredients that are unique to our region. Take part in panel
discussions, live cooking demonstrations and special
dinners held by renowned chefs from around the world.
10- 20 Oct
da:ns Festival 2019
www.icsaworld.com Award-winning dance companies and choreographers
Monti Fullerton Pavilion from around the world will descend upon Singapore to
Raffles Place
celebrate the 16th edition of Esplanade's da:ns festival.
Image courtesy of International Chefs Summit Asia
This 11-day festival will treat audiences to free and
ticketed showcases of classic and contemporary styles
of dance, including traditional dances of Asia. This year’s
highlights include international ballet superstar Carlos
Acosta’s dance company Acosta Danza, an epic street
dance showcase FULL OUT and award-winning
choreographer Hofesh Shechter’s latest work for Hofesh
Schechter Company, Grand Finale.
www.esplanade.com/dansfestival
Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay
Esplanade
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WHAT’S ON
11-12 Oct 26 Oct
Erdinger Oktoberbest 2019 UFC Fight Night Singapore
Don your lederhosen and celebrate Oktoberfest with lots UFC®, the world’s premier mixed martial arts (MMA)
of music, dancing, carnival games and, of course, organisation returns this year with the sport’s finest
Erdinger beer. Enter the mini German town that has athletes from around the globe, who will compete in the
sprung up in Clarke Quay and indulge in a mouth- Octagon at our Indoor Stadium. Leading up to this
watering spread of German delicacies, festive games and grand showcase, you can also meet athletes at Open
drinks. Admission is free. Workouts and meet-and-greet sessions.
www.clarkequay.com.sg www.ufc.com/Singapore
Clarke Quay Fountain Square Singapore Indoor Stadium
Clarke Quay Stadium
11-20 Oct
JeweLuxe® Singapore 2019
Take your pick of jewellery and timepieces by
world-renowned jewellery houses, designers and
watchmakers—the likes of Fred Leighton, Kwiat, Lorenz
Baumer, Maison Verney, Alessio Boschi, Paolo Costagli,
Dickson Yewn, Konstantin Chaykin, Fiona Kruger and
more. The largest jewellery and timepiece festival in
Southeast Asia, JeweLuxe® brings you the best value in
rare gems, jewels, works of art and cutting-edge
timepieces from around the globe. Admission is free.
www.jeweluxesingapore.com
Orchard Road, Tent@Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza
Orchard
31 Oct - 2 Nov
Clarke Quay Halloween Party 2019
This October, Clarke Quay will be transformed into
Halloween party central with live music performances
and spooky scare zones. Come dressed in your most
elaborate costume, take part in fun games and you’ll
stand to win attractive prizes. Clarke Quay’s numerous
bars and restaurants will also be rolling out special
theme parties and promotions.
www.clarkequay.com.sg
Clarke Quay Fountain Square
Clarke Quay
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WHAT’S ON
NOVEMBER
15- 17 Nov 16 Nov - 31 Dec
Boutique Fairs The King’s Fiesta
Discover sustainability- and design-oriented brands and Jurong Bird Park is the first wildlife institution outside of
their handcrafted apparel, shoes, accessories, jewellery the Philippines where guests can see the Philippine
and more. This multi-storey indoor market also indulges Eagle. Join us at Jurong Bird Park as we celebrate the
its guests in a wide range of food and beverages, as arrival of the ‘King of the Skies’ with music, dancing,
they pore through an array of art, fashion, furniture, games, face-painting and more. Young visitors will also
homeware and toys. learn more about birds of prey through various
edutaining challenges.
www.boutiquefairs.com.sg
F1 Pit Building www.birdpark.com.sg
Promenade Jurong Bird Park
Take bus 194 from Boon Lay MRT station
16 Nov - 31 Dec 16 Nov 2019 - 1 Jan 2020
Disney Tsum Tsum River Escapade
These holidays, join Disney Tsum Tsum on an Christmas on A Great Street
exhilarating escapade at the River Safari. The Tsum This Christmas, come celebrate Christmas on A Great
Tsums have dressed up to hang out with their river Street and discover “The Greatest Gift” on Orchard
friends. Put on your explorer gear and try to spot them Road. Create precious and memorable moments with
amid interactive experiences and insta-worthy photo your loved ones and immerse in the joyous spirit of the
opportunities! holiday season, in the company of the ever-endearing
Santa Claus. Another highlight to look out for is this
www.riversafari.com.sg year’s Great Christmas Village, which will return on a
River Safari bigger scale, offering many more amusement rides,
Take bus 138 from Ang Mo Kio MRT station “live” music performances and carnival food and drinks.
www.orchardroad.org/christmas
Orchard Road
19 Nov 2019 - 15 Mar 2020
Dhoby Ghaut, Orchard and Somerset
Suddenly Turning Visible:
Art and Architecture in Southeast Asia
1969–1989
22 Nov - 15 Dec
Southeast Asian art and architecture are Hermès petit h
manifestations of the dreams and development of our From the master artisans of Hermès, come whimsical
region. As you explore the reinvention of art objects birthed from Petit h; where objects are born
movements and vernacular traditions, you’ll discover from leftover materials, the latter breathing life into the
lesser-known links between modern art and former. Their challenge is to take a new look at
architecture through three influential regional art materials, to reinvent, innovate and create dreamlike
institutions: The Cultural Centre of the Philippines, the and useful objects. These one-of-a-kind creations are
Alpha Gallery in Singapore and the Bhirasri Institute of shown through a travelling caravan that will be coming
Modern Art in Bangkok. to Singapore.
www.nationalgallery.sg www.hermes.com/us/en/petit-h
National Gallery Singapore Hermès Singapore, Liat Towers, 541 Orchard Road
City Hall Orchard
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WHAT’S ON
22 Nov 2019 - 22 Mar 2020
Singapore Biennale 2019: Every Step in
the Right Direction
Helmed by Patrick Flores as the Artistic Director, Singapore
Biennale 2019: Every Step in the Right Direction focuses on
the imperative of making choices and taking the steps to
consider current conditions and the human endeavour for
change and betterment. This international contemporary
visual art exhibition will take place in multiple locations
across the city centre, including museums, galleries as well
as cultural and heritage venues.
www.singaporebiennale.org Various locations 28 Nov - 8 Dec
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of
Fleet Street
It’s the notorious English barber’s first time in
Singapore! The winner of 10 Tony Awards including
Best Musical and starring Tony Award winner Lea
Salonga, this riveting Broadway musical by Stephen
Sondhiem will bring you to the edge of your seat.
www.srt.sg/show/sweeney-todd
Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands® Bayfront
23-24 Nov
Neon Lights 2019
Groove to the music of local and foreign bands, while you
soak in the wide variety of art on display. Every year,
popular musicians from around the world fly to Singapore
to play at this weekend-long, multi-stage outdoor soiree,
held on the verdant slopes of Fort Canning Park.
29 Nov - 1 Dec
www.neonlights.sg
Fort Canning Park Fort Canning C3 Anime Festival Asia Singapore
(C3AFA)
C3AFA invites one and all to dive into Japanese pop
culture, fashion trends, anime and manga. The winner of
‘Best Leisure Event’ at the Singapore Tourism Awards
2019, this showcase will be graced by local and
international cosplayers, voice artists, singers, performers
and musical groups, whom you can get to know through a
variety of interactive programmes.
www.animefestival.asia
Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre
Promenade
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WHAT’S ON
DECEMBER
7-8 Dec 15 Nov 2019 - 20 Mar 2020
Singapore Comic Con Living Worlds: An Animal Planet
Singapore Comic Con is Southeast Asia’s ultimate Experience
celebration of the best of Western and Asian pop culture Created and produced by Kingsmen, in partnership with
content. From toys, collectibles, comics and e-sports to Discovery Inc. and Science Centre Singapore, Living
cosplay, there is something for everyone to experience! Worlds is a first-of-its-kind immersive wildlife exhibition
Don’t miss the chance to take photos with cosplayers that takes visitors on a trek through wild terrains.
and score the autographs of your favourite comic Unearth extraordinary tales direct from nature’s heart,
creators, illustrators and toy designers. You can also pick experience never-before-seen Discovery footage, and
up limited edition collectibles and take part in cosplay meet the videographers who bring these stories to life.
competitions at this annual extravaganza.
www.discoverydestinations/livingworlds
www.singaporetgcc.com Science Centre Singapore, The Annexe Jurong East
Marina Bay Sands® Bayfront
16 Nov - 31 Dec
8 Nov 2019 - 5 Jan 2020 Twilight Encounters 2019
Discover Nocturnal Wonders like the Armadillo, Pangolin
Poinsettia Wishes
and more in this night of fantasy and mystery. Be enthralled
Pretty poinsettias will take over
by keeper-animal interactions, light installations and other
Gardens by the Bay this Christmas
exciting activities at Night Safari’s Twilight Encounters.
season. Take an enchanting stroll
through different varieties of www.twilightencounters.sg
poinsettias arranged in mesmerising Night Safari
patterns and celebrate the holiday Take bus 138 from Ang Mo Kio MRT station
season with the most magical
festive floral display.
www.gardensbythebay.com.sg
29 Nov - 26 Dec
Gardens by the Bay
Bayfront
2019 Christmas Wonderland@Gardens
by the Bay
Revel in the festivities of Singapore’s very own European-
style Christmas extravaganza, Christmas Wonderland at
14-15 Dec
Gardens by the Bay. Be dazzled by luminarie light sculptures
from Italy, walk through a festive market and have a go at
Epicurean Market carnival games and rides. You can also look forward to being
At this celebration of premium food and wine, you can entertained by carollers belting out yuletide tunes.
savour the trademark dishes of celebrity chefs in
www.christmaswonderland.sg
sample size and taste hundreds of fine wines from Gardens by the Bay Bayfront
across the globe. Attend masterclasses led by
award-winning bartenders and chefs, then take your
pick from a plethora of fresh produce displayed in its
farmer's market.
www.marinabaysands.com/EpicureanMarket
Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands®
Bayfront
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29 Nov 2019 - 1 Jan 2020
Image courtesy of Resorts World Sentosa
RWS Christmas
Experience A Universal Christmas at Universal Studios
Singapore, where you can meet your favourite characters,
take a stroll through falling snow and hop aboard an
unforgettable sleigh ride with Santa. Celebrity chef
restaurants will also be rolling out special Christmas- and
New Year-themed menus. So don’t miss the Festive Roasts
and other takeaways like roasted turducken (a chicken
stuffed into a duck stuffed into a turkey), cookies, fruitcakes,
panettones, log cakes and more. As part of the resort’s
line-up, S.E.A. Aquarium’s Glowing Ocean will also return with immersive installations that offer a glimpse of underwater
spectacles like glowing plankton and bleached corals. Last but not least, Get Set Get Wet at Adventure Cove Waterpark
invites you to take part in ridiculously exhilarating water-based challenges and the Waterpark’s first-ever water parade.
www.rwsentosa.com/christmas
Resorts World Sentosa
HarbourFront
31 Dec
Clarke Quay New Year’s Eve Countdown Party 2019
Celebrate the last day of the year at Clarke Quay with electrifying live band performances, pop-up activities and
Instagram-worthy photo opportunities at Fountain Square. Party non-stop as the whole precinct is transformed by
theme parties and promotions, for a fantastic start to the New Year!
www.clarkequay.com.sg
Clarke Quay Fountain Square
Clarke Quay
31 Dec LEGEND
Marina Bay Singapore Countdown Arts & Entertainment
Ring in the new year at Singapore’s biggest year-end party! Aside from
catching the stunning countdown Culture & Heritage
fireworks display that will light-up the
iconic Singapore city skyline at
F&B
midnight, you can soak in the festive
atmosphere on New Year’s Eve with a
Nature & Wildlife
host of exciting celebratory
programmes around the bay.
Sports/Action
www.marinabaycountdown.sg
Marina Bay Shopping
Bayfront, Esplanade and Raffles Place
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PARK LIFE
A City in a Garden, Singapore is home to numerous green sanctuaries that are
easily accessed from the city centre.
1 3 5
01 03 05
Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park Gardens by the Bay Marina Barrage
A three-kilometre-long river flanked Spanning over 101 hectares of Built across the mouth of the
by wildflowers flows through this reclaimed land, this award-winning 350-metre-wide Marina Channel,
scenic park, which is a popular venue garden is home to the world’s Marina Barrage is Singapore’s 15th
for outdoor activities like cycling, tallest indoor waterfall and reservoir and caters to around 10%
jogging, tai chi (internal Chinese 16-storey-tall Supertrees. Spend of the nation’s water needs.
martial art) and yoga. Besides a your day in the conservatories and Responsible for alleviating floods in
variety of plants and birds, you will Far East Organization Children’s some of the lower-lying areas of the
also spot various soil bioengineering Garden before heading to the OCBC island, Marina Barrage also offers
techniques that are applied to Skyway to enjoy breath-taking water sports like kayaking and
stabilise these riverbanks. Biotopes waterfront views of the Marina sailing. Fly a kite or have a picnic on
naturally clean the river water and Reservoir and city skyline. End your its verdant roof, and be sure to stay
bioswales reduce surface run-off. night with the Garden Rhapsody, a till the evening to enjoy an
Occasionally visited by Singapore’s daily, dazzling light and sound show unhindered view of the sunset.
wild otter family, this park has a in the gardens.
wheelchair-accessible merry-go- www.pub.gov.sg/marinabarrage
round and swing that are both Marina Barrage,
www.gardensbythebay.com.sg
wheelchair accessible. 8 Marina Gardens Drive
18 Marina Gardens Drive
Marina Bay
+65 6420 6848
www.nparks.gov.sg Bayfront
Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1
Take bus 50, 53, 55, 58, 71 or 262
from Ang Mo Kio Bus Interchange
or Bishan MRT Station
04
02 The Southern Ridges
East Coast Park
Great for hiking and bird-watching, this
A popular hangout among families ten-kilometre trail provides you the
and sports enthusiasts, this lively opportunity to encounter the array of flora
park is where you can picnic, fly kites, and fauna that inhabit Kent Ridge Park,
cable ski and even play laser tag. HortPark, Telok Blangah Hill, Labrador
Rent a bicycle or a pair of rollerblades Nature Reserve and Mount Faber Park. The
and zip down its 15km stretch of highest pedestrian bridge in Singapore,
beach, along which an array of futuristic Henderson Waves is a popular
establishments serve local hawker photo spot with families, couples and
fare, drinks and fresh seafood. joggers. At the end of your trek, you can
take a scenic cable car ride to Sentosa from
www.nparks.gov.sg atop Faber Peak.
East Coast Park Service Road
Bedok, Eunos and Kembangan Labrador Park
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10 MUST DO’S
WHILE YOU’RE
IN SINGAPORE
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strong-smelling tropical fruit
that’s loved by many
Singaporeans.
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UNESCO World Heritage Site,
the Singapore Botanic Gardens.
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world’s largest display of
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ranked among the world’s best
nightclubs.
Take your own environmentally
friendly tour of Singapore. ave a drink at Manhattan,
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Download a bike-sharing app
Asia’s number one bar.
and explore our island via the
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in the world. oak in stunning views from
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300km long. the infinity pool atop Marina
Bay Sands®.
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AJ Hackett Sentosa.
I mmerse in local heritage at
our cultural precincts—
MORE THAN 80% Chinatown, Joo Chiat/Katong,
of households are within a ten-minute Kampong Glam and Little India.
walk from a park.
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TREASURES OF
LITTLE INDIA
Teeming with traditional sights, sounds and scents, Little India invites you to browse a wide
rangeofheritageandmodernsouvenirs.DiscovertheartistryandpracticesofthelocalIndian
community through interactive workshops and indulge in the bevy of dining options that
pepper the neighbourhood.
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Explore a colourful and
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01 historic temple
Dedicated to the Mother Goddess Sri Periyachi,
1 Sri Vadapathira Kaliamman Temple (555
Serangoon Road) began as a picture of this deity
under a banyan tree and gradually expanded into
an intricate temple. Take some time to admire its
huge statues and detailed reliefs, which were
recently refurbished. Some place their new-borns
at the feet of this guardian goddess to ask for her
blessings.
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2A 2B
02 Taste modern and traditional dishes
Tuck into western dishes with Southeast Asian twists, such as Asam Pedas Aglio Olio and Smoked Duck Lemak Chili
Padi, at halal-certified 2A The Malayan Council (22 Dunlop St) and order the restaurant’s Classic Ondeh Ondeh Cake
(cake layered with palm sugar filling and coated with desiccated coconut) for dessert. Along the same street,
traditional delicacies and creative desserts can be enjoyed at 2B The Singapura Club (102 Dunlop Street), which
shifted here from Tiong Bahru. Foodies seeking more traditional dishes should check out 2C The Banana Leaf Apolo
(54 Race Course Road), which serves classic Indian delicacies like its famous fish head curry.
3 Don’t miss the Deepavali Light-Up (7 Sep-10
Nov), which will deck Little India in colourful
decorations and lights. Check out the Indian
Heritage Centre’s Culturefest (22 Nov-1 Dec) too,
where you can learn about the history and
artistry of Singapore’s Indian community,
through panel discussions, performances and
workshops.
JALAN BESAR
Not too far from Little India, you can witness the
various facets of old and new Singapore by
taking a walk through historic Jalan Besar,
03 Discover endearing keepsakes which translates to "Big Road". Explore some of
its smaller roads, which are named after WWI
Take your pick from an array of traditional Indian generals, and discover beautifully restored
jewellery at 3A Malabar Gold & Diamonds (121 shophouses. Jalan Besar is known for its
Serangoon Road) and enjoy 24/7 shopping in vibrant cafe culture, where hip cafes like Chye
3B Mustafa Centre (145 Syed Alwi Road), a massive Seng Huat Hardware (150 Tyrwhitt Road) hold
shopping complex that sells everything from masterclasses on coffee making and coffee
traditional treats and tableware to toys and luxury appreciation. This historic road is flanked by
timepieces. Featured in the Wallpaper* City Guide, the places of worship like Abdul Gafoor Mosque (41
Louis Vuitton City Guide and Monocle, 3C Onlewo (129 Dunlop Street) and the Church of Our Lady of
Jalan Besar) translates to “safe and happy nest” in Lourdes (50 Ophir Road), along with popular
Chinese and retails everyday items like plates, restaurants like CreatureS (120 Desker Road)
business card cases, silk scarves, cushion covers and and Swee Choon Tim Sum Restaurant (183-191
glass sculptures emblazoned with motifs of Jalan Besar).
Singaporean culture.
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MAKAN TIME
Tuck into our city’s best local dishes.
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Hainanese Chicken Rice Kaya Toast Fish Head Curry
This Singaporean creation is adapted A traditional Singaporean breakfast A spicy and sour curry, this dish was
from the Wenchang chicken recipe of available at most coffee shops, introduced in Singapore by migrants
Hainan Island and was brought here these toasted bread slices are from India and adapted to local
by Chinese migrants. Featuring spread with a jam made from palates. Enjoy the tender meat of the
steamed or roasted chicken served coconut and eggs. Pair your kaya fish head that flavours the curry.
with chicken stock-flavoured rice, toast with soft-boiled eggs, which
Singapore’s rendition of chicken rice you can drizzle with black soya Enjoy at: The Banana Leaf Apolo
also places emphasis on the flavour sauce, and wash down your meal www.thebananaleafapolo.com
of its accompanying chilli and garlic with either kopi or teh, which are the 54 Race Course Road
sauces. Singaporean versions of coffee and +65 6293 8682
tea. Little India
Enjoy at: Chatterbox Mandarin
Orchard Enjoy at: Heap Seng Leong
333 Orchard Road Level 5 10 North Bridge Road #01-5109
+65 6737 4411 +65 6292 2368
Somerset Lavender
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Enjoy these sweet
treats at hawker
centres, traditional
4 dessert shops
and local bakeries.
Gulab Jamun
An iconic Indian dessert,
5 made of deep-fried flour balls
soaked in sugar syrup.
Chendol
An iced dessert topped with
green rice flour jelly, red beans,
coconut milk and palm sugar.
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Carrot Cake Hokkien Mee
Starkly different from Western-style One of Singaporeans’ favourite
carrot cake, Singaporean carrot comfort foods, this dish from
cake consists of white radish and China’s Fujian Province consists of
rice flour stir fried with garlic, eggs yellow and white noodles wok fried
and preserved radish. This with squid and prawns. A good
scrumptious yellow and white local plate of Hokkien mee is not just
favourite also has a black version juicy and flavourful, but also
Illustrations by Amanda Ang
that is doused with sweet soy accompanied by tasty chilli paste
sauce. and lime. Ice Kachang
Enjoy at: Redhill Food Centre Dig through its mountain of
Enjoy at: Newton Food Centre
Block 85 Redhill Lane #01-49 syrupy shaved ice to uncover a
500 Clemenceau Avenue North
Redhill base of palm seeds, jelly, red
Newton
beans and sweet corn.
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THE EAT LIST
Indulge in new epicurean experiences at these modern restaurants.
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Indigo Blue Kitchen Cheek Bistro Cloudstreet
As a personal tribute to Les Amis Replacing the now-defunct Opened by the Chef Rishi, who's
Group Chairman Mr Desmond one-Michelin-starred Cheek by also behind Cheek Bistro and its
Lim's grandmother, this Jowl, Cheek Bistro is the new predecessor Cheek by Jowl,
Peranakan* heritage restaurant is casual reiteration of the former. Cloudstreet is a 40-seater
where you can discover flavours of Helmed by husband-and-wife team, restaurant with an open concept
a bygone era. Savour Peranakan Chefs Rishi Naleendra and kitchen and a chef's table at the
classics like kueh pie tee (crispy Manuela Toniolo, Cheek Bistro heart of the restaurant. It
canapé cups), popiah (fresh spring serves modern Australian fare in showcases seasonal ingredients
roll with vegetables and assorted this casual dining establishment. through thoughtful dishes that
filling) and bakwan kepiting (a soup You'll find signatures like Oysters marry the multicultural influences
with meatballs made from mud with Smoked Tomato Granita and of the chef's Sri Lankan and
crabs, prawns and minced pork) in Waffle with Chicken Liver Parfait. Australian background. A
a soothing setting. For dessert, do give the Chocolate restaurant that focuses on food
Tart or Cheese Plate a try. and beverage parings, Cloudstreet
www.lesamisgroup.com.sg/ also has a wine programme that
indigo-blue-kitchen www.cheekbistro.com comprises over 350 natural and
Shaw Centre, 1 Scotts Road 21 Boon Tat Street classic-style wines.
#03-09/10/11 +65 6221 1911
+65 6235 3218 Telok Ayer www.cloudstreet.com.sg
Orchard 84 Amoy Street
+65 6513 7868
* The term is an Indonesian/Malay Telok Ayer
word that means “local born”, which
generally refers to people of Chinese
and Malay/Indonesian heritage.
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Min Jiang at Dempsey Kausmo The Dragon Chamber
Nestled in lush greenery, Min Jiang In Kausmo, decorated young chef Walk through the refrigerator of a
at Dempsey indulges its guests in Lisa Tang wishes to inspire quiet coffee shop in Boat Quay and
hearty Sichuan and Cantonese thoughtfulness and sustainability you’ll find yourself in a speakeasy
delicacies within an intricately through her ever-evolving menu of restaurant that serves irreverent
refurbished, one-storey colonial mod-Sin (modern-Singaporean) reinterpretations of Chinese
building. You can admire the dishes. Unlike most chefs, Chef classics. Indulge in creative main
restaurant’s beautifully tiled walls Lisa prepares her tantalising courses like Wagyu Truffle Beef Hor
and mosaic floor as you indulge in creations from secondary cuts of Fun (a soupy, thick noodle dish
its Legendary Wood-fired Beijing meat that are seldom used, served with premium Japanese
Duck. Don’t pass on Min Jiang at lesser-known vegetables that are beef), Flaming Pineapple Beef
Dempsey’s Heritage Treasures native to Singapore and seafood (served in a burning pineapple),
Platter, which includes crispy from small farming communities in and Firecracker Chicken and Maple
shrimp rolls, and deep-fried the region. Fritters, while enjoying the intricate
crabmeat with chicken liver and tongue-in-cheek artwork that lines
salted egg yolk. www.kausmo.com The Dragon Chamber’s walls and
Shaw Centre, 1 Scotts Road menu.
www.goodwoodparkhotel.com/ #03-07
en/dining/min-jiang-dempsey. +65 8126 8538 www.facebook.com/pg/
html Orchard TheDragonChamber
7A and 7B Dempsey Road 2 Circular Road
+65 6774 0122 +65 6805 8181
Farrer Road Clarke Quay
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ART IN THE CITY
Take in Singapore’s eclectic arts scene when you visit these immersive arts venues.
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Image courtesy of Singapore Art
Image courtesy Jeremy Paulin
Museum
The Parkview Art will spring up
01 Esplanade 02 Museum 03 across Singapore
You can discover different forms of Popularly referred to as “the Batman From 15 to 24 November, you will
performing arts in the Esplanade’s building”, the Art Deco-style be able to experience Singapore
many performance venues. Parkview Square houses a museum through a series of art events,
Tenanted by numerous that is open to the public free of tours, workshops and activations
Singaporean retailers and eateries, charge. This museum, located above held across the city. Key highlights
the Esplanade also hosts free the highly acclaimed ATLAS bar include the Singapore Biennale
outdoor concerts along Marina Bay (page 31), is known for holding 2019 (page 7), Affordable Art Fair
and offers guided tours that thought-provoking exhibitions, and special programmes held in
showcase the many facets of this including the current showcase, our cultural precincts—Chinatown,
captivating arts destination. Disturbing Narratives (running till 8 Little India, Kampong Glam and
Feb 2020), which comprises dark Joo Chiat/Katong. Check out
www.esplanade.com and enigmatic drawings, paintings, VisitSingapore.com or download the
1 Esplanade Drive photographs and videos. Visit Singapore Travel Guide app
+65 6828 8377 (page 3) for more details closer to
Esplanade www.parkviewmuseum.com the date.
Parkview Square, 600 North Bridge
Road Level 3 Various locations
+65 6799 6971
Bugis
HIGHLIGHTS OF VOILAH!
04 Re-Imagine Voilah! "No Taste for Bad Taste" Design
Exhibition 12 Oct-16 Nov
Catch a variety of concerts and some of the freshest French "Bear's Mouth" outdoor performance at
movies during the Voilah! French Singapore Festival 2019. This Gardens by the Bay 19-20 Oct
annual celebration will indulge you in unexpected experiences, French Film Festival 4-17 Nov
mixing French wines with Singaporean food, alongside sessions Naturalist Video-Mapping at Armenian Street 8-10 Nov
with French writers, scientists, performers and avant-garde artists.
Arts In Your Neighbourhood (AYN) 9-24 Nov
www.voilah.sg Various locations Visit Voilah!’s website for more details and activities.
18 — OCT/NOV/DEC 2019SHINE A LIGHT OF THANKS ON YOUR
BEST SINGAPORE TOURISM EXPERIENCES
It takes true commitment to bring about smiles through great experiences.
Show your appreciation for Singapore’s tourism stars, by nominating an establishment
or customer service representative for the Singapore Tourism Awards today!
The Singapore Tourism Awards celebrates both establishments and individuals for delivering
outstanding experiences and exceptional customer service. Organised by the Singapore Tourism
Board, the Awards is always open for nominations, and is held annually to recognise
the best within Singapore’s tourism sector.
NOMINATE IN 3 SIMPLE STEPS
PICK A CATEGORY
Tell us the type of tourism experience you enjoyed.
NOMINATE
Tell us why the individual or establishment deserves to win.
SUBMIT AND SHARE!
Submit your nomination and share your story.
Nominate now at www.SingaporeTourismAwards.comLOCAL SOUVENIRS
TAKE ME HOME
Take your pick from unique keepsakes by these local brands, which pay tribute
to Singaporean culture.
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Cat Socrates Supermama TWG
In this shophouse in Joo Chiat/ Supermama's most popular Besides a wealth of teas from
Katong, you’ll find books, magnets, products include stackable around the world, you can also
stationery, tote bags and other apartment block-inspired mugs, indulge in Singapore-inspired tea
accessories inspired by this colourful calendars and the iconic blends like Stamford Raffles Tea and
neighbourhood's colourful tiles and blue and white porcelain plates Singapore Breakfast Tea, along with
French reliefs. featuring famous Singapore tea-infused pastries, sweets and
landmarks. Other unique souvenirs desserts at TWG’s many salons.
www.cat-socrates.myshopify.com include sticker books based on local This Singaporean company’s
448 Joo Chiat Road artists' take on Singapore emblems. tea-scented candles and tea tasting
+65 6348 0863 sets make for great souvenirs.
Take bus 10 or 32 from Dakota www.supermama.sg
265 Beach Road www.twgtea.com
MRT Station
+65 6291 1946 Takashimaya, 391 Orchard Road
Level 2
Nicoll Highway
04
+65 6363 1837
Orchard
In Good Company
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In Good Company started in 2012
as a brand that focuses on
Old Seng Choong 06
minimalism. Today, this proudly Indulge in delicious cakes, cookies Klosh
Singaporean label stocks its wide and pies that are infused with local
range of understatedly elegant flavours like hae bee hiam (spicy Take your pick from Singapore-
apparel and accessories in major floss made of ground shrimp) and inspired home decor and lifestyle
cities around the world. Take your laksa (spicy coconut milk-based products at Klosh, a Singaporean
pick from men’s, women’s and noodle soup). Old Seng Choong's retailer themed on the art of gifting.
children’s clothes that are both chic premix sauces taste amazing You'll find cushions shaped like local
and comfortable. too—you can use them to cook traditional snacks (eg. pandan cake),
iconic Singaporean dishes like chilli plates that pay homage to classic
www.ingoodcompany.asia crab and Hainanese chicken rice in Peranakan design and even a
ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn your own kitchen. These products Singapore memories collection
#B1-06 come in packages that reflect local cardholder themed on Jewel Changi
+65 6509 4786 culture and heritage, and cookies of Airport.
Orchard different flavours can also be packed
together in gift-worthy boxes. www.klosh.online
Jewel Changi Airport #04-230
07 www.oldsengchoong.com
Design Orchard, 250 Orchard
+65 6214 3321
Changi Airport
Batu Lesung Road
Somerset
Named after the traditional pestle
and mortar that are used to make 09
many types of Asian sauces, Batu
Lesung Spice Company sells spice 08 Bynd Artisan
pastes like Rendang Rempah (a gravy Binary Style Bynd Artisan is well-known for its
of coconut milk and spices for simple and stylish carriers and
braising meat in), Panggang BBQ Best known for scarves themed on notebooks made from premium
Marinade (Malay-style barbecue icons of Singapore, Binary Style’s leather. You can also personalise
marinade) and Classic Curry. These apparel and accessories feature the bespoke items with Bynd Artisan’s
sachets come with instructions that Singapore River, our vibrant skyline, talented craftsmen. This
explain how to prepare classic cultural neighbourhoods and even environmentally conscious brand
dishes with them. prominent playgrounds. only uses paper that has been
sustainably and responsibly sourced.
www.batulesungspicecompany.com binarystyle.myshopify.com
Stocked at COMO Marketplace Isetan Scotts, 350 Orchard Road www.byndartisan.com
(17 Dempsey Road) Level 2 44 Jalan Merah Saga #01-54
+65 6225 3542 +65 9030 6465 +65 6475 1680
Farrer Road Orchard Holland Village
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SHOPPING TRAILS
Singapore indulges shoppers in a wide spectrum of products and experiences.
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DESIGN ORCHARD
Step into Design Orchard (250
Orchard Road), which immerses
visitors in over 70 brands by local
entrepreneurs. A multipurpose
space that incubates Singaporean
start-ups and social enterprises,
this unconventional shopping
01
destination holds pop-ups in
collaboration with local musicians
and F&B establishments too. In
Orchard addition to these, there are
monthly events that you can
Night At Orchard check out, including these this
Shopaholics will love Night At Orchard (along Orchard Road), a roving quarter:
pop-up concept happening on the first weekend of every month that will
treat them to the best of Singaporean fashion, art, design, gastronomy and • Film x Literature (Oct)
music. At these pop-up booths along our famous shopping street, you’ll get • Home for Xmas (Nov)
to meet the creators behind local souvenirs, and get to personalise • Shop in the Dark (Dec)
keepsakes for yourself and your loved ones. You can also have caricaturists
draw pictures of you, while enjoying fresh tunes from local buskers who You can also take in a panoramic
have been specially invited to perform here. view of Orchard Road when you
visit Design Orchard’s open-air
Somerset Markets rooftop event space.
Nearby, Somerset Markets (beside *SCAPE, 2 Orchard Link) showcases
enticing designs by local entrepreneurs. Avid shoppers can take their pick www.designorchard.sg
from arts, crafts, accessories, apparel and more, while being entertained by 250 Orchard Road
street performers.
ION Orchard's 10th Anniversary Celebrations: Aerial Spectacular featuring
BANDALOOP (USA)
As part of ION Orchard’s 10th Anniversary and in conjunction with the Autumn
Winter 2019 collections, ION Orchard will entertain shoppers with
performances by BANDALOOP, the pioneers of vertical dance, who will be
performing in ION Orchard’s Level 1 outdoor event space. This will be the
aerial dance troupe's first time performing in Orchard Road. There will be
three evening shows Friday through to Sunday, happening from 4-6 Oct.
Orchard and Somerset
* From 1 Jan 2019, all public areas within Orchard Road will become a designated No Smoking Zone (NSZ). Designated Smoking
Areas (DSAs) will be available at specified locations within the precinct. For more information, please visit www.nea.gov.sg/ORNSZ
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02 03 04
Marina Bay HarbourFront Civic District
The boutiques of local brands like Check out Singaporean brands like In this historic precinct from which
Chinese herb retailer Dragon Brand Charles & Keith, Benjamin Barker, Singapore's urban development
Birds’ Nest, and apparel and IRVINS, Mala Mala and The Hour began, Funan (107 North Bridge
accessories labels In Good Glass in VivoCity (1 Harbourfront Road) is a new experiential mall
Company (page 21) and Lisa Von Walk), which is one of Southeast that houses an urban farm, an
Tang stand alongside those of Asia's biggest malls. Take the new indoor cycling track, a rock climbing
international luxury brands in glitzy Boardwalk AdVENDture to Sentosa, wall, a food court that accepts
Marina Bay Sands® (10 Bayfront where you'll find cashless vending cryptocurrency payments, and
Avenue). Nearby, more dining and machines that dispense fresh food, numerous local brands like Love,
retail experiences await in Marina entertaining games, crafts by Bonito, Carrie K. and Beyond The
Square (6 Raffles Boulevard) and differently abled artists, souvenirs Vines. You can play a game in
Suntec City (3 Temasek Boulevard). themed on Singapore and Funan mall's fully unmanned futsal
Leading up to the Marina Bay hand-sketched scenes of court, pick up high-tech gadgets
Singapore Countdown 2019 (page Singaporean landmarks. Nab a bag and catch a musical in W!LD RICE
9), the banks of Marina Bay will be of Singapore-inspired snacks, like @ Funan's new 358-seater theatre.
lined by street musicians, fringe Fragrance Salted Egg Potato Chips, Enjoy robot-enabled handsfree
activities, pop-up art installations from these vending machines shopping and a 24-hour click-and-
and souvenir stalls. When you take before you make your way into the collect drive-through service when
a stroll around Marina Bay, you can ‘State of Fun’. you make purchases in Funan.
indulge in a bevy of food and drinks
and take part in interactive games. HarbourFront City Hall
Bayfront, City Hall and Esplanade
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EYE-OPENING TOURS
Sign up for these immersive tours to experience a very different side of Singapore.
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The Art of Chinese Meet our Communities: Original Chinatown Walk
Teochew Opera the Jewish History of by Indie Singapore
by Xperience DMC Singapore
by Jane’s Singapore Tours Take a stroll through Chinatown to
Discover the meanings behind the witness and experience the
intricate movements of Teochew On this informative excursion, you'll Singaporean way of life. Discover
Opera and learn to play its learn about the culture and hidden gems and savour local
traditional instruments. Third- contributions of Singapore's treats, as you learn about
generation performers from one of lesser-known Jewish community. A Singapore's hardworking
Singapore's last remaining Teochew knowledgeable guide will bring you forefathers and how a fishing
opera and puppetry troupes will to two beautiful synagogues, the village developed into a trend-
also show you their elaborate Mahalah old Jewish quarter and setting global city.
costumes and sets. historic Eden Hall, which was
originally designed for Jewish Tue & Fri 9.30am
Call in advance to make a booking merchant and hotelier Eziekel Chinatown MRT, Exit A
Pickup from Chinatown Manaesseh. Book at: www.indiesingapore.com
+65 6513 4337
Book at: www.xperiencedmc.com Call in advance to make a booking
+65 9879 2088
Book at: www.janestour.sg
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Street Art & Food Tour Magical River Singapore by Night
by Wok ‘N’ Stroll by The Walking Singapore by Tour East
Embark on an expedition through The landing point of many of Enjoy an alfresco dinner by the
Singapore's back streets, which will Singapore's first settlers, the Singapore River, then hop aboard a
let you taste Singaporeans' Singapore River now teems with bumboat that will bring you to Clarke
favourite foods. You will also see modern entertainment and dining Quay and Boat Quay, which were
contemporary street art—by mural options. Explore this magical river important landing points during this
painters Yip Yew Chong from on a river taxi in the evening, which trading port’s formative years. On
Singapore and Ernest Zacharevic will show you the beliefs and your voyage, you’ll also get to see the
from Lithuania—that embellish practices that early migrants skyscrapers of our financial district
these historic walkways. brought with them to Singapore. and visit the recently reopened
Raffles Hotel, where you can sip on a
Thu 9am Mon-Fri 6.30pm Singapore Sling while soaking in this
Tekka Market taxi stand on Race The Esplanade Mall, 8 Raffles historic hotel’s extravagant details.
Course Road (Little India MRT, Avenue #01-18
Exit C) Book at: www.thewalkingsingapore.com Daily 6.30pm
+65 8338 3571 Pickup from hotel
Book at: www.woknstroll.com +65 6738 2622
Book at: www.toureast.net
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JUST KIDDING AROUND
At these family-friendly establishments, loads of fun await both the young and the
young at heart.
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01
Kiztopia
Kids can cook, make music, learn various
arts and crafts, and hold parties in this
interactive indoor playground that opened
in June 2019. Kiztopia welcomes children
to ‘play to learn’ and ‘learn to play’ together
with their parents, in an augmented reality
basketball room, an indoor driving school,
bouncy castles, role play rooms, an indoor
train ride, a challenging obstacle course,
colourful slides and a massive ball pit.
www.kiztopia.com
Marina Square, 6 Raffles Boulevard #01-09
+65 6493 0211
Esplanade
02 2
Jurong Lake Gardens –
Lakeside Garden
Explore Singapore’s third national gardens,
after Gardens by the Bay and the Singapore
Botanic Gardens, with your family and you'll
discover intriguing spots like a tree made of
repurposed materials, a nature playgarden at
Forest Ramble and scenic boardwalks.
Inspired by the inhabitants of a freshwater
swamp forest, Forest Ramble is the largest
nature playgarden in Singapore’s heartlands.
Image courtesy of NParks
Visit Clusia Cove, which has a closed-loop
water recycling system where children can
experience simulations of coastal water
movements like tidal patterns, surface ripples
and directional currents.
Yuan Ching Road
1800 471 7300
Lakeside
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T-Hall.sg
T-Hall.sg welcomes thrill-seekers of all ages to take on
its various rock walls. Young families will love the
motion-sensor-operated games available on these
augmented climbing walls—portions of this wall light up
to facilitate mini games. T-Hall holds both classes for
beginners and climbing clinics for experienced climbers.
www.t-hall.sg
464 Crawford Lane
+65 9832 7656
Lavender
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The Polliwogs at VivoCity
Designed to promote parent-child bonding, The
Polliwogs' VivoCity outlet lets you have fun with your
children in indoor play arenas and entertainment
programmes. This huge playground has a separate play
area designed to help toddlers develop their motor
skills. Families can also customise exciting activities
and memorable parties with The Polliwogs FUN
ambassadors and enjoy free Wi-Fi in the comfortable
lounge.
www.thepolliwogs.com
VivoCity, 1 Harbourfront Walk #03-12
+65 6376 8097
HarbourFront
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ACTION & ADVENTURE
Thrill-seekers can become part of the action at these heart-racing
entertainment venues.
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Image courtesy of NERF Action Xperience
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NERF Action Xperience The Fragment Room
Foster stronger bonds with your friends and family in Take a break from your daily routine when you engage
the many activity zones of the new NERF Action in the most exciting form of therapy in the market.
Xperience. NERF fans young and old will love putting After you’ve donned protective gear, The Fragment
skills like stealth, speed and accuracy to the test in this Room invites you to decimate a room full of
18,000-square-foot child-friendly indoor complex. After breakables with a baseball bat. You can yell all you
having a blast in various arenas, you and your loved want and play your own music in these soundproof
ones can indulge in the NERF-themed merchandise, rooms, while you destroy glasses, electronic
food and beverages sold here. appliances, vases and more. You can even pay more to
annihilate additional items like laptops and TV sets.
www.nerfax.com.sg The Fragment Room also offers special packages that
Marina Square, 6 Raffles Boulevard #01-208 let you break unlimited items or neon-lit items.
Esplanade
www.thefragmentroom.com
490 MacPherson Road
+65 6970 0343
Mattar and Tai Seng
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ZOVB Singapore Mega Adventure — Singapore
For a memorable gathering, invite your friends and Enjoy exhilarating views of Sentosa when you soar
family to ZOVB Singapore. The land-based activities through the air on Mega Adventure's ziplines. Not only
available at this unique establishment include bowling are you welcome to take on the 75-metre-high,
down giant pins with you as the player in the centre of 450-metre-long MegaZip, which stretches from the
the ball, and hurtling down a hill while inside this jungle canopy of Imbiah Hill to the sands of Siloso
air-cushioned hamster ball. The water version of the Beach, you can also challenge yourself and race your
ZOVB ball can be rented for pool parties. You and your friends on the MegaClimb, which will take you through
party can also take part in challenging team games like Sentosa’s canopy of Eucalyptus trees. Take a leap of
dodgeball, futsal and Capture the Flag, while each of faith when you take a MegaJump, which recreates the
you are sheathed in the smaller-sized BLOOP ball. feeling of free-fall parachuting without the need of an
airplane, and try to execute circus-style acrobatics on
www.zovbsg.com the MegaBounce afterward.
116 Jalan Bukit Merah #01-1655
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FRIGHT NIGHT!
Hailed as the best Halloween event in the region, Universal Studios
Singapore™ Halloween Horror Nights (27 Sep-31 Oct) dares you to step
into hair-raising haunted houses inhabited by a host of ghouls and spectres.
This world-renowned theme park is filled with exclusive merchandise, your
favourite Universal Studios characters and thrilling roller coaster rides.
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