We all know the feeling, Singapore is expensive since it has one of the highest cost of livings worldwide. But there are a few budget-friendly activities that allow visitors and locals to experience the best of Singapore’s culture, heritage, nature and cuisine without breaking the bank. From exploring lush green spaces like Gardens By The Bay for free, to hiking through mangroves, hopping on unique adventures, and more…there’s plenty of free things to do and fun cheap activities around the island-state. Here are 12 of the best cheap things to do under $15 in Singapore.
1. Unleash your inner Wonka
Go on a chocolate adventure at Mr. Bucket Chocolaterie Dempsey Factory which is free to explore in Singapore. The chocolate factory takes inspiration from ”Charlie And The Chocolate Factory” aiming to provide an immersive chocolate experience. Some hands-on activities such as creating your own chocolate bar cost around $20. But you can buy chocolate produces from The Dispensary or indulge on chocolate-based products at the cafe for under $15. Definitely, this is a must-visit for chocolate lovers in Singapore. Learn more about Mr. Bucket Chocolate Factory.
2. Sing your heart out
Karaoke is a cheap form of entertainment and one of the most unique things to do in Singapore. In fact, the popular K Star offers cheap room rentals in most of their outlets in Singapore. For instance, enjoy this cool activity from $25 per Thematic Room per hour during Happy Hour which caters up to six people. That’s less than $4.50 if you have six people to go with. Otherwise, it’s $35 during regular hours which is still inexpensive for a group.
3. Get educated at a museum
Many museums in Singapore offer free admission, especially for Singaporean citizens and Permanent Residents (PRs). Highlights include National Gallery Singapore, Asian Civilisation Museum, NUS Museum, and more. Otherwise, you could pay as little as $10 with a discount to enter cool immersive experiences such as Bubble Planet and Monet Inside. Find the best museums in Singapore.
4. Battle it out in a game of bowling
Why not grab your friends or family for a classic game of bowling where rates around Singapore are as low as $3.50 per game? It’s certainly a great way to bond with friends, family, or even a date.
5. Indulge at a hawker centre
Hawker centres are another exciting cheap place to go in Singapore. Whether you’re alone or with friends, foodies can sample some iconic Singaporean dishes and regional delicacies at a low price. From Maxwell Food Centre to Chinatown Complex, Lau Pa Sat, and more…there are dozens of affordable and authentic hawker centres in Singapore. Plus, you need to try the famous chicken rice at the world’s cheapest Michelin-star restaurant, Liao Fan Hong Kong Soya, in Chinatown.
6. Rent a bike along East Coast Park
Why not spend the day at one of Singapore’s best parks admiring the scenic coastline? Indeed, East Coast Park offers a myriad of family-friendly outdoor activities, from beach volleyball to ocean sports, and more. Particularly, you can rent a bike for just $10 an hour to explore the coastal park and beach.
7. Try Singapore’s first floor is lava challenge
This fun indoor activity, The Floor Is Lava, is an exciting thing to do with a group or data. The 25-minute session requires contestants to step on as many blue and green squares as possible while avoiding the red squares which represent lava. Each player has five lives. Wonderfully, the unique game costs just $15 per person.
8. Hop on the ferry to Pulau Ubin
Immerse yourself in the best of Singapore’s natural environment by taking the ferry to the rustic island of Pulau Ubin. Ferry tickets begin at $4 and you can hike or bike around the scenic island to enjoy a mix of history, culture, and nature – all without breaking the bank of course. Bring a packed lunch so you can have a picnic on your day trip to Pulau Ubin.
9. Walk above the majestic supertrees
A must-visit attraction in Singapore is hidden within Gardens By The Bay. The OCBC Skywalk is a 128-metre-long walkway, suspended 22 metres above the ground, offering panoramic views of the gardens, Marina Bay, and beyond. If you haven’t yet experienced the spectacular vistas, it only costs $14 for adults and $7 for children. Marvel at golden hour, delight in the Garden Rhapsody Light Show, and much more. Certainly, it’s one of the best viewpoints in Singapore. Meanwhile, other cheap activities in the gardens include entrance into Flower Dome and Cloud Forest.
10. Put your skating skills to the test
The popular indoor roller skating rink, HiRoller, is another exciting cheap thing to do in Singapore. The family-friendly activity offers visitors a thrilling roller skating experience at Downtown Eat. Prices begin at $12 on weekdays and $15 at the weekends for two hour sessions. Although, there’s an extra fee for rental of equipment. In fact, this is one of the best date ideas in Singapore.
11. Enjoy a picnic and witness the best sunsets
One of the best free things to do in Singapore is witness one of nature’s greatest beauties: a sunset. Nothing beats a shimmering sunset in places like Marina Barrage, Fort Canning Park, and Sentosa’s beaches. Get our list of the best sunset locations here. Make things even more exciting by filling up your shopping basket with some cost-free goodies, and packing the picnic blanket, for a food extravaganza under the sunset.
12. Marvel at Gelam Gallery
Why not explore Singapore’s first outdoor art gallery in the neighbourhood of Kampong Glam? Gelam Gallery features picture-perfect murals, mosaic artwork, and cool graffiti by artists from around the world along the back lanes of Muscat Street. Certainly, the ig-worthy destination is the perfect place to wander for free if you’re a photo lover.
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