25 amazing free things to do in Singapore right now (updated)

Upper Seletar Reservoir Park is the perfect place to stroll for nature lovers and history buffs. In particular, the park is hiding a secret landmark named Seletar Rocket Tower. Visitors can climb up to the top of tower and be treated to gorgeous views of the green hills and water or even stargaze at night. Wonderfully, it’s all for FREE.

Singapore Odyssea is a new permanent exhibition at Shaw Foundation Glass Rotunda. It tells the story of Singapore’s history through innovative storytelling. A Journey Through Time features digital installations, animated scenes inspired by both historical events and local legends, and more. Get the details. Wonderfully, it’s one of the best free activities in Singapore.

Wondering where to catch free concerts in Singapore? Well Music lovers can go to free performances every night at the Esplanade. Head down to the DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre to enjoy music shows, dance numbers, comedian stints, and more exciting performances. See the list of upcoming programmes.

Embrace your inner Wonka with a visit Singapore’s cool chocolate factory. Mr Bucket Chocolaterie Dempsey Factory is the ultimate place to feel as if you’ve fallen into Wonka’s chocolate factory. The unforgettable free-to-enter experience is already an excellent no alcohol activity so it makes a great family day out. Read all about it here. Definitely, one of the best things to do in Singapore for free.

Sentosa Sensoryscape is a 350-metre-long, multi-sensory walkway connecting Resorts World Sentosa directly to the beaches. It features six diverse sensory gardens to engage all your senses. Notable gardens include Lookout Loop, Scented Sphere offering a unique sensory experiences. The best part: it’s totally free. Plus, it’s one of the best things to do at night using the light art and augmented reality feature.

Looking for free indoor activities to do with kids on a rainy day? National Gallery’s Keppel Centre for Art Education offers many free activities for families with children to engage in a world of art together. Meanwhile, there’s workshops, interactive learning zones, immersive games, and much more. Definitely, one of the best free rainy day activities in Singapore.

Mandai Wildlife Reserve’s Mandai Boardwalk is a scenic 3.3km trail to explore for free in Singapore. The wheelchair-friendly boardwalk skirts the perimeter of River Wonders and Singapore Zoo, offering stunning views of the Upper Seletar Reservoir and the Central Catchment Nature Reserve. Visitors can enjoy glimpses of zoo animals and stop by five thematic stations inspired by local ecosystems. Learn more. Definitely, one of the best free nature walks in Singapore.

Situated in Chinatown, this Buddhist compound is one of the most famous temples in Singapore. Built in 2007, it’s made from 320 kilograms of gold, boasting iconic designs, and it even has a rooftop garden. At night, it lights up the sky, creating a stunning view, and it’s totally one of the best free things to see in Singapore. Plus, it’s a top instagrammable spot!

Why not head to Terminal 3 at Changi Airport to watch all your favourite movies at ST3Ps? and the best part is that it’s free-of-charge. Perch yourself on the steps and get excited by epic movies being screened on a huge screen, just like the cinema. Find out what’s on this month via the Changi Airport website. Otherwise, the new Nightflix Somerset takes place every first Saturday of the month along Orchard Road.

Singapore’s first outdoor art gallery is hidden along Muscat Street and it’s totally FREE to wander. The alleyways are decked out in colourful designs, vibrant wall murals, graffiti, and pop culture elements by popular multi-disciplinary artist PrettyFreakyFantasy among more than 30 other artists from places like Malaysia, France, China, and more. If you love photoshoots, this is the perfect place to capture ig-worthy moments.

Discover Singapore’s revamped Chinese and Japanese Gardens at Jurong Lake Gardens. The exotic nature park opened to the public recently after five years of reconstruction works. Today, the gardens feature new attractions such as a Bamboo Groove, edible plants, cascading waterfalls, an ig-worthy cenote water feature, and much more. Learn more about the new gardens.

Meet larger-than-life dinosaurs at this outdoor display at Changi Airport. Discover more than 20 different creatures, from gigantic T-Rex’s to huge dinosaur eggs, there’s plenty to see for free on the 1km path. And, hey if you’re into dinosaurs like Ross from Friends, then who needs to take children. Absolutely, one of the best free things to do in Singapore.

Haw Par Villa is Singapore’s largest outdoor art gallery and a quirky colourful park enriched in Asian culture, history and religion. With more than 1,000 different sculptures…you won’t be bored. Excitingly, this park is free to enter. Did you know it’s also one of the most haunted locations in the city?

One of the best things to do at night in Singapore is the Marina Bay Sands Light Show. Named Spectra, it features an exotic 15-minute fountain of lights, lasers, and light projections, against the backdrop of the city skyline. Wonderfully, it’s free to see if you’re walking down along the bay.

Many museums and galleries are free to enter for citizens and permanent residents. While fees are generally low for travellers. Get educated on art at National Gallery Singapore, play with toys at MINT, see historical artefacts at National Museum Of Singapore, and plenty more. Discover the best museums and galleries.

Another one of the best free things to do in Singapore is to have a picnic at a scenic destination in Singapore. From East Coast Park, to Marina Barrage and Fort Canning…you can enjoy wonderful views. Discover our picnic places guide in Singapore.

Singapore Changi Airport is known as one of the world’s best airports with a nature-themed complex, shopping, unique attractions, and regular pop-ups with cool installations. Some selected activities cost money but majority of the sights are free to see such as Jewel, themed installations, and more. Find out the best things to do at Changi Airport.

If you’re strapped for cash, one of the best free things to do in Singapore is stroll through these magical gardens. Night or day, perch yourself under the Supertrees, pose under a majestic skyline, admire wildlife, and plenty more activities. Additionally, you can attend the free Light and Sound Show, Garden Rhapsody. Indeed, Gardens By The Bay offers many free attractions.

Spend the day out in Sentosa at golden beaches like Silosa Beach or Tanjong Beach. Sentosa’s free beaches are the perfect place to relax in the sunshine, unwind with a book, have a picnic, or even explore the Southernmost Point Of Continental Asia on the small islet connected to Sentosa via a suspension bridge.

Little India was named one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world in recent years. So why not use our Little India guide and find out about the best things to do in the area.

As one of the greatest green cities on earth, we’ve got some of the best green sanctuaries in the sky that offer the perfect escape. From CapitaSpring to Esplanade Roof Terrace, and Funan Urban Farm, there’s plenty of place to reduce your stress amongst nature. Learn about the best rooftop gardens in Singapore. Wonderfully, most of them are free entry.

Why not have a chilled day alone and be transported to a world of literary geniuses? Dig into wonderful books at one of the best libraries around Singapore. For example, Library @ Orchard boasts pretty shelves with hundreds of books while Bedok Library offers more than 200,000 titles. Read about the best libraries to visit here.

Anyone with an appreciation for art and culture will love Singapore’s Muslim Quarter filled with beautiful street art, quirky colourful 19th century shophouses and trendy murals. Additionally, it’s one of the most instagrammable places to see in Singapore.

On a good day, why not take on one of Singapore’s best hikes? From the treetop walk at MacRitchie Reservoir to strolling along Henderson Waves…we’ve already listed the best hiking trails in Singapore here.

Chinatown in Singapore was named one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods in 2023. Luckily, we’ve created the ultimate guide which includes free activities in Chinatown. From one of the oldest developments People’s Park Complex to wandering quirky shops, and more hidden gems…it’s a popular place to pass a few hours without spending money. Get our guide.