Although the name translates as “peace and tranquility” in Malay, there are plenty of thrilling action and adventurous activities to get up to when on Sentosa Island – Singapore’s sunny island playground paradise. From exciting, themed attractions like Singapore’s only cable car and Universal Studios, rousing underwater worlds, unique dining concepts, lush rainforest and sandy beaches…it offers a glorious day out for people of all ages. Here are 20 of our favourite Sentosa attractions.
Get your hands on the Sentosa Fun Pass for a bunch of tokens to spend on a selection of attractions on the island.
1. Break a sweat at Singapore’s only floating aqua park
Why not start your day in Sentosa with the ultimate water adventure at the beach? Hydrodash is Singapore’s first and only floating aqua park – a perfect challenge for people of all ages. There’s dozens of inflatable water obstacles to race, slide, and leap across on the ocean. Whether you want to conquer the Jump Tower, let your friends push you into the air on the Catapult, or test your skills across an action-packed inflatable course. Prices begin at $22 for one hour. Definitely, one of the best new Sentosa attractions.
📍54 Palawan Beach Walk, Singapore 098233
2. Be mesmerised by a colourful light show
Wings of Time is a hugely popular colourful night show in Sentosa. It features a majestic soundtrack, fireworks and 3D effects used to light up the night sky against the backdrop of the ocean at Siloso Beach. Read all about the experience.
50 Beach View, Singapore 09860
3. Try out Asia’s first indoor gamified electric go-kart
Asia’s first indoor gamified electric go-kart circuit is part of The Palawan @ Sentosa. HyperDrive offers 36 eco-friendly, electric go-karts with zero tailpipe emission, where drives can enjoy a mix of real-life racing and virtual gaming, around a three level track, boasting 14 exciting turns. Twelve karts race at a time with novice karts racing up to a speed of 30km/h and advanced karts at 50km/h. Plus, there’s a HyperDrive Cafe to elevate your race experience. Learn more.
📍54 Palawan Beach Walk, Singapore 098233
4. Hop into pictures at this quirky museum
Enter a world of optical illusions at the interactive Trickeye Museum originating from Korea. Jump into paintings, pose in front of peculiar artworks, become a hero in your own story and lots more fun. Plus, it’s one of the best things to do in Singapore.
📍80 Siloso Road, Southside, Blk B, #01-04, Singapore 098969
5. Enjoy a day at Sentosa’s best beach clubs
There are a number of beach clubs for a day-to-night party in Sentosa. For example, Tipsy Unicorn Beach Club along Siloso Beach is a new go-to destination for party-goers, music lovers, food enthusiasts, and fun seekers. Meanwhile, 1-Altitude Coast is one of our favourite rooftop destinations and the perfect place to watch the sunset with a cocktail to hand.
📍Various Locations
6. See the underwater world
S.E.A Aquarium is one of the largest aquariums in the world – home to more than 100,000 marine animals, representing 1,000 species across more than 40 diverse habitats. The aquarium offers a range of up-close animal encounters, immersive experiences, and interactive programmes, from exhibitions to diving with fish, and more for both children and adults to enjoy. Get tickets to S.E.A. Aquarium here.
📍8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
7. Hike to the Southernmost Point Of Continental Asia
This free outdoor attraction is the perfect way to get your steps in. Why not hike to the tiny islet, over the instagrammable floating bridge, at one of the best beaches in Singapore. Visitors can wander around two viewing towers, take scenic pictures, and relax against the backdrop of the ocean.
📍 Palawan Beach, Sentosa, Singapore
8. Zipline across Sentosa Island
Mega Aventure Park operates a popular 36-obstacle treetop called MegaClimb, and a MegaZip flying fox line, spanning 450m, that zooms through the sky at 60km/h. It’s the perfect activity to get your heart pumping, and embrace your inner Tarzan as you soar through the jungle.
📍10A Siloso Bch Walk, Singapore 099008
9. Race down hills on sky rides
Sky Luge Singapore is a gravity-fueled thrill ride involves hopping in a unique 3-wheeled luge cart and sliding down 4 purpose-built tracks with nerve-racking hairpins, tunnels and through mystical forests from the top. Riders can control the speed of the cart and you can jump onto the scenic skyride to get back up the mountain for another slide.
📍1 Imbiah Rd, Singapore 099692
10. Take to the skies
SkyHelix Sentosa is the tallest open-air, 360-degree panoramic ride in Singapore, and the first carbon-neutral attraction on Sentosa Island. It involves riders sitting on a gondola, for 12 minutes, that slowly rises 79 metres above the sea level. Learn more via our review of the experience. Get tickets for SkyHelix here.
📍41 Imbiah Rd, Sentosa, Singapore 099707
11. Wander through the Forbidden Forest
This isn’t opening until February 3, but we’re super excited and you need to grab tickets soon because they are selling FAST. Singaporeans are invited to embark on the Forbidden Forest Experience outdoor walk and explore the Wizarding World like never before. The world-famous experience features magical creatures from the Harry Potter™ and Fantastic Beasts™ films, and more to make you feel like you’re wandering around near Hogwarts. Learn more.
📍 Sentosa Coastal Walk, Singapore
12. Go wild at Universal Studios
Enjoy more than 28 rides across this thrilling adventure park, which is one of only six Universal Studios worldwide. From zooming down rollercoasters, to wandering through six different zones, from Hollywood to New York, and plenty of showcases…it’s the ultimate day of thrills. Absolutely, one of the best things to do in Singapore. Also, a superb date idea if you want to impress your someone special.
📍8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
13. Hop on Singapore Cable Car
Why not treat yourself to a 360-degree views of the Lion City, Faber Peak and beyond, paired with a delicious lunch at one of the best rooftop dining destinations, Arbora, in Singapore? Get tickets for Singapore Cable Car on Fever.
📍109 Mount Faber Rd, Mount Faber Peak, Singapore 099203
14. Escape to a VR world
Singapore’s first virtual reality theme park is in Sentosa where you can dive into a number of thematic experiences for some mind-blowing fun. Escape the howling winds of a snowy blizzard, loop-de-loop in a rollercoaster, team up to defeat the zombies or combat the killer robots at high altitudes are just some of the insane VR experiences you can play.
📍80 Siloso Road, Southside Blk B, #01-03, Singapore 098969
15. Bungy Jump, Giant Swing or Skybridge at AJ Hackett
One of the best views of Siloso Beach on Sentosa is when you’re plummeting towards the ground from 50-metres in the air, a bungy cord strapped to your ankles and bouncing back up again and again until you come to a complete stop. It’s heart-in-your-mouth sightseeing just like the Giant Swing that will hurtle you towards the beach at speeds of 100km/h and more. Otherwise, AJ Hackett’s Skybridge is a 40-metre walkway with see-through sections to make you feel as if you’re walking through the air.
📍 Sentosa Island, Singapore
16. Go skydiving
17. Make a splash at the waterpark
When you’re finished playing at Universal Studios, why not cool off at this delightful waterpark? Adventure Cove Waterpark is Southeast Asia’s first hydro-magnetic coaster and rainbow reef, say hello to colourful marine life, and enjoy plenty more adrenaline activities. Definitely, one of the most unmissable Sentosa attractions.
📍8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
18. Be captivated by Magical Shores
Every weekend, Siloso Beach brings the shores alive with a magical light and sound show from 7.30pm to 10pm. The multi-sensory experience is truly breathtaking and all for FREE. Just walk in and enjoy the show! Certainly, one of the best Sentosa attractions to check out this season.
📍Siloso Beach, Sentosa
19. Hangout at Central Beach Bazaar
Another one of the best Sentosa attractions is this iconic carnival beach experience that opened last year. The new day-to-night carnival beach and entertainment complex located at Siloso Beach, features a host of new attractions accompanying old favourites for people of all ages to enjoy. Wonderfully, organisers made the beloved Sentosa Musical Fountain free entry too. Read about it here.
📍80 Siloso Road, Southside Blk B, #01-03, Singapore 098969
20. Say hello to your favourite celebrities
Wax museums never cease to amaze people. The Madame Tussauds Experience is no different with star-studded wax people, a VR racing adventure and a cool boat ride. Take selfies next to famous film stars, international celebrities and local heroes. Don’t forget to get up close to your favourite Marvel characters while enjoying a 4D movie. Definitely, one of the best indoor Sentosa attractions to hide from the rain or sun.
📍40 Imbiah Road, Sentosa, Singapore
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