Our 3 day Singapore itinerary will talk you through what to do, where to eat and where to stay, making it easy to plan your Singapore family vacation.
It’s known as the Garden City and the Gateway to Southeast Asia.
It’s renowned for its incredible architecture, diverse food scene and that building – the Marina Bay Sands.
But just how much can you fit in if you only have 3 days in Singapore?
Our 3 day Singapore itinerary will talk you through what to do, where to eat and where to stay, making it easy to plan your Singapore family vacation.
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Day 1 Singapore Itinerary with Kids
Morning: Singapore Zoo
Start your trip with a visit to the Singapore Zoo, one of the best urban zoos in the world.
A natural rainforest setting about 30 minutes north of the city centre, easy to reach by taxi/Grab.
Insider Tip: Start the day with breakfast with the animals to enjoy a truly unique Singaporean experience with Orangutans!
It can get really hot, so recommended you spend the morning there from opening time to beat the crowds and take the kids bathers to cool off at the end at the splash pad.
Buy your advance tickets to Singapore Zoo here.
Lunch & Afternoon: Chinatown
From Singapore Zoo it is easiest to take a taxi back to town for lunch. We love to head for Dim Sum in Chinatown at Yum Cha (corner of Trengannu and Smith streets).
After lunch, explore around Chinatown including the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum, Chinatown Heritage Centre and, of course, shopping!
Evening: Hawker Centre
Have dinner at one of Singapore’s famous hawker centres.
The two most accessible in the city centre are Lau Pa Sat (famous for its Satay street) and Makansutra Gluttons Bay .
Alternatively, try One Fullerton or Clifford Pier for al fresco dinner with views of the Marina Bay Sands and catch the nighttime light show at 8pm.
Day 2 Singapore itinerary with kids
Sentosa Island
Start early in the day with Universal Studios, rides and attractions themed around kiddy favourites such as the Minions, Shrek and Sesame Street.
There are rides and entertainment here for everyone, from toddlers to teens so the whole family will have a blast.
Insider Tip: It is definitely worth investing in an Express Pass, as no one wants to be stuck queuing with kids on a hot day. The park is pretty consistently busy year-round.
Buy your Universal Studios Singapore tickets here.
Lunch: Hit the Beach
Jump on the Sentosa Express monorail at Resorts World Sentosa and be whisked directly to the beach, where you will find plenty of family-friendly beachfront dining.
Some of our favourites include:
- FOC – this Mediterranean restaurant has a beach club vibe with a swimming pool to cool off in and pumping music. Food is a delicious selection of hot and cold Spanish tapas that can be eaten poolside or on the sand.
- Coastes – one of Sentosa’s oldest beach restaurants is still one of our favourites. It offers a laid-back atmosphere, cold beers and comfort food. It is located on a lovely stretch of beach with easy access to the water, so perfect for families.
- Trapizza – this beachfront pizza restaurant has long been a favourite with Singapore families thanks to its delicious wood-fired thin-crust pizzas. Pasta and Italian mains are also on offer.
Afternoon: Hang on Sentosa
Spend the rest of the afternoon enjoying what’s on offer on Sentosa. There are 3 beaches on Sentosa, and loads of other fun things to do, including:
- Singapore Oceanarium – huge aquarium, great idea for an indoor activity to escape the heat.
- Skyline Luge – scream if you wanna go faster! Fun downhill race for the family.
- Hydrodash – inflatable obstacle course off the beach at Palawan Beach.
- MegaZip Adventure Park – lots of adrenaline-inducing fun.
- Fort Siloso – war museum dedicated to the soldiers who lost their lives trying to defend Singapore.
Read more in our comprehensive Guide to Sentosa Island.
Day 3 Singapore Itinerary with Kids
Morning: Little India
Little India is one of Singapore’s most vibrant and colourful areas and completely unique.
Start the day with an Indian breakfast at the Tekka Centre food court. Then take a self-guided walking tour of Little India.
You’ll visit temples, shop for souvenirs and enjoy delicious Indian cuisine along the way.
Afternoon & Evening: Gardens by the Bay
Finish your trip with visiting the iconic Gardens by The Bay.
See the Supertrees (there is a walkway between them), and the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest – well worth the extra money to visit these giant domes.
Skip the lines and get your Gardens by the Bay tickets here.
Don’t miss the Far East Asia Organizations Children’s Garden – a great splash park and playground.
Stick around for the evening light show and see the supertrees at their best.
Further family activities in Singapore
3 days is great for a stopover, but it’s definitely worth staying longer if you want to fit in everything Singapore has to offer. Top suggestions you could add to this itinerary include:
- Singapore Night Safari
- River Wonders
- Bird Paradise
- Singapore Flyer
- Adventure Cove Water Park
- Singapore Botanic Gardens
- Plenty of great Singapore museums including the National Museum of Singapore, and the ArtScience Museum
You can see our full guide on Things to do in Singapore with kids here.