Pack your bags and get ready for a day of fun in the sun! Whether you’re looking for a chill day out with friends or an action-packed family trip, there are so many things to do in Sentosa beyond just visiting Universal Studios Singapore. Check out our recommendations for a jolly good time. ✨

How to get to Sentosa Island?

You can get to Sentosa Island by car or via the boardwalk, but you can also opt for the Sentosa Cable Car or the Sentosa Express train for better views. Once you’re on the island, you can get around by hopping on the Sentosa Express, Sentosa Bus, or the Beach Shuttle trams.

01 • Splash around at Adventure Cove Waterpark

(Photo: Singapore Tourism Board)

Adventure Cove has 16 different attractions offering wet and wonderful fun for thrill-seekers and families alike. For a chill day, you can drift along the lazy river and take in the sights of 14 themed zones, including an underwater tunnel brimming with sea creatures. Kids can get their fair share of fun at smaller slides and shallower pools so they can have a splashing time while being safe.

Daredevils can race each other down the Dueling Racer slides or brave the heights of the Riptide Rocket, which is Southeast Asia’s first hydro-magnetic roller coaster. You can also get up close and personal with dolphins, rays, and sharks! 🦈

📍Address: Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 069269
⏰ Opening hours: 10am – 5pm daily
🌐 Website: rwsentosa.com/en/attractions/adventure-cove-waterpark

02 • Explore Singapore’s past with a time travel adventure tour at Fort Serapong

(Photo: Sentosa Time Travel Tour)

Discover what life was like in the 1800s at this abandoned historic fort. This is a tour for the senses — you’ll get to trek through the wilderness like a soldier, explore secret tunnels, and reenact missions to defend Singapore. Kids and kids-at-heart will be fascinated by the interactive activities.

The tour will bring you to the Battery Command Post and other exclusive sites used during World War 2. This unforgettable experience of discovering Singapore’s past is perfect for history buffs. 🧐

📍Address: Meet at the Sentosa Cove Village bus bay
⏰ Opening hours: Tues, Thurs, and Fri, 8.30am – 11am, 12pm – 2.30pm | Sat and Sun, 12pm – 2.30pm
📞 Phone number: 9115 0782
🌐 Website: sentosa.com.sg/en/things-to-do/events/a-taste-of-time-travel/

03 • Chill out at one of Sentosa’s beaches

(Photo: Today)

See the Sun peeking? That’s your sign to make the most of it, and what better way to do so than by soaking in some rays at either Palawan, Tanjong, or Siloso Beach!

For a laid-back picnic, pack a basket full of snacks, grab a beach mat or towels, and find a shady spot under swaying palm trees or one of the gazebos. Snooze, listen to music, read a book, or just watch waves gently lap the shore. If you’re feeling active, check out Ola Beach Club at Siloso, where you can rent paddleboards and kayaks or just sit back and relax with a cocktail or two. As night falls, stick around for a beachfront movie under the stars at Southside. 🍹

⏰ Opening hours: Beaches are open 24 hours daily. Operating hours differ for beach clubs, restaurants, and other shops
🌐 Website: Palawan Beach, Tanjong Beach, and Siloso Beach

04 • Splurge on a glam staycation

(Photo: The Secret Life of Fatbacks)

Staying in one of the island’s luxurious beachfront hotels is the ultimate treat you can give yourself this holiday season. Live it up in a spacious suite with panoramic sea views like W Singapore at Sentosa Cove. Chill in a private cabana at their massive outdoor pool or decompress with a top-notch spa. For extra-special occasions, check out the luxurious Extreme Wow Suite, which has a private plunge pool and an in-suite bar.

For a more secluded and rejuvenating escape, check into Capella Singapore. The staff at this lavish hideaway can even help you plan a personalised itinerary, with activities like cooking masterclasses and cocktail making.

W Singapore – Sentosa Cove
📍Address: 21 Ocean Way, Singapore 098374
📞 Phone number: 6808 7288
🌐 Website: marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sinwh-w-singapore-sentosa-cove/rooms/

Capella Singapore
📍Address: 1 The Knolls, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098297
📞 Phone number: 6377 8888
🌐 Website: capellahotels.com/en/capella-singapore

05 • Watch the enchanting Wings of Time laser light show

(Photo: Sentosa Wings of Time)

The spectacular Wings of Time show comes to life when the sun goes down. This dazzling outdoor laser light and water show combines dramatic effects and surround sound with the open sea as the backdrop. It tells an engaging tale of friendship and courage while paying tribute to local stories. 💥

Choose between standard and premium seats according to your preference. Either way, your heart will race excitedly as fireworks shoot into the starry night sky. Make sure to be on time, as there are only 2 shows a day.

📍Address: Beach Station, Sentosa
⏰ Show times: 7.40pm and 8.40pm
🌐 Website: sentosa.com.sg/en/things-to-do/attractions/wings-of-time

06 • Zoom around Sentosa’s Skyline Luge

(Photo: Sentosa Skyline Luge)

One of the classic adventures to experience on Sentosa Island is the Skyline Luge, with 4 thrilling paths to choose from. Expect hairpin turns and looping slopes as you race down the 688m Dragon Trail, which is full of twists and turns through the jungle. You can also choose to cruise through the winding tunnels of the 628m Expedition Trail. For an enhanced experience, give the trails a whirl at night when they’re lit up with vibrant lights. These exhilarating paths are great for adventure seekers of all ages. Buckle up and prepare yourself for a wild journey!

📍Address: Imbiah Station, Sentosa
⏰ Opening hours: Sun to Thurs, 10am – 7.30pm (last admission at 6.30pm) | Fri and Sat, 10am – 9pm (last admission at 8.15pm)
🌐 Website: sentosa.com.sg/en/things-to-do/attractions/skyline-luge-singapore/

07 • Get your adrenaline going with bungee jumping and ziplining

(Photo: Sentosa Mega Adventure Park)

Looking for an adrenaline rush? Head to the Mega Adventure Park and zoom over the treetops on a 450m zipline that takes you across the Imbiah Hill Jungle, Siloso Beach, and the S.E.A. Aquarium. You can also show off your acrobatic abilities at the bungy trampolines, which will send you soaring into the sky over Siloso Beach.

For the more adventurous, don’t miss the MegaClimb and the MegaJump for a 36-obstacle treetop course and a 15-metre freefall experience with a parachute simulator.

📍Address: 10A Siloso Beach Walk, Singapore 099008
⏰ Opening hours: 11am – 6pm daily, operating hours vary for each activity
🌐 Website: sg.megaadventure.com/

08 • Immerse yourself in nature with Sentosa Intertidal Exploration

(Photo: Sentosa Intertidal Explorations)

Learn about Sentosa’s coastal marine life with guided tours led by experienced nature facilitators. Through their thoughtfully designed evening walking programme, you’ll discover swimmer crabs, sand gobies, and more native creatures in their natural habitat. Use the provided torchlight to take a peek at the hidden lives tucked away in marine intertidal zones and observe the gorgeous corals growing in the shallows. These educational adventures are totally worth it for young families with curious little ones. 🐡

📍Address: Meet at Siloso Point Station outside the 7-Eleven
⏰ Opening hours: Times for each tour vary according to the tide. Check the website for more details before booking.
🌐 Website: sentosa.com.sg/en/things-to-do/events/sentosa-intertidal-exploration

09 • Create a custom perfume at Scentopia

(Photo: Wah So Shiok)

Here’s your chance to be a perfumer for a day! Kick off your experience with a personality quiz to find out what scent suits you best. Then, the friendly staff will guide you through the process and help you pick out notes that match your vibe. Mix and match from 200 different scent oils to invent your very own perfume combination. Whether you prefer floral, fruity, or musky — the possibilities are endless.

At Scentopia, you can create your own unique scent with its high-tech, touchless perfume-making bar. You can also take part in free scented tours and experience over 300 augmented reality situations. Go with friends, or make it a romantic evening date. If you want to bring the experience home, you can buy a DIY kit with everything you need to create your custom scent.

📍Address: 36 Siloso Beach Walk, #01-04 Sentosa, Singapore 099007
⏰ Opening hours: 11am – 7pm daily
📞 Phone number: 8031 7081
🌐 Website: sentosa.com.sg/en/things-to-do/attractions/scentopia/

(Featured image adapted from: Singapore Tourism Board, The Secret Life of Fatbacks, Sentosa Skyline Luge, and Sentosa Time Travel Tour)

Have a blast!
June ☀️