Top things to do in Singapore this weekend (19 – 21 July)
18/07/2024
4.6 min read
They say Singapore’s a melting pot of cultures from all over the world. And our vibrant food culture, including a healthy dose of fusion food, is a testament to it. Pair that with some zen activities and your fantastic weekend in Singapore is sorted. Here’s our latest guide on where to go, and what to do. 🤩
01 • Vatos Urban Tacos
(Photo adapted from: Timeout)
Vatos Urban Tacos combines Korean and Mexican cuisines to give you a double burst of zingy goodness. For starters, try their hearty Cheeseburger Spring Rolls before digging into their Korean Pork Belly Taco. The savoury twist from the pork belly contrasted with the tangy and spicy Mexican flavours makes for an explosive affair. 🌶️
📍 Address: 36 Robinson Road #01-01, City House, Singapore 068877
⏰ Opening hours: Mon to Fri, 11.30am – 10pm | Sat, 5pm – 10pm
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: vatossg.com
02 • Good Bites (halal)
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Tucked away at Bishan Sports Centre, this little halal food haven serves crowd favourites like the juicy Chicken Katsudo with Fries and other fusion surprises. Give their Tom Yum Pasta a shot — it’s a bold and flavourful mix of Western and Chinese elements. The best part about this place is that it’s open until 5am daily, which is perfect for hungry night owls.
📍 Address: 5 Bishan Street 14, Bishan Sports Hall #03-01, Singapore 579783
⏰ Opening hours: 11am – 5am, daily (Last order at 4am)
📞 Contact: 6970 0233
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: goodbites.com.sg
03 • Chifa!
(Photo from: Aracari)
We’ve never heard of Peruvian-Chinese food in Singapore until Chifa! came along. Did you know that “Chifa” is actually the official name for Peruvian-Chinese cuisine in Peru? Order the Chaufa Chijaukay, Peru’s version of fried rice, which is loaded with spices like ginger, garlic, and pepper. Another must-try is the Lomo Saltado Viru, a classic beef stir-fry dish with potatoes, Saltado sauce, rice, and more.
📍 Address: Level 2, Crockfords Tower, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore 098269
⏰ Opening hours: Mon to Tues, Thurs to Fri, 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 11pm | Sat and Sun, 12pm – 11pm
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: rwsentosa.com/en/restaurants/signature-restaurants/chifa
04 • Neon Pigeon
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Take a quick weekend trip to Japan at this modern izakaya-style eatery. Neon Pigeon is run by a chef who trained under Dutch culinary masters. Now, he seamlessly incorporates European flavours into classic Japanese dishes. Try their Tokyo Hummus, which uses edamame instead of chickpeas. The Okinawa Taco Rice, on the other hand, adds a delightful tangy twist to your palate.
📍 Address: 36 Carpenter Street, #01-01, Singapore 059915
⏰ Opening hours: 5.30pm – 11.30pm, daily
📞 Contact: 3138 2599
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: neonpigeonsg.com
05 • Axe-Factor
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Let off some steam at Axe Factor, where you get to show off your strength and accuracy by throwing axes at a target. It’s a great and safe way to melt away stress in our fast-paced society. This cathartic activity is also a great bonding activity with friends and family as you compete on scoreboards to become axe-perts.
📍 Address: 2 Gunner Lane, #02-04/05 Mess Hall Sentosa Block 17, Singapore 099567
⏰ Opening hours: 12pm – 10pm, daily
📞 Contact: 8923 8945
🌐 Website: axefactor.com
06 • Museum of Ice Cream
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The Museum of Ice Cream is the perfect place for adults and kids to unleash their inner child. Dive into the iconic sprinkle pool and walk through the rainbow tunnel while taking photos at every turn. Every room is Instagramable, so be ready to fill your feed with a splash of pink. Sweeten the trip by wrapping up with unlimited ice cream treats! 🍦
📍 Address: 100 Loewen Road, Dempsey, Singapore 248837
⏰ Opening hours: Mon and Wed, 10am – 6pm | Thurs to Sun, 10am – 9pm
🌐 Website: museumoficecream.com/singapore/
07 • Explore the new Thomson East Coast Line
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Phase 4 of the Thomson East Coast Line is now open, so it’s time to explore every nook and cranny of the East with even more ease. Station hop through the 7 new stations and discover delicious food along Joo Chiat and Marine Parade. Head to Tanjong Rhu station and find the lookout tower located just minutes away. Climb up to get a panoramic view of Singapore!
📍 Stations: Tanjong Rhu (TEL 23) – Bayshore (TEL 29)
08 • Cat Paradise
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Spend your weekend with feline friends in a cosy atmosphere that lets you feed and play with cats for hours. Cat Paradise is a cat cafe and an adoption centre under one roof, with each cat having a unique purr-sonality and name. They’re sure to charm their way into your heart. 😍
📍 Address: 169 Joo Chiat Road, Level 2, Singapore 427729
⏰ Opening hours: 11am – 7pm, daily
🌐 Website: catparadisesg.com