It’s been a while since we’ve all travelled and with the September school holidays approaching, it’s the perfect opportunity to be a local explorer and head out to discover unique experiences with your family safely! If you think you know Singapore like the back of your hand, it’s perhaps time to think again, as there are many lesser-known gems in our little red dot.
So why not go on a quest to explore these experiences and discover Singapore with fresh eyes – all at great prices? To help you out with that, we’ve put together 10 value-for-money ways to utilise your digital SingapoRediscovers Vouchers and unravel the secrets of our sunny island!
Don’t forget to use your S$10 subsidy per child/youth ticket (up to 6 tickets) for family members under 18, to help stretch your dollar even further!
Value-for-Money, Hidden Gems to Explore Neighbourhoods in Singapore
Just how familiar are you with the various precincts in Singapore, the stories they tell, and the glorious food there is to try? It’s a great time to expand your knowledge of our little red dot and rediscover our hidden treasures.
Check out these value-for-money tours that will ensure you don’t burn a hole in your pocket!
1.Fascinating World of Aviation PLUS Exclusive Hangar Tour with Xperience DMC
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Our guess is that parents are going to be just as excited as the children on this tour.
You can view old residential colonial style houses – in what used to be mangrove swamps and plantations in Seletar – before it made way for a military base for the British Royal Air Force (RAF) and civilian airport in 1930. Yes, the history of this place goes back to the pre-war era.
The aviation tour will bring you on a visit to the Hampstead Wetlands Park as well as the former and new Seletar Airports.
The highlight – an exclusive Hangar Tour that will allow you and your kids to get in the propeller plane for a cool photo and take a rare, panoramic view of the Seletar runways.
This is truly a blast from the past, and you don’t need to be an aerophile to enjoy this tour!
Price: Adult / Child $80 (Weekday), $90 (Weekend)
Tour is available on Tuesdays and Sundays only. Do take note that you’ll need to pre-book your tour date(s) with the tour operator. Find out more here.
2. Little India – A Journey into our Heritage (A Family Experience) with Origin Journeys
Credit: The Traveller DMC
Explore the vibrant colours, sights, smells and tastes of Singapore’s Indian Heritage on this educational tour. It will be like walking into a page of a storybook for your family as you get to discover tarot card readers, goat-milk sellers and fresh-spice vendors.
You will also get to step into one of Singapore’s oldest Hindu temples – the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple.
The kids can participate in fun activities such as getting a Henna tattoo and sampling delicious Indian food such as dosai and masala tea at the famous Tekka Market! They will also receive a complimentary souvenir as a memento, what a treat to spice up your September holidays!
Price: Adult / Youth / Child $40
Tour is available on Saturdays and Sundays only. Find out more here.
3. A Guided Walking Tour of Kampong Gelam: From Royalty to Trendy with Monster Day Tours
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Kampong Gelam is truly the mecca of insta-worthy spots in Singapore. If you’re struggling to find ways to engage your tweens, this will do the trick. This is perfect for all things hipster and artsy.
Through this tour, you can experience Kampong Gelam in a non-touristy way.
Explore the vibrant street art spots, learn about the history of the mosques and of course, go trigger-happy and snap away!
You can opt to top-up for a join-in-tour with lunch and enjoy the amazing food at Hajah Maimunah, one of Singapore’s best Nasi Padang restaurants featured in the Michelin Bid Gourmand!
Price: Adult $30, Child $20
Available on Saturdays at 9:30am only. Find out more here.
4. Rustic Rumble in the West with Hong Thai Travel
Credit: Thow Kwang Pottery Jungle; Image taken before COVID-19
Take the kids on a tour to the West and check out interesting and hidden places that you might have never explored before! First, stop by Singapore’s pottery paradise – Thow Kwang Pottery Jungle, a three-generations family business hosts the Dragon Kiln, one of the oldest surviving brick-built kilns in Singapore for wood-firing.
Your kids will be enthralled by the different colours and textures featured in the pottery wares; you might even snag a unique piece or two to bring home. Next, explore Kok Fah Farm’s Weekend Market and let your guide teach your young ones all about the different fresh produce that Singapore has to offer – this experience might even encourage them to eat their greens!
Make a pitstop to the Singapore Discovery Centre and check out the Through The Lens of Time Gallery, where your kids will journey through time and find out more about Singapore’s evolution over the years.
The learning never ends! End the day and amaze your senses with a piping hot meal at Song Fa Ba Kut Teh, which has again been awarded the Bib Gourmand by the Michelin Guide in 2021!
Price: Adult / Youth / Child $100
Available on Saturdays and Sundays at 9am only. Find out more here.
5. Kueh Kueh Tour with Discova
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Singaporeans love our food so why not tantalise your tastebuds while learning more about our heritage? In this guided tour, you will learn more about the Joo Chiat and Katong areas and experience the Peranakan traditions and culture.
The kids will also get the chance to taste and savour the different peranakan kuehs and other sweet and savoury snacks. End the tour by participating in a hands-on, fridge magnet painting workshop and take home your very own souvenir from this tour to cherish.
A walking tour, snacks, and arts & crafts – what a perfect combination for the whole family.
Price: Adult / Child $73.69
Available on Tuesdays and Fridays only. Find out more here.
Bundled Staycation Packages with Activities Just for Families!
Don’t raise an eyebrow just yet. We know staycations can get pricey, but these are all-in, budget-maximising packages that are specially curated for you and include attractions and activities for the family to have fun. There’s something for everyone!
1. Little Chef Staycation Package at Capri by Fraser, Changi City
Credit: Capri by Fraser Changi City, Singapore; Image taken before COVID-19
Did you know that Junior Masterchef is a growing craze among the kids these days? Let your kids summon their inner chef while enjoying a relaxing staycation.
Parents can choose to have either an easy-to-follow pancake starter kit or a specially curated fruit decoration activity for your junior chefs to get creative. This is a great way for the young ones to try their hand at cooking and build their confidence!
Price: From ~$256.60++ per night, depending on your room choice (Children below the age of 11 stay for free)
Includes daily breakfast for up to 2 adults and 1 child
Includes ‘Little Chef’ cooking starter kit with a little apron
Booking is subject to availability. Find out more here.
2. Family Staycation at Sofitel Singapore City Centre
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Here’s a perfect opportunity to create treasured memories while doing good with your loved ones. Take a short getaway with your family and enjoy this kids-themed staycation package at Sofitel Singapore City Centre.
Part of the proceeds from purchasing this experience will be used to directly support the Autism Resource Centre (Singapore), a not-for-profit charity based in Singapore dedicated to serving children and adults on the autism spectrum.
Your children will definitely love the kids-themed room that comes with a teepee tent that they can use for both play and rest, and enjoy unboxing the Autism Resource Centre’s Gift Set that comes with a silicon colouring table mat with colouring markets, sustainably sourced kids-sized utensils, and an adorable lanyard.
This is a great way to unwind with your kids and clock in precious time with them before the school term kickstarts again!
Price: From $419++ per night
Includes breakfast and dinner for 2 adults and 1 child
One complimentary Autism Resource Centre Gift Set
Booking is subject to availability. Find out more here.
3. Family Room with Locomole Precinct Trail at Village Hotel Bugis
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With the September school holidays around the corner, it’s a great time to rediscover Singapore and our culture and heritage. For those who would love to teach your kids more about our arts and culture, a staycation at Village Hotel Bugis is the way to go!
This hotel is situated in the historic and cultural Bugis precinct that features many amazing and eye-catching murals, which are bound to astound your little ones.
This generously spaced family room is thoughtfully created with an inviting ambience to encourage you to take a break and spend some quality time with your family.
This package comes with a complimentary, interactive LocoMole precinct trail, which is a self-walking trail with an interactive app.
This is sure to appeal to parents who prefer to set their own pace of exploration while taking the little ones on a journey to uncover the hidden local gems of Bugis, Singapore’s arts enclave and home to our budget shopping scene.
That’s not all – this offer includes two complimentary scoops of gelato from MasBie Chocolate, so you can look forward to savouring some delectable local flavours!
Price: From ~$218.64 ++ per night, depending on room
Package includes interactive LocoMole precinct trail
Includes breakfast for 2 adults and 2 children (below 12 years old) at Landmark Restaurant
Two complimentary gelato scoops from MasBie Chocolate
Includes Village Currency worth $60 nett in dining vouchers
Complimentary late check out at 6:00pm
Booking is subject to availability. Find out more here.
4. Friends and Family Quadruple Room at Travelodge Harbourfront Hotel
Credit: Hasselhoff Op Pte. Ltd.; Image taken before COVID-19
What better way to feel like you’re on mini-vacation than to be a stone’s throw away from Sentosa? If you’re looking for a family staycation that allows one to be surrounded by greenery and picturesque views (think Mount Faber and the cable car ride), and have access to plethora of good food choices in the vicinity, this is definitely for you.
Spend a night in the Friends and Family Quadruple room in Travelodge Harbourfront Hotel and soak in the delightful ambience. To add some excitement to your stay, this package includes 1 round of Escape Room game at The Escape Artist @ Telok Blangah House for 4 persons.
Perfect for family bonding as you work together to use items and clues to solve puzzles and escape from the room!
Price: From ~$329.56++ per night, depending on room
1 round of Escape Room Game at The Escape Artist @ Telok Blangah House for 4 persons
Booking is subject to availability. Find out more here.
5. Family Getaway at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove
Fancy rolling in the lap of luxury against the backdrop of a lush and serene ambience? If so, a family getaway at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove might just be for you! Known to be one of Asia’s finest marina and leisure hub, a trip here never disappoints.
To soak in the sights and sounds of this beautiful destination, this package offers 2 hours of complimentary bicycle rental. There is also a children’s fun kit, $20 worth of arcade tokens and board games rental available to ensure that the whole family has fun and is able to spend quality time together.
Price: From ~$377++ depending on booking date
Includes set menu breakfast for two
2 hours of bicycle rental
Children Fun Kit
$20-worth of arcade tokens
Board games rental
Booking is subject to availability. Find out more here.
Mums and dads, good things must be shared so we have put together this specially curated list for the entire family to rediscover Singapore and better appreciate our heritage! Just remember to abide by the latest COVID-19 safe management measures at all times, explore responsibly and safely, and you’ll be set to have a good time. To find out more experiences where you can create shared memories with your children in a unique manner this August, visit the SingapoRediscovers Vouchers website.
Be sure to pre-book your experience in advance to avoid disappointment. Remember to use your $100 digital SingapoRediscovers Vouchers through the five authorised booking partners – Changi Recommends, GlobalTix, Klook, Traveloka, Trip.com – to offset some of these deals. There’s also a child/youth subsidy of $10 per child/youth ticket (up to 6 tickets), so do remember to use them to rack up even greater cost savings.
Start exploring safely now!
Prices are accurate as of date of publication on 27 August 2021.
