Shopping is a national past time in Singapore but kids may not be too keen on being dragged from shop to shop, waiting for mummy and daddy to finish browsing.
Mall playgrounds have revolutionised the family shopping experience and made it a great way to spend a quality family day out. We count down our top 10 shopping mall playgrounds in Singapore. From water play to themed play areas, there is sure to be one out of this list of shopping mall playgrounds that will suit your family’s fancy.
Shopping mall playgrounds in Singapore
#1 NEX
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Located at the top floor of the mall, KidzPlay at NEX mall has a massive water-based playground for your kids! After a hot day in sunny Singapore, head on to the play area which has a variety of water cannons, fountains and slides to get soaking wet! Feeling too cold? You can also go to the dry part of the playground.
For more cool slides and waterworks, check out NEX website.
Location: NEX Shopping Mall, Level 4R, 23 Serangoon Central, Singapore 556083.
Opening hours: 11am – 8pm, daily
#2 City Square Mall
Source: City Square Mall/Facebook
This eco-friendly outdoor playground at the entrance of the mall is a haven for families with small children. Kids can slide, swing and even get lost in a maze. Other than the playground, City Square Mall also organizes many activities in that area like balloon sculpting or kiddie rides.
To stay up-to-date with their activities, check out their website.
Location: 180 Kitchener Rd, Singapore 208539
Opening hours: 10am – 10pm, daily
#3 Westgate Wonderland
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Head to the West of Singapore to experience the largest thematic outdoor mall playground! Westgate Wonderland promises to stretch your child’s imagination with its 10-meter tall treehouse, enormous watering can and lily pads and flowers. The detailing and the colours of the playground will indeed transport you into a wonderland!
For more information on their beautiful wonderland, check out their
website.
Location: Level 4, 3 Gateway Dr, Singapore 608532
Opening hours: 10am – 10pm, daily
#4 Vivo City
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Situated in the middle of Singapore’s largest mall, Vivo City’s sprawling playground includes paddle and lots of aesthetic rest areas for parents to chill and grab a drink.
For more information about Vivocity’s play area, check out their
website.
Location: 1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore 098585
Opening hours: 10am – 10pm, daily
#5 Causeway Point
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If you ever find yourself in the north of Singapore, check out not one but two of their indoor play areas! Let your kids let loose at the jungle-inspired and train-themed play areas at Causeway Point.
For more information about Causeway Point’s play area, check out their
website.
Location: 1 Woodlands Square, Singapore 738099
Opening hours: 10.30am – 10.30pm, daily
#6 Changi City Point, Expo
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Fellow easties love this multi-level playground that features an awesome water play area and standard playground fare such as slides. The best part is the play area is conveniently located outside of Koufu. So mummies and daddies while you sip on a refreshing drink, your kids can enjoy themselves at the playground.
To find out more about Changi City Point’s play area, check out their
Instagram.
Location: Level 2, 5 Changi Business Park Central 1, Singapore 486038 (Opposite Expo MRT)
Opening hours: 10am – 10pm, daily
#7 I12 Katong
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Despite being a relatively new mall in the suburbs of Katong and Joo Chiat, I12 has made a name for itself with its spacious rooftop playground. With its variety of water games and free movie screenings, it is a definite hit with residents and visitors alike.
To find out more about I12 Katong’s play area, check out their
Facebook page.
Location:112 E Coast Rd, Singapore 428802
Opening hours: 10am – 10pm, daily
#8 IMM
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Besides being the biggest outlet mall in Singapore, IMM also is home to one of our first outdoor water playgrounds. Today, IMM’s Water Play area features a wide selection of water splashes and slides for your kid’s enjoyment! We suggest you pack a towel and an extra set of clothes for your kids.
For more information on IMM’s Water Play area, check out their
website.
Location: 2 Jurong East Street 21, Singapore 609601
Opening hours: 10am – 10pm, daily
#9 Tampines 1
Source: Tampines 1 Blog
It is a jungle out here as kids traverse this wildlife-themed playground located on the rooftop of the mall. Get ready to get wild and wet! Parents, if you don’t want to get drenched, not to worry there are ample shaded areas for you to relax.
For more information on Tampines 1’s playground, check out their
website.
Location:10 Tampines Central 1, Singapore 529536 (Tampines MRT)
Opening hours: 10am – 10pm, daily
#10 Waterway Point
Source: Waterway Point
Touted as the coolest playground in Punggol Happy Park at Waterway Point has become a go-to weekend destination for families. The park includes a dry area, a wet area, and lily trees. At the end of the day don’t forget to catch the sunset at the playground as it overlooks Punggol Waterway.
For more information on Happy Park, check out their
website.
Location: Level 2, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
Opening hours:
10.30am – 8pm, daily
Tuesdays & Sundays: 12pm – 8pm
Have you been to any of these shopping mall playgrounds in Singapore or have seen others not on this list? Do share with us your own experiences below!
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