Wondering what's behind the hype surrounding immersive experiences? Get ready for the scoop on the coolest immersive adventures in Singapore, from Harry Potter exhibitions to dino encounters and beyond!
Have you tried an immersive experience in Singapore? It’s quite the buzzword these days! Picture this: you’re not just a spectator but a full-blown participant, wholly immersed in a world that sweeps you off your feet and into adventure.
How? It’s an excellent blend of cutting-edge technology, like virtual reality goggles, and meticulously designed settings in theme park attractions. It’s all about strapping in for a ride that’ll take you beyond your wildest dreams! And here’s the best part – these immersive experiences are a blast for all ages, making them perfect for a memorable family adventure. Here are some incredible family-friendly immersive experiences you simply can’t miss in Singapore!
The best places to try a family-friendly immersive experience in Singapore
1. Bubble Planet Experience
Step into Bubble Planet, a magical world where your imagination comes to life! Get ready to be amazed by science and explore this bubble-filled wonderland. Jump from one cool space to another, using all your senses to discover oversized bubbles, balloons, soap, and more. You can even soar worldwide in a hot air balloon flight simulator! Bubble Planet is an unforgettable adventure that lets you see the world in a bubbly new way. Check out our sneak peek. Take note that kiddos under four might not be able to enjoy the experience fully.
Ticket price: $14.90 onwards
Where: Hall 8B, 1 Expo Drive, #02-01, Singapore EXPO, Singapore 486150
2. Le Petit Chef
Seeking to keep your little foodie in thrall during meal time? This world-renowned immersive experience will hit the spot! Le Petit Chef, the pint-sized culinary genius from Marseille, France, standing at a mere six centimetres tall, is guaranteed to dazzle the whole fam with his culinary prowess. Paired with themed music and an exquisite menu, Le Petit Chef brings your dinner table to life through the magic of 3D Projection. You and the kiddos will watch virtual stories unfold on the tabletop. This experience is available in Singapore at Restaurant Espoir, featuring fine five-course meals and a special kids’ menu. Get ready for a dining experience that’s as magical as it is delicious!
Price: Junior menu starts at $188++
Where: 70 Amoy St, Singapore 069889
3. Chaos Lab
Get ready for a whirlwind of fun as Chaos Lab debuted at Changi Airport Terminal 2 late last year, and the fun continues! If you think this immersive fun is just for kids, you couldn’t be more wrong. Adults and kiddos are lapping up the chaotic fun while it’s on! With 11 interactive activity stations, you and the kiddos can unleash your creativity and embrace the chaos like never before. From exploring the laws of gravity at the Gravity Wall to sculpting vibrant sand masterpieces with AR Sand, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Get in on the slime-making frenzy at the Slime Station (no mess at home!), or bounce around in the Bubbling Ball Pit for some bubbly playtime fun. Did you know they tweak their activities to suit the festive season in Singapore? We think it’s a cool adventure the whole family will love! Check out our sneak peek of the fun immersive experience here!
Ticket price: $25 per child, $9 for adults. Bundle deals are available.
Where: Changi Airport Terminal 2, 60 Airport Boulevard, #03-03, Singapore 819643
4. Borealis
Get ready to be amazed because the Northern Lights are making a magical pit stop in Singapore! Introducing Borealis, an enchanting outdoor art installation at Gardens by the Bay’s Supertree Grove that will leave you spellbound. Crafted by the incredibly talented artist Dan Acher from Switzerland, Borealis brings the breathtaking spectacle of the aurora borealis to life amidst our iconic Supertrees. With every glance upward, you’ll be captivated by the ever-changing colours and patterns dancing across the illuminated night skies. And that’s not all! Accompanied by a captivating soundtrack by French composer Guillaume Desbois, each moment spent at Borealis is a one-of-a-kind experience, blending art and technology in perfect harmony with the elements of nature. Note that the timings have changed due to the Mid-Autumn festivities at Gardens by the Bay.
Price: Free
Where: 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953
Family-friendly immersive experiences in Singapore: Coming soon!
5. Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience
There’s just something irresistibly captivating about these Jurassic reptiles; don’t we know it! Get set for a roaring adventure with Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience happening sometime soon in Singapore! Jump on the waitlist to be the first to know when this epic event stomps into your city. Encounter over 80 life-sized, moving dinosaur replicas in a thematic park setting and journey through the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods in a wildly interactive way. Brace yourself for mind-blowing VR experiences while your little paleontologists-to-be can dig into the ‘Budding Experts’ interactive space. Coming soon to a secret venue in Singapore, with safety measures in place.
When and where: To be confirmed
6. Harry Potter: Visions of Magic at Resorts World Sentosa
What?! Another Harry Potter experience? Potterheads, prepare to be spellbound! A magical new adventure in Singapore is coming in late 2024! ‘Harry Potter: Visions of Magic’ is apparating to Resorts World Sentosa with a whopping 40,000sqft of enchantment. Check out the Room of Requirement, frolic in Newt’s Menagerie, and explore the Ministry of Magic — all with spellbinding video content, whimsical architecture, and bewitching soundscapes! Stay tuned for more magical mischief! Plus, hop on the Knight Bus to find more wizarding wonders in Singapore!
Where: Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
When: Q4 2024
7. Monet Inside
Step into the world of Claude Monet with Monet Inside in Singapore, a family-friendly, immersive experience that brings the legendary artist’s life and work to vivid life. Explore over 200 of his masterpieces through stunning 360-degree projections and interactive installations, perfect for art lovers of all ages. Journey through Monet’s artistic evolution, from his early days to his iconic Water Lilies series, all narrated by his friend Paul Durand-Ruel. It’s an unforgettable adventure that combines art, light, and storytelling, making it a must-visit for the whole family!
Where: Parkview Square, 600 North Bridge Road, Singapore 188778
When: October 2024
Family-friendly immersive experiences in Singapore: Permanent exhibitions
8. Future World at ArtScience Museum
Future World needs no introduction here; this beloved immersive experience is utterly fun for families where you’re on a magical adventure filled with art, science, and wonder! This exhibition, created in collaboration with teamLab, a world-renowned art collective, invites families to explore a world of imagination and discovery. Check out two captivating sections: “City in A Garden” and “Exploring New Frontiers,” where you’ll be mesmerised by digital interactive installations that bring art to life in the most extraordinary ways.
Ticket Price: $20 per child and $25 per adult. Bundle deals are available.
Where: ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018974
9. Changi Experience Studio
The Changi Experience Studio presents a thrilling, immersive journey filled with excitement and discovery, where you and the kiddos will be whisked away to far-off destinations through amazing projection experiences. Challenge your family to interactive games that will test your skills and ignite your competitive spirit, and be wowed by immersive shows that bring the magic of aviation to life right before your eyes. But that’s not all – the fun never stops at this one-of-a-kind digital attraction. From learning about the incredible logistics of flight operations to exploring the rich history of aviation, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Ticket Price: $14.80 per child and $19.80 per adult. Family deals are available.
Where: Changi Airport, Terminal 2, 78 Airport Boulevard, Singapore 819666
10. Omni Theatre
Forget ordinary cinemas – at the Omni Theatre, you and the kiddos will journey through space and time in mind-blowing eight-K resolution! It’s an awe-inspiring adventure at the Omni-Theatre, where you and the kiddos will be blown away by Southeast Asia’s first digital dome theatre! With a massive 23-meter seamless dome screen, get ready for an immersive experience where you’ll almost feel like you can reach out an stick your hand into the screen. Check out what’s currently showing. This experience is suited to kids five and above, depending on the show’s ratings! This cool, immersive experience redefines watching movies as we know it!
Ticket Price: $14 per person.
Where: 15 Science Centre Road, Singapore 609081
11. Dinoland Singapore
Calling all dino enthusiasts! Get ready for an epic adventure that’s perfect for the dino-crazy kiddos! Dinoland is a living forest where rangers (you and the kiddos) head on an immersive trek into the habitat of dinosaurs. Explore a live indoor forest where dinosaurs roam freely, dig for fossils, get up close to various life-sized dinosaurs, and learn all about the different species. It’s going to be dino-mite! Plus, check out all the other places you can find dinos in Singapore!
Ticket Price: $32 per person.
Where: 60 Yishun Avenue 4, Yishun #02-01, Safra, Singapore 769027
12. Snow City
It is immersive, but not really in the VR-kinda way! This experience is for those craving some cool sub-zero temps right here. Head on over to Snow City with the kiddos, an indoor immersive experience that sends the whole fam to a winter wonderland where you’ll meet adorable mascots – Oki, Nooka, Suki, Ila and Koko – and explore exciting new interactive exhibits that are sure to delight visitors of all ages. Get ready for a snowy adventure like no other at Snow City! Be sure to dress warm!
Ticket Price: $24 per child and $31 per adult for a two-hour play session.
Where: 21 Jurong Town Hall Rd, Singapore 609433
13. Museum of Ice Cream
Step into the Museum of Ice Cream and immerse yourself in a world of pink delights! With its sprawling 60,000 square feet, this whimsical wonderland offers abundant fun. Each visitor gets a generous 90-minute slot to savour every magical moment! Every corner is a photo op, from the lifeguard post in the California Dreamin’ room to the Banana Split tunnel adorned with 10,000 bananas. Kids will love bouncing around in the pink castle and splashing in the sprinkle pool! But the real treat? Unlimited ice cream at four stations! When you’ve had your fill, relax at the outdoor cafe to enjoy special milkshakes and treats for the whole family.
Ticket Price: From $35.
Where: 100 Loewen Road, Singapore 248837
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