Heading to Universal Studios Singapore for a family day out? We've got everything you need: current ticket prices, height restrictions for every ride, Minion Land highlights, where to eat and the tips that actually make a difference on the day.
If there is one attraction in Singapore that ticks all the boxes for a thrills-and-spills family adventure, Universal Studios Singapore is it. Southeast Asia’s first and only Universal Studios theme park, it spans eight themed zones across Sentosa Island and has something genuinely worth doing for every age group; from toddlers who live for the Minions to teenagers who’ll lose their minds on Battlestar Galactica.
Whether you have a roller coaster-obsessed tween, a Shrek-loving preschooler or a family that just wants a memorable day out, here’s everything you need to plan it properly: from ticket prices and height restrictions to where to eat and how to beat the queues. Quick note: USS is fully cashless. Bring a card or set up digital payments before you arrive.
Universal Studios Singapore ticket prices 2026
Address: 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
Opening hours: Generally 10am to 8pm daily, but hours vary — always check the official RWS website before you go.
One-day ticket prices (2026)
Adult (13 years and above): From $83 off-peak / $86 on weekends and public holidays
Child (4 to 12 years): From $62
Infant (under 4 years): Free
Singapore Resident one-day ticket: Adult $74 / Child $59
Always book online — gate tickets cost more, can sell out on busy days, and buying in advance means you skip the ticket counter queue entirely. Klook and the official RWS website are both reliable booking options.
Universal Express Pass
The Express Pass is an add-on to your admission ticket (not a standalone ticket) and allows you to skip the regular queues via a dedicated priority lane. Prices start from around $90 per person. On a quiet weekday with an early arrival you may not need it — on weekends, school holidays and public holidays, it can save two to three hours of queue time and is worth the cost for families with young children.
6-month Season Pass
Valid for six months from date of first entry. Includes discounts on F&B and retail, your own VIP turnstile, sneak previews of new attractions and $5 off stroller rental. Prices: $160 per adult (13 and above) / $130 per child. Check the RWS website for the latest season pass details.
Why trust this guide to Universal Studios Singapore?
The HoneyKids Asia team has been covering USS for years — as parents, as visitors and as people who have queued for Battlestar Galactica in the midday heat and lived to tell the tale. This guide is updated regularly to reflect current ticket prices, new zone openings (including Minion Land, which opened in 2025) and practical tips that actually help on the day. We don’t work for Resorts World Sentosa — this is independent editorial coverage from a family-first perspective.
Universal Studios Singapore: at a glance
Best rides for toddlers and young kids: Magic Potion Spin, Dino-Soarin’, Sesame Street Spaghetti Space Chase, Silly Swirly (Minion Land)
Best rides for thrill-seekers: Battlestar Galactica, Revenge of the Mummy, Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure
Best for families with mixed ages: Transformers The Ride, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, Puss in Boots’ Giant Journey
Best show: Sesame Street Goes Bollywood (fun for all ages)
Best zone for young kids: Minion Land, Far Far Away
Best zone for teens: Sci-Fi City (Battlestar Galactica + Revenge of the Mummy)
Best for eating: Mel’s Drive-In (Hollywood zone), Oasis Spice Café (halal-certified, Ancient Egypt zone)
Cheapest way to buy tickets: Book online at rwsentosa.com or via Klook — always cheaper than the gate
Best day to visit: Tuesday to Thursday, arriving at 10am when the park opens
How to get to Universal Studios Singapore
By MRT: Take the MRT to HarbourFront Station (Circle Line or North East Line), then board the Sentosa Express monorail from VivoCity Level 3 to Waterfront Station on Sentosa. USS is a short walk from there. This is the easiest and most cost-effective option from anywhere on the MRT network.
By cable car: Board from HarbourFront Tower 2 or Mount Faber for a scenic aerial ride into Sentosa. A fun option if you want to make the journey part of the experience for the kids.
By car or taxi: Drive or take a cab directly to Resorts World Sentosa. A $6 entry fee applies for private vehicles entering Sentosa on weekends and public holidays. Carparks are available at RWS. Grab is reliable and drops you right at the entrance.
Tip: Download the Resorts World Sentosa app before you go — it shows real-time ride wait times and show schedules, which is genuinely useful for planning your route through the park.
All the best rides at Universal Studios Singapore
1. Minion Land
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Minion Land
Minion Land opened in early 2025 and is now one of the most popular zones in the park — expect queues, especially on weekends. It has three distinct areas: Minion Marketplace, Gru’s Neighbourhood, and Super Silly Fun Land, with three dedicated attractions:
Despicable Me Minion Mayhem — the headline ride. Climb aboard a vehicle designed by Gru, enter his laboratory and experience the process of becoming an actual Minion via a fully immersive 4D simulation. Great for kids and genuinely impressive for adults.
Silly Swirly — a spinning ride perfect for younger kids who aren’t quite ready for the bigger attractions.
Buggie Boogie — a new carousel-style ride themed around Gru’s beloved bugs.
The Minion Marketplace is also worth a wander — look out for Singapore-exclusive collectables including Minion Zodiac figures and limited-edition vinyls you won’t find at other Universal parks. The Super Hungry Food Stand is Minion Land’s dedicated F&B outlet. Arrive early to Minion Land — queues for Minion Mayhem can hit 60 to 90 minutes by late morning.
Read our full guide to Minion Land at Universal Studios Singapore for the full breakdown.
2. Battlestar Galactica: HUMAN vs CYCLON
If you have a roller coaster fan in the family, then this is THE ride you should be getting in line for. Not for the fainthearted (nor for those under 125cm in height), you will be propelled around loops, drops and heights at crazy speeds in an intergalactic battle of duelling roller coasters. Make sure you try the red AND blue rides: our legs are still wobbling from the blue one!
Zone: Sci-Fi City
Height restrictions: Guests under 125cm may not ride.
3. Sesame Street Spaghetti Space Chase
Little ones (and big ones!) love, love, love this ride. Hold onto your hats while you blast on a space mission with Elmo and Super Grover to foil a dastardly plan by Macaroni the Merciless to steal all of Earth’s spaghetti! Kiddos need to be at least 92cm in height to hop on.
Zone: New York
Height restrictions: Children must be at least 92cm in height to ride. Children under 122 cm must be accompanied by a supervising companion.
4. Transformers The Ride: The Ultimate 3D Battle
A ride and an experience all in one fun hit, Transformers are brought to life on this fast-paced ride where you’ll join Optimus Prime as a freedom fighter in the quest to defeat the forces of evil. Kiddos need to be at least 102cm to join the adventure.
Zone: New York
Height restrictions: Guests must be 102cm in height to ride. Children 102cm to 122cm must be accompanied by a supervising companion
5. Revenge of the Mummy
A roller coaster in the dark, you say? Evil mummies, scarab beetles and high-speed scares? Enter the world of The Mummy if you dare (and as long as you are over 122cm tall). Note: Very scary! Our kiddos under age 8 had nightmares after this one…
Zone: Sci-Fi City
Height restrictions: Guests under 122cm may not ride.
6. Treasure Hunters
Take it down a notch or two after The Mummy and embark on a more sedate taste of ancient Egypt, where you and the kiddos can drive a jeep through an abandoned excavation site. Expect more of those scarab beetles but at a way more leisurely pace. This one is suitable for the whole gang.
Zone: Sci-Fi City
Height restrictions: Children under 122cm must be accompanied by a supervising companion.
7. Canopy Flyer
Soar around this mini-coaster and get a bird’s-eye view of Jurassic Park as you swing above the trees on the Canopy Flyer. Dino fans must be 92cm or taller to ride.
Zone: Lost World
Height restrictions: Guests under 92cm may not ride. Children between 92cm and 122cm must be accompanied by a supervising companion.
8. Dino-Soarin’
For the littles who are too small for the Canopy Flyer, this fun merry-go-round will still give them the chance to fly like a Pteranodon, just without the high speeds.
Zone: Lost World
Height restrictions: Children under 122cm must be accompanied by a supervising companion.
9. Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure
What starts as a seemingly gentle river ride through dino-territory rapidly turns into a scary but fun adventure the whole family will love. Expect to get wet! Pssst: If you have a child measuring under 107cm, step away from the ride. They won’t be allowed to board, and you’ll have a sobbing mess on your hands for the rest of the day. The kids get upset too.
Zone: Lost World
Height restrictions: Guests under 107cm may not ride. Children between 107cm and 122cm must be accompanied by supervising companion.
10. Puss in Boots’ Giant Journey
This one is higher and faster than it looks, so make sure your kids are prepared for a roller coaster journey through the swashbuckling tale of Puss, Kitty and some giant golden eggs. Kids need to be 100cm and above to ride this one.
Zone: Far Far Away
Height restrictions: Guests under 100cm in height may not ride. Children between 100cm and 122cm must be accompanied by a supervising companion.
11. Magic Potion Spin
Kids love this small Ferris wheel found in Fairy Godmother’s Potion Shop. It’s suitable for all ages, and there are no height restrictions. Plus, it is indoors, so it’s the perfect excuse to get out of the sun for a bit (and have a sit-down!).
Zone: Far Far Away
Height restrictions: Children under 110cm must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
12. Enchanted Airways
If you have little daredevils who are not quite ready to graduate to the bigger rollercoasters at the park, this junior coaster ticks the box. It’s pretty swift around the track, and the drops are fairly big, so definitely not one for the less brave in the family (husband: I am talking about you). The height restriction for this one is 92cm.
Zone: Far Far Away
Height restrictions: Guests under 92cm may not ride. Children between 92cm and 122cm must be accompanied by a supervising companion.
The best experiences at Universal Studios Singapore
1. Minion Land is coming to Universal Studios Singapore
If you and the little ones are fans of the Minions franchise, you’ll be excited to know that there’ll be a brand-new Minion Land opening in 2025! Say “BELLO!” with 3 distinct areas: Minion Marketplace, Gru’s Neighbourhood, and Super Silly Fun Land, which will feature multiple rides, (a new carousel, a 4D experience, and more!) plus new Minion-themed gift shops and restaurants. Dates are still kept hush-hush, but we’ll update as soon as we know!
2. Shrek 4D Adventure
Join Shrek, Princess Fiona, Donkey and the gang on a 4D caper that the whole family will love. Sit in a moving seat as you are bounced along an adventure involving ghosts, onions, dragons and ogres.
3. Lights, Camera, Action! Hosted by Steven Spielberg
You’ll literally feel like you are being blown away when you experience a sound stage transformed into a major hurricane in New York City right before your eyes. This one has no height restrictions, but it may be a little scary for smaller tots.
Shows and performances at Universal Studios Singapore
1. Sesame Street Goes Bollywood
The Sesame Street gang turn into Bollywood stars in this USS show! Watch Bert, Ernie, and Elmo perform exhilarating dance routines to heart-thumping Bollywood tunes in colourful traditional outfits.
2. Rhythm Truck
Move those feet to the beat in this live music performance, which will be popping up after dark to bring life to the streets of New York.
3. Mel’s Mixtape
The Universal Singers come together to sing everyone’s top favourite hits from every in this performance. Enjoy some classic hits with a modern twist in this brand-new show.
4. Trolls Hug Time Jubilee
Join Queen Poppy and Branch in their search for the perfect singing sensation! Cheer for your favourite Trolls as they strut their stuff in this all-new show.
Meet & greets at Universal Studios Singapore
1. Look out! Velociraptors have escaped in Jurassic Park!
Opt for harrowing encounters when the park’s Velociraptors break loose!
2. Hatched! Featuring Dr. Rodney
Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to watch the hatching of a baby Velociraptor – up close!
3. Baby Kilo’s Naptime Tango
4. Raptor Encounter
5. Transformers: Voices of Cybertron
Catch up with Optimus Prime and ask about joining his crew, and if you’re really brave, then you might even risk a wave at Megatron.
6. Shrek and his gang
You’ll get your Universal Studios Singapore happily ever after when you bag a family shot hanging out with Shrek and Princess Fiona in the Far Far Away Zone.
Where to eat at Universal Studios Singapore
With a huge range of food and drink outlets dotted around the park, ranging from family-friendly pizza joints to delish burger shacks, a Chinese bistro to good ol’ Starbucks, there is a feast for all ages and budgets. There are also Halal and vegetarian options at most of the outlets. If you’re staying past sundown, there are pop-up food stalls to satisfy all your cravings.
Options currently open include:
- Restaurants & Cafes: Mel’s Drive-In, Loui’s NY Pizza Parlor, Fossil Fuels, Oasis Spice Cafe, Discovery Food Court, Friar’s Good Food, KT’s Grill, Star Dots, Starbot Cafe, and Goldilocks will be open
- Carts: Pops! Popcorn Delight, Me Want Cookie!, Planet Yen, Frozen Fuel, Pharaoh’s Dessert Oasis, Jungle Bites, and Cairo Market will be open
Gift shops at Universal Studios Singapore
If your kids have been saving up their pocket money and are itching for a Shrek plush, a Minion water bottle or a cube-shaped Elmo stuffie, then you’re absolutely in luck. Each zone has its own themed gift shop (along with several others) with every bit of Universal Studios Singapore memorabilia you could possibly think of.
1. Hello Kitty Studio
If you’re a fan of the mouthless Japanese cat, then this store is not to be missed! Shop everything Hello Kitty, from stationery to apparel and even merchandise exclusive to Universal Studios Singapore.
2. Minion Mart
Go absolutely bananas with the range of Despicable Me merchandise for your picking. Dress your tot up in a Minion onesie – totes adorbs!
3. Transformers Supply Vault
Bring home a robot in disguise from this retail outlet. Toys, collectables, and apparel are stocked here.
4. The Dino-Store
Go way, way, way back to the prehistoric era and grab a souvenir from Jurassic Park.
5. Fairy Godmother’s Potion Shop
Fun and exciting merchandise, games, and toys from the world of Shrek.
6. Big Bird’s Emporium
Welcome to Big Bird’s Emporium, the biggest Sesame Street store in Singapore for lovers of the famed street inhabitants
Our top tips for Universal Studios Singapore
We’re a seasoned bunch of Universal Studios Singapore fans here at HoneyKids. Amongst us, we have a brood ranging from itsy bitsy newborns to grumpy teens and all ages in between. Take note of these tips ‘n’ tricks for making things easier on your day out…
1. Don’t forget SPF!
Of course, no one would wish for a cloudy day that would rain down on all the fun activities planned, so when you’re out and about with your kids in the sun, make sure the family is well protected with sunscreen generously used. Also, pack them to reapply it whenever necessary as everyone is bound to sweat it out.
2. Be mindful of height restrictions
There’s nothing worse than promising the kiddos a fantastic day out zooming around on rollercoasters or down the rapids, only to arrive and discover they’re just one measly inch shy of having the best time of their lives. No ice cream or stuffed toy will ease the ultimate betrayal in the kids’ eyes, even if they do get to ride the merry-go-round. Check the height restrictions before you head out.
3. Hire a stroller for the bub
Pop bubba in a baby carrier for an easy way to navigate the crowds, then hire a stroller on-site when the little one needs a nap. Rentals are available as you walk through the entrance (eyes right, people) and prices start at $10. Double buggies are also available if you have two sets of weary legs.
4. Stow your stuff in the lockers
Towing kids, bags, strollers, and the kitchen sink around an amusement park is not our idea of a fun day out. Look out for locker rooms dotted around the park in the Hollywood, Sci-Fi, Ancient Egypt, and Lost World zones. These are roomy enough for bags, but if you want a bigger affair to store that kitchen sink, then look out for the bigger lockers near the entrance of Universal Studios Singapore. Prices start from $4 for one hour at the lockers in Lost World and go up to $20 a day.
5. Jump the queues with express passes
Queuing in the heat is not fun. Queuing in the heat with whiny kids is akin to poking sharp sticks in one’s eyes. Spending the extra cash on express passes is well worth it if you’re heading to the park during school holidays or at the weekend. Express tickets can be purchased as an add-on with your ticket purchase. It’s free for little ones under four years anyway, so no need to pay extra for them. Check online for the latest pricing, as it can vary during peak periods.
6. Timing is everything
Weekends, school holidays, and public holidays are inevitably chockablock all year round. If you can, go during the week (Thursday or Friday). If you have no choice but to go at peak times, then make sure you get there early before the queues build up. Psst, you can also get into the park early when doors open at 12pm. This is a great chance to grab lunch and explore, then get in line when rides start at 2pm!
7. Nursing room and baby care centre at USS
No need to feed your baby on the merry-go-round. Universal Studios Singapore has a dedicated nursing area and baby centre near the Guest Services Lobby next to the entrance.
8. Bring spare clothes in case you get wet!
Some of the rides and shows at Universal Studios Singapore involve water and you will get soggy. Watch out for the Jurassic Park River Adventure, where you can get soaked in the rapids! There are full-body drying machines available for $5, or bring a poncho. Also watch out when it rains, as much of the park is exposed to the weather.
Universal Studios Singapore, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
Opening hours: 10am to 8pm (Monday – Sunday)
TL;DR: Universal Studios Singapore for families at a glance
Tickets: From $83 for adults, $62 for kids (4 to 12), infants under 4 free. Book online — always cheaper than the gate.
Best for thrills: Battlestar Galactica and Revenge of the Mummy for teenagers. Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure for the whole family (you will get wet).
Best for young kids: Minion Land (Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, Silly Swirly), Far Far Away (Magic Potion Spin, Puss in Boots), Sesame Street Spaghetti Space Chase.
Don’t miss: Minion Land — arrive early, queues for Minion Mayhem hit 60 to 90 minutes by late morning.
How to get there: MRT to HarbourFront, then Sentosa Express monorail to Waterfront Station.
Key tips: The park is cashless — bring a card. Download the RWS app for real-time wait times. Go on a weekday. Arrive at 10am. Buy tickets online in advance.
Plan for: 6 to 8 hours for the full experience.
Have fun, folks! And don’t forget to tag us in your Universal Studios Singapore photos at @honeykidsasia!
