We've been exploring the far north-east to get the full lowdown on all things kid-friendly in Singapore's baby town, Punggol
What’s at the other end of the North East line in Singapore? Is Singapore’s most family-friendly neighbourhood! We think it’s a good contender! Filled with awesome parks to explore, water play areas, playgrounds with awesome structures to climb, and even a beach to build sandcastles on, there are way too many reasons why young Singaporean families love living in Punggol with kids. So, in true HoneyKids fashion, we’ve sussed out all the best things for our little ones to do in Punggol. Here we go…
How to get to Punggol
Punggol is located in the North-East Region of Singapore. Sengkang borders it to the south, Seletar to the west and Pasir Ris to the east. The Straits of Johor and Coney Island are north of Punggol.
Getting to and around Punggol is easy! First, there are amazing cycling networks and public transport facilities. You can hop over the MRT, LRT or expressways if you drive. Head to the North-East Line via Dhoby Ghaut to get to Punggol MRT or the newly added Punggol Coast MRT. The LRT network also makes places in Punggol easily accessible.
Did you know that Punggol could get even more accessible by 2030 when the North-East Line is extended to serve Punggol Downtown? Additionally, the Cross Island Line will be ready and could shorten commute time to Punggol.
Kid-friendly things to do in Punggol
1. Head to one of the new fantastic playgrounds in Punggol Point Cove
Thanks to all the new families and HDBs being built around Punggol, new playgrounds are sprouting up all the time. At 673B Edgefield Plains, there’s a huge webbed swing with a waved climbing structure, while the playground at 270B Punggol Field looks pretty special with its caterpillar climbing structure. There are also newly built tiger and elephant themed playgrounds near block 448A Punggol Point Cove. It almost makes us wish we were kids again!
2. Explore the Punggol Container Park
Punggol Container Park offers a laidback hangout by the Punggol Serangoon Reservoir, perfect if you and the kiddos want to escape the crowded malls and nature parks. If you and the kids want to try a new sport, there’s a dedicated pickleball venue in the area! Play! Pickle not only lets you rent the courts, they also offer family classes for up to four members led by certified instructors from $550. There are several places to get some grub as well, though most of them are only open in the evenings and cater more to night life. There’s even a mini playground in the area as well if the little ones get a bit bored midway through dinner. The park also boasts several community gardens, where green thumbs can browse or buy plants.
Punggol Container Park, 50 Punggol East, Singapore 828824
3. Splish and splash at Splash @ Kidz Amaze, an indoor water park in Punggol!
Your little water babies are in for an awesome time at Splash @ Kidz Amaze at Safra Punggol. If you’re like us and always worry about slathering enough sunscreen on your bubs, you’ll love that it’s indoors. And that means you can play for hours in the ‘Enchanted Deep Sea’ without worrying about sunburn. With multiple play decks, a themed splash pad and five water slides, you’re guaranteed at least an hour or two of whinge-free frolics (woohoo!).
Splash @ Kidz Amaze entry fees: $14.15 (weekdays) and $17.20 (weekends and public holidays) for SAFRA members, $18.20 (weekdays) and $22.25 (weekends and public holidays) for guests
Splash @ Kidz Amaze, Safra Punggol, 9 Sentul Cres, Singapore 828654
4. Enjoy both dry and wet play for FREE at Happy Park at Waterway Point
When you’re done shopping at Waterway Point Mall (find out more below!), schlep the kids over to Happy Park. It’s got both wet and dry play areas for littlies of all ages (although we think it’s best for mobile bubs aged two and up) that they’ll love exploring. There are lily pads to hop on, a small wading pool, and many small fountains to splash around in. Another cool bonus? It looks extra pretty at night with all the LED lights.
Happy Park at Waterway Point opening hours: 10am – 7pm
Waterway Point, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
5. Bike along the Punggol Park Connector
If biking is your cup of tea, the 26km-long Punggol Park Connector could be just your jelly. It’s a great way to hit all your Punggol parks in one go, including Punggol Waterway and even Sengkang Floating Wetland. Try bike sharing or rent a bike from Bike Stop at SAFRA Punggol or GoCycling! While you’re at it, check out Kampong Lorong Buangkok, Singapore’s last surviving traditional village.
6. Stroll along the Punggol Promenade Punggol Point Walk boardwalk
There’s nothing more calming then taking a nice, leisurely stroll with views of the sea and the sound of lapping waves. Located near the recently completed Punggol Point Cove BTO project, the Punggol Promenade Punggol Point Walk boardwalk is easy enough for even the little ones to conquer – plus, it’s also stroller-friendly & wheelchair-friendly! It’s one of the shorter boardwalks in Singapore so you can easily slot it into your next outing in Punggol.
7. Picnic at Punggol Waterway Park
Whether you want to sit down and have a picnic or go on a bike ride in Punggol with kids, you can do all these and more at Punggol Waterway Park. It has four different zones, including Nature Cove, a grassy area where families can kick a ball or settle down with some snacks and a Recreation Zone where you can continue with the water play or sand play. Check out the Heritage Zone for more nature goodness or The Green Gallery for some trail walking. Don’t forget to play “Spot The Otter!”
Punggol Waterway Park, Sentul Crescent Road
8. Spend the day at Coney Island
It’s no secret that we’re big fans of green spaces and rustic parks, and Coney Island ticks all these boxes. You’ll need to pack your mozzie repellent and sunblock for this though, because certain areas are known to have their share of sandflies. If you don’t have bikes of your own, rent some from Jomando Adventure & Recreation, located at the end of Punggol Settlement. Or if you’ve cycled enough and are looking for a break, look for signs that’ll direct you to five beach areas where you can sit down while the day away. If the kids want more adventures, check out the obstacle course at the Casuarina Exploration Playground!
9. Spot turtles at Punggol Point Park
Who knew Punggol could be so darn picturesque? Settle down by the promenade, and you’ll get a great view of the open sea from here. Kids will also love saying hello to the turtles at the Water Lily Ponds or playing at the sandy playground. You could even walk to the jetty and try your hand at fishing!
Punggol Point Park, Punggol Point Rd, Singapore 828871
10. Go prawning
Looking for something new to do with the kids along Tebing Lane in Punggol? Try prawning! It’s much easier than fishing and less work too. And the best part, of course, is barbecuing the prawns after and reaping the benefits of your newfound prawning skills! But be warned: this place isn’t for the angry!
Prawning rates: $24 for one hour, $44 for two hours with one hour free
Hai Bin Punggol, 6 Tebing Lane #01-04 Singapore 828835
11. Try an archery course!
Looking for something more adventurous? Why not try your hands at archery? The Archery Club of Singapore offers introductory, advanced and competitive classes. Kids can either have private classes where an experienced trainer teach them the basic shooting techniques, or they can learn the fundamentals in a group setting.
Archery Club of Singapore, Punggol South Archery Centre, 437 Hougang Ave 8, Singapore 530437
12. Visit the Punggol Regional Library
The relatively new five-storey Punggol Regional Library has heaps of fun things for the kids to explore! With an amazing selection of books for all ages to a dress-up corner with toys and puppets, DIY tinkering station and more, kids can easily spend hours here – and we’re not complaining, because yay aircon!
Punggol Regional Library, #01-12, One Punggol, 1 Punggol Drive, Singapore 828629
Where to eat in Punggol: Cafes, casual eateries and hawker stalls
There are a number of food options you can choose from at the malls in Punggol. Some places we love at Waterway Point are the usual stalwarts like Tim Ho Wan, Yayoi, Din Tai Fung, Soup Spoon Union, Genki Sushi and more. You can also find an array of dining options at the Oasis Terraces and Northshore Malls.
However, if you prefer a change of scene, you can hit up The Punggol Settlement and Punggol Container Park in Tebing Lane for some yummy eats. You lapped up the seafront views at Punggol; now lap up the sea offerings at House of Seafood and Ponggol Seafood, which serve up only the freshest bites. Punggol Container Park in Tebing Lane also has its share of eclectic eateries like Whisk and Paddle for brunch fare and Firenzie Bar & Bistro for live football matches and bar snacks.
One Punggol Hawker Centre, 1 Punggol Drive, Singapore 828629
House of Seafood @ Punggol, 500 New Punggol Rd, #01-01/02, The Punggol Settlement, Singapore 828617
Ponggol Seafood, 500 New Punggol Rd, #01-07/08/09, The Punggol Settlement, Singapore 828617
Whisk and Paddle, 10 Tebing Lane, #01-01, Singapore 828836
Firenzie Bar & Bistro, 10, Tebing Lane, #01-02, Singapore 828836
Izakaya 95, #02-05, The Punggol Settlement, 500 New Punggol Road, Singapore 828617
Fat Po, #01-05/06, 10 Tebing Lane, Singapore 828836
Anna’s Sourdough, 681 Punggol Drive, #01-04, Oasis Terraces, Singapore 820681 (halal!)
D’Rubinah @ Punggol, 10 Tebing Lane, Singapore 828849 (halal!)
Where to shop in Punggol: Best malls
We’re spoilt for choice when it comes to shopping malls in Singapore. Punggol has a few cool malls with several kid-friendly amenities! We highly recommend these places during your visit:
NEW: Punggol Coast Mall
This new mall, connected to the new Punggol Coast MRT station, will be progressively opening throughout March 2025. Expect to see over 120 new stores, including Muji’s first outlet in the northeast! You’ll have lots of dining options too, including fan favourites like Din Tai Fung, Astons, Jollibee, Mr. Coconut, Ya Kun Kaya Toast, and much more!
Punggol Coast Mall, New Punggol Road, Singapore 828604
Northshore Plaza I & II
The Northshore Plaza malls are the newest in Punggol, opening just last year. It is split into 2 sections that are connected via a bridge. You will find a surfeit of options for shopping and dining. Plus, you can also find cool outdoor playgrounds in both malls.
Northshore Plaza I, 407 Northshore Drive, Singapore 820407 and Northshore Plaza II, 418 Northshore Drive, Singapore 820418
Oasis Terraces
Located next to the Punggol waterway, Oasis Terraces is an indoor integrated shopping mall designed to be family-friendly with a number of amenities. The mall offers a diverse selection of dining options, including restaurants and cafes. Plus, we love the rooftop water play area, a notable attraction at Oasis Terraces. The water playground is the perfect place for kiddos to cool off on a hot day.
Oasis Terraces, 681 Punggol Drive, Singapore 820681
Waterway Point
Located in the heart of Punggol, Waterway Point is a four-storey mall that’s just beside the Punggol MRT/LRT station. You can look forward to a free indoor playground called Wonderland, with toddler-friendly play areas. For older kiddos, there’s a rabbit-themed playground with tall slides, trampolines and more. Not to mention the amazing wet playground dubbed Happy Park – there’s still lots to look forward to. You can also find yummy eats, shops and amazing waterway views.
Waterway Point, 83 Punggol Central, Level 2, Singapore 828761
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