10 Places in S’pore To Visit Now Besides The Jewel Changi Since Everyone is There

Looking for a place to go while waiting for the hype at Jewel Changi to die down?

I mean, I get you.

You really want to visit the Jewel but the crowds…

Say no more.

Now, instead of staying at home and rot cuz Singapore’s too boring, did you know that there are many other places where you can visit until you finally make your way to Jewel Changi?

Here are 10 places you can visit for just as much fun but with lesser crowd.

Sometimes, it’s fun to be a tourist in your own country.

1. Universal Studios Singapore

Singapore’s very own Universal Studios is a must visit for tourists and locals. Universal Studios is also located in other parts of the world like the USA and Japan and of course, the park here is not as big as the ones located overseas, but it does offer the same amount of entertainment and leisure for park-goers.

There are seven zones within the park that offers a variety of rides. You can rides which are themed after movies such as Transformers, Battlestar Galactica, Madagascar and Shrek. For thrill seekers, the Battlestar Galactica: HUMAN vs. CYLON and Revenge of the Mummy are a must do while you’re there.

If you bring children along, there are also rides for them such as the Shrek 4-D adventure and Madagascar: A Crate Adventure. These are much slower kiddy rides for children to enjoy. But if your little one is a thrill seeker like you, they can ride the Enchanted Airways, a mini rollercoaster for children.

There are also parades where characters perform in, and if you’re lucky enough to spot one of them roaming the streets, you can take a photo with them.

2. Adventure Cove

Also located in Resorts World Sentosa, Adventure Cove is a waterpark which offers visitors encounters with marine life and water-based rides.

There are high-speed water slides that you can enjoy with your friends and family. A highlight would be the Riptide Rocket, a ride not for the faint-hearted. It’s an intense water rollercoaster that has climbs, drops, twists and turns.

Really, imagine riding a rollercoaster without the safety belts and only gripping on to the sides of the float to keep you on it.

Another attraction for thrill seekers would be Splashworks, which is almost like a mini obstacle course over water. You have to walk across a balance beam, cross a tight rope, climb a cargo net and then leap off a cliff.

Adventure River is another must do attraction while at the water park. Aquatic enthusiasts should visit this, as you will float down 14 different aquatic scenes with marine life swimming above you in the underwater tunnel.

Plus, you can also pet stingrays and snorkel in a reef. Touching your food has never sounded so good.

3. Night Safari

If you’re tired of seeing the zoo in broad daylight, you can visit the Night Safari.

The Night Safari is the world’s first nocturnal wildlife park and is a 12-time winner of the Best Attraction category awarded by the Singapore Tourism Board. The park only opens at 7:15 pm, so it really is dark.

At the Night Safari, you can see elephants, fishing cats, otters, pangolins, civets and more. There’s even a dining experience where you dine with exotic animals. Like the daytime zoo, the Night Safari also has animal shows to feature the unique animals the Night Safari is home to.

4. Gardens by the Bay

Nature lovers, this is the place for you. Gardens by the Bay boasts a whopping 101 hectares of garden. Conveniently located right in the heart of Singapore, it’s a tad bit more accessible than Botanic Gardens. No matter which month of the year, there will always be beautiful floral displays for visitors to see.

There are also themed gardens that come in every once in a while. Previously, there was a cherry blossom display. Currently, there’s a European Fair, which is located in the Flower Field Hall. There are different booths that sell Dutch food and beverages, Dutch costume rentals, and Singapore’s biggest Tulip festival.

If you don’t have a fear of heights like me, you can also visit the OCBC Skywalk. Oh, and there’s also an indoor waterfall here.

Don’t worry about wet weather plans either, because the flower domes are indoor and air-conditioned. So you wouldn’t have to worry about mosquitos either.

5. Ion Orchard

To shop? Maybe. Besides shopping, there’s also an observatory deck on the 55th floor.

Tickets aren’t free, technically. You have to spend $20 to redeem a ticket and wait for the ticket to be sent to you digitally after a few working days. So you’ll have to plan ahead.

The view is breathtaking as it showcases Singapore’s horizon. You can also dine at the Salt Grill & Sky Bar located on the same level. There’s also an application which you can download to learn more about local landmarks through AR!

And if you’re scared of heights, here’s a tip: Don’t look down.

6. Singapore Flyer

If you’re looking for a place to spend leisure time with your family while not doing anything much, you can visit the Singapore Flyer. It’s Asia’s largest giant observation wheel and stands 165m off the ground. Another one not for people who dislike heights.

The surrounding view consists of Marina Bay and other iconic Singapore landmarks. After the ride, you can also visit the shops and restaurants they have there.

Or if you’re feeling rich, you can actually have a dinner with your bae in the Singapore Flyer!

7. Marina Bay Sands

Shop for luxury brands here, or visit the casino. (But do it with caution, please only gamble if you’re able to afford it) Or if you have an appreciation for the arts, you can watch a Broadway musical at the Sands Theatres.

You can also plan a staycation there and stay in one of their fancy rooms. While you’re at it, you can also visit the Sands Skypark Observation Deck. You can get an amazing view of Singapore’s cityscape and Gardens by the Bay’s Supertree Grove.

If you’re brave enough, you can also take a dip in the infinity pool which is 150m long. Since it’s located on the very top of Marina Bay Sands, you can get a glimpse of the cityscape even while swimming.

I mean, even David Beckham has been there, so it’s got to be goody.

Again, if you have a fear of heights, this may not be for you. (I don’t know why I’m suggesting places with heights either)

8. Jurong Bird Park

Back to the animal attractions, Jurong Bird Park is a park that has solely birds in it. Obviously. At the park, you can feed the birds and go on wildlife tours. Despite it being an animal park, this provides a different experience than visiting the zoo.

There’s also a waterpark there for children to play in after they’re done for the day.

For Gudetama lovers out there, there’s currently an ongoing Gudetama themed event there. You can also stand a chance to win Gudetama merchandise by participating in their photo competition.

Plus, there’s a 5-metre tall Gudetama there for all your Instagram moments!

9. Fort Canning Park

Calling all history, music and nature lovers: If you’ve never visited Fort Canning Park, you’re missing out. There’s no shopping or air-conditioned facilities here, but there sure is a lot to learn.

You can explore the place where the British decided to surrender to the invading Japanese during World War II (WWII), and walk around the Fort Canning Bunker, also known as the Battle Box.

It is formerly known as the Headquarters Malaya Command Operations Bunker and was an emergency, bomb-proof command centre during the Malayan Campaign and the Battle of Singapore. You can learn more about its history and story through the walkthrough.

10. Merlion Park

Now, you may think that this is a boring attraction to visit. But here, you can see the Merlion up-close and personal while getting your fill of exercise. It’s unconventional since we’re glued to our phones, so this will definitely bring back some childhood memories of school trips to the park.

Besides that, you can also take quirky Instagram shots.

Instead of spending your weekend trying to get tickets into the Jewel Changi, why not spend a day exploring Singapore instead?

Plus, if you’re going to Jewel for A&W itself, be glad to know that if you can just wait for two more months, a second A&W outlet is going to open up in Singapore.

More details here.