Top Family-Friendly Cycling And Biking Trails In Singapore

EASTERN COASTAL LOOP - East Coast To Pasir Ris Park In Singapore

Difficulty level: Easy
Distance: ~20km to Changi
Cycling Time: ~2hr

Gear up and head to the east where your cycling adventure that connects Pasir Ris Park to East Coast Park awaits! The path is nice and flat and you get to enjoy the spectacular eastern coastline of the island. You can choose to stop over various green pockets along the way and also get some grub at the food centers. Either bring your own bikes or simply rent them from any of the PCN (Park Connector Network) Pitstops located along the track. For tots and bubs not yet ready to cycle yet, there are attachable baby seats for the bicycles for rent as well. Wind down at the end of the day by dipping your feet into the lapping waves at East Coast.

Want more? Head over the Changi Jurassic Mile and marvel at the life-sized dinos! Steal some insta-worthy shots while you're at it. The kids will definitely be thrilled! Check out our Changi Jurassic Mile video here!

Feeling peckish after? Go all the way to Changi Beach Park and grab some delicious grub at the Changi Village Hawker Centre! Moms and Dads can cool down with some drinks at Little Island Brewing Company too.

EXTENSION OF EASTERN COASTAL LOOP - Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Flyer In Singapore

Difficulty level: Easy
Distance: ~6km
Cycling Time: ~1hr

Start off this route at Tanjong Rhu Promenade, located opposite Singapore Sports Hub and you'll find yourself basking amongst famous landmarks in the heart of the city. Explore Gardens by the Bay towards Marina Barrage alongside the Marina Bay skyline and enjoy some panoramic views at the promenade of Marina Bay Sands and the ArtScience Museum. You might even spot some resident otters while you're at it!

SENTOSA - VivoCity To Sentosa Cove In Singapore

Difficulty level: Easy to Challenging
Distance: Depends on route
Cycling Time: Depends on route

Forget the frou-frou and tourist attractions on Sentosa and bring your kids instead, on a cycling escapade on this little isle. Bring along your kids’ bikes or you can easily hire from Segway Tours Singapore. There are also SG Bikes for hire at your disposal. To unlock these bikes, you'll have to install the SG Bike app and follow the instructions accordingly. Do note that there are a limited number of bikes, so availability is not always guaranteed. Head to the beach walk area if you’ve got little ones still learning how to cycle. The roads are flatter and much easier for them to handle. Older kiddos can take up the challenge on the more hilly terrain around the island.

There are 3 trails to choose from- From VivoCity to Sentosa Cove (Under 6km), From Sentosa Cove to VivoCity (Under 6km), and Siloso to Palawan to Tanjong Beach (3.2km). Click here for more information!

NORTHERN EASTERN RIVERINE LOOP - Punggol Waterway Park To Lor Halus Wetland In Singapore

Difficulty level: Easy
Distance: ~26km
Cycling Time: ~2 to 3hrs

This loop encompasses the neighborhoods of Buangkok, Sengkang, and Punggol, to Punggol Beach, and the Lorong Halus Wetland. Definitely one of our top picks for a leisurely ride, start off at Punggol Waterway Park that boasts of well-maintained tracks that are bound to make cycling a breeze even for the little tikes. You can cycle along the promenade while admiring the surrounding view and take a breather on the many benches that are sprinkled around the park. For the energetic kiddos, there’s a water playground and sand-play area for them to go wild!

CONEY ISLAND - Off The Beaten Track In Singapore

Difficulty level: Easy to Moderate
Distance: ~2.4km
Cycling Time: ~30mins depending on pit stops

Explore the untouched rustic terrain of Coney Island as you veer off Punggol Waterway Park. You can cycle along the path or if you're feeling more adventurous, check out the forested areas and find yourselves peering out at the many beaches. Don't forget to slather on sunblock and mosquito repellent is an absolute must! Visit our Coney Island With Kids guide here!

SOUTHERN RIDGES LOOP - Mount Faber To Henderson Waves In Singapore

Difficulty level: Moderate
Distance: ~9km
Cycling Time: ~1hr depending on pit stops

Cycling is very much uphill here across Mt Faber Park and Telok Blangah Hill. You can start off at Buona Vista Road, cycle until the 80-meter-long Alexandra Arch, known as a ‘Gateway to Nature’. Explore the Forest Walk and head towards Telok Blangah Hill. Kids and adults alike will love the iconic Henderson Waves, famed for its undulating wave-like structure. You can take a breather here and marvel at the view atop trees and vegetation.

Slowly make your way up Mount Faber and soak in the views across towards Sentosa. End off your day with a decadent meal at Arbora or Dusk!

PULAU UBIN - Rustic Village And Quarries In Singapore

Difficulty level: Challenging
Distance: Depends on route
Cycling Time: Depends on route

For the thrill-seeker families and those yearning for a look back at Singapore in the 60s, Pulau Ubin is THE place for your next biking venture. This is one place where bikes literally rule the island! Hop off the ferry at the jetty and you’ll be greeted with bike rental shops with bikes of all shapes and sizes. Attachable tot seats are also available for rental. If you’ve got little tikes in tow, skip the Ketam Trail, which is Singapore’s first purpose-built mountain biking trail. Opt for the other trails and tracks with flat stretches, although, slopes are highly inevitable around the island so keep a lookout always. Most important advice for cycling in Ubin? Pile on the mozzie repellent and you’re in for an enjoyable ride. Check out Little Steps' Pulau Ubin guide here!

CENTRAL URBAN LOOP - Bishan, Ang Mo Kio To Whampoa In Singapore

Difficulty level: Moderate
Distance: ~36km
Cycling Time: ~3 to 4hrs

One of the largest urban parks on the island with lots of wildlife spotting is Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, part of the Central Urban Loop. With the Kallang River as its backdrop and various playgrounds, you can take a breather here, have the kids run around as you enjoy the scenery. Resident otters have been spotted here too!

You can also start off your cycling route from Toa Payoh and visit the iconic Dragon Playground. Watch our video of the playground here!

KRANJI COUNTRYSIDE - Kranji, Lim Chu Kang, Sungei Buloh Wetlands Reserve In Singapore

Difficulty level: Moderate
Distance: ~20km
Cycling Time: ~2hrs

If your kiddos are older and are up for it, exploring the Kranji Countryside on bikes might be an interesting weekend adventure. Here, there are no cycling paths, but you’ll be riding on normal roads so make sure you’re all safely geared up for it. The main route takes you past the World War II Battle of Kranji site and various agriculture and animal farms. You can stop over at the famous Bollywood Veggies Farm/Restaurant for a quick bite along the way. End off your day by visiting the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve for a close encounter with nature.

Want more? Check out Hay Dairies goat farm for some up-close encounter with the little goats and buy back some goat's milk while you're at it. View our video on Hay Dairies here!