Unique Things To Do With Kids In Singapore This Year!

NEW FAMILY–FRIENDLY RESTAURANTS IN SINGAPORE

Not to be confused with the Botanic Gardens, or the similarly-named residences, The Botanic is the hottest new restaurant to hit up within the central district. Taking over the space previously held by Salt Tapas Bar, The Botanic lives up to its name of being a lush setting for your meals. Allow chefs from around the world delight you and the family with a smorgasbord of flavors from cuisines ranging from Nyonya to Mediterranean, while you soak in the laidback atmosphere from indoors or alfresco seating.

The Botanic, #01-22A, Raffles City Shopping Centre, 252 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179103, https://thebotanic.com.sg. Opens Monday to Sunday from 12noon to 11pm.

Other New Family-friendly Eateries

Chee Kei Wonton Noodles, https://www.cheekeiwonton.com/ - Famous Hong Kong noodles opens in SG

Almost Famous Craft Beer Bar, https://almostfamous.sg/ – Minimalist bar

Kota88 Restaurant, https://www.kota88restaurant.com/ - Authentic Chinese-Indonesian fusion dishes

Violet Oon, https://violetoon.com/ – Peranakan fare from profound food critic

Kinobe, https://www.facebook.com/kinobesg/ - Affordable Japanese rice bowls

Fast Food Openings

A&W, https://www.facebook.com/rootbeerSG/ - Nostalgic fast-food makes a comeback!

Shake Shack, https://www.shakeshack.com/ – World-famous burger chain set to open in March 2019

Three Buns Quayside, http://www.threebuns.com/singapore/ – The folks of Potato Head’s newly-launched burger concept

Cafes Galore

Tiong Bahru Bakery Safari, https://www.littlestepsasia.com/singapore/articles/play/tiong-bahru-bakery-dempsey

Joe & Dough Holland Village, https://www.joeanddough.com/ - Coffee group’s first full-dining concept

Casa Rustico, https://www.facebook.com/casarustico/ - Pastas, breakfast and homemade desserts!

Romantic Splurges

Zen, http://www.restaurantzen.com/

Esora, https://www.restaurant-esora.com/

Get Your Sugar Fix

Nayuki, https://www.facebook.com/nayukisg/ – Cheese Tea Café

Taigai, https://www.facebook.com/taigaisg/ - Bubble Tea bar from China!

Heytea, https://www.heytea.com/ - New bubble tea chain

NEW HOTEL OPENINGS IN SINGAPORE:

It might have taken a while for The Capitol Kempinski Hotel to finally open at The Capitol Piazza, but the wait was well worth it. Boasting 157 rooms and suites, this swanky hotel is conveniently located in the heart of it all, a stone’s throw from the main shopping districts and near countless eateries. Combining modernity and traditional designs, this landmark will make the perfect venue for your next family staycation.

The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore, Capitol Piazza, 15 Stamford Road, Singapore 178906, https://www.kempinski.com/en/singapore/the-capitol-singapore/

Other Newly-opened Hotels:

Six Senses Duxton, http://www.garchahotels.com/duxton-singapore - Suites in the city

Ann Siang House, https://annsianghouse.com/ - Revamped boutique hotel

Hotels To Open In 2019:

The Outpost Hotel @ Sentosa, http://www.stayfareast.com/en/hotels/the-outpost-sentosa

Village Hotel Sentosa, http://www.stayfareast.com/en/hotels/village-hotel-sentosa

Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore, https://www.dusit.com/dusitthani/laguna/singapore/

New Experiences At Hotels:

Shangri-La Singapore, http://www.shangri-la.com/singapore/shangrila/ - Launch of new Family Deluxe Rooms, Family Dining Experiences, and Travel Light Amenities.

NEW FAMILY MOVIES IN SINGAPORE

Cute creatures are set to take over the big screens in the coming year, with flicks like Dumbo and How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World releasing in the first few months. Of course, who can forget that we’ll also finally be finding out the aftermath of the last Avengers movie? Before long, you and the kids will get all wrapped up with the action again. Ready for some popcorn?

How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2386490/

Dumbo, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3861390/

Pokemon: Detective Pikachu, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon:_Detective_Pikachu

Sonic The Hedgehog, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3794354/

Frozen 2, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3794354/

Toy Story 4, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1979376/

NEW KID-FRIENDLY EXHIBITIONS IN SINGAPORE

There’s no shortage of museum galleries, art installations and workshops to get involved in together with the kids – with some even being completely free! Before they end their limited run, make sure to make a date with the fam for a fun day out with these activities.

Minimalism: Space. Light. Object. – National Gallery, https://www.nationalgallery.sg/exhibitions/minimalism-space-light-object

Between the Lines - Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall, http://www.sysnmh.org.sg/

Going Play-ces, Playeum, Children’s Centre For Creativity, https://www.playeum.com/

The Little Prince: Behind The Story, Singapore Philatelic Museum, https://www.spm.org.sg

NEW KIDS ACTIVITIES IN SINGAPORE

Latest multi-activity park to hit our shores is SuperPark Singapore. Located in Suntec City, this Finnish-designed arena boasts of 40,000 sq feet of space filled with 20 exhilarating play activities for kids, teenagers, and adults! There are 3 main play areas: Adventure Area, Game Arena, and Freestyle Hall. From flying foxes to tube slides and paddle cars, there are activities catered for everyone of different ability levels. A great way for some family bonding time!

SuperPark Singapore, 3 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec City Tower 1, #02-477 (North Wing) Singapore 038983, https://www.superpark.com.sg/. Opens Mon-Fri 10am – 9pm, Sat, Sun, Public and School Holidays 9am – 9pm.

Other Places To Check Out:

Headrock VR, https://www.headrockvr.sg/

Maggie and Rose, https://www.littlestepsasia.com/singapore/articles/play/maggie-rose-opening-dempsey

Goglamping, https://www.goglampingsg.com/ - Glamping experience right along East Coast Park!

Mini-Golf Club Holey Moley, https://www.littlestepsasia.com/singapore/articles/play/mini-golf-club-holey-moley-opens-sg

PLAYtopia, https://www.littlestepsasia.com/singapore/articles/play/playtopia-indoor-playground

Club Coco Nut, https://www.littlestepsasia.com/singapore/articles/play/club-coco-nut

NEW SHOPS FOR KIDS IN SINGAPORE

Take coloring to a whole new level for the kiddos with these washable silicone drawing mats lovingly crafted by Jessica Tan. The DrawnBy: Jessica mats are not only environmentally-friendly as they are reusable, but they are also free from harmful chemicals and substances. Each mat depicts doodles of everyday things and creatures that kids are familiar with. Best part, the mats can double-up as gorgeous placemats!

DrawnBy: Jessica, https://www.drawnbyjessica.com/

Other New Stores To Check Out:

Barefoot Toys, https://www.littlestepsasia.com/singapore/articles/play/barefoot-toys

Wild Sundays, https://shopwildsundays.com/

Kraton Home, https://www.kratonhome.com/

The Upmrkt, https://www.theupmrkt.com/

NEW - NEARBY ACTIVITIES IN MALAYSIA

SkyTropolis Funland, Level 1 First World Plaza, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia, +60 3-2718 1118, http://www.rwgenting.com/themepark/Skytropolis