- 新加坡親子遊
- 親子文化體驗
- ducktour
- bigbussingapore
- 新加坡自由行
- 親子旅遊日記
- 水陸兩用車
- 哈芝巷
- sultanmosque
- 甘榜格南
- 小印度區
- 新加坡多元文化
- 新加坡牛車水
- 佛牙寺龍華院
- 新加坡唐人街
- laupasat
- 老巴剎
- 新加坡美食
- 海南雞飯
- 沙嗲串
- 新加坡國家美術館
- 愛琴橋
- 戰爭紀念公園
- 新加坡地標
- 親子城市探索
- 新加坡地鐵輕鬆遊
- 克拉碼頭住宿
- 新加坡旅遊
- 親子小旅行
- 亞洲文化探索
Singapore Family Trip
A Fusion of Cultures, Historical Exploration, and a Food Paradise: A Day to Experience Singapore's Diverse Charm
After leaving Australia, we arrived at Singapore, often referred to as the "Microcosm of Asia," for the final stop of our journey.
Today's itinerary was packed and exciting—from riding the fun amphibious "DUCKtour" to exploring Marina Bay, museums, and landmarks; then diving into the cultural vibrancy of Little India, Haji Lane, and Chinatown, and finally ending the day with local delicacies.
This is Singapore—a small yet endlessly fascinating city!
🛥️ Amphibious "DUCKtour" Adventure
Our day began with the thrilling and unique DUCKtour!
This is a sightseeing vehicle converted from a World War II amphibious vehicle that can drive straight from the road into the water. The kids were initially nervous, asking, "Will it sink?" but soon their worries turned into laughter 🤣.
The DUCKtour cruised along Marina Bay, showcasing the intersection of city and harbor views, passing by several iconic landmarks, and giving us a fresh perspective on the city.
📍 Highlights include:
- Anderson Bridge
- Cavenagh Bridge
- Singapore Supreme Court
- National Gallery Singapore
- The Cenotaph (War Memorial Park)
This was not just a sightseeing ride but also a moving history lesson, especially with the guided audio commentary, which provided both adults and kids with a wealth of knowledge.
🚌 BIG BUS City Tour|Exploring Ground Attractions
After the DUCKtour, we hopped onto the Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing bus, which conveniently connected us to several key city attractions—perfect for family travel!
We chose to hop off and explore the following cultural districts:
🕌 Sultan Mosque + Haji Lane: A Blend of Islamic Heritage and Trendy Street Art
Strolling through Kampong Glam, we were greeted by the majestic Sultan Mosque. The kids exclaimed, "It looks like a palace from a fairy tale!" while we were captivated by its golden dome and intricate Islamic architecture.
Walking into Haji Lane, the scene transformed into vibrant graffiti walls, indie shops, and artsy cafes—a great spot for photos and souvenirs.
🕌 Little India: A Colorful South Asian Cultural Experience
Next, we visited the bustling Little India, where the streets were filled with the aroma of spices, Indian music, and colorful buildings.
We wandered around the famous Tekka Centre market, bought some vibrant Indian-style clothing, and let the kids try Indian sweets like Ladoo, which left them with sugar-coated smiles.
This was also a great opportunity to learn about multiculturalism, with the kids exclaiming, "I didn't know India had so many flavors!"
🏮 Chinatown: Chinese Heritage and Festive Atmosphere
In the evening, we arrived at the familiar yet exotic Chinatown, which felt like stepping into a Taiwanese night market.
The streets were adorned with red lanterns, flanked by traditional Chinese architecture and modern trendy shops. We also visited the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, a stunning Buddhist sanctuary rich in religious art.
For the kids, this was a chance to see "our culture" thriving in a foreign land.
🍜 Lau Pa Sat: A Feast for the Taste Buds!
For dinner, we headed to the popular food center Lau Pa Sat, a microcosm of Singapore's culinary culture, featuring over 30 stalls offering Chinese, Southeast Asian, Indian, and Malay dishes.
We ordered: charcoal-grilled satay skewers, Hainanese chicken rice, radish cake, iced herbal tea, and bak kut teh!
Every bite was a delight, and every dish had the kids saying, "I want another one!"
🏨 Accommodation: ibis Styles Hotel at Clarke Quay
Tonight, we stayed at the ibis Styles Hotel near Clarke Quay. The location was convenient, the rooms were bright and minimalist, and there were plenty of riverside restaurants and bars nearby.
The kids, exhausted from the day's adventures, fell asleep as soon as they hit the bed, while we enjoyed the night view from the balcony, feeling grateful for a day full of cultural immersion and family bonding.
Explore the unique charm of Singapore and embark on an adventure across land and sea aboard a DUCK tours duck boat! 🌊 A duck boat tour not only takes you past Singapore's iconic sights, but also takes you beyond the mainland to discover hidden gems. Compared to traditional river barges, the duck boat tour offers a more comprehensive and longer itinerary, giving you more time to appreciate Singapore's beauty. 📍 The duck boat tour includes stops at key landmarks like Gardens by the Bay, Suntec Shopping Centre, City Hall, and the War Memorial, giving you a comprehensive understanding of Singapore's history and culture.
This is a very popular activity. I booked it the day before departure, but only booked it for the last day of my trip. You absolutely have to arrive half an hour early because Suntec City is so huge, and it took us ages to find our seat. Just prepare your QR code to exchange your ticket, which is quick, and then wait in line. Everyone has a numbered seat, so there's no need to fight for it. It's quite fun, especially the water dive. As an adult, I found the explanations very good, allowing me to quickly and comprehensively learn about Singapore. My child was a bit young, so we weren't as enthusiastic later on. The only problem was that it was a bit hot, so it's best to bring a fan or small electric fan. The duration is 50 minutes, so use the restroom beforehand.
It's a rare experience to ride an amphibious military vehicle, but the trip was very short, less than an hour. And the explanation was very superficial, without more historical introduction, just a simple architectural introduction. They helped take photos and gave stickers to children as souvenirs. Overall, it was average.
You can quickly visit Singapore's coastal bay by duck boat. On the boat, you can see the Merlion, Sand, Durian Museum, Ferris Wheel, Lv Flagship Shop... We can also listen to the commentator to explain Singapore's history. It's a good experience. We just have to pay attention to which company we buy tickets. We almost missed because we went wrong, because the two different companies are still quite far apart by boat.
It is still recommended. It takes half an hour on land and half an hour on water. You can visit many famous attractions. It is best to go there as soon as you arrive in Singapore to understand the terrain. If your English is not very good, you must choose the Chinese-speaking class, which usually starts at 4:30 pm. It is best to book it one or two days in advance.
Very interesting projects are more interesting than beautiful scenery along the way. It's impossible to get a full understanding of Singapore without taking a duck boat. (Captain's Chinese Tour Guide always introduces the development of Singapore, which is very vivid! It's very convenient to buy tickets and take a boat from Adidas gate in Xinda City.
DAY: We went to take a duck boat on a rainy day. While waiting for the boat, we strolled around the Marina Bay Shopping Center, had the famous "Ya Kun" kaya toast, and bought two T-shirts for 19 SGD (really a bargain, about the same as La Chapelle in China). The duck boat traveled on the water and land of Marina Bay. The amphibious operation was a highlight. We saw several famous landmark buildings in Singapore, but the rest was average. We saw a lot of Mobikes on the way. It seems that shared bicycles are starting to become popular.
It is interesting to take an amphibious duck boat to visit famous attractions in Singapore. We booked the 5:30 pm session with a Chinese tour guide, which allowed us to listen to the tour guide explain Singapore's cultural history and traditional customs while sightseeing. It was very good~ The only drawback was that the computer randomly assigned seats. The three of us sat in the last row, which was too close to the engine and the noise was relatively loud, which affected the experience.