Visiting Sentosa Island – A Perfect Guide For Sentosa Island Tour In Singapore
Planning a visit to the Sentosa Island in Singapore for the first time? Here is are all the major attractions and information you will need to make the most out of your Sentosa Island tour.
Sentosa Island Tour – The city Singapore comprises of 63 islands, not just one but SIXTY THREE! Well, if you fantasize for an experience of living on an island or if you want to take a city break you can certainly find a lot of options here. I got a chance to visit the Sentosa Island resort which has lots of attractions and each one of them being different from the other.
The major attractions on Sentosa Island include the Universal Studios, S.E.A aquarium which has one of the largest collection of aquatic animals in the world, Tiger Sky Tower, Sentosa Merlion, the Madame Tussaud’s Museum, the Trick Eye Museum, Cove Waterpark, the Palawan & Siloso Beaches, the Wings of Time show and the Dolphin island. This island offers entertainment, adventure rides, beach relaxation all at one place. Once you are in Sentosa Island, you can take the easily available bus, tram or train to move around the island. These transport services within the island are free of cost and will be extremely convenient to commute during your Sentosa Island tour.
Sentosa Island Tour, Singapore
When To Visit
Singapore is a round the year tourist destination as it’s weather remains warm throughout the year, still I would recommend you to visit during the year end between October and December. The weather is pleasant during these months and ideal for sightseeing and enjoying the various activities Sentosa Island has to offer.
Due to its location, the Sentosa Island resort also experiences rain throughout the year, so it is advisable to carry umbrellas or raincoats during your visit.
How To Reach
The Sentosa island resort is conveniently accessible through cable cars that operate from the HarbourFront tower, the Sentosa Express (MRT train system), buses & taxis. If the weather is pleasant, you can also prefer to take a stroll through the VivoCity shopping mall to the resort via the Sentosa Boardwalk which has a pretty, garden-themed trail.
Getting there through the cable car service is very enjoyable as you get to catch glimpses of the beautiful scenic views over the city, harbor and Sentosa.
Major Attractions to Visit In Sentosa Island, Singapore
The Universal Studios
The Universal Studios, Singapore is the first theme park of its kind to open in Southeast Asia. It is located within Resorts World Sentosa on Sentosa Island, Singapore and features 24 rides, shows and attractions in seven themed zones. Each themed zone is inspired from famous movies which includes Madagascar, dinosaurs in The Lost World, Sci-Fi city with the Transformers, Far Far Away Land of Shrek, Ancient Egypt rules by the Mummy and the Sesame Street in New York. There are rides, live entertainment, street dance performances, ample of food & shopping outlets in all the zones in accordance to the themes they have been inspired from. Visiting the Universal Studios will be the most incredible thing to do during your Sentosa Island tour.
Opening Hours:
10 AM to 7 PM (The timings may be extended or vary on some days due to some events.)
Entrance Fees:
| One Day Pass | Adult (SGD) | Child (SGD) |
|---|---|---|
| One Day Pass | S$76 (USD 55) | S$56 (USD 41) |
Savings Tips :
- To avoid the long queues that are lined up for the rides you can purchase a VIP Pass for which you will have to pay about S$100 extra on the entrance fees.
- To save the cost, I would recommend you to buy tickets online (Super Saver Pass) that show up great discounts on seasonal basis. This would avoid the long queues & save your time that you can spend on other entertainment activities.
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Sentosa Merlion
The Merlion is Singapore’s prominent iconic symbol. It is a mythical creature with a lion’s head and a fish’s body depicted as the guardian of prosperity which personifies Singapore’s history as an important seaport. Here, at Sentosa Island the Merlion statue is 37 meters tall. You can enter inside this statue and reach the top of it, on both it’s head & mouth and get a view of the island from there.
You can visit this place if you have extra time to spend at the island or if you don’t just pass by and get a picture with this majestic statue.
Opening Hours:
10 AM to 8 PM
Entrance Fees:
- Standard Ticket: S$12. (USD 9)
- Child/senior citizen: S$9. (USD 7)
The Trick Eye Museum
This place is an another must visit attraction at Sentosa Island. It has some amazing visualization of art combined with illusion. You can capture many fun & interesting 3D pictures of yourself and your family. It has some themed zones including Mystery, Supernatural, Fairytale, Fantasy and Trick World. Each zone has there own scenes according to the themes. All the scenes have details and suggested poses besides them for your reference. You can also use your imagination and create unique poses for your pictures.
Opening Hours:
10 AM to 9 PM
Entrance Fees:
- Standard Ticket: S$25. (USD 18)
- Child: S$20. (USD 15)
At the entrance they will recommend you to download the trick eye museum app to make the pictures more fun and lively. Make sure to install it and you will have an amazing time filled with lots of laughter and fun.
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S.E.A Aquarium
The SEA Aquarium (Southeast Asia Aquarium) is one of the World’s Largest Aquarium and is home to more than 100,000 marine animals. These animals come from all across the world and are from over 800 species. All the species are grouped into 10 habitat zones, according to the geographic locations to which they belong. These zones host a variety of marine animals including endangered and unique animals like Hammerhead Sharks, Giant Moray Eel, Reef Manta Ray, Groupers and Giant Crabs. It is very well organized and beautifully maintained aquarium.
Opening Hours:
10 AM to 7 PM
Entrance Fees:
- Standard Ticket: S$34. (USD 25)
- Child: S$22. (USD 16)
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Wings Of Time
Wings of Time is an amazing light and water show set with the backdrop of the sea. It has some amazing 3D projections, lasers, robotic water-fountains and pyrotechnics, all inter-weaved into a 20-minute long contemporary story-line that is bound to entertain and amaze even the most uninterested viewer. The story speaks of a giant bird that travels back in time with two kids helping him to find it’s origin. All the effects are beautifully coordinated with the music and the story-line. It’s a perfect ending to your tour to the Sentosa island in Singapore.
Show Timings:
There are two showtime slots: 7:40 PM and 8:40 PM
Entrance Fees:
- Standard Ticket: S$18. (USD 13)
- Premium Ticket: S$23. (USD 17)
These were the major attractions that we were able to visit at the Sentosa island. It was a really fabulous & mesmerizing experience. It’s really amazing to see that how a man-made island can have a plethora of attractions at one place where you can visit with your family, your group of friends or as a couple. It caters entertainment for all age groups.
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