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It’s been hot, hot, hot in Singapore lately and the sun has been blazing. But don’t let that deter your fun – have a splashing great time with the kids at one of the many water playgrounds and water parks in Singapore. Planning to take your little one for a splash? Here are a few things to remember to pack!
- Wet bags or plastic bags for wet clothes
- Swimsuits for the kids – and most likely one for you as it’s inevitable one of the adults will have to “dive in”
- A change of clothes for everyone
- Towels
- Sunscreen (for the whole family)
- Hats for the kids
- Flip flops with good grippy soles
- Snacks, snacks, snacks. Be sure to pick those that won’t melt in the heat.
8 Best HDB Water Playgrounds and Parks in Singapore
1. Buangkok Square Water Park
North Easties, listen up. The aquatic-themed Buangkok Square Water Park just opened in March 2024. It’s located between blocks 986D Buangkok Crescent and 992A Buangkok Crescent and includes a gated water park and dry playground that’s open 24 hours.
The water park has plenty of splash elements, from dragonfly-themed spray fountains to a tipping bucket. Your little ones ones can frolic in the stream-like play area or cool off in the various water fountains dotting the landscape. There’s also an open washing area featuring showering facilities, perfect for those who want to clean up before heading home.
Once they’ve had enough water play, head to the village-themed dry playground adjacent to the water park, where they can climb the net tunnels or have a go at the swings.
Admission: Free
Opening hours: Daily, 8am to 8pm. The dry playground is open 24/7.
Buangkok Square Park, between Block 986D Buangkok Crescent and Block 992A Buangkok Crescent.
2. Happy Park @ Waterway Point
On level 2 of Waterway Point in Punggol, you’ll find Happy Park wet play area. It’s a massive free playground with fun items like jet sprays and water curtains, tunnel slides, and a trampoline. The colourful playground includes a large wading pool, which the kids can splash around in. Once they’re done cooling off at the wet play area, there’s also a dry playground area.
While you’re there, head down to The Cove at basement 2, where you’ll find a water fountain play area with water shooters that mimic the intensity of rain.
Admission: Free
Opening hours: Daily, 10am to 10pm
Level 2, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761
3. Play @ Heights Park, Toa Payoh
This playground in the heart of Toa Payoh truly has it all: a water play area, a huge sand pit, swings, trampolines, a flying fox, and a track for scooters and bicycles. Plus, you won’t have to worry about the kids getting too dirty because there are shower stalls available for them to rinse off after playing.
Admission: Free
Opening hours: Daily, 8am-9pm
144 Toa Payoh Lorong 2, Singapore 310144
4. Oasis Waterpark @ Nee Soon East, Yishun
Recently opened, this is a community water park worth exploring if you are looking for a family oriented space to spend quality bonding time together. The park comes with interesting features like giant board game pieces and a water curtain. For added convenience, it is equipped with facilities like vending machines for drinks and ice cream, shade umbrellas and benches so that parents and kids alike can snack and rest after a session at the pool.
Admission: Free
Opening hours: Daily, 9am to 7.30pm
Yishun Central, beside carpark at Block 307 Yishun Central
5. Water Playground @ Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park
Located at the Bishan-Ang Mo Kio park, this playground is easily accessible and furnished with unique structures that allow children to climb and roam around. Gentle slopes that serve as water channels, gates that allow kids to control the flow of water and obstacle courses, keep children interested and keen to understand the intriguing ways in which water behaves.
Admission: Free
Opening hours: Thursdays to Sundays, 8am to 11am & 4pm to 8pm
Pond Gardens, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, 1384 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1
6. Jelutung Harbour Park
For parents looking to bring their children out to sea, perhaps test their interest first with a trip out to this neighbourhood waterpark designed to emulate a journey out at sea. Built to look like a ship, there are also structures of fish and water monsters letting your kid’s imagination run wild as they get excited about a trip to the open seas (one day).
Located amidst the residential spaces at Admiralty Link, the waterpark is a convenient location for kids to have fun.
Admission: Free
Opening hours: Daily, 9.30am-9.30pm
Block 493 Admiralty Link
7. Clusia Cove at Jurong Lake Gardens
A water park that allows visitors to connect with nature, the Clusia Cove is a healing respite for nature lovers and a good opportunity for those looking to teach children nature’s wonders. From experiencing water movements that mimic coastal shores to witnessing natural methods utilised for water purification, a visit to Clusia Cove will allow children to cultivate an appreciation for nature.
Admission: Free
Opening hours: 8am to 7pm on all days except for Mondays and public holidays. If the public holiday falls on a Monday, it will be closed on Tuesday.
104 Yuan Ching Road
8. Lower Seletar Reservoir Park
Surrounded by a performance stage, rain garden and Heritage bridge, this water park is for those looking for a full day of fun events with family. The wading area and water fountains allow for kids to safely wander the play area and have fun as they please. The calm surroundings of this park will serve as a much-needed break from bustling city life.
Admission: Free
Opening hours: Daily, 9am to 9pm
Yishun Avenue 1
This article was originally published in Singapore Women’s Weekly. Additional Reporting: Jesslyn Lye