10 Best Attractions in Sentosa

Best Things to do and see in Sentosa Singapore

The best attractions in Sentosa all share one thing in common: fun, and lots of it! This manmade island, accessible via a small bridge from the main Singapore island, is jam-packed full of entertaining things to do, many of which are geared towards families with young kids.
Sentosa Island is famous for the massive Resorts World, which in itself contains many fun things to do and see. Sentosa is also home to all of the best beaches in Singapore, which of course make our Top 10 list. All of our featured attractions are easy to get to with the free bus service that runs round the island as well as a free monorail service too. Scroll down to find our favourite with this list of the 10 Best Attractions in Sentosa.

1.Underwater World

Underwater World is one of the most popular attractions in both Sentosa and Singapore. Great fun for the whole family, the tropical oceanarium, which is one of the largest of its type in Asia, is home to over 2,500 fish from 250 species. Highlights include the ‘Touch Pool’ where you can actually touch the various fish and sea life, as well as a 83-metre long underwater tunnel, passing through a huge tank holding a vast array of aquatic life in over four million litres of seawater. There are also live dolphin shows and ample opportunities to get into the water with all those fish (include sharks and dolphins) if you pay a little bit extra

2. Universal Studios

This massive complex of themed rides, live shows and Hollywood movie-sets pulls in millions every year, and is part of the enormous US$4.5 billion Resorts World Sentosa development. Although of course appealing more to the kids, the sheer size and variety of the park means that there is something here for everybody. Seven sections including Hollywood, New York, Ancient Egypt and Madagascar takes you through both a cinematic and geographical journey. If white-knuckle rides, huge roller coasters and live movie scenes are your thing, there really is no better place in Singapore than Universal Studios in Sentosa.

3. Sentosa Golf Club

Sentosa Golf Club boasts not one, but two 18-hole golf courses, drawing in everybody from amateur golfers to the professionals. Although Singapore has numerous golf clubs dotted around the island, few rival the one found at Sentosa, both in terms of the quality of the course and its prestigious status. Those visiting Singapore without all the essential gear shouldn’t worry: Sentosa Golf Club provides all the facilities and equipment you would ever need, including buggy cars, caddies, and clubs for hire. On site, there are also locker rooms, a driving range, shops, several bars and restaurants and meeting spaces. Everything you need all conveniently in one club.

4. Sentosa Beaches

Singapore is famous for its staggering manmade developments that have quickly turned what was just a small jungle island into a sprawling metropolis in just a matter of decades. Its beaches are no exception; the pristine white sands you see today on Sentosa’s coast are all the result of human intervention. Although technically manmade, there is nothing fake about the soft sand, which is actually imported in from nearby Malaysia. Sentosa island boasts 3.2km of the white stuff, and visitors can find plenty to do, such as lounging at one of the various beach bars (sea Sentosa nightlife), splashing around in the shallow warm sea or just finding a quiet spot underneath a palm tree with a good book for the afternoon. For the best spots, head to Tanjong, Palawan, or Siloso Beach.

5. Sentosa Skyline Luge & Skyride

Part attraction – part method of transportation - Sentosa Skyline Luge & Skyride is a perfect way of getting from A to B all whist getting some great views across Singapore, as well as an adrenaline fix too! The Sentosa Skyride is an open-air cable-driven chairlift which stretches from mainland Singapore all the way to Sentosa island. Within the same complex, visitors can also try their driving skills at the luge - a non-motorised, three-wheel carrier that goes down a steep hill from near the Imbiah Lookout and ends at the Siloso Beach. Both activities offer tree-top views of the nearby beaches as well as the Singapore skyline. 

6. Tiger Sky Tower 

The Tiger Sky Tower in Sentosa is Singapore’s highest viewing tower at 131 metres – the equivalent of about 50 storeys. Getting to the top is a ride in itself, as visitors must enter a cabin which gradually reaches ascends to the peak. Along the way, a running commentary details the brief but interesting history of the Sentosa Island, pointing out famous landmarks across Singapore along the way up. The views at the top are simple breathtaking; you have a 360 degree panorama across Singapore to the north and the sea and surrounding Indonesian islands in the distance to the south. Tickets are around S$15 for adults and children ride for a little cheaper.

7. Resort World Sentosa Casino

This casino is part of the first ever and biggest integrated resort in Singapore - Resort World Sentosa. Spread over 49 hectares of land, Resort World Sentosa is one of the most popular tourist attractions both on Sentosa Island as well as in the whole of Singapore. Resort World Sentosa Casino was also a first of its kind in Singapore, opened at the start of 2010 slightly before the Casino at the Marina Bay Sands Resort opened its doors. The casino here boasts a whole host of luxurious gaming areas, including poker and blackjack tables, lines of slot machines and plenty of bars to celebrate/down your sorrows after an evening’s flutter.

8. Singapore Butterfly & Insert Kingdom 

Just because Sentosa is a manmade island, that doesn’t mean there isn't any nature to see. Singapore Butterfly & Insect Kingdom is testimony to that fact, showcasing more than 3,000 different species of insects from across the world. Set in a lush tropical background, there is plenty of vegetation and blooming flowers that create an authentic and realistic environment, as well as a few cascading waterfalls which help to cool the air. Don’t just expect thousands of butterflies and creepy crawlies either; Singapore Butterfly & Insect Kingdom is also home to some impressive jungle parrots and an area dedicated to reptiles including various different types of lizards and snakes.

9. Santosa Nature & Discovery  

Sentosa Nature Discovery is another great activity on the Sentosa Island for both nature lovers and families with young kids. The attraction starts off on an educational note, with visitors being treated to a range of interesting galleries and interactive exhibitions; this is all a prerequisite for entering the jungle, the idea being that you will become equipped with some skills and information needed for spotting some wild life yourself. The jungle trail takes you through eight different types of habit with an abundance of different vegetation, trees and wildlife, including birds, insects - and if you’re lucky - the odd reptile. You can find Sentosa Nature Discovery located next to the Butterfly Park & Insect Kingdom (see above). One more important thing: entrance is free for all.

10. Port of the Lost Wonder 

Port of the Lost Wonder is an attraction dedicated to families with young children. This Sentosa attraction lies right by the beach, features a whole host of play areas, themed slides and climbing frames, as well as plenty of restaurants and retail options to keep the adults happy. Port of the Lost Wonder organises games and activities throughout the day, both fun and educational for the kids, and also put on their highly recommended ‘Bubble Party’ on the weekends. The centre also features historical statues and artefacts dotted around referencing the fascinating history of Singapore. Port of the Lost Wonder is easy to find on Sentosa island just next to (not inside) the huge Resorts World Sentosa.