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The Best Immersive Experiences & Attractions in Singapore for a Sensorial Escapade

Get lost in the sauce.
By: Aina Shamshuri / July 11, 2023

Ever wondered what it would be like to be inside a painting? Or how it would feel to step back in time, or maybe even transport yourself into a movie? Well, wonder no more as Singapore has a ton of immersive experiences to fully lose yourself. Whether you get transported to fantastical realms or into a movie universe, prepare to feel inspired and amazed by the cutting-edge technology and wonderful world of the immersive experiences in Singapore.

Family-Friendly Immersive Experiences & Attractions in Singapore

1. Museum of Ice Cream

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Remember that scene in Cloud with a Chance of Meatballs where they had an ice cream snow day? The Museum of Ice Cream can make that come true for you! Dive right into the pool of sprinkles, eat unlimited ice cream, and learn all about the history of ice cream at 12 different multi-sensory installations. Plus, this place is so Instagrammable, you’re going to have to clear out your phone storage before you visit this wondrous place. On weekdays, the Museum of Ice Cream is priced from $36, and from $42 on weekends. Besides, a whole day just eating ice cream? Sounds like a treat.

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Address:100 Loewen Road, Dempsey, Singapore 248837
Operating hours:Mon, Wed: 10am – 6pm
Thur – Sun: 10am – 9pm
Closed on Tuesdays
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2. VR Gallery, ArtScience Museum

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Go beyond your wildest imagination with ultra-modern virtual technology headsets and controllers at the ArtScience Museum. Experience unlimited possibilities, push the boundaries of reality, and relive history, just with a push of a button. The VR Gallery is constantly changing its exhibitions, so be sure to check out their website to find out what you can experience. Immersive experiences from the VR Gallery include works of art from renowned artists, scientists, museums, and film festivals, and we can guarantee that you’ll leave the museum in awe.

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Address:6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974
Operating hours:10am – 7pm daily
Contact details:65 6688 8898

3. Dinoland

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Travel back to the Mezoic Era and walk with dinosaurs at the incredibly family-friendly Dinoland! One of the most fun activities you can do with kids, trek with rangers as you learn all about dinosaurs and their habitats. The guided trail lasts about one and a half hours, and you can get up close and personal with these prehistoric reptiles. Not to mention, the trek includes super fun immersive experiences, like river crossing, fossil digging, and so much more. Fun for the whole family, this is an experience you can’t miss out on.

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Address:60 Yishun Avenue 4, Yishun #02, #01 Safra, Singapore 769027
Operating hours:10am – 8pm daily
Contact details:65 8551 4247

4. KF1 Karting

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Do you find yourself daydreaming about what it’s like to be a professional race car driver? Well, make your dreams come true at KF1 Karting! Singapore’s largest F1-inspired go-karting circuit, the track is fun and safe for both adults and kids alike. With 750m of track, 16 corners, and even an F1-inspired lighting system, you can challenge your driving skills and reflexes like never before. Plus, the karts are powered by petrol, which means that you can even race in the rain.

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Address:KF1 Karting Circuit, 1 Turf Club Ave 738078
Operating hours:Tues – Fri: 1pm – 9pm
Weekends & PH: 9am – 9pm
Contact details:65 6891 1191 or 65 9340 2335

5. The Sembcorp Cool House 

Tired of the sweltering heat during this dry weather? Step into The Sembcorp Cool House at the National Orchid Museum, where the temperature is always between 16°C to 23°C. With its new high-performance glass and temperature-controlled environment, the ambience inside this glasshouse is absolutely ethereal. Just imagine being in the glasshouse while it’s raining cats and dogs outside, what a vibe. Not to mention, this exhibit also houses 1,000 orchid species and 2,000 hybrids, curated according to five biographical regions, which means that you get to explore the world right without ever leaving this enchanted indoor forest.

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Address:1 Cluny Rd, Singapore 259569
Operating hours:8.30am – 7pm daily
Contact details:65 6471 7138

6. New World’s End

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Travel back to Singapore in the 1960s, and explore the nation’s history at New World’s End through the eyes of Kiran and Rosa, star-crossed lovers whose romance ends in tragedy. In this one hour guided immersive experience, you’ll be given a headset, a map, and a chance to explore the New World Amusement Park at Jalan Besar, back in its glory days of the 1960s. Experience the sights and sounds and travel through to back alleys, hidden rooms, and fantasy spaces, all through the eyes of the fated couple.

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Address:85 Desker Road, Singapore 209646
Operating hours:Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun: 5.30pm – 10.30pm
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7. Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience

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Trust us, there are no other immersive experiences like this one. A 360-degree experience that will have you believe like you’re right in one of Van Gogh’s iconic paintings, you won’t want to leave once you step into this wonder. This limited exhibition spans over 17,000 sq ft, and you’ll feel like you’re inside Starry Night, thanks to the floor to ceiling projections. Apart from the dreamy blue and yellow swirls, there are also over 300 of Van Gogh’s other artworks, and even a VR experience so you can travel through eight of the famed artist’s works.

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Address:The Forum Level B1 – Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, 098269
Operating hours:Mon, Wed: 10am – 7pm
Thur: 10:30am – 7pm
Fri: 10am – 8pm
Sat: 9am – 8pm
Sun: 9am–7pm
Closed on Tuesdays
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