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Singapore Entertainment Guide - For fun, recreation, and relaxation

TIME : 2016/2/24 13:45:27

The exciting island state of Singapore packs a big punch for such a small place, with an abundance of fun activities and entertainment venues to visit. There is something for the whole family, with sporting activities, exciting events, amusement parks and a great nightlife scene.

Singapore is a city that never sleeps, with clubs, bars and entertainment venues opened around the clock. There is always something to see and do in this amazing city.

There is a host of venues catering to family entertainment such as 10-pin bowling, educational museums and amusement parks such as Wild Wild Wet Water Park that offers a fun day out.

Golf

Golfing is a popular pastime on the island of Singapore and there are several courses available, some of which are at a world-class level. Keen golfers will find the top courses challenging and rewarding, with picturesque surrounds and scenery. Sentosa Golf Club is one of the most exclusive courses on the island and provides a fantastic club with great facilities and a top quality restaurant to enjoy after a long game.

Formula One Grand Prix

The Formula One Grand Prix in Singapore is held each September and attracts a worldwide television audience and international visitors for this exciting event. The circuit is made up from public roads and has seated areas, restaurants and bars to enjoy. The event is one of the biggest on Singapore's yearly calendar and there are numerous spin-off parties that are held across the island.

Ten-pin bowling

Ten-pin bowling is a popular sport and pastime in Singapore with over 200 bowling centers found across the island in shopping malls and stand-alone complexes. There are even 24-hour bowling centers, which are surprisingly busy throughout the night.

Horse racing

The Singapore Turf Club is an exciting venue to visit with horse races held each Wednesday and Saturday. Live races are also broadcast from neighboring Malaysia, which can be easily bet on at the club. A strict dress code is enforced at the Singapore Turf Club, with no sandals, shorts or singlets allowed.

Wild Wild Wet

Located in the east of Singapore, approximately 20 minutes from the CBD, is the fantastic Wild Wild Wet water park offering an exciting and fun experience for the whole family. The water park is a favorite with locals, providing a great way to cool off from the Singaporean heat. Opened from Wednesday to Monday, Wild Wild Wet is a must for families and thrill seekers.

Nightlife

The cosmopolitan city of Singapore provides a lively and trendy nightlife scene expected of such an exciting city. There is something for everyone with bars, nightclubs, performing arts and entertainment centers available. Orchard Road is a bustling bar area during the night, with countless beer and wine bars open. Boat Quay and Clarke Quay are both filled with chic nightclubs playing a variety of electronic music catering to all types of clubbers.

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