Sentosa Island Attractions: Your Ultimate Guide to Fun and Adventure

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Sentosa Island is a small resort Island on the southern shore of Singapore. The small island is heaven on earth. It is a popular tourist destination, thanks to all the Sentosa Island attractions. From beaches to water parks to forts, there is nothing Sentosa doesn’t have to offer. Sentosa Island houses the Universal Studios Singapore, the famous Merlion statue, the S.E.A Aquarium and Adventure Cove Waterpark. Sentosa Island is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the world.

Top Main Sentosa Island Attractions

Here are some of the main attractions of Sentosa Island attractions, their timings, and their Entry Fees on your trip to Singapore.

1. SkyHelix Sentosa

Enjoy thrilling rides at SkyHelix, one of the Sentosa Island attractions in Singapore.

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One of the most exciting things to do in Sentosa is the SkyHelix. The 30-minute ride gives you a 360-degree view of Sentosa Island while sipping on your preferred drink. The ride is perfect for families with kids. The best time to visit this stimulating ride is during winter, which is during December and January. Seeing Sentosa turn into a Christmas tree island from a high place is an unforgettable experience.

Timings: 10 AM – 9 PM
Entry Fees: ₹20 for adults, ₹17 for kids

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2. Singapore Cable Car

Witness the breathtaking views from Singapore Cable Car and experience the unparalleled.

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Sentosa Island and Mount Faber are connected through Singapore’s cable car. This is the only thing connecting Mainland Singapore with Sentosa Island. The ride has 67 cabins and takes over 8 people per cabin. The 15-minute journey is filled with awe-inspiring views of Mount Faber and Sentosa Island.

Timings: 8:45 AM – 9:30 PM
Entry Fees: ₹27 for those above 13, ₹22 for anyone below 12

3. Universal Studios Singapore

Enjoy exhilarating rides at Universal Studios, one of the Sentosa Island attractions.

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Universal Studios Singapore is one of the most famous theme parks in Asia. It offers 28 rides, attractions and shows between its 7 zones for different themes. Visitors can experience Jurassic Park, and Ancient Egypt or drink the famous butterbeer from Harry Potter. Definitely a must-see for geeks and fans of the franchises. The theme park is open to the public from 10 AM to 8 PM, every day of the week. The entry fee costs Singaporean per person.

Timings: 10 AM – 8 PM
Entry Fees: ₹82

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4. S.E.A Aquarium

See the marine life at S.E.A. Aquarium, one of the largest aquariums in the world.

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Filled with multitudes of species of various fishes, S.E.A Aquarium is one of the most beautiful and strikingly amazing aquariums in the world. It is also the biggest aquarium in Asia. It is the home of more than 100,000 marine animals of 1000 species. It gives visitors the illusion of floating under an ocean as they walk through the hallway. It takes 3 hours to take a complete tour through the aquarium.

Timings: 10 AM – 5 PM
Entry Fees: ₹45

5. Adventure Cove Waterpark

Enjoy the exciting water slides and fun games at Adventure Cove Waterpark in Singapore.

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Adventure Cove Waterpark is one of the most important attractions of Sentosa Island. A person needs at least 3 to 4 hours to completely enjoy each and every ride and slide in the Waterpark. The best time to visit Adventure Cove Waterpark is during the weekdays, this is when the adventure park is least crowded, unlike weekends when people are standing in long queues for hours to get inside. The world-famous water park offers 14 exhilarating rides, 7 exciting slides and free frozen desserts!

Timings: 10 AM – 5 PM
Entry Fees: ₹45 for adults, ₹37 for kids

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6. Madame Tussauds

The display of Chinese Coolie room display at Madame Tussauds, Sentosa Island attraction.

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There are only 23 places where the Madame Tussauds Museum exists, which includes Berlin, Amsterdam, Istanbul, Prague, New Delhi, Shanghai, London, Budapest and many other places. And the one in Sentosa is one of the many. The museum is filled with wax statues of celebrities such as Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Johnny Depp, Sukarno, Lady Gaga, David Beckham and many others. Along with celebrities, visitors can also experience the Marvel 4D show.

Timings: 10 AM – 7 PM
Entry Fees: ₹44 for 13 and above, ₹32 for below 12

7. Skyline Luge Sentosa

Ride the exciting luge tracks and take a scenic skyride at the Skyline Luge Sentosa.

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To explain Skyline Luge in a few words, it is Mario Kart in real life. It is one of the most fun activities one can partake in Sentosa Island, which says a lot. At Skyline Luge, tourists get to enjoy a race on a 4-way racetrack, with hairpin corners, tunnels and slopes. The tickets for Skyline Luge can be bought along with Sentosa 4D Adventureland. It is best to visit this place in a group, or you can join one of the groups at the place.

Timings: 11 AM – 7 PM
Entry Fees: ₹36

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8. iFly Singapore

Indulge in the thrill of skydiving in one of the world's largest indoor skydiving tunnels.

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Do you ever want to try your hand at skydiving but then you are afraid of jumping off an airplane from 5000 feet? Well, iFly Singapore is the perfect place for you. iFly Singapore is an indoor skydiving facility. The place offers a safer yet gripping alternative to skydiving. And most importantly, it is safe for all ages. It is unlikely for one to get injured, in a major way, while skydiving. And it gives the diver an exciting memory to cherish.

Timings: 9 AM – 10 PM
Entry Fees: ₹89

9. Sentosa 4D Adventureland

Immerse yourself in 4D experiences at 4D Adventureland, a Sentosa Island attraction.

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Sentosa’s 4D Adventureland is an interactive entertainment park. It offers 4 rides with different themes powered by 4D technology. The Adventureland uses a 3D screen along with real-time physical effects such as fog, rain, thunder noises, etc. There are only 790 4DX theatres around the world and Sentosa 4D Adventureland is one of the very few. The Entry Fees vary for everyone, depending on the number of people in the group.

Timings: 12 AM – 7 PM
Entry Fees: The Entry Fees vary depending on the group but it starts from ₹56.72 and includes Skyline Luge.

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10. Sentosa Merlion

Enjoy watching the iconic Merlion statue, a Sentosa Island attraction in Singapore.

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The famous Sentosa Merlion is the official mascot of Singapore. It would be a shame to miss it when visiting Sentosa Island. The half lion, half fish has been the inspiration of multitudes of arts and poems. The Merlion facing east is a reminder of Singapore’s origin as a fishing village. Funnily, the Merlion is a year older than the modern Singapore, itself. The name is Singapore was named Singapura by Prince Nila Utama, which means lion city since he spotted a number of lions around the fishing village. So, the Merlion is a symbolic representation of Singapore’s history, myths, and culture.

These are some of the main Sentosa Island attractions to explore on your trip. With a number of sports, adventures, activities and entertainment. Sentosa Island is known for its waterparks, 4D Adventureland and many more similar activities. If you are ready to experience all the unique attractions of Sentosa Island, along with its beaches, parks and culture, plan a trip with TripXL!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sentosa Island is famous for its water parks, theme parks, beaches, forts and the iconic Merlion sculpture.
A well-mapped tour of Sentosa Island will take you to all the main attractions of Sentosa Island in 2 to 3 days.
Sentosa Island experiences rain almost throughout the year, with excessive rain during November. For this reason, the best time to visit Sentosa Island is during March and April, if visiting during summer and during December and January during Winter.
Palawan Beach, Tanjong Beach and Siloso Beach are some of the beaches to visit on your trip to Sentosa Island.
Sentosa Island has free bus services, beach shuttles, Sentosa Express and cable car services that can help you travel through the island.

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