15 Affordable Things To Do In Singapore Airport
7.04.2024
By: Ray SaVonne
Singapore Changi Airport has something for both locals and tourists to enjoy! It’s a top rated airport that has also been voted “Best Airport in Asia” 12 times and has many things to enjoy and explore while you wait for your connecting flight. If you have some flexibility in your itinerary to incorporate a long layover in Singapore, we’d highly recommend it! While going to Bali from the United States, we decided to knock out two countries in one trip. Our layover was 12 hours, which was the perfect amount of time for us to take a “Singapore City Sights Tour” as well as explore the fun activities and attractions inside the Singapore Airport. There is SO much to do inside the airport, so we’ve compiled a list of 15 of our favorite affordable things we did while there (listed in the order we explored for time and efficiency):
1.) Free Singapore Tour (meeting point in terminal 2)
If your layover is more than 5.5 hours and within 24 hours you’ll be eligible for the free Singapore tours! They offer a “City Sights Tour, a “Heritage Tour” and a “Changi Precinct Tour.” Each tour is 2.5 hours long and tours are conducted in English only.
2.) Sunflower Garden (located in terminal 2)
This garden features several varieties of sunflowers grown in Changi Airport's very own nursery. The sunny garden provides travelers with a healthy dose of Vitamin D by day and a mesmerizing scene at night. - Views of the runway and aircraft parking bays can be seen from this garden well.
3.) Enchanted Garden (located in terminal 2)
This garden comprises four giant glass bouquet sculptures decorated with a mosaic of reflective and shimmering stained glass. Nestled within the glass bouquets are a variety of freshly-cut flowers and soft ferns.
4.) Visit the Rain Vortex (located in terminal 1)
The Rain Vortex is the largest indoor waterfall in the world. Marvel at the stunning display of water cascading down 7 storeys at the heart of Jewel! To see it is free, but to get the best overhead views (via the Canopy Bridge), they do charge a small fee.
5.) Cactus Garden (located in terminal 1)
Bask in the sun and relax with a drink at the bar. At this rooftop garden, you can enjoy the fine views of more than 100 species of cacti and arid plants from the deserts and dry areas of Asia, Africa and America.
6.) Changi Experience Studio (located in terminal 1)
In this first-of-its-kind digital attraction, experience the magic of technology and learn about aviation and what makes the airport tick. - This experience takes about 1.5 hours to complete.
7.) Visit Popular Attractions (located in terminal 1)
Terminal 1 has something for EVERYONE to enjoy! Click the link above to get insights on the attractions that interest you most! - Ours were the Mastercard Canopy Bridge, the Mirror Maze and the Rain Vortex!
8.) Eat at the AeroBar / Take a dip in the rooftop pool (located in terminal 1)
This rooftop bar offers an array of dining delights and a comprehensive selection of wines, spirits, cocktails, beers and non-alcoholic drinks. As the only airport transit hotel in the world with an outdoor swimming pool, poolside bar, and shower facilities, this rooftop experience gives you a one-of-a-kind experience.
9.) Butterfly Garden (located in terminal 3)
Encounter over 1,000 tropical butterflies from as many as 40 species in the world's first butterfly garden located in an airport. The Butterfly Garden allows you to witness the breeding and feeding of butterflies at close range!
10.) “The Slide @T3” (located in terminal 3)
This 12m tall (four stories high) slide is available for both kids and adults to hop into and slide from Level 1 and take an exhilarating ride down to Basement 3. - You’ll have to sign up to be a Changi rewards member to ride the slide for free.
11.) Watch a movie in the Free Cinema (located in terminal 3)
The movie theater in Terminal 3 gives you the chance to enjoy the latest movies in comfort! Screenings are available free-of-charge for your viewing pleasure and are available 24 hours a day.
Enjoy Throughout All Terminals:
12.) Dine in at some of the most flavorful restaurants with unique views! (located in terminals 1-4)
13.) Get a free foot massage (located in terminals 1-4; and even some magic, full body massage chairs located in terminal 3)
14.) Shop (located in terminals 1-4)
15.) Explore the art installations (located in terminals 1-4)
For more tips on planning your Singapore Changi Airport, visit the links below:
Singapore Changi Airport Website
Happy exploring!
XO,
The Kléi
