52 Best Shopping Malls In Singapore For Family Outings With Kids

We love that most shopping malls in Singapore are well-equipped with family-friendly facilities, including mall playgrounds, mall water play areas, kid-friendly shops, F&B and more. Here are our favourite shopping malls in Singapore for family outings.

Spending the day at shopping malls during weekends in Singapore is practically a national pastime! What’s not to love? Air-conditioning, family-friendly facilities at nearly every mall in Singapore, shopping for kids’ clothes and at kids’ toy stores, kid-friendly restaurants and cafes, well-equipped nursing rooms …  it just makes an easy day out with the little ones! We also love that many shopping malls in Singapore have free play spaces (some even have free water play!). So if you’re looking for a family-friendly shopping mall for a fun outing, save our list of the best shopping malls in Singapore for families. We’ve also sorted them out by location so you can easily find a shopping mall near you.

*Some playgrounds mentioned may sometimes be closed unexpectedly for maintenance works. Always check with the shopping mall ahead of time to avoid disappointement. 

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– New Malls In Singapore
– More Family-Friendly Malls In Singapore

New Shopping Malls In Singapore

The Cathay

After extensive renovation, The Cathay has reopened! This historical landmark is now an urban living and shopping destination for people of all ages. There’s a hip and happening shopping mall from Level 1 to 6 and The Cathy Residence from Level 7 to 16. From a 24-hour gym for fitness buffs to IUIGA for minimalist homeowners, Japanese BBQ at Yakiniku Like for hungry tummies, there’s something for everyone at this shopping mall at Dhoby Ghaut. We particularly love the huge 360-degree multimedia screen at the mall’s atrium that serves as a good spot to take a breather. Read more about The Cathay.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10:30am – 10:30pm

The Cathay, 2 Handy Road, Singapore 229233, www.thecathay.com.sg

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Geneo

Looking for an IG-worthy shopping mall in Singapore? Head to Geneo at Singapore Science Park, the newest aesthetic spot in town. Located right next to Kent Ridge MRT, Geneo offers 39,000 square feet of space packed with community-friendly facilities, co-working spaces and plenty of food! While you’re at this new shopping mall in Singapore, we recommend checking out The Canopy, Geneo’s 3,000-square-metre event plaza built with mass-engineered timber pillars towering 27 metres tall! Read more about Geneo before heading down!

Shopping mall opening hours: Open 24 hours (check retailers’ opening hours before heading down!)

Geneo, 7 Science Park Drive, #1, 5, www.geneo.sciencepark.com.sg

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iMall

Opened in June 2025, iMall is another new shopping mall in Marine Parade, just a few hundred metres from the renowned Parkway Parade. At this small, laid-back mall, you’ll find an indoor playground where the little ones can run wild and free, plus a variety of food options, enrichment services and clinics. If you’re planning to take the kids to the indoor playground on the weekend, we recommend heading there early to steer clear of the crowd! Read more about iMall at Marine Parade.

Shopping Mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 6pm

iMall, 5 Marine Parade Central, iMall, Singapore 449410, www.imall.com.sg

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Punggol Coast Mall

North-easties, rejoice! You don’t have to travel far to get to a huge shopping mall in Singapore. Punggol Coast Mall spans 50 hectares and features over 120 restaurants and retail shops. It is also home to the Singapore Institute of Technology, making this a vibrant space. Be sure to check out their huge community plaza that will be used to host live performances, weekend events, pop-up fairs and more. For the kiddos, there’s another indoor playground to add to your radar! Wan To Play is an underwater-themed indoor playground that’s sure to keep the kids entertained for hours! Read more about Punggol Coast Mall.

Shopping mall opening hours: Open 24 hours (check retailers’ opening hours before heading down!)

Punggol Coast Mall, 92 Punggol Way, Singapore 829854, www.punggolcoastmall.com

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WEAVE Sentosa

For another shopping mall with IG-worthy vibes, check out WEAVE Sentosa (formerly known as The Forum). This new shopping mall is within arm’s reach of popular Sentosa attractions, including Singapore Oceanarium, Universal Studios Singapore, Adventure Cove Waterpark and Sentosa Sensoryscape. There are a few flagship retail stores and familiar brands, including the new adidas concept store, BIRKENSTOCK and Le Petit Society. Read more about what to do at WEAVE.

Shopping mall opening hours: 10:30am – 9:30pm

WEAVE Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269, www.rwsentosa.com

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Family-Friendly Shopping Malls In Singapore

Click on the links below to skip to a kid-friendly shopping mall in Singapore near you:
– Central
– East
– Northeast
– West
– North

Looking for nursing rooms? Click here for our Guide to Nursing Rooms in Singapore.

Best shopping malls in Singapore: Central

City Square Mall

City Square Mall is located in Serangoon with Little India nearby and is directly connected to Farrer Park MRT station on the North East Line. There are three playgrounds located at this eco-friendly shopping mall in Singapore, with plenty of play options for big and little kids. There’s the outdoor Eco-Playground at Level 1 featuring a climbing net, a swinging bridge, and a tall green slide, plus inclusive swings and a wheelchair accessible merry-go-round. Inside City Square Mall, there’s a smaller play area for toddlers located conveniently next to McDonald’s and Dunkin Donuts, while older kids can also check out the amazing AIRZONE Suspended Net Playground. The nursing rooms at City Square Mall are available at Level 2 and 4, while the family rooms are located next to the toilets at B1 and B2.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

City Square Mall, 180 Kitchener Road, Singapore 208539, www.citysquaremall.com.sg

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Forum The Shopping Mall

Forum The Shopping Mall in Orchard is best known for being a lifestyle hub for kids, thanks to the many enrichment centres and kids’ brands located under one roof. You’ll also find great Italian restaurants like LINO and the kid-friendly Kind Cones vegan ice cream spot. They’ve also got Hip Kids Club Playground, located on level 2 next to the information counter, which features a wooden-style playground with climbing structures and slides, padded flooring and toddler-ready low-to-ground structures. Unlike other mall playgrounds, there is a small annual fee of $25 and an application form to complete, and in return, you score some pretty sweet discounts at many of Forum’s kid-friendly stores. Alternatively, you can pay $5 for a one-time entry. The nursing room at Forum The Shopping Mall is available at Level 1.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 8pm

Forum The Shopping Mall, 583 Orchard Road, Singapore 238884, www.forumtheshoppingmall.com.sg

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Funan

Funan is a shopping mall in City Hall best known for having multiple creative and tech stores under one roof. They’ve also got a rock climbing wall by Climb Central! Funan houses offices and co-working spaces like Trehaus, plus plenty of cafes like kid-friendly cafe Smile Dessert with a ballpit inside, restaurants like Noka and Godmama and even a rooftop edible garden. We love how cool the main interior of this mall is, with its airy open concept and indoor cycling track for those passing through on bikes.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Funan, 107 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179105, www.capitaland.com

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Great World

Great World serves those in the River Valley, Fort Canning and Robertson Quay neighbourhoods (and it is super accessible now with the Great World MRT station on the Downtown Line!). We love that this shopping mall has an abundance of restaurants and family-friendly shopping, including Motherswork, Bed Bath N Table and more. There’s the Great World Playland at level 2, which is best for kids aged 3 to 12 years old. This free playground features a long metal tube slide, climbing nets, a mini floor trampoline and tunnels to explore. We also love that there’s a kid-friendly cafe Kith nearby, so mums and dads can get some coffee and watch their little ones play in full view!

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Great World, 1 Kim Seng Promenade, Singapore 237994, www.facebook.com/greatworldsingapore

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ION Orchard

ION Orchard is directly connected to Orchard MRT station on the North South, Downtown and Thomson lines. It’s an iconic shopping mall in Singapore, thanks to its amazing architecture and the sheer volume of luxury and high street retailers you can find all under one roof. Teens love to hang out at this shopping mall, as there are shops like Typo, Lovisa, Cotton On and Zara. Make sure to check out the F&B too, from Bacha Coffee for a spot of high tea to Violet Oon for Peranakan food and Atico rooftop bar at level 55, with a panoramic view of the city.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801, www.ionorchard.com

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313@somerset

313@somerset is a centrally-located shopping mall in Singapore, made easily accessible thanks to its location right above Somerset MRT station on the North South Line. Here you’ll find Arabica for highly raved iced coffee, Limited Edt, which carries limited edition sneakers and sports merch for sneakerheads, Smiggle for kids’ stationery, Zara and more. On the Sky Terrace next to Food Republic (level 5) at 313@Somerset sits a small alfresco (covered) free playground best for tiny tots to keep busy while mama grabs a bite to eat. The nursing rooms at 313@Somerset are available at B3, Level 1 and Level 5.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

 313@Somerset, 313 Orchard Road, Singapore 238895, www.313somerset.com.sg

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The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands

This shopping mall in Singapore needs no introduction! An iconic destination in Singapore, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands is the place to be if you’re after luxury brands. Here, you’ll find brands like Chanel, Dior, Balenciaga, Bimba Y Lola, Bottega Veneta and more. Though not exactly a kid-friendly shopping mall, they do have a cute sampan ride and an interactive light canvas that the little ones will love. Plus, it’s also right next to the ArtScience Museum! Keen to get a bird’s eye view of the Marina Bay and CBD area, get tickets to the Skypark Observation Deck. There are six nursing rooms at The Shoppes at MBS.

Shopping mall opening hours: 7am – 10pm

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956, www.marinabaysands.com

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One Holland Village

Looking for a mall where you can take your furbaby? One Holland Village is the number one pet-friendly shopping mall in Singapore, featuring pet lifts, pet water stations and pet-friendly restaurants. There is over 13,500 square metres of retail space with everything from cafes to gourmet restaurants, boutique shops, global brands and more. Get your dim sum fix at Din Tai Fung, satisfy your pizza craving at Extra Virgin Pizza, tuck into Japanese at Ginkyō by Kinki or take your pup to dog-friendly cafe Plain Meredith for a hearty breakfast. Kids can burn off their energy at indoor playground The Artground  (best for tots) for just $5 per person. There’s also kids’ clothing shop The Elly Store or kids’ toy shop, The Children’s Showcase for amazing kids’ toys.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 11am – 9pm

One Holland Village, 7 Holland Village Way, Singapore 275748, www.fareastmalls.com.sg

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Paragon

Paragon mall is a top pick for parents when shopping in town. There’s the Metro Department store, along with luxury shops like Etro, Gucci, Balenciaga, Calvin Klein and more. Fam-friendly shops include Le Petit Society, Marks & Spencer, Petit Bateau, SEED HERITAGE and Toys R Us! Plus, the Cold Storage downstairs is great for groceries. When it’s super hot outside, make a beeline for the free indoor (air conditioned) playground on level 5 that’s recently been upgraded – there’s a slide, see-saw, wall activities for tots, plus benches for parents and helpers to sit on nearby. Keep some coins handy for the merry-go-round and vehicle coin rides (unless your kids are blissfully unaware these machines move!). We love popping into this free playground before or after a dim sum lunch at Crystal Jade on the same level. The nursing rooms at Paragon are available at Lobby A of Level 3 and Level 5.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Paragon Shopping Mall, 290 Orchard Road, Singapore 238859, www.paragon.com.sg

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Plaza Singapura

This shopping mall is a popular destination thanks to its wide range of shops, including Cotton On Kids, Mothercare, My Greatest Child, The Better Toy Store and SLM it (slime shop). There’s also no shortage of delicious restaurants from Aki Sushi & Grill to Din Tai Fung, Five Guys, Haidilao Hot Pot and more. Plus, we need to give a special mention to the epic K.STAR karaoke studio, where you can belt out all your favourite tunes. We love their vibrant, colourful themed rooms that transport you into a different dimension! The nursing rooms are available at Level 2 to 4 and Level 6.

Shopping mall opening hours: 10am – 10pm

Plaza Singapura, 68 Orchard Road, Singapore 238839, www.capitaland.com

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Suntec City

This mega shopping mall in Singapore is home to SuperPark, one of our favourite indoor playgrounds! Though the free padded playground at Suntec City has now closed, you can take the kids to Kidodo Indoor Playground if you’re looking for a place where the kids can burn off some energy. Do note that this indoor playground is rather small, so it is geared towards younger kids, who will love the spiral slide, sand area, ball pit and mini trampoline. The nursing rooms at Suntec City are available at Convention Centre (Level 1 and 2), Atrium Tower 3 & 4 (Level 2 and 3) and Atrium Tower 1 & 2 (Basement 1, Fountain Court).

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Suntec City, 3 Temasek Boulevard, Singapore 038983, www.sunteccity.com.sg

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Tanglin Mall

Tanglin Mall is right on the outskirts of Orchard, so it’s not as crowded as other popular shopping malls nearby like ION Orchard or 313@somerset, but it does offer lots of great Singapore-based brands for the whole family. Kids will love Smiggle and the Children’s Showcase, while there are tonnes of great shops for mamas. Little Ninja Academy offers an indoor obstacle workout for kids, plus there are often kids’ events and shows in the central area. There are food options aplenty too, including Yantra, Beviamo, Tanamera Coffee, House of Anli, Paul and more.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247933, www.tanglinmall.com.sg

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VivoCity

VivoCity is a very kid-friendly shopping mall in Singapore, thanks to the multiple kids’ stores (Cotton On Kids, Mothercare, Toys R Us and more) plus cinemas. There’s a Polliwogs indoor playground and the free outdoor play area located at Level 2 as well! Head to Play Court, the outdoor kids’ play zone with low slides and a trampoline for little ones. Ages 6 and up can enjoy the taller climbing structures and swings. Kids can also splash around at the Sky Park at VivoCity. Read our guide to VivoCity here. The nursing rooms at VivoCity are available at Level 2 (Lobby Q & H) and Level 3 (Lobby H).

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

VivoCity, 1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore 098585, www.vivocity.com.sg

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Junction 8

Junction 8 is a shopping mall in Bishan, directly connected to Bishan MRT station on the North East Line. The playground on level 3 of Junction 8 features a see-saw, in addition to other swinging, bouncing, and balancing rides, plus a climbing structure for bigger kids. The nursing rooms at Junction 8 is available at B1, Levels 1, 2 and 3.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 9:45pm

Junction 8, 9 Bishan Place, Singapore 579837, www.junction8.com.sg

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Wisma Atria

Located right next to ION Orchard is Wisma Atria (which is also accessible from Orchard MRT station). This mall has the flagship Cotton On Kids store and Seed Heritage, offering lots of cute baby and kids clothing! You’ll find the food court on Level 4 offers lots of affordable eats, including halal options.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Wisma Atria, 435 Orchard Road, Singapore 238877, www.wismaonline.com

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Capitol Singapore

Home to Capitol Theatre, Eden Residences and The Capitol Kempinski, Capitol Singapore in City Hall is an iconic building that has been refurbished. At this mall, you’ll find a number of shops, cafes and restaurants like Kai En Sushi and Café Kitsuné. Capitol Singapore mall is right across the road from National Gallery Singapore and is in close proximity to CHIJMES.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10:30am – 10:30pm

Capitol Singapore, 13 Stamford Road, Singapore 178905, www.capitolsingapore.com

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111 Somserset

Although the most common shopping mall near Somerset station is 313@Somerset, there is a lesser-known mall nearby that features one of our favourite dessert shops in Singapore! 111 Somerset is located in Orchard and is mostly known to get busy during the office lunch hour on weekdays. This shopping mall in Singapore has a wide range of F&B offerings, and our favourite is Lucine by LUNA, where you’ll find IG-worthy desserts. There are also some retail shops here for your perusal. Note that this shopping mall does not have any nursing rooms.

Shopping mall opening hours: 10am – 10pm

111 Somerset, 111 Somerset Road, Singapore 238164, www.111somerset.com.sg

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Marina Square

Marina Square is a large shopping mall in town, often with kid-friendly events happening in the main atrium. Located just outside Kiddy Palace and Mothercare on level 3, you will find a padded play area (indoors and air-conditioned) for the little ones, and a space-themed playground for the 2-and-up set. The nursing rooms at Marina Square are available at B1, Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Marina Square Mall, 6 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039594, www.marinasquare.com.sg

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Raffles City Shopping Centre

Located in the heart of Singapore, Raffles City Shopping Centre is where you can shop ’till you drop! Featuring over 200 popular global brands including Lululemon, Cartier, diptyque, Tommy Hilfiger and more, this shopping centre in Singapore is the place to go for luxury brands. Though Raffles City Shopping Centre isn’t exactly a kid-friendly mall, you’ll find four kids’ fashion brands including FILA Kids, Gingersnaps, Little Ground and Taranis. The nursing rooms at Raffles City Shopping Centre are located on B1 and Level 3.

Shopping mall opening hours: 10am – 10pm

Raffles City Shopping Centre, 252 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179103, www.capitaland.com

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Thomson Plaza

Located along Upper Thomson Road, Thomson Plaza is a humble neighbourhood shopping centre that offers cafes, enrichment centres and preloved luxury bag shops.

Shopping mall opening hours: 8am – 10pm

Thomson Plaza, 301 Upper Thomson Road, Singapore 574408, www.thomsonplaza.com.sg

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Tiong Bahru Plaza

While it’s not really a shopping mall (more of a neighbourhood shopping centre, so you will find household necessities, some fun handbags and other bits and pieces), Tiong Bahru Plaza does have a funky playground on the rooftop. Let the little ones run loose in this retro-designed area with a slide, see-saw, trampoline and an inclusive merry-go-round – something different to your average shopping mall playground. Do note that this playground is temporarily closed for renovation. The nursing rooms at Tiong Bahru Plaza are available at B1, Level 1 to Level 3.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Tiong Bahru Plaza, 302 Tiong Bahru Road, Singapore 168732, www.tiongbahruplaza.com.sg

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United Square Shopping Mall

United Square Shopping Mall is known as ‘The Learning Mall’ because this is where you will find 16 enrichment centres in this shopping mall! Whether your child needs English tuition or wants to pursue a hobby with art classes or music lessons, there’s something for everyone. We love that this shopping mall in Singapore is located in the heart of the city and has plenty of yummy restaurants for when tummies start to grumble. They also have a salon for kids’ haircuts!

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

United Square Shopping Mall, 101 Thomson Road, Singapore 307591, www.unitedsquare.com.sg

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Best shopping malls in Singapore: East

Jewel Changi Airport

Jewel Changi Airport is a mall with everything – a 40-metre-high ‘waterfall’ rain vortex, over 100 F&B options at Jewel Changi, shopping galore and tons of fun for families. Canopy Park is well worth a visit, with kid-friendly mazes, sky nets and slides. Make sure you check out Canopy Bridge too, where you can walk on a see-through bridge high above the ground level for amazing views of the Jurassic Park-like surroundings of Jewel Changi Airport. The nursing rooms at Changi Airport are available at every Terminal and in Jewel Changi Airport.

Shopping mall opening hours: 24 hours (individual store opening hours apply)

Jewel Changi Airport, 78 Airport Boulevard, Singapore 819666, www.jewelchangiairport.com

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i12 Katong

i12 Katong is one of our favourite kid-friendly malls in the East! It’s got an indoor playground (pay to enter) WAN TO PLAY, where little tykes will adore the merry-go-round, slides, ball pits, pretend play kitchen and dress-up corner. i12 Katong also has one of our fave rock climbing spaces, Climb Central, a Golden Village cinema complex, as well as a multitude of enrichment classes for kids! There is shopping galore, and restaurants with kids’ menus (think Privé, Wine Connection, Yum Yum Thai).

i12 Katong, 112 East Coast Road, Singapore 428802, www.i12katong.com.sg

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Kallang Wave Mall

Kallang Wave Mall is connected to the Singapore Sports Hub and Indoor Stadium, offering plenty of casual kid-friendly eateries, shopping and even an arcade. It’s home to Climb Central, a rock climbing gym located smack dab in the middle of the shopping mall! At Level 1, there’s a cute train ride attraction – an actual train that chugs through the mall – get your tickets at the ZOOMOOV counter next to FairPrice Xtra. The free Splash-N-Surf water play area on the rooftop (level 3) has water sprinklers, waterslides, a merry-go-round with little bucket seats, fountains, sprays … basically everything fun that can be done with water!

Shopping mall opening hours: 10am – 10pm

Kallang Wave Mall, 1 Stadium Place, Singapore 397628, www.sportshub.com.sg

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Parkway Parade

Serving residents in the Marine Parade area, Parkway Parade is a decent-sized shopping mall that boasts over 200 stores spanning F&B, lifestyle, fashion and more. Highlights here include CS Fresh and FairPrice Xtra supermarkets, Daiso, Din Tai Fung and Benjamin Barker. There is also a free pirate-themed playground at the side of Parkway Parade on Level 1. The nursing rooms at Parkway Parade are available at Basement 1, Level 1, Level 2 (under renovation) and Level 3.

Shopping mall opening hours: 10am – 10pm

Parkway Parade, 80 Marine Parade Road, Singapore 449269, www.parkwayparade.com.sg

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PLQ Mall

PLQ Mall in Paya Lebar is always buzzing with activity – it’s directly connected to Paya Lebar MRT station on the East West Line and Circle Line. One of our favourite features of this shopping mall is the free Parkside located between PLQ3 and the residences, right next to Jimmy Monkey Cafe – perfect for enjoying a coffee and nibbles while the kids go climbing, swinging and running at the playground! It gets pretty hot at midday, but also quickly becomes shaded from about 3pm. Highly recommended for playdates so mamas can chat while the kiddos play nearby!

Shopping mall opening hours: 10am – 10pm

PLQ Mall, 10 Paya Lebar Road, Singapore 409057, www.payalebarquarter.com

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Eastpoint Mall

Eastpoint Mall is directly connected to Simei MRT station on the East West Line, with plenty of F&B, enrichment centres and shopping. They often host kids’ bootcamps during the school holidays, so keep your eyes peeled on their socials for updates! The free mall playground on level 6 of Eastpoint Mall features a ship-like play structure, slides and little swings. The nursing rooms are on every level from Basement 1 to Level 6.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 9:30pm

Eastpoint Mall, 3 Simei Street 6, Singapore 528833, www.facebook.com/fcm.eastpointmall

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Tampines 1

Tampines 1 shopping mall is located in the area of Tampines MRT station and Tampines bus interchange (along with two other malls, Century Square and Tampines Mall), and is kitted out with retail and F&B brands like Don Don Donki, Awfully Chocolate, Hooga and more. There’s a jungle-themed water playground here with water slides, mini pools, swings and scavenger hunts that are perfect for little tykes to burn maximum energy.
The nursing rooms at Tampines 1 are available at Level 2 and Level 5.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am to 10pm

Tampines 1, 10 Tampines Central 1, Singapore 529536, www.tampines1.com.sg

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Pasir Ris Mall

Pasir Ris Mall is a relatively new mall in Singapore, located right next to Pasir Ris MRT station. It’s got plenty of F&B options, including three food courts and two supermarkets! There are some great retail shops for essentials, too, such as Uniqlo and Decathlon, not to mention plenty of retailers for home appliances and gifts. There are lots of kids’ enrichment centres, too, and we love the free outdoor playground located on Level 2, where the kiddos can unleash their energy while spotting the MRT trains come and go from the opposite station!

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Pasir Ris Mall, 7 Pasir Ris Central, Singapore 519612, www.pasirrismall.com.sg

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Tampines Mall

Tampines Mall is right next to Tampines MRT station, which makes this easily accessible by MRT, even if you don’t live in the East! We love the range of shops at this mall including Bath & Body Works, Aesop, Cotton On, Decathlon, Crocs and more. There are also a number of enrichment centres such as Artary (which offers art classes for kids), Confucius Mandarin, Julia Gabriel Centre, Stalford Learning Centre and The Learning Lab. Click here if you’re looking for the top-ranking tuition centres in Singapore. Pop by Mothercare if you need to pick up something for your little one. If your kiddos need to burn off some energy, head to Level 4, where you’ll find an outdoor playground in the Open Plaza. The nursing room is available at Level 2 (near Lift Lobby A).

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am to 10pm

Tampines Mall, 4 Tampines Central 5, Singapore 529510, www.capitaland.com

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Changi City Point

Changi City Point shopping mall is located within Changi Business Park, so it mostly serves the office crowd in that area. There are tons of F&B options here from fast food to halal eats and cosy restaurants. For kids, there’s ‘The 3 House’ – an interactive wet and dry park on the 2nd floor of Changi City Point Mall. Sadly, this playground is currently closed until further notice. Ideal for younger tots, there are swings, gentle fountains and mini pools for cooling off in, and a playground with climbing equipment (best for older siblings as the ropes course can be tricky!). The nursing rooms at Changi City Point are available at Basement 1, Level 1, and Level 2.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am to 10pm

Changi City Point Mall, 5 Changi Business Park Central 1, Singapore 486038, www.changicitypoint.com.sg

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Best shopping malls in Singapore: North-East

NEX

NEX is a huge mall located in the Upper Serangoon area with several supermarkets, popular beauty and fashion chains like Sephora and Pomelo, Shaw Theatres cinema, and even houses Serangoon Public Library. The NEX mall rooftop playground, kidzPlay @ SkyGarden has both wet and dry play areas. The dry area will keep kids busy with slides and bridges, while the water play park has pirate-themed features, including a pirate ship with slides, water fountains and tipping water buckets to cool you down. The nursing rooms at NEX are available at Basement 1, Basement 2, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4 and Sky Garden.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10:30 am – 10:30 pm (kidzPlay @ SkyGarden is open 11am – 7pm daily)

NEX, 23 Serangoon Central, Singapore 556083, www.nex.com.sg

Read more: Best Water Playgrounds in Singapore

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Compass One

Compass One shopping mall is centrally located in Sengkang with over 180 retail stores. The Ninja Trail water play area in Compass One consists of a wet obstacle course for little ninjas to fight their way through. The green waterslide is good fun and is sure to keep kids active for a while.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Compass One Shopping Mall, 1 Sengkang Square, Singapore 545078, www.compassone.sg

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Sengkang Grand Mall

Sengkang Grand Mall is a newly opened shopping mall that created a lot of buzz and excitement when it finally opened its doors last year. There’s a large food court on Level 2 called the Buangkok Hawker Centre, where there’s something for every palate. There’s an outdoor playground right outside McDonald’s, but it can get quite hot since it’s not sheltered. If it’s too hot or it starts to rain, take the kids up to Level 2 (walk past the tuition centres and toilets), where you’ll find a hidden sheltered playground. Not many people know about this one, so your kids might just get to enjoy this playground to themselves! The nursing room is available at Level 1.

Shopping mall opening hours: 10am – 10pm

Sengkang Grand Mall, 70 Compassvale Bow, Sengkang Grand Mall, Singapore 544692, www.sengkanggrandmall.com.sg

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Seletar Mall

Located in Sengkang, Seletar Mall is directly connected to Fernvale LRT station on the Sengkang North-East Line (NEL), and Sengkang bus interchange. You’ll find the usual neighbourhood mall retailers here (though it’s worth noting they do have Din Tai Fung!), several enrichment centres and a FairPrice Finest. The free playground on level 4 is great for kids 4 and up, as there are some high rock climbing platforms, slides, a merry-go-round, and swings.

Shopping mall opening hours: 10am – 10pm

Seletar Mall, 33 Sengkang West Avenue, Singapore 797653, www.theseletarmall.com

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Waterway Point

Waterway Point in Punggol is one of the shopping malls responsible for ‘making Punggol great again’ – this shopping centre is home to Decathlon, Marks & Spencer, Daiso and more! The Happy Park wet play area, located on level 2 is great for kids looking for a splash around.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am to 10pm

Waterway Point, 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761, www.waterwaypoint.com

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Northshore Plaza

Those who live all the way in Punggol will probably be familiar with Northshore Plaza, the first seafront new generation neighbourhood mall. It’s home to a two-storey Decathlon, where kids can freely try out bikes, scooters and roller skates. Though they do have an outdoor playground, it is currently closed for maintenance until further notice. When the kids are hungry, pop over to McDonald’s for a quick bite or indulge in yummy seafood at Dancing Crab, comforting kway chap at Song Fa Kway Chap and more.

Shopping mall opening hours: 8am – 9:30pm

Northshore Plaza, 407 Northshore Dr, Singapore 820407, www.facebook.com/NorthshorePlazaSG

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Best shopping malls in Singapore: West

IMM

IMM is an outlet mall in Jurong East carrying discounted goods from brands like Akemi, Coach, Fossil, Tumi and even kids’ brands like Chateau de Sable and Cotton On Kids. It’s a fab shopping centre to get all your lifestyle needs at a steal! Sadly, their free playground on Level 3 is closed until further notice. This playground consists of a dry and wet area – a shaded dry playground with slides and a merry-go-round, while the wet zone consists of a flower-themed water play area, complete with watermills and spraying flowers. The nursing rooms at IMM is available at Level 2 (behind Yu He Tang TCM Clinic and near OSIM Outlet) and Level 3 (near carpark entrance).

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

IMM, 2 Jurong East Street 21, Singapore 609601, www.imm.sg

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JEM

JEM shopping mall is well known for being ‘the Orchard of Jurong East’, boasting brands like Chanel Beauty, Dior Beauty, H&M, Love Bonito and IKEA Jurong. It’s always busy here, so be warned – the crowd really starts to form on weekends and around the morning and evening peak hour rush! There’s also a mostly sheltered outdoor playground next to the Kopitiam Food Court on Level 5, so you can enjoy your meal in peace while keeping an eye on the kids outside. The nursing rooms are on Basement 1, Level 3 and Level 5.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

JEM, 50 Jurong Gateway Road, Singapore 608549, www.jem.sg

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Westgate

Westgate is part of the shopping mall trio at Jurong East – many of the eateries here are ‘alfresco’ (open-air seating, but within the air-conditioned mall), and there are lots of recognisable retail brands here like Aesop and Sephora. Westgate Wonderland is the shopping mall’s fantasy garden playground on level 4. Bigger kids can shimmy up the playground’s towering tree house while the younger set romps among oversized bluebells, fruits and critters, some of which respond to touch with light and music!
The nursing rooms at Westgate is available at Basement 1 and Level 4.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Westgate Mall, 3 Gateway Drive, Singapore 608532, www.westgate.com.sg

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Clementi Mall

Westies are familiar with Clementi Mall, especially if you have kiddos who love spending time in the library! The Clementi Public Library is on the top floor of this shopping mall and is a great way to inspire your kids to read. There’s a food court on Level 4 called Boleh Boleh! or you can choose from other restaurants including Jinjja!! Chicken, KFC, Ichiban Sushi, Seoul Garden, So Pho and more. Though there aren’t a lot of kids’ shops here, you can head to Uniqlo, if you need to pick up a new minimalist outfit for your child.

Shopping mall opening hours: 10am – 10pm

Clementi Mall, 3155 Commonwealth Ave W, Singapore 129588, www.theclementimall.com

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Lot One Shopper’s Mall

Lot One Shopper’s Mall in Choa Chu Kang is a humble neighbourhood shopping centre that also houses the Choa Chu Kang Public Library. The wet playground at Lot One Level 5 features fountains, spray tunnels and water jets. The nursing room is located at B1 near Raffles Medical Centre.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Lot One Shopper’s Mall, 21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4, Singapore 689812, www.capitaland.com

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 Best shopping malls in Singapore: North

Canberra Plaza

Canberra Plaza is one of the newer neighbourhood shopping centres in Singapore, serving the young estate of Canberra (the neighbourhood is mostly made up of Built-to-Order flats occupied by young families) and is connected to Canberra MRT station on the North South Line. It’s home to Singapore’s third A&W outlet, Starbucks, Ya Kun Kaya Toast and Daiso. There’s an indoor playground located within McDonald’s at Canberra Plaza, with slides and fun crawl spaces for little ones. There’s also a rooftop water play area here, albeit small. Located at level 3, kiddos can splash around the play area and play with multiple water playground equipment.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 8am – 11pm

Canberra Plaza, 133 Canberra View, Singapore 750133, www.canberraplaza.com

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Causeway Point

Directly connected to Woodlands Bus Interchange and Woodlands MRT station on the North South and Thomson-East Coast lines, Causeway Point is a popular shopping centre for all your lifestyle needs and even has a cinema on the top floor. On that same floor (Level 7) is where you’ll find the dinosaur water playground with slides, water spouts and larger-than-life dinosaurs! Across the street, there’s Woodlands Civic Centre (home to Woodlands Regional Library) and Woods Square, which offers more dining options. The nursing rooms at Causeway Point are available at Level 1 to 5 and Level 7.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

Causeway Point, Woodlands Square, Singapore 738099, www.causewaypoint.com.sg

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Northpoint City 

Northpoint City is a popular haunt for families as it’s arguably the largest shopping mall in the north of Singapore (seriously, people often get lost here!). Northpoint has a 5,400 square foot wet/dry playground on the centre’s roof that will have your water babies squealing in delight. There are dinosaur-themed water features, water jets, tunnels, fountains and multi-play structures, plus a small playground for those kiddies who prefer to stay dry (be sure to check if it’s open before heading down!). The nursing rooms at Northpoint City are available at Basement 1, Basement 2, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10am – 10pm

NorthPoint City, 930 Yishun Avenue 2, Singapore 76909, www.northpointcity.com.sg

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Sembawang Shopping Centre

Sembawang Shopping Centre is made up of a handful of F&B and lifestyle stores (including Daiso) and often has sales going on at the atrium. This shopping mall has not one but two playgrounds for kids to play in – a dry playground and a wet playground. The dry playground located at Level 3 is a small area for little ones to have fun with slides. There’s also a 15,000 square foot open-air wet playground with water pistols, propellers, buckets of water and fountains. However, do note that the Splash Park water playground is closed for upgrading until further notice. The nursing room is located on Basement 1.

Shopping mall opening hours: Daily, 10 am to 10pm

Sembawang Shopping Centre, 604 Sembawang Road, Singapore 758459, www.sembawangsc.com.sg

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