Best Places For Go-Karting In Singapore For Families, Kids & Serious Racers

Looking for an exciting thrill-seeking activity to enjoy with the kids? We round up the best spots to try go-karting in Singapore!

Ever dreamed of racing through a circuit like Grand Prix F1 drivers? Go-karting is a great way to do just that! There are a handful of places to go-kart in Singapore where you can zoom around to your heart’s content. From the KF1 Karting Circuit at Kranji (the largest go-karting circuit in Singapore!) to electric go-karting Hyperdrive in Sentosa you can satisfy your craving for an adrenaline rush at any of these tracks for go-karting in Singapore!

Best Go-Karting Tracks In Singapore For Kids:

1.  HyperDrive: Indoor gamified 3-level go-kart circuit

The newest go-kart track in Singapore, HyperDrive is part of the family beach club, Shangri-La’s The Palawan @ Sentosa. HyperDrive is a fully electric and indoor go-karting experience. It’s not your run-of-the-mill go-karting circuit. It has a three-level racetrack and an integrated gamified experience that will transport drivers into a virtual game. Imagine playing Mario Kart in real life!

HyperDrive’s go-karting track was designed by former karting world champion David Terrien. The go-karting tracks are catered to the need for speed with 308 metres of thrilling straightways and 14 exciting turns. There are 36 eco-friendly electric go-karts in senior, junior and tandem kart configurations.

Parents with kids can pair up in dual go karts. The go-karts here can go up to a top speed of 30km/h for the novice level, which kids can ride in. There are also advanced-level go-karts that go up to 50km/h which requires drivers to present a valid car or motorcycle license. Drivers also have to be a minimum of 18 years old and achieve lap time of 34.5s or below​ at Novice Level.

If you fancy watching the action, head to the second-floor HyperDrive Cafe overlooking the tracks! Plus they’ve just launched Game of Karts where you will get to race and collect ‘weapons’ to sabotage competitors or ‘boosts’ to turbo-charge yourself to the finish line!

Can kids go-kart? Kids need to be at least 9 years old and 130cm tall to go-kart alone. Passengers need to be a minimum of 90cm tall to tide tandem go-karts with an adult.
Operating hours: 10am – 9pm (Weekends); 12.30pm – 9pm (Weekdays)
Where: HyperDrive is located within The Palawan @ Sentosa, along Palawan Beach
Go-karting prices: From $40/person, More info here.

2. KF1 Karting Circuit Kranji: Largest go-karting circuit in Singapore

KF1 Karting Circuit Kranji has the largest go-karting circuit in Singapore. For thrill-seekers, this 960-metre circuit with 18 turns is sure to get your adrenaline pumping as you race to set the new record speed! And if you’ve ever wanted to go kart in the rain, you can test your skills here. Their petrol go-karts are safe in the rain or shine.

Full-faced helmets are provided for all riders, and riders have to wear covered shoes and attend a safety briefing. KF1 also features The Viper Kart which features an Italian-built chassis for optimal performance and safety. The novice go-karts here go up to 30km/h, while the advanced go-karts go up to 50km/h. You’ll need to have a drivers license in order to drive the advanced go-karts.

Can kids go-kart? Drivers must be at least 1.4m to go-kart on this track, so it’s suitable for older kids.
Operating hours: 1pm – 9pm (Tuesdays – Fridays); 9am – 9pm (Weekends & PH)
Where: 1 Turf Club Avenue, Singapore 738078
Go-karting prices: From $18 for a 10-minute go-kart ride (under 21 years old);. From $28 (above 21 years old). Click here for more information.

3. Skyline Luge: Race down a hill at Sentosa

Image credit: Skyline Luge Singapore via FacebookThis may not technically be a go-kart, but don’t underestimate the adrenaline rush you can get from this gravity-fuelled ride! Skyline Luge sits on Sentosa island and boasts four tracks with sharp corners, tunnels and downhill slopes. The track is right beside a lush forest and we love that you get to take a ‘ski-lift’ Skyride up the hill each time to start your ride, making this ‘go-karting’ experience extra memorable.

If your little ones can stay up a little later, you’ll want to wait till sundown to experience the Night Luge. From 7pm – 9pm every Friday and Saturday, the tracks at Skyline Luge are illuminated by neon lights!

Can kids go-kart? Kids must be at least 6 years old and 110cm or taller to ride alone. Kids under 6 or shorter than 1.1m can ride in tandem with an adult but require a ‘Child Doubling’ ticket. Click here for more. 
Operating hours: 11am – 7:30pm (Sunday– Thursday); 11am – 9pm (Friday); 10am – 9pm (Saturday)
Where: Between Imbiah Lookout and Siloso Beach on Sentosa Island, Singapore
Go-karting prices: From $25 for 2 rides. Click here to purchase tickets.

KF1 Karting Circuit Expo: Go-karting with 16 turns (closed)

KF1 Karting Circuit Expo has a 750-metre karting circuit with 16 turns that was converted from an under-utilised car park. The record time to complete this go-karting circuit is one minute! If you love speed and think you have what it takes, this go-karting circuit would have been your fave! Sadly, it has now closed its doors.

Can kids go-kart? Drivers must be at least 1.4m to go-kart on this track.
Operating hours: Permanently closed.
Where: 1 Expo Drive, Singapore 486150 (Singapore Expo, Carpark H)
Go-karting prices: From $28 for a 10-minute ride.

The Karting Arena at Bukit Timah: Electric go-karting (closed)

If you want to try out electric go-karts, then this is the place for you! The Karting Arena at Bukit Timah has a 500-metre circuit with 9 turns. If you’re watching your kiddo go-kart and are feeling a little nervous – this go-karting spot has extra safety precautions in place – they have a remote stop system connected to all go-karts in case of an emergency!

Can kids go-kart? Kids must be at least 9 years old and 1.4m to ride.
Operating hours: Permanently closed.
Where: 200 Turf Club Road, #01-01B, The Grandstand, South Car Park, Singapore 287994
Go-karting prices: From $30.50 for an 8-minute ride (approximately 8 – 10 laps).

The Karting Arena at Jurong: Double-Seater Go-Karts (closed)

If you want to feel like a professional racer, head down to The Karting Arena at Jurong! With a 700-metre go-karting circuit, 11 turns, track cameras, and even a race control room, this track was designed to host professional race events! Their circuit ensures safety by maintaining a minimum width of 10 metres throughout the track. These go-karts operate on petroleum, so you will be able to speed (within limits!) to your heart’s content! And if you want to ride with someone, you can hop into their double-seater go-kart for double the fun!

Can kids go-kart? Kids must be at least 9 years old and 1.4m to ride.
Operating hours: Permanently closed
Where: 511 Upper Jurong Road, Singapore 638366
Go-karting prices: From $30 for a 10-minute session.

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