10 new attractions in Singapore in 2025 to check off your bucket list
It's not often that you get a new attraction in Singapore given our city's limited land mass, so when it occurs, it becomes a must-do thing. This year will see numerous new attractions popping up around the country, from nature-themed resorts to theme park zones.
Check out our list of the 10 new attractions in Singapore to satisfy your wanderlust without travelling out of the country.
If you haven't been to Universal Studios Singapore (USS) for a while and are a fan of the Despicable Me franchise, there's one more reason to visit USS over the March school holidays with Minion Land opening on 14 Feb. It replaces the former Madagascar zone.
Guests can look forward to exploring 3 districts at Minion Land: Minion Marketplace, Gru's Neighbourhood and Super Silly Fun Land. You will be able to buy Minion-themed souvenirs, embark on an immersive motion simulator ride and dance to tunes remixed by the Minions.
Other surprises that await guests in USS Minion Land include photography opportunities with the Minions at a courtyard fountain where the Minions are causing trouble once again.
If you're an adult Singapore resident, pay S$74 for a one-day pass. Foreigners pay S$83.
8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
+65 6577 8888 Mon to Sat: 10am – 7pm Sun: 10am – 8pm Facebook | Instagram | Website
Announced in 2019, Super Nintendo World is another upcoming themed zone at USS. While construction was delayed because of the pandemic, it is expected to open this year.
Here, experience iconic rides and games featuring Mario and friends, including Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge and Yoshi's Adventure. As with the Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan and Hollywood, the zone will also likely contain interactive elements. With a Power-Up Band, take on challenges, collect virtual coins and more during your adventure.
Super Nintendo World will also likely feature some of Nintendo's most noteworthy venues, including Mushroom Kingdom, Peach's Castle, and Bowser's Castle. Super Nintendo World is the result of a partnership between Nintendo and Universal Destinations & Experiences.
If you're an adult Singapore resident, pay S$74 for a one-day pass. Foreigners pay S$83.
8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
+65 6577 8888 Mon to Sat: 10am – 7pm Sun: 10am – 8pm Facebook | Instagram | Website
The S.E.A. Aquarium in Singapore was rebranded as the Singapore Oceanarium in 2024 as part of Resort World Sentosa's RWS2.0 expansion plan. Expected to open in the first half of 2025, the new oceanarium will be around 3 times larger than its predecessor.
The new oceanarium will feature digital exhibits, research and education centers, and a contemporary design, while emphasising sustainability and conservation via installations.
By mid-2024, construction updates included a new temporary entrance in the Maritime Experiential Museum building, which has been repainted blue, and enhancements to the Open Ocean Habitat gallery, now with glass facades for an improved viewing experience.
If you're an adult Singapore resident, pay S$41 for a one-day pass. Foreigners pay S$44.
8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
+65 6577 9977 Mon to Sat: 10am – 7pm Sun: 10am – 5pm Facebook | Instagram | Website
If you missed the unique rock and roll-inspired experience and lush tropical landscaping at the Hard Rock Hotel Singapore and was wondering why there has been no news of the hotel recently, it closed and was rebranded as the Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) in 2024.
As part of the RWS 2.0 Expansion, a new luxury hotel will be located on the site of the former Hard Rock Hotel. The new hotel will have over 350 rooms, including deluxe rooms, suites, and a presidential suite. Local construction company Mint Building Services has been awarded a contract for mechanical work installations for the hotel.
Construction on the new hotel began in 2024 and is expected to be completed by 2025. While prices have not yet been announced, it will likely be on the steeper end of things.
8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
+65 6577 8888
Facebook | Instagram | Website
If you're an animal lover but are bored of the wildlife attractions here, Singapore's fifth zoological park, Rainforest Wild Asia, will open at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve in Mar.
Inspired by treks through rainforests, guests can embark on various discovery journeys tailored to their appetite for adventure. A diversity of paths enables adventurers to seek out wildlife and marvel at the wonders of a rainforest, both above and below the ground.
Flexible habitats will be introduced at Rainforest Wild Asia for the first time. Different animals, such as red dholes and babirusas, will be featured at various times of the day.
Rainforest Wild Asia will house 29 iconic animal species, including new-to-Singapore species such as the endangered François' langur monkey and the Philippine spotted deer.
20 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729825 Facebook | Instagram | Website
Universal Studios Singapore (USS) Minion Land to open in 2025
Are you looking for a place to stay after visiting Rainforest Wild Asia? If so, you have got to visit the Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree Holdings. The resort will open in Apr.
At the heart of its architecture is biophilic design. It shapes every aspect from programmes to amenities. Tapping on Banyan Group's legacy of honouring the essence of every location, the 338-room resort has rooms nestled in greenery or with a view of the Seletar Reservoir.
The unique layers of the rainforest — from the forest floor to the canopy — are an integral part of their nature-inspired room designs.
Their hotel rooms include the Retreat Room (2 double beds for a maximum of 2 guests) (S$416/night), the Sanctuary Room (1 king bed for a maximum of 2 guests) (S$480/night) and the luxurious Mandai Treehouse (1 king bed for a maximum of 3 guests) (S$1,136/night) fit for a king.
60 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729979
Daily: 3pm (check-in) & 12pm (check-out) Facebook | Instagram | Website
Perfect for a Christmas or year-end vacation, the Disney Adventure cruise ship will sail from the Marina Bay Cruise Centre from 15 Dec 2025. It will offer 3 and 4-night trips.
There will be 7 imaginatively-themed areas across the ship—each filled with immersive experiences such as Broadway-style shows, lively deck parties, film screenings, and memorable meet and greets with favourite characters from Disney, Pixar and Marvel.
Disney Adventure joins Disney Cruise Line's fleet of 5 ships, alongside 2 others — the Disney Treasure and Disney Destiny — that are on the way. Set to be the biggest ship in the Disney fleet, Disney Adventure can carry 6,700 passengers and 2,500 crew members.
While other Disney cruises sail to the Caribbean, Europe, the South Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, Disney Adventure will be the first Disney cruise ship to home-port in Asia.
61 Marina Coastal Drive, Singapore 018947
+65 6604 8305 (Cruise Centre) /+65 6228 3728 (Cruise Line) Daily (24 hours) | |
Inspired by the exhibition in Season 3 of the Netflix series Emily in Paris, the Balloon Museum Singapore will be at the Marina Bay Sands (MBS) from 13 Jun to 31 Aug.
Starting in 2020, the museum debuted in Rome before taking over Paris, Naples, and New York City. The exhibition invites visitors to explore air as a physical and symbolic medium.
With huge inflatable displays, exciting light installations and engaging art pieces, the showcase will blow you away (pun intended) with its display of innovation and marvel.
While ticket prices have yet to be announced by Balloon Museum Singapore, you can sign up for their waitlist. Be the first to know when tickets go on sale and get 50 percent off.
10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956 +65 6688 8868 | |
If you are a nature lover, you would be glad to know that the boundaries of Singapore's proposed second marine park in Lazarus South, off Kusu Island, are expected to be finalised in 2025 after the National Parks Board finishes discussions with the authorities.
The discussions will cover the types of features and amenities, such as walking trails, that visitors can expect from the second marine park. With a second marine park here, island hoppers will also have the opportunity to learn about marine biodiversity in the southern waters, from knobbly sea stars to fluted giant clams, while enjoying recreational activities.
The country's first and only marine park thus far – the Sisters' Islands Marine Park – was announced in 2014. The announcement to designate the southern part of Lazarus Island and the reef off Kusu Island as the Republic's second marine park was made in May 2024.
As with the Sisters' Islands Marine Park, entry is likely to be free, but you will have to pay for a ferry to the new attraction in Singapore. Bring a cap if you can't stand the sun.
Lazarus Island
If you bring your family to the Gardens by the Bay often for a picnic, you would be glad to know that a playground will open near the Active Garden by the first quarter of 2025.
It joins a bevy of free and user-friendly facilities at the Active Garden. These include an outdoor gym, an interactive musical playground, a communal garden, expansive event lawns and a pet-friendly café, making the Active Garden your family's romping ground.
The new attraction in Singapore is set to be a woodland-themed dry playground that will provide families with pleasure and exploration of their natural surroundings through play.
18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
+65 6420 6848 Daily: 5am – 2am | |
Balloon Museum Singapore at MBS from 13 Jun to 31 Aug with inflatables & light displays
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