Things to do in Singapore at night that don’t involve going to the club

You'll never run out of things to do in Singapore even when night falls

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Singapore doesn’t slow down after dark. In fact, that’s when things really come alive. From 24-hour gyms and late-night eateries to megamalls and moonlit activities, there’s plenty to do after hours if you’re not ready to call it a night. Whether you’re out with your partner or friends and wondering what’s next, here are some fun late-night ideas worth staying up for.

Fort Siloso Night Experience

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This one’s for the adventure seeker. As part of the Fort Siloso Night Experience, guests will be led through a 1.5-hour walking tour of the military museum which features a treasure trove of World War II memorabilia. What’s interesting is that each tour group will be led by a guide who will take you through a realistic experience that resembles the dim setting that WWII soldiers had to endure themselves.

Visit Night Safari

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Looking for a cute date idea? Consider visiting the Night Safari with your beau. As part of the experience, here, you can go on a walking trail or hop on the tram to explore and learn more about the fascinating animals in their enclosures.  On the weekends, you can watch the keepers at work and catch the big cats during their snack time, and watch them devour their meaty treats.

Go cosmic bowling

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Who says dance party music only belongs in the club? Bust your bowling moves at this hip joint located in the heart of town. The bowling alley comes complete with dazzling disco lights, groovy tunes, delicious bites and lots of booze for you to enjoy through the night. This hidden gem in 313 @ Somerset is also open till 1am everyday, so it’s perfect if you’re looking for something to do after dinner or even after catching a movie in the evening at Cathay Cineleisure.

Watch the spectacular lights show at Marina Bay

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Every night, Singapore’s skies sparkle, not so much with stars, but with lasers and LEDs. Music and choreographed fountains dance along by Marina Bay Sands.

Immerse yourself in a symphony of dancing fountain jets, vivid visual projections, and advanced lasers with the light show starting nightly from 8pm, and the water show at 9pm.

Play your favourite games at the board game cafe

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Tucked away in Serangoon Gardens, this cosy 24-hour café is the perfect weekend wind-down spot with your friends. With an extensive library of board games, plus Nintendo Switch and PS5 consoles, you’ll never run out of things to do. Want something more private? They’ve got smaller rooms where you can game or stream your favourite shows in peace. There’s even a mahjong room—and yes, snacks and drinks are available to keep the fun going all night.

Watch indie films at the Projector

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The Projector screens classics and indie films in the evening and it’s perfect if you prefer to go for something a little more different than your usual movie screenings in town. Located at places like Golden Mile Tower and Cineleisure, it’s got all the vibes the alternative activity-seeker will love.

Fly a kite

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We’re not being rude – we literally mean fly a kite.

Get an LED night kite from Kite Culture and head to Marina Barrage where the night breeze makes it perfect for this activity.

Also, no more squinting your eyes at your kite with the sun glaring at you!

Have supper

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Satisfy your hunger pangs at some of your favourite hawker stalls in Singapore that are open way into the wee hours of the night.

Don’t fear judgment – it’s quite a common Singaporean pastime to head out scavenging for food when the moon’s high in the sky.

Check out our list of favourite supper spots in Singapore for midnight eats!

Midnight shopping

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If you’re bored, you can shop around Mustafa Shopping Centre that is known to be open 'round the clock.

Boasting six floors of good and affordable bargains, the building also houses a travel agency, rooftop restaurant and supermarket.

You’re sure to be entertained shopping all night long!

Try prawning

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If you can’t sleep and fancy some chill time, try reeling in some prawns at Hai Bin Prawning.

Located at Punggol, this prawning joint is open 24/7. The prawns here are huge, and there are barbecue pits (that’s included in the hourly fee) for you to roast your victorious win.

Equipment and baits are also included in the hourly fee.

Cycle the night away

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There’s nothing like the cool breeze and peaceful roads you can experience when it comes to cycling at night. Besides the lack of sweat from the sweltering heat our country is famous for, the roads are practically empty late midnight, which makes it perfect for cycling.

Grab a few friends and head to one of the many bike trails in Singapore to cycle your night away.

Play football indoors

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Love football but hate the humid, stifling heat that comes with all things outdoors in Singapore?

Here’s a solution: play football indoors, at midnight. Singapore’s first indoor football stadium, The Cage is open from 8am to 2am for football fans.

With 6 identical five-a-side pitches as well as ventilation fans, comfort areas and a music system for you to play the songs you like, you can spend all night here scoring goals. Make sure to book a slot before heading down!

Grab a drink and shop till you drop at Don Don Donki

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There’s nothing new about drinking or shopping, but what about the two combined?

You can do so at the popular Don Don Donki by Don Quijote. A one-stop hyper-mart for all your Japanese needs, some of the stores across the island are open 24 hours and have everything you possibly need – from Japanese snacks to clothes to phone cases and more.

Located right inside some of the Don Don Donki outlets in Singapore is Drink Drunk Donki, the bar section of the store serving authentic Japanese beers and sakes.

Work out, anytime

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If you can’t sleep, the best way to work up a sweat and tire yourself out is with a trip to the gym.

Not a fan of overcrowded gyms? Hate waiting for your turn to use the squat rack? We feel you. 

Head to any of these 24-hour gyms in Singapore like Anytime Fitness, where you can work out in relative peace and quiet in the middle of the night.

Pamper yourself

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When was the last time you hit the spa and had a really relaxing, pampering session?

Take a break from the bustle of the city and recharge at these 24-hour spas.

Purchase a spa pass at Spa Nes and walk into a relaxation paradise.

g.spa is another spa oasis that is also 24 hours, with invigorating spa treatments and saunas that ensure you fully relax.

Catch a midnight movie

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If overexcited chortles, annoying phone notifications and loud whispering annoy you often at the cinema, why not catch a midnight flick instead?

The cinema will be quiet, and you can have a wider selection of seats to choose from. Just be sure to not choose a horror movie if you get creeped out easily.

Cinemas not your thing? Here are alternative places where you can watch your favourite movies!

Sing your heart out

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Love singing? No matter if you’re good at it or not, belt your heart out at a 24-hour karaoke joint.

Grab your fellow night owl friends and have a good time at any of these karaoke bars that are open till late night: Teo Heng KTV Studio, Manekineko, Tang Music Box, and good ol’ Party World.

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