East Singapore with Kids: Bedok, Tampines, Pasir Ris & Katong Family Guide
The most up-to-date guide to Bedok, Tampines, Pasir Ris & Katong with kids, updated throughout 2026
By OtterExplore · Updated
Bedok, Tampines, Pasir Ris and Katong cover a huge stretch of the East, from a mangrove boardwalk where mudskippers skip across the mud to a Peranakan heritage street where families can rock climb and cook dumplings in the same building. This is our living guide to the East with kids: every free park, water playground and rainy-day indoor backup worth knowing, grouped so you can plan a full day out, with each pick linking straight to its full details page where you can check ages, prices and opening hours before you go.
Free Parks & Nature in Bedok & Pasir Ris
Two very different ways to get outside in the East — a boardwalk through Singapore's last mangrove forest, and a treetop obstacle course through the forest canopy at Bedok Reservoir.
🌿Outdoors & NatureSource: NParksPasir Ris Park & Mangrove Boardwalk
Pasir Ris Park · Pasir Ris Park, Pasir Ris
An elevated boardwalk through Singapore's last remaining coastal mangrove forest, where families spot mudskippers, monitor lizards and coastal birds — free, with a treehouse playground, a free water playground and bike rental at the park entrance.
🌿Outdoors & NatureSource: Forest Adventure SingaporeForest Adventure Kids Course at Bedok Reservoir Park
Bedok Reservoir Park · Bedok Reservoir Park
A treetop obstacle course at Bedok Reservoir Park with 22 crossings and two zip lines through the forest canopy. Kids aged 7 and up go solo; ages 5–6 need a buddy aged 14 or older. Minimum height 1.1m.
Splash & Water Play
Between Downtown East, HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir and East Coast Park, the East has some of the widest water-play variety on the island — free wading pools, an indoor mega-slide, and even a beginner wakeboard cable park.
💧Water PlaySource: Downtown EastWild Wild Wet Summer Sports Fiesta
Wild Wild Wet, Downtown East · 1 Pasir Ris Close
Singapore's largest water park at Downtown East, with a floating pickleball court, water polo matches and drifting sessions down the Shiok River, plus a dedicated toddler splash zone.
💧Water PlaySource: HomeTeamNSAqua Adventure at HomeTeamNS
HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir · 900 Bedok North Road, Singapore 479994
An indoor water park at HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir with Singapore's longest indoor water slide (114m), a lazy river and a wet obstacle rope course — rain never cancels the fun.
💧Water PlaySource: NParksCoastal PlayGrove Water Play Area
East Coast Park (Area B) · 902 East Coast Park Service Rd, Singapore 449874
Free wading pools by the sea at East Coast Park, connected by a stream of water jets that light up in colour at night — wheelchair-accessible, no booking needed.
⚽Sports & FitnessSource: Singapore Wake ParkSingapore Wake Park
Singapore Wake Park, East Coast Park · 1206A East Coast Parkway
Learn to wakeboard in the sheltered lagoon at East Coast Park — no boat required. A beginner-only cable system with one-on-one instructor support suits kids aged 6 and up.
Indoor Play at Tampines Hub & Downtown East (Whatever the Weather)
Rainy day, haze day, or just too hot outside — the indoor playground cluster at Downtown East and Our Tampines Hub has it covered.
🎯Indoor PlaySource: DreamUs GroupTayo Station at Downtown East
Tayo Station, E!Hub @ Downtown East · 1 Pasir Ris Close, Singapore 519599
Southeast Asia's first Tayo the Little Bus-themed indoor playground — a 10,000 sq ft space at Downtown East billed as Singapore's largest indoor playground, for ages 1 to 12.
🎯Indoor PlaySource: Jolly JungleJolly Jungle Kids Indoor Playground @ OTH
Jolly Jungle, Our Tampines Hub · 1 Tampines Walk, Singapore 528523
A jungle-themed indoor playground tucked inside Our Tampines Hub's library building, for ages 1 to 10 — an easy stop while at OTH for books or sport.
🎯Indoor PlaySource: Our Tampines HubFestive Mall Play Zone at Our Tampines Hub
Festive Mall Play Zone, Our Tampines Hub · 1 Tampines Walk, Singapore 528523
A free basement play zone at Our Tampines Hub with a slide and climbing structure on soft flooring — no booking, just drop in during mall hours.
Katong Heritage Street
i12 Katong and Katong Square put three very different family activities within steps of each other, on one of Singapore's most historic streets.
🎯Indoor PlaySource: ClimbUp SingaporeClimbUp Kids Rock Climbing
ClimbUp Singapore, i12 Katong · 112 East Coast Road #04-01/02, i12 Katong
Singapore's largest rock climbing gym, at i12 Katong, with 42 gamified climbing lanes across 7 levels for kids from age 4 — all harnesses and shoes provided.
🎯Indoor PlaySource: KaboodleKaboodle at Katong Square
Kaboodle, Katong Square · 88 East Coast Road, #02-05/06 Katong Square, Singapore 423371
An indoor play space at Katong Square built around open-ended play stations for creative and cognitive development, best suited to younger children still building play and social skills.
🎨Arts & CraftsSource: ToTT StoreToTT Junior Chef — Parent-Child Cooking Classes
ToTT Store i12 Katong · 112 East Coast Road #02-09/10, i12 Katong, Singapore 428802
Parent-child cooking workshops in ToTT's professional kitchens at i12 Katong — one adult and one child cook together, from handmade pasta to xiao long bao and macarons.
At a Glance
| Activity | Area | In / Outdoor | Ages | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasir Ris Park & Mangrove Boardwalk Pasir Ris Park, Pasir Ris | East | Outdoor | All ages | Free |
| Forest Adventure Kids Course at Bedok Reservoir Park Bedok Reservoir Park | East | Outdoor | 5–12 yrs | Paid |
| Wild Wild Wet Summer Sports Fiesta 1 Pasir Ris Close | East | Outdoor | 2+ yrs | Paid |
| Aqua Adventure at HomeTeamNS 900 Bedok North Road, Singapore 479994 | East | Indoor | 5+ yrs | Paid |
| Coastal PlayGrove Water Play Area 902 East Coast Park Service Rd, Singapore 449874 | East | Outdoor | 2–12 yrs | Free |
| Singapore Wake Park 1206A East Coast Parkway | East | Outdoor | 6+ yrs | Paid |
| Tayo Station at Downtown East 1 Pasir Ris Close, Singapore 519599 | East | Indoor | 1–12 yrs | Paid |
| Jolly Jungle Kids Indoor Playground @ OTH 1 Tampines Walk, Singapore 528523 | East | Indoor | 1–10 yrs | Paid |
| Festive Mall Play Zone at Our Tampines Hub 1 Tampines Walk, Singapore 528523 | East | Indoor | 1–8 yrs | Free |
| ClimbUp Kids Rock Climbing 112 East Coast Road #04-01/02, i12 Katong | East | Indoor | 4+ yrs | Paid |
| Kaboodle at Katong Square 88 East Coast Road, #02-05/06 Katong Square, Singapore 423371 | East | Indoor | 1–8 yrs | Paid |
| ToTT Junior Chef — Parent-Child Cooking Classes 112 East Coast Road #02-09/10, i12 Katong, Singapore 428802 | East | Indoor | 5–12 yrs | Paid |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best things to do in Bedok, Tampines, Pasir Ris and Katong with kids?
Pasir Ris Park's free mangrove boardwalk and Bedok Reservoir Park's treetop Forest Adventure course are the two standout outdoor picks. For water play, Coastal PlayGrove at East Coast Park is free, while Wild Wild Wet and Aqua Adventure at HomeTeamNS cover a full day of slides. Our Tampines Hub's free Festive Mall Play Zone and Jolly Jungle cover indoor play, and i12 Katong (ClimbUp, Kaboodle, ToTT Junior Chef) is worth a dedicated afternoon on its own.
How do you get around Bedok, Tampines, Pasir Ris and Katong with kids?
Pasir Ris Park, Wild Wild Wet and Tayo Station are all close to Pasir Ris MRT. Bedok Reservoir Park, Forest Adventure and Aqua Adventure at HomeTeamNS are near Bedok Reservoir MRT. Our Tampines Hub (Jolly Jungle, Festive Mall Play Zone) sits right on the Tampines MRT interchange. ClimbUp, Kaboodle and ToTT Junior Chef are all in the same i12 Katong building on East Coast Road, a short ride from Marine Parade MRT. East Coast Park itself (Coastal PlayGrove, Singapore Wake Park) has no MRT directly on it — cycle in, take a bus, or drive.
Is this area good for toddlers?
Yes — Pasir Ris Park (free boardwalk and water playground), Coastal PlayGrove (free wading pools) and Festive Mall Play Zone (free, ages 1–8) are all free and toddler-friendly. Kaboodle at Katong Square (ages 1–8) and Jolly Jungle at OTH (ages 1–10) are built for younger children too. Skip Forest Adventure (minimum height 1.1m, ages 5+), ClimbUp's structured classes (ages 4+) and Singapore Wake Park (ages 6+) until kids meet the requirements.
How much does a day out in this part of the East cost?
Much of it is free — Pasir Ris Park, Coastal PlayGrove and Festive Mall Play Zone cost nothing. At the paid end, Wild Wild Wet starts from $23, Aqua Adventure from $30, Forest Adventure from $38, ClimbUp from $30, Singapore Wake Park from $55, and ToTT Junior Chef's cooking classes run $118–$158 per adult-child pair. Many families pair a free morning with one paid stop later in the day.
What should I pack for a day out in the East?
Swimwear and a full change of clothes for Wild Wild Wet, Aqua Adventure, Coastal PlayGrove or Singapore Wake Park — kids get properly soaked. Sunscreen and closed-toe shoes for the mangrove boardwalk and Forest Adventure's treetop course. If you're booking Forest Adventure or ClimbUp, check the height and age minimums before you go.
What's the best rainy-day option in the East?
Aqua Adventure at HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir is a fully indoor water park, so rain never cancels those plans. Tayo Station, Jolly Jungle and Festive Mall Play Zone (all in Tampines/Pasir Ris) and Kaboodle plus ClimbUp at Katong are all air-conditioned indoor options too.
What makes Katong worth the family trip?
Katong is Singapore's Peranakan heritage district, and i12 Katong on East Coast Road puts three very different family activities in one building — ClimbUp's climbing gym, Kaboodle's play space and ToTT's parent-child cooking classes — so you can pair active play with a sit-down class without moving between neighbourhoods.
Keep exploring
Activity details, opening hours and prices may change. Always check directly with the venue before visiting.
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