Friday, 11 December 2009

Nightlife in Singapore (Part II)

Who says that Nightlife in Singapore is only about going to Night Spots? Singapore has plenty of activities available for crazy nocturnal people like you!

Night Attractions

1. Singapore Night Safari

Winner of the Tourism Awards 2004, 2003, 2000, 1999, 1997 and 1996 - Leisure Attraction of the Year.

Since it’s opening in 1994, this first night zoo has received utmost support and applause from people. As dusk approaches, the drama of the nocturnal world unfolds. Night Safari bring visitors on an bewitching journey to discover the mystery and romance in this intimate encounter with nature. Under delicate lighting, around 1000 animals of nearly 120 species can be admired in vast habitats as they go about their nightly routine.



Location:
80 Mandai Lake Road
Singapore, 729826
6269 3411

Opening Hours:
6pm to midnight (daily)
Last ticket sale: 11pm

Admission:
SGD 22 adults, SGD 11 children (3 - 12 years)
Tram Rides: SGD 10 adults, SGD 5 Children

2. G-Max Reverse Bungy and GX 5 Extreme Swing

Get your one-time experience here at Singapore’s first ever bungy! In the safety of the latest G-Max technology, experience an adventurous thrill of astronauts in a rocket launch. For the Extreme Swing, it is a fantastic experience and a whole new perspective on Clarke Quay! Feel the sensation of a short free fall and then a rush of adrenalin as you “fly” over the Singapore River!



Both attractions are located next to each other. Hence, you can enjoy the sensation of one ride and then, reward yourself to retail therapy and satisfy your taste buds before coming back for another ride!

Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 1pm until 1am
Friday: 1pm until 2am.
Saturday: 12pm until 2am.
Sunday: 12pm until 1am.

Admission:
$40 per person

Approximate Thrilling Time:
5 mins

Location:
Clarke Quay, 3E River Valley Road

Getting there:
Take the MRT and alight at Clarke Quay station, exit by the Eu Tong Sen Street and turn left to cross the Coleman Bridge.

Night Dining

A common favourite pastime among Singaporeans is definitely eating. On this thronged island of us, there is no limit to this habit. You can find delicious food whenever, day or night! Tuck in at one of the many 24-hour eating places, serving a gastronomical buffet of local and continental favourites! Many of the restaurants in Singapore open way past midnight too!

1. Lau Pa Sat Festival Market
18 Raffles Quay

How to Get There
By MRT : Raffles Place (EW14/NS26)
By Bus : 10, 70, 75, 82, 97, 100, 107, 130, 131, 131A, 162, 167, 186, 196, 507, 605, 608, 700, 970

2. Newton Food Centre
Along Clemenceau Ave North

How to Get There
By MRT : Newton (NS21)
By Bus : 54, 66, 67, 124, 143, 162, 162X, 167, 170, 171, 518, 700, 700A, 960

3. Geylang Serai Market
Beside Blk 1,3,4,5 Jalan Pasar Bahru

How to Get There
By MRT : Paya Lebar (EW8)
By Bus : 2, 7, 13, 21, 24, 26, 28, 30, 40, 51, 60, 60X, 61, 63, 67, 70, 70X, 76, 93, 94, 135, 154, 155, 197, 853C

4. Glutton’s Bay
#01-15 Esplanade Mall, Open 6pm to 3am daily.

How to Get There
MRT : City Hall (EW13/NS25)
Bus : 36, 56, 75, 77, 97, 106, 111, 133, 162, 171, 174M, 195, 700A, 857, 960, 961, NR1, NR2, NR6, NR7, NR8

5. East Coast Lagoon Food Village
1220 East Coast Parkway

How to Get There
MRT : Bedok (EW5)
Bus : 36, 401

Movies at night

Cinema goers in Singapore are notorious night birds. Cineplexes are scattered around the island and offer cinema buffs a wide selection of movies up to early hours in the morning.

1. Cathay Cineplex Orchard
8 Grange Road
Tel: (65) 6235 1155



2. Eng Wah (Suntec)
Level 3, Suntec City Mall, 3 Temasek Boulevard
Tel: (65) 6836 9074



3. Golden Village

- Golden Village Grand
Level 3, Great World City, 1 Kim Seng Promenade
Tel: 1900 912 1234

- Golden Village Marina
Level 3, Marina Leisureplex, 5A Raffles Avenue
Tel: 1900 912 1234

- Golden Village Plaza
Level 7, Plaza Singapura, 68 Orchard Road
Tel: 1900 912 1234



Sources: visitsingapore.com

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