Cat cafes in Singapore
Cat cafes have been growing in popularity and it’s really not that hard to understand why. Whether you’re a cat or dog person, seeing these furry creatures lazing around and being amused by something as simple as a string can bring joy to your day.
If you’re looking for some animal therapy, head to these cat cafes in Singapore – including one that lets you art jam with the kitties.
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What is the purpose of a cat cafe?
Cat cafes are chill areas for visitors to experience meeting and playing with cats. The cafes usually include an entrance fee that goes towards the well-being of the cats, including their food, grooming, and veterinary care.
They’re great for those who may be thinking about buying or adopting a cat and want to know more about a feline’s temperament first. Or for those who may not have the means to look after a cat full-time but want to play with one. Cat cafes that allow children also provide little ones with the opportunity to learn how to be kind and gentle with cats.
How much does it cost to visit a cat cafe?
Prices start from $9/hour and most include a complimentary drink with the entrance fee. We’ve compiled the prices of cat cafes in Singapore in this table.
| Cat Cafe | Good For | Price |
| Gem Cat Cafe | Cuddling with British shorthair cats | $15/hour
$25/2 hours |
| SGCatHouse | Playing with 9 exotic breeds | $9/hour,
$15/2 hours $28/day pass |
| Wildflower Studio | Art jamming with cats | Semi Guided Art Jam with Cats: $48 for 2.5 hours
Chill out with Cats: $20/hour |
| Meomi Cat Cafe | Part of proceeds goes to a cat non-profit | 1 hour + drink: $14/pax 1 hour + drink & cake: $20/pax |
| Catopia | Non-crowded with daily cap on visitors | $13/pax |
| The Cat Cafe | 2 outlets in Bugis & The Rail Mall | First 2 hours: $18/pax with a complimentary canned drink
Subsequent 30 mins: $4.50/pax Whole day pass: $40/pax with any drink of your choice |
| Cat Paradise Cafe | Also a cageless cat adoption centre | First hour: $18/pax
Subsequent hour: $12/pax |
| Meownistry Of Meow | Lounge & work with cats | $10/hour
$18/2 hours $30/day pass |
| The Cat Museum & Academy | Designed like a home | $20/hour |
| NekoTown | Cheapest cat cafe with unlimited drinks | $9/hour |
1. Gem Cat Cafe
Cuddle with British shorthair cats
Image credit: @gem_stone_village via Instagram
While non-cat people will have you believe cats are stand-offish, the ones at Gem Cat Cafe will change your mind. All the cats here are British shorthairs, which are known for their easy going personalities. They’re playful and curious things, and easily get comfortable with strangers.
Plus, if one of them comes over to sit with you, feel free to pick them up for a cuddle. Gem Cat Cafe allows visitors to hold their cats, as long as they follow proper holding techniques that their staff will demonstrate.
Price: $15/hour, $25/2 hours
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2. SGCatHouse
9 exotic breeds available
Maine coon kitty.
Image credit: @jo_lifedairy via Instagram
If your only cat interactions have been with community strays, then SGCatHouse in Paya Lebar is where you should head to if you want to experience playing with 9 different cat breeds. This cat cafe has American and British shorthairs, Russian blues, ragdolls, and maine coons – all with different personalities for you to discover.
Chonky British shorthairs.
Image adapted from: SGCatHouse
With so many cats under one roof, you’re bound to find one that’ll be willing to entertain your tease of a feather toy. But if you’re finding it difficult to hold their attention, you can get cat treats for $1. Trust us – it’s a small price to pay to become the most popular human in the cafe.
Price: $9/hour, $15/2 hours, and $28/day pass
3. Wildflower Studio
Art jamming with cats
Image credit: Wildflower Studio
Art jamming is known to be therapeutic, even more so if you’re painting with a few cats around. If that piques your interest, join the Semi Guided Art Jam with Cats session at Wildflower Studio or choose their Chill out with Cats session if you’re looking for something more laid back.
The cats here are also up for adoption.
Image credit: @wildflowerstudio.sg via Instagram
Apart from having art facilitators around to guide you along your little Picasso journey during the Semi Guided Art Jam with Cats session, you can also look forward to feeding your new little buddies and snapping pics with them. You don’t have to bring your own paint, brushes, and canvas either – the Chill out with Cats session comes with free materials.
Semi Guided Art Jam with Cats
Price: $48 for 2.5 hours
Chill out with Cats
Price: $20/hour
4. Meomi Cat Cafe
Part of proceeds goes to a cat non-profit
Image adapted from: @clarissep via Instagram
Check out Meomi Cat Cafe to see some cats jumping from corner to corner on wooden ledges that double as cats’ playgrounds and snoozing spots. Apart from spending some time with the cats, you can grab some cat-themed merchandise to bring home. Part of the proceeds will go to the Cat Welfare Society.
Image credit: @meomicatcafe via Instagram
Food and beverages are also available while you play with the resident felines. Look forward to coffee options such as cappuccinos ($3.50) and lattes ($3.50) or teas like sweet ginger peach ($3.00) and honeybush caramel ($3.00). If you’re hungry, there are snacks such as Teriyaki Chicken Wrap ($5.50) – otherwise, satisfy your sweet tooth with desserts like the Oreo Cheesecake ($6.50) or Belgium Waffle ($4).
Price:
1 hour + drink: $14/pax
1 hour + drink & cake: $20/pax
5. Catopia
Non-crowded with daily cap on visitors
Image credit: K fC via Google Maps
With a daily cap on the number of visitors allowed per hour, rest assured that the welfare of the cats at Catopia is well taken care of. The fixed number of reservations ensures that they won’t get overwhelmed by too many visitors – a perk that also allows you to enjoy some quality time with these felines.
Image credit: Chengyin boi via Google Maps
Price: $13/pax
6. The Cat Cafe
2 outlets in Bugis & The Rail Mall
The cats here are adopted or re-homed strays.
Image credit: Sulin lin via Google Maps
The Cat Cafe has 2 outlets for you to choose from. If you’re looking for a more laid back session, we’d recommend their outlet at Bugis where the cats are older, between the ages of 8- 15 years old and are generally more calm. For more fun and excitement, The Rail Mall outlet has active cats between the ages of 3 and 6.
Image credit: @sillysillyoreo via Instagram
The Rail Mall outlet is wheelchair accessible too, so you can bring your ah ma and ah gong along for an adorable day out.
In between playing with the cats, you can grab a bite or sip on some freshly brewed coffee. You can’t go wrong with a chicken mushroom pie ($6) or chicken wrap ($8) – there are even desserts such as affogato ($8) and brownie with ice cream ($8).
Price:
First 2 hours: $18/pax with a complimentary canned drink
Subsequent 30 mins: $4.50/pax
Whole day pass: $40/pax with any drink of your choice – including beverages
7. Cat Paradise Cafe
Also a cageless cat adoption centre
Image credit: @catparadisesg via Instagram
If you’ve looked into cat adoption centers before, you would be familiar with Cat Paradise which runs Cat Paradise Cafe as well. All the cats from here come from Project Luni and they hope to offer a platform for potential cat parents to bond with the cats and bring one home.
Image credit: @catparadisesg via Instagram
You’ll realise that there aren’t any cages around as the cats here are allowed to roam the cafe freely.
Price:
First hour: $18/pax
Subsequent hour: $12/pax
8. Meownistry Of Meow
Lounge & work with cats
Image credit: Meownistry Of Meow
If you’re bored of working from home or just need somewhere to destress, you might want to consider Meownistry Of Meow. We’re not kidding when we say you can get some work done with a cat on your lap or by your side.
All the cats here – except for a few who belong to the owner – are adoptable.
Image credit: Meownistry Of Meow
Look forward to comfortable workspaces with high-speed internet and free flow refreshments. Private rooms are available for those who are coming in groups or looking to play some console games or watch a movie. 30-day passes are available at $250 for non-students, and $195 for students.
Price: $10/hour, $18/2 hours, $30/day pass
10. The Cat Museum & Academy
Designed like a home
Image credit: Chan Yew Yen via Google Maps
The Cat Museum & Academy is a 3-storey shophouse along North Bridge Road. Its interior is designed to resemble a home setting so that it’s easier to imagine what it’d be like to have a little furball around the house. Each visit costs $20/hour and all proceeds help contribute to the cat’s living expenses such as their food and vet bills.
Image credit: @grumpymrdarcy via Instagram
Visitors can also pick up artworks of cats as well as some furniture such as cat beds, scratching poles, and toys for their nekos at home.
Price: $20/hour
11. NekoTown
Cheapest cat cafe from $9/hour with unlimited drinks
At $9/hour, NekoTown is one of the most affordable cat cafes around, if you want to spend some time playing with felines. Cat toys are available for you to bond with them, and each visitor is allowed to purchase 1 packet of wet cat treats ($1) for the resident kitties. For the humans, free flow drinks are available.
Visitors are recommended to make a reservation before heading down.
Price: $9/hour
What can I do at a cat cafe in Singapore?
There are many ways to destress and spending time with animals is definitely one of them. Whenever you’re visiting a cat cafe, avoid grabbing, picking up, or carrying the cats if you aren’t sure how to do so in order to avoid hurting them. Also, refrain from feeding them outside food or making loud sounds as cats are sensitive to loud noises.
Remember to be gentle and not to disturb the cats if they’re sleeping. If unsure, always check with the staff who’ll be around.
Visit these cat cafes in Singapore
With these cat cafes in Singapore, you’ve got plenty of outlets to destress and wind down with some furry felines. Most of them offer refreshments to fuel your cat-playing session, and some even allow you to adopt their residents. Either way, we’re not complaining that there’s always a way to spend some time with some friendly kitties.
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Cover image adapted from: @meomicatcafe, @gem_stone_village, @catopiacafe_sg via Instagram
Originally published on 1st July 2023. Last updated by Raewyn Koh on 23rd February 2024.