Changi Airport & Jewel Changi kid-friendly things to do
Whenever Singaporeans find themselves at Changi Airport, it’s not always to catch flights. No, locals head over in the troves simply to hang out there, and for the sparkly attraction that is Jewel Changi Airport and its numerous dining, shopping, and entertainment options.
But that’s not all – between seasonal pop-ups, a nearby cycling trail with dinosaurs, and Instagrammable corners, the airport ticks all the boxes for wholesome family-friendly outings. Here are all the kid-friendly things to do during your next novel visit to the airport.
Is Changi Airport only meant for people who are flying off?
No. Changi Airport is an attraction on its own and offers a wide variety of facilities that you can enjoy without needing to check-in. Think food, shopping, Insta-worthy places, and even study spots.
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- Changi Airport & Jewel Changi kid-friendly things to do
- Is Changi Airport only meant for people who are flying off?
- – Terminal 1 –
- 1. Arrival Garden
- 2. Play area next to Viewing Mall
- – Terminal 2 –
- 3. Chaos Lab at T2
- 4. Changi Jurassic Mile near T2
- – Terminal 3 –
- 5. Free play space & ST3PS at T3
- 6. The Slide @ T3
- 7. Climb at T3
- 8. Seasonal pop-up events at T3
- – Jewel –
- 9. Jolly Fields by Zoomoov
- 10. Pokémon Center Singapore at Jewel
- 11. Baggage Storage by Smarte Carte
- 12. Canopy Park
- 13. Beauty in the Pot
- 14. Jewel-rassic Quest
- Bonus: Tend to your baby’s needs in fully equipped nursing rooms
– Terminal 1 –
1. Arrival Garden
Indoor garden
Image credit: Changi Airport
If your kiddos love nature but cannot stand the unforgiving Singapore sun, this 460sqm garden is a must-visit. It boasts 12m to 15m-tall palm trees, lush greenery, and specially curated plants that mimic dragonfly habitats.
Located on Level 1 of Terminal 1, Arrival Garden lets your little ones observe nature up close as they walk along the timber decking. The best part is that this garden is open 24/7, is completely free, and open to everyone.
Fun for kids: 3/5
Fun for adults: 2/5
2. Play area next to Viewing Mall
Plane watching & a playground
Right next to the T1 Viewing Mall, the play area is the perfect spot for keeping your children entertained while you watch planes take off. Let your kiddos have fun at the jungle-themed playground, and if they’re tired of sliding down for the 100th time, there’s a lineup of coin-operated rides – from being a train conductor to zooming around as a race car driver, or just spinning on a mini merry-go-round.
Image credit: Changi Airport
This play area is close to many restaurants in T1, so it’s easy to head over for a quick bite.
Fun for kids: 4/5
Fun for adults: 2/5
– Terminal 2 –
3. Chaos Lab at T2
Lab-themed playground for budding scientists
Image credit: Mattias Tan
Chaos Lab takes “learning through play” to the next level with its playground that features 11 interactive stations. You and your little ones can create their own slime while learning about chemical reactions, and even learn about geographic terrains at the AR Sand Pit.
Tickets start from $9 but children who are 2 years old and below can enter for free. Do take note that kiddos under 12 years old will need to be accompanied by an adult. The entire experience will take approximately an hour.
Fun for kids: 4/5
Fun for adults: 3/5
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4. Changi Jurassic Mile near T2
24/7 cycling trail
Image credit: Changi Airport Group
If there’s a blast-from-the-past trend that’s back with a big bang, it’s got to be dinosaurs. While these ancient creatures are the centre of every other pop-up event, the ones here to stay are the friendly Barneys of the Changi Jurassic Mile.
The park connector is open 24/7, and the displays are lit up after dark for an entirely different experience.
Image credit: Changi Airport Group
Kiddos and dino fans will have a field day strolling along the 1km stretch and spotting over 20 life-size dinos. A towering brontosaurus? Check. Cheeky velociraptors frolicking in the grass? Check. A ferocious T-Rex ripping out a fence? Check.
Hub & Spoke cafe.
Image credit: Changi Airport Group
The most straightforward way to get there is from Hub & Spoke cafe at Changi Airport Terminal 2. You can fuel up on brunch grub here, and even use the shower facilities ($5) here if you need to wash up. One-time use towels are sold for $4.50 as well if you need one.
Image credit: Changi Airport Group
Either walk towards the Changi Jurassic Mile following the signage or check out bicycle rentals from the GoCycling (from $10/hour) outlet at the cafe. They have a range of family-friendly options, from child-size bikes to adult bikes with child seats.
Pro tip: If your kid can tahan long-distance cycling routes, you can even cycle 9.7km to the GoCycling G1 outlet at East Coast Park and return your bikes there.
Fun for kids: 4/5
Fun for adults: 4/5
– Terminal 3 –
5. Free play space & ST3PS at T3
Indoor playing area & movie screenings
Unless you’ve spent some time hanging around the airport, you might not have realised there are several free family-friendly things to do at Basement 2 of Terminal 3. The best part is, you don’t even need to have a boarding pass to enjoy them.
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For one, children can unleash their energy at the public indoor play zone located beside the Sift & Pick store. It’s got toddler-friendly mounds that kids can run over, plus a tunnel where they can play a little hide and seek.
Once the kiddos start to run out of steam, round up the fam to wind down at ST3PS, the public cinema tucked beside the escalators. Grab some snacks from the nearby FairPrice, plonk yourself on a step, and catch a free movie screening here. Titles are all wholesome ones too, including Incredibles 2 and Wreck It Ralph, to name a few.
Fun for kids: 4/5
Fun for adults: 3/5
Indoor play zone: 24 hours, Daily
ST3PS Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
6. The Slide @ T3
World’s tallest slide in an airport
For adventurous ones, head up to Level 1 to conquer The Slide @ T3. The iconic 4-storey-high slide lets both kids and adults zoom down to Basement 3.
There are 2 slides – including a shorter 1-storey kid-friendly one from Basement 2.
No fee is needed here – all you have to do is sign up for a free Changi Rewards membership. Simply present your Changi Rewards e-card to the redemption booth at B2 to redeem 10 slide rides. Every member has a maximum of 10 redemptions per day, so remember to tell your little one that they won’t be able to slide down for the 11th time.
P.S. Exploring Basement 2 may be well worth your time – there’s even an arcade and some retail shops here.
Arcade at Basement 2.
Fun for kids: 5/5
Fun for adults: 3/5
Opening hours: 12pm-10.30pm, Daily
7. Climb at T3
Suitable for children aged 4 & above
Image credit: Climb at T3 via Facebook
Who says rock climbing and bouldering need to be left to the pros? Children can scale walls too, at Climb at T3, Terminal 3’s latest kid-friendly addition that’s run by The Rock School. Not only do they have an 8m-high rock climbing wall, but they also have a 12m-long boulder wall – all suitable for anyone aged 4 and above.
Teens and parents can take to the high wall.
Image credit: Changi Airport via Facebook
Equipment such as harnesses and climbing shoes is provided in your session, so all you have to do is bring along a pair of socks. Unguided sessions are priced at $19 while guided sessions cost a tad bit more at $35. Non-climbing supervising adults will be happy to know that a fee of $10 is all they need to pay if they just wanna stay around to keep an eye out for their little ones.
Fun for kids: 4/5
Fun for adults: 4/5
Opening hours: 11 am-8pm, Sun-Thu | 11am-9.30pm, Fri & Sat
8. Seasonal pop-up events at T3
Miffy-themed pop-up
When you’re at Terminal 3, you don’t have to look far for kid-friendly things to do. The airport frequently hosts pop-ups throughout the year, all of which are family-themed ones. Previous editions include a Chupa Chups pop-up and a dinosaur carnival.
Currently, T3 is having a Miffy pop-up until 12th May 2025. And when we say Miffy-themed, we mean it. You’ll find all things Miffy there, including merch, decorations, statues and even a whole inflatable playground just for the beloved Dutch bunny.
Pose and take pictures with Miffy and her friends, or shop for Miffy-themed apparel. If you want to shop in peace, let your kiddos run wild at the inflatable playground for $5/child. They’ll be entertained for at least an hour – sliding, playing at the ball pit and hanging out with giant Miffys.
Fun for kids: 5/5
Fun for adults: 3/5
– Jewel –
9. Jolly Fields by Zoomoov
Farm-themed dig & play activities
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While many head straight to the Canopy Park on Jewel’s highest level, don’t miss out on the farm-themed indoor playground on Level 4. At Jolly Fields, your child can roleplay as a farmer and have fun digging for cassia seeds scattered across the floor.
Equipped with plenty of tools and pretend-play items, this is a playground that is sure to be a fan favourite for years to come.
Image credit: @princessamantha via Instagram
They may even be drawn to the colourful animal animatronics they can ride around the level – but if they’re under 1m tall, make sure to tag along. The good thing about Zoomoov is that they offer package deals – perfect for parents who know that their little ones will be begging to come again. The best value package has to be the Joy Pass – just $68 for 8 hours of playtime.
Fun for kids: 5/5
Fun for adults: 2/5
10. Pokémon Center Singapore at Jewel
Asia’s first Pokémon Center outside Japan
Image credit: Pokémon Center Singapore via Google Maps
Fans of Pokémon will be happy to know that they can get their hands on the very same merchandise that’s sold in Japan right here at Pokémon Center Singapore. Walk in and feel as if you’ve been transported into the game itself, as the store is designed to be a replica of the Pokémon Center you see in the gaming world.
Look forward to original merchandise ranging from Pokémon Trading Card Games, stationery, plushies, and collectable merch like lunchboxes and mugs.
Fun for kids: 4/5
Fun for adults: 4/5
11. Baggage Storage by Smarte Carte
Rent “car” strollers to keep your little one entertained
Every parent knows that going out with kids is a feat in itself – whether it’s keeping them from groaning, “are we done yettttt?” or lugging around a staycay’s worth of diapers and formula. Needless to say, some form of on-the-go fun can save the day when you’re clocking in quality time as a fam.
As you take your time to makan or browse the many stores of Jewel, keep your kiddo entertained in a Kruzzer – a “stroller” in the form of a buggy. These bad boys can be rented from Baggage Storage by Smarte Carte at Level 1. You can rent these for just $5/hour or $8/2 hours, so your mini-you doesn’t need to tire their legs out.
Kiddos can “drive” around the mall in their Kruzzers.
They’ve also got wagons and tandem strollers (from ~$10/hour) that you can use to haul up to 2 kids around. Take note: there’s a $50 refundable cash deposit required to rent the Kruzzers, wagons, and strollers.
Fun fact: Strollers can also be borrowed for free near the information desk between Terminal 1 and Jewel Changi Airport at Level 1.
Fun for kids: 4/5
Fun for adults: 2/5
Baggage Storage
Location: #01-302
Kruzer rental hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
Contact: 6214 0628
12. Canopy Park
Misty lawn for children to explore
It’s no secret that a good number of attractions at Jewel Changi are paid ones. But don’t let that deter you from forking out on some that’ll truly make your kid’s day. After all, spending just $6-$8/pax for the most basic Canopy Park ticket can keep the young ones entertained for a good hour or more.
Let me elaborate: Not only are there gorgeous manicured flowerbeds to admire, but there are also whimsical animal sculptures to spot in between the green displays. Then there’s the Foggy Bowls – basically a grassy lawn with dips and mounds, plus lots of mist – basically a haven for kids to give you the perfect visual of what “frolicking” really means.
Head over on a weekend and you’ll see kids running through and rolling all over the Foggy Bowls.
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It doesn’t even end there. Older kids can whizz down the psychedelic Discovery Slides included in the Canopy Park admission. Extra cool points are awarded here since it looks more like an art sculpture than a slide.
There are also other family-friendly attractions, such as the Sky Nets and Mirror Maze, that are accessible from Canopy Park. If you need help deciding what to splurge on, check out the various attractions at Jewel Changi Airport.
Fun for kids: 5/5
Fun for adults: 5/5
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13. Beauty in the Pot
Has a playground to keep children entertained
Let’s just put it out there that hotpot meals are slow meals. Nobody likes to rush through the novelty of simmering your food in yummy collagen broth, with hotpot being the setting for a fun communal meal. Unfortunately, kids may not always resonate with that.
There’s even a privacy door so kids needn’t hold back on the noise levels.
That’s why having a playground just at arm’s reach is a godsend. Cue Beauty in the Pot and its indoor playground. It’s got everything to keep the kiddos busy while you order that second serving of meat and veggies, including a slide and a padded jungle gym.
Fun fact: All Beauty in the Pot outlets in Singapore have playgrounds.
Fun for kids: 4/5
Fun for adults: 4/5
14. Jewel-rassic Quest
Augmented reality experience
Image credit: Changi Airport
Step into a different world – one where dinosaurs roam Jewel Changi with the Jewel-rassic Quest. Set off on a mission hunting for the AstroJewel through an AR experience, a journey where you’ll get to meet the dinosaurs living in Jewel… and maybe even catch them fighting in the Shiseido Forest.
Image credit: Changi Airport
When you’ve found the AstroJewel, feel free to complete side quests like hunting for dino eggs, finding dinos to take pictures with, and even taking part in a mini-game where you can feed them. Tickets are priced from $16.20 and the experience lasts for 90 minutes. Each ticket admits 1 child aged 3 to 12 years old and 1 adult.
Fun for kids: 5/5
Fun for adults: 4/5
Bonus: Tend to your baby’s needs in fully equipped nursing rooms
When planning a day out, it’s an unspoken rule for parents to shortlist places with baby-friendly facilities, especially if you’re hauling around a young’un who’s reliant on the boob or the bottle. That said, extra props if the baby-friendly facilities are clean and comfy.
Hot water is available for your baby’s formula.
Well, the family rooms at Jewel Changi Airport certainly won’t disappoint. Not only do they come with padded changing tables and hot and cold water dispensers, but they also have private nursing rooms included. These even come with plug points in case your phone needs refuelling too.
It helps too, that the chic family rooms here can rival a hotel lounge with their warm and dark woody tones and sleek furnishings. Sudden poop-splotions and hangry screaming infants ain’t got nothing on these quiet oases for parents.
Kid-friendly things to do at Changi Airport & Jewel Changi
The whole of Singapore knows that Changi Airport isn’t your regular airport. With Jewel Changi Airport thrown into the mix, the airport clearly isn’t just a place for jetting off to another country.
Needless to say, with a ton of kid-friendly facilities, activities, stores, and grub, these fun things to do with children at Changi Airport will hold you over for a weekend activity, or simply if you’ve got hours to kill till your next flight.
How much time should I spend at Changi Airport?
The answer is dependent on what you intend to do. If you’re planning on simply exploring the place, around 3 hours would suffice. If you’d be joining various activities, you might need to set aside more time.
Check out more things to do with kids:
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- Child-friendly staycation hotels in S’pore
- Lego stores in Singapore
- Singapore’s best indoor playgrounds
- SuperPark Singapore
Photography by Alvin Wong.
Article originally published on 28th June 2022. Last updated on 26th March 2025 by Khalisah Zulkarnain.