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There’s more to Singapore than Sentosa when it comes to water activities. Continuing in our series with the aim to feature things to do in Singapore you may not have been exposed to, here is a new list allowing you to explore some awesome waterfronts and water-based activities any day of the week.
Johor Straits Lighthouse
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Spend some time in peace and tranquillity at Johor Straits Lighthouse at the end of Raffles Marina. It is a stunning place and looks picturesque in the evening while the sun is ready to set, leaving golden hues all around.
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a. 10 Tuas West Dr, Singapore 638404
e. events@rafflesmarina.com.sg
s. www.facebook.com/rafflesmarina/
Jurong East Swimming Complex
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Splash into a lazy river at the Jurong East Swimming Complex, a place which is normalizing the concept of floating away your worries. You can also enjoy your time in their wave pool, crazy slides or continue your lazing around in a jacuzzi.
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a. 21 Jurong East Street 31, Singapore 609517
w. www.myactivesg.com/facilities/jurong-east-swimming-complex
s. www.facebook.com/getactivetv/
Lazarus Island
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Couples looking for a romantic beach trip should definitely come down to Lazarus Island. The tiny beach out here may not be a tourist attraction or have plentiful food kiosks but offers scenic beauty away from the crowd.
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a. 31 Marina Coastal Dr, Singapore 018988
East Coast Park
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Packing loads of fun for the entire family, East Coast Park is the perfect location for picnics and activities. You can have a barbecue on the beach, enjoy cycling in the dedicated Cyclist Park, tent up and enjoy camping, fishing, photography and water sports.
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a. East Coast Park Service Rd 449876
w. www.nparks.gov.sg/gardens-parks-and-
Woodlands Waterfront Park
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We love watching the sunsets out on the jetty in Woodlands Waterfront Park. You can get your partner here after your date and spend the evening together or simply come by yourself to read, recollect your thoughts and take long walks while listening to the crashing waves.
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a. Admiralty Rd W, Singapore 759956
w. www.nparks.gov.sg/gardens-parks-and-
Sentosa
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Give yourself a much-needed retreat in Sentosa. Come here for a weekend staycation or simply spend a whole day soaking in the sun. Apart from hanging out at the beach you can head to a waterpark, the butterfly park, dolphin island, Fort Siloso and the skywalk.
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e. guest_services@sentosa.com.sg
s. www.facebook.com/sentosaofficial
Lower Seletar Reservoir Park
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Go kayaking and enjoy the water, spend your time fishing, get exhilarated by taking up some water sports or simply enjoy the serenity at the Lower Seletar Reservoir Park. You can come here to jog or even take some gorgeous photographs at the reservoir.
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e. nparks_public_affairs@nparks.gov.sg
w. www.go.gov.sg/lowerseletarrp
s. www.facebook.com/nparksbuzz/
Changi Boardwalk
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Discover some amazing vegetation like Sea Lettuce and Sea Hibiscus as well as plants and trees like Maiden’s Jealousy, Sea Almond, Singapore Daisy along a 2.2-kilometre stretch of the Changi Boardwalk. Enjoy looking at inquisitive critters like Changeable Lizard, Common Sandpiper and Black-naped Tern.
INFORMATION
a. 7A Gosport Rd, Singapore 509710
w. www.nparks.gov.sg/~/media/nparks-rea
Singapore Maritime Gallery
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Enrich your knowledge about the Singaporean maritime history with a guided tour of the Singapore Maritime Gallery. You can enjoy their interactive ship spotter, ship handling simulator and of course enjoy the calming blues of the straight.
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a. 31 Marina Coastal Dr, Level 2, Singapore 018988
Sembawang Hot Spring Park
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Another fun way to enjoy water is by dipping your feet in a hot spring at the Sembawang Hot Spring Park. We do recommend taking a stroll in the park exploring the Floral Walk and enjoying the fruit trees before soaking your feet in the spring.
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