Singapore Zoo: Tram Ride & 4,200 Animals with Optional Breakfast

Singapore Zoo's Open-Concept Habitats Let You Walk Among 4,200 Animals

You walk through open-concept habitats with over 4,200 animals, catch scheduled animal shows, and ride the complimentary tram when your legs need a break. KidzWorld has water play and pony rides for younger kids. Optional breakfast at 9am or an evening add-on like Night Safari extends the day. Book ahead for faster entry and to confirm any optional activity you want.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Singapore Zoo and KidzWorld

• Enter Singapore Zoo
• Walk through animal habitats
• Watch animal presentations
• Visit KidzWorld play area
• Enjoy complimentary tram ride

The experience

So you're standing there watching an orangutan swing maybe ten feet overhead, and your kid is losing their mind because the white tigers are right there behind glass that barely feels like it's there at all. That's the Singapore Zoo in a nutshell. The whole place is built around open-concept habitats instead of cages, which means the animals move through actual rainforest, and you move through it with them. It's not a small zoo either. There are over 4,200 animals across beautifully designed spaces, and the tram ride is included, so you're not spending the whole day on your feet if you don't want to.

The scheduled shows are the thing that anchors the day. Splash Safari with the sea lions happens at set times, and Rainforest Fights Back is the other one. Both are designed to happen in natural habitat, not in some amphitheater, which changes how you watch them. KidzWorld is separate if you've got younger kids. There's a water play area and pony rides, which on a hot Singapore day is the kind of thing that keeps everyone from melting. You can grab a stroller or wagon if you need one, though those aren't included in the ticket price. Wheelchairs are free, and the whole place is accessible: paths are flat, surfaces are solid.

If you add breakfast, it's at Ah Meng Restaurant and runs for 90 minutes starting at 9am, so you'd want to time your entry around that. Kids under six eat free if you're doing breakfast, but it's one child per adult. The other optional add-ons (Night Safari, River Wonders, Bird Paradise, Rainforest Wild Adventure, or Exploria) each have their own hours and pricing, so you'd pick one if you wanted to extend the day. Night Safari opens at 6:30pm if that's your thing. Entry is last at 5pm, so you've got a solid window to explore, and the zoo itself stays open until 6.

Water refill stations and free wifi are built in, so you're not hunting for those. Bring a hat and sunscreen. It's rainforest, which means humid and green, not shaded everywhere. If you're bringing a service animal, they're allowed. Book your tickets in advance. It's faster entry and you get more actual time walking through instead of waiting at the gate.

What’s included

• Entry to Singapore Zoo.
• complimentary tram ride around the zoo.
• access to scheduled animal shows including Splash Safari and Rainforest Fights Back.
• KidzWorld with water play area and pony rides.
• free water refill stations.
• free wifi.
• complimentary wheelchair access.
• Mandai Gallery admission. Optional add-ons available separately: breakfast at Ah Meng Restaurant (children under 6 eat free, one per adult), Night Safari evening entry, River Wonders, Bird Paradise, Rainforest Wild Adventure, or Exploria.

Options for this experience

4 options

Option 1No fixed time

Option 2No fixed time

Option 3No fixed time

Option 4No fixed time

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Sun Leisure World Corporation

Is this one for you?Best for families wanting a full day with kids in one place without arranging transport or multiple bookings: the included tram ride and KidzWorld mean younger children stay engaged, and the open habitats let you move at your own pace through the day.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What animals are at Singapore Zoo?

Over 4,200 animals across multiple habitats, including orangutans, white tigers, meerkats, sea lions, and many others in open-concept rainforest settings.

Is the tram ride included?

Yes, the complimentary tram ride is included with your entry ticket.

What time does Singapore Zoo open and close?

Open 8:30am to 6:00pm daily. Last entry is 5:00pm.

Is breakfast available, and what does it cost?

Breakfast in the Wild is optional and held at Ah Meng Restaurant from 9:00am for 1.5 hours. Children under 6 eat free (one child per accompanying adult). Pricing varies. Check before booking.

Can I add Night Safari or other attractions to my ticket?

Yes. You can add one optional attraction: Night Safari (6:30pm–12am), River Wonders, Bird Paradise, Rainforest Wild Adventure, or Exploria. Each has separate hours and pricing.

Are wheelchairs available?

Complimentary wheelchairs are available. The zoo is fully wheelchair accessible, with flat paths and accessible surfaces throughout.

Can I rent a stroller or wagon?

Yes, stroller and wagon rentals are available but not included in the ticket price. Locker service is also available for a fee.

What's included in the ticket?

Entry to Singapore Zoo, complimentary tram ride, water refill stations, free wifi, and access to scheduled animal shows. Wheelchair use is free.

Can I bring a service animal?

Yes, service animals are allowed throughout the zoo.