Milk every moment out of your next vacay at Resorts World Sentosa. Located on Singapore’s bustling island of Sentosa, the one-stop destination conveniently provides everything to see, do, eat and stay within its 49-hectare destination.
From a thrilling theme park and a captivating entertainment calendar to award-winning dining and a choice of six luxury hotels, RWS has something for every traveller. Whatever your vibe, you’re within arm’s reach of Michelin-starred dining, world-class entertainment, and even the opportunity to sleep in an underwater suite.
To help you start planning your getaway, we’ve rounded up just a taste of what Resorts World Sentosa has to offer. Start packing!
Things To See & Do
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
This 360-degree digital art experience invites you to step into more than 300 of Vincent Van Gogh’s sketches, drawings, and paintings by using floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall large-scale digital projections. Become immersed in the colours, movement and beauty of Van Gosh’s work while expanding your knowledge and understanding of the complex artists.
Alongside the extensive artwork is a showcase of the traditional Japanese art style of woodblock stamps and prints plus an authentic matcha tea ceremony where guests can enjoy a taste of fresh matcha—all a nod to Van Gosh’s interest in the Japonisme movement and the ancient art of Japanese woodblocking that rose to fame in France during the 1880s. A multisensory Virtual Reality (VR) experience also offers a look into Van Gogh’s world like no other. Be sure to catch Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience at The Forum, RWS before October 2023. Head over here for all the details.
S.E.A. Aquarium
S.E.A. Aquarium is one of the world’s largest aquariums and is home to a staggering 100,000 marine animals across more than 40 habitats. Come face-to-face with sharks, rays, octopuses, jellyfish, eels, and more fish than you can believe. Discover the microscopic wonders of the sea, plankton, at the aquarium’s Sea of Unseen Colours exhibition featuring illustrations by Singaporean artist AlmostAsthma. Learn, through colourful art, how these mini marvels play a giant role in supporting other marine inhabitants like mantas rays, sea jellies, corals and more. The exhibition runs until 21 May, 2023 so get in quick.
Twilight Dive
For lovers of below-the-surface experiences, S.E.A. Aquarium offers encounters that let you witness your favourite marine creatures where they live. The Twilight Dive sees you scuba diving up to depths of 12-metres as the day slowly turns to dusk. Take in the beauty of the evening glow as you marvel at the bustling underwater world. If you've only perfected snorkel-level swims, you'll have to enjoy the sunset from dryland, as you’ll need an advanced open water diver or equivalent certification to sign up.
Adventure Cove Waterpark
Cool off at Adventure Cove Waterpark where there's an energy level and water slide to suit every vibe. Take things easy while you float down Adventure River in the comfort of a relaxing tube. Alternatively, thrill seekers will love the Riptide Rocket. The hydro roller coaster climbs and twists before its adrenaline-pumping drops. Plus, visit before 26 May, 2023 to experience the park in a kaleidoscope of colours, float around in cheerful inflatables, dive into the Rainbow Reef and get up close with our friendly fish at the Splashes of Colour activation.
Shark Encounter
For thrill-seekers, take the ultimate plunge with Adventure Cove’s Shark Encounter. The experience sees you being circled by countless sharks as you observe them from the safety of a transparent enclosure. The immersive encounter puts just inches between you and the beautiful ocean predators.
Universal Studios Singapore
Resorts World Sentosa is home to Universal Studios Singapore with Insta-worthy themed zones that take you from Hollywood’s Walk of Fame to Jurassic Park. Spend the whole day immersed in the wonders of imagination, with captivating rides, interactive shows, and sets from your fave movies and shows to explore. Until 21 May, 2023, catch the Colour Pop! activation. Add a pop of colour to your visit as Universal Studios Singapore celebrates a spectrum of thrills. Find vibrant characters, special performances, and capture a bunch of colourful surprises on camera. Head over here for all the details.
Where To Stay
Ocean Suites
Channel your inner mermaid fantasies at RWS’ Ocean Suites. The upper level has an open living area leading to an outdoor patio and jacuzzi, while the lower level boasts an underwater bedroom. Yes, you read correctly. Your bedroom has epic views into an aquarium filled with majestic manta rays and more than 40,000 marine animals.
Equarius Villas
An idyllic tropical oasis with your personal butler? Yes, please. RWS' Equarius Villas have an around-the-clock butler service, meaning you’re just a call away from all of your holiday creature comforts. The villas also have access to sprawling azure pools surrounded by lush greenery. This is the perfect escape for anyone wanting to relax and recharge between culinary and experiential adventures.
Crockfords Tower
If your perfect holiday involves absolute luxury and indulgence, live it up large at Crockfords Tower. Every detail of the lavish suites is carefully considered with custom-designed furniture and opulent bathrooms. This is the ultimate experience in opulence.
TreeTop Lofts
Be one with nature at RWS’ TreeTop Lofts. The private hideaway is nestled 12-metres above ground in the canopy of native trees. Ease into the day as you enjoy breakfast on the loft’s terrace deck, listening to the birdsong from the surrounding rainforest. Better yet, the tranquil lofts are serviced by an on-call butler for the ultimate hideaway experience.
Places To Eat & Drink
table65
Experience Michelin dining at table65. The restaurant was proudly awarded one Michelin star in 2022’s Michelin Guide Singapore, to no surprise. A casual and relaxed setting accompanies elevated dishes the likes of ceviche of sea bass with tiger milk and kaffir lime, and fluffy egg “Soufflé”, with vin jaune with bacon and black truffle—a truly decadent experience. The open kitchen also allows for dinner and a show as the chefs work their culinary magic.
Ocean Restaurant
Continuing on the theme of underwater experiences, Ocean Restaurant allows you to dine—you guessed it—underwater. The restaurant is the first of its kind in Southeast Asia with bespoke windows allowing you to share your meal in the company of majestic manta rays and marine animals. The menu offers sustainably sourced seafood alongside modern European cuisine, with must-tries such as grilled hand-dived scallops with celeriac and bottarga, and lobster ravioli with Granny Smith apple and Foie Gras.
Syun
Take your taste buds on a culinary adventure to Japan without leaving the resort. Under the guidance of celebrity chef Hal Yamashita, Syun perfects Japanese fusion fine dining. The dishes are skilfully presented like culinary works of art with ingredients flown in fresh from Japan. Try Omi beef and sea urchin rolls topped with smoked caviar, and an extensive range of premium sashimi, finishing with homemade Sasho Pepper-flavoured ganache for dessert.
Soi Social
If you like a little sizzle with your Singapore snacks, Soi Social is one foodie venue not to be missed. From the vibrant atmosphere to the aroma of grilling meat skewers wafting through the air, there’s plenty that will draw you into the new, chic hangout of progressive Thai gastronomy. Start with the chef’s favourite, Chiang mai duck sausages with wild betel leaf, ginger, peanuts and chilli, and chargrilled prawn skewers, followed by Tom Ka Min Barramundi in aromatic turmeric coconut soup, and finish with mango sticky rice.
CHIFA!
If you love Peruvian and Chinese cuisine, CHIFA! Is a must-visit. Birthed in the 1800s when Chinese immigrants incorporated Peru’s culinary heritage, ‘Chifa’ is a combination of Cantonese and Peruvian flavours and techniques. Ingredients such as rice, meat, noodles and vegetables are all important staples. Savour this hybrid delight at Singapore’s first Chifa restaurant through Peruvian-native Chef Ruben Rodrigo Serrano Cabrera’s creations such as Yellowfin tuna tamarind ceviche, mussel, clam and prawn Chilcano soup and charcoal Wagyu chifero.
Live it up large at Resorts World Sentosa. The holiday destination has something for everyone with unique accommodation, world-class dining, and a whole lot of fun. To find out more and start planning your trip, head over here.
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