The Singapore Discovery Centre is one of the most interactive places I've seen to learn about the history of Singapore. Unlike the Former Ford Factory, this would suit the entire family too. There are tons of things to do there, such as catching the latest blockbusters in 3D, taking a tour around SAFTI and so much more!
P.S. Singaporeans and PRs enter for free!!
Interesting for older children. Younger kids may not enjoy it as much
This time I just walked around and looked at the flowers. I didn t discuss them in depth.
This is THE place to learn about Singapore's history and what it has went through. Also there is the iWerks movie screening that is immersive.
Place is only a few minutes walk away from the MRT station
4D rides are thrilling, but don't change that much.
The shows are free with membership.
Really nice can learn a lot about country... make sure to bring your kids :-)
Nothing there really. Army museum already old attraction
Quite a decent place for the kids. There is a cinema here and movies are up to date.
Good place for kids, if they love soldier toy, tanks and helicopter. Went there to check out the place for my son and found out a few thing.
1) Their family package is about SGD 110, for a family of 4. Yet, their movies (as of today 1 july 2017) are the latest despicable me/ pirates of the caribbean, you watch FREE movie whole year everyday! family or alone. That's immediate saving after 3 trips compared to outside.
2) Most exciting everyone must do stuff is the rifle range. Real M16 and SAR 21 shooting gallery, one time per visitor, real recoil.
3) Hidden behind the army center is a few real Tanks, helicopter, vehicles you can touch and photo with, mini SOC course for you kids. (bring mosq repellent)
4) Singaporean goes everywhere FREE! This place is designed for singaporean, foreigner are welcome but needs to pay, even PR.
5) 4D or 5D adventure ride. Again, free if you joined family annual package.
It's not a top of the list visiting place, but if you run out of things to do in the WEST, visit it like a park, very relaxing place if not crowded.
went for company event.. needa pay for some sections.. many facilities faulty.. carpark overpacked..
Rather boring. Too far & out of the way to visit. Can watch a movie but that is hardly motivation to go there. Sometimes there are FOC short films. There is a free bus tour of SAFTI for locals. Not sure whether if foreigners need to pay.
Suitable for school excursions with transport provided. Also for family with young children to spend a quiet weekend.
The Army museum is just next to the SDC but now closed for review until further notice.
Nice place, but maybe needs some refreshed exhibition
Nice and quiet place to visit over the weekend to avoid crowd. The place is quite educational though so elder kids above primary will find it more fund here. If you are SG citizen or PR it's free for general admission.
Entry is free with a movie included. They try to keep exhibits current.
Good place to bring children. They love the interactive stations and exhibits
Kids-friendly national education centre. Informative. Might be insightful for those new to Singapore.
Not as impressive as other attractions in Singapore.
Wonderful place to get knowledge about history of Singapore.
It is so boring.. They should do something to liven up the place..
Been years since I was last here. Nothing has changed much. The one thing new for me is the SAFTI bus tour, a 20 mins bus tour around the Singapore Arm Forces Training Institute (SAFTI), no photos allowed in the training area though.
It's a good place to learn about the birth of the Singapore Arm Forces. Visit only if you have time to spare while in Singapore. After visiting Singapore Discovery Centre. You can head towards Jurong Point for shopping and food.
This place reflects Singapore's development, population and civic spirit
Amazing place but if u don't like history then it will be boring for u
Too cold and this place has quite less options for food and this is quite isolated from the town centres
A good place to forget the crowd...and one of the largest movie screen at cheaper rates
Great place for the kids and adult alike. Fun & interactive display
good place to bring kids. less than 2 hours to see everything here
A place of History on how Singapore comes to be with preparation and diversified races.
It was interesting, but would be better if it was larger
It is located at the far west of Singapore. There's nothing much unless you have some event to attend or to bring your kids along
It's a good experiential tour for me to know more about Singapore. There are any interactive stations to engage the young children, playing games while learning about Singapore. I'll come back with my family soon.
It is the place to invulcate the Nationalism among Singaporisn students
Beautiful place with seating area next to the lake/ pond. It is a quiet and uncrowded place to work or study, has free WiFi for public access. Food at canteen is less than desirable, otherwise it'd be 5 stars
Strait-forward yet modern location to equip tourists with basic information about Singapore.
I happened to find it in a guidebook and it was very attractive to me who loves military.
I was able to shoot with an assault machine gun adopted by the Singapore Armed Forces that was made exactly like the real thing. I think military enthusiasts should go because it is heavy and has recoil.
I felt a little lonely.
I think it's a fairly minor facility.
Great place to learn of Singapore's defence and military history. Nice 3d theatre to entertain the kids and adults. However, the place lacked commercial entities, doesn't attract crowds. Wondered how much tax payers money is used annually to fund its operations.
Worth visiting on a school vacation, along with the SAF museum next door
The attraction is a little run down but still interesting enough. The movie theater is huge and budget for money, especially on weekends.
Amazing find of a small museum. Lots of interesting gadgets. Nearest MRT station at Joo Koon.
Army military museum is closed and no news for the reopening. Most of the trails and walking path are closed.
Nothing much to discover, all computers quiz ,graphic, video. understand?
Nice place but could be better with better innovation n creativity. Waiting for the Army Museum beside to rejunvenate. Hope to have more excitement. Use to go there to bring the kids to play M16 n SAR21 electronic range "live" firing. Nice place for 3D movies too. If can take the SAFTI bus tour. Feel the life our Military Insitute. From Officers Cadets to appointment holders . ^^
If you're Singaporean, you'd understand everything. Fun place to bring the kids
It use to be a good place to go but more thing is closing down but still ok for family but not too young ones.
Lame eh not as interesting as expected. Science Centre is way more better
Quite interesting and gives information on Singapore's military history in a fun and effective way.
it's good but the exhibition needs to be updated. the version I remember have shooting gallery and army weapon. how we the discovery center in 2019 is about nation building and some games seem to have here since 2007 and require a upgrade. I wish it can showcase new technology like the discovery center we remember when we are children and not a history museum looking back at our past.
Great experience for us, especially for the kids! The interactive facilities are especially appealing for a quiet weekend. We liked the movie theater and 3D shows. All in all, great place to go if you have spare time.
With the cheapest and best cinema in town.
A quiet and relaxing canteen to enjoy delicious food.
A very good place for a lazy afternoon to refresh ur mind.
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