Orchard’s too expensive? Nah…
If you think that Orchard only offers international brands and fancy restaurants, you’re wrong. It’s not just a shopping haven, but it’s also packed with tons of interesting activities and experience that both tourists and locals will enjoy.
From DIY crafts to galleries and indoor playgrounds, here are 25 things to do in Orchard, including the areas of Dhoby Ghaut and Somerset.
Hungry? Here are the best cafes and restaurants in Orchard to refuel
Pop-ups at Orchard
1. The FRIENDS Experience
It’s finally here! The highly-anticipated FRIENDS pop-up is officially opening in Signapore this weekend. Grab your friends and relive your favourite sitcom moments at Friends’ immersive experience. Pose on the iconic Central Perk couch, step into Monica and Rachel’s kitchen, and lounge in Joey and Chandler’s apartment.
Discover replica props, costumes, and behind-the-scenes stories.
Tickets available from $29.
Date: 7 March-3 May 2026
Location: Fever Exhibition Hall, 25 Scotts Road, Singapore, 228220
Opening hours:
Mon-Tue: Closed
Wed-Fri: 2-10.15pm
Sat-Sun: 10am-10.15pm
Activities, workshops and more at Orchard
1. The Jury Experience: Million-Dollar Murder or Web of Lies?
Trade your movie night for a seat in the jury box with a live theatre experience that puts you at the heart of a gripping murder trial.
Unlike traditional theatre, the audience here isn’t just watching. You are the jury. Listen closely to witness testimonies, scrutinise the evidence, and cast your vote to decide the final verdict.
Tickets start from $51 per person — with multiple shows and stories across the month.
Location: 30 Orange Grove Rd, Singapore 258352
2. Pokemon TCG Gym Deluxe
An official Pokemon TCG Gym Deluxe is set to open its doors at *SCAPE.
What sets this store apart is that it’s an official venue dedicated to the Pokemon Trading Card Game — be it products or gaming space — in comparison to other stores that comprises other trading cards.
But, non card players can also enjoy their range of exclusive Pokemon merchandise!
Location: *SCAPE, #03-01, 2 Orchard Link, Singapore 237978
Opening hours: 10:30am-10:30pm
3. Chill out with boardgames and cats at this camping-inspired cafe
ME Cafe & Games takes boardgames cafes to the next level.
It’s designed as a cosy camping indoors site, offering a multipurpose space perfect for all types activities. In addition boardgames and exciting Nintendo Switch games, you can even mingle with adorable cats and even experience real-life camping in a private designated tent.
It’s priced at $16.8 for the first hour and $12 for the subsequent ones. Book your slot in advance.
Location: #04-12, Orchard Gateway, Singapore 238858
Opening hours: 11am-11pm
4. Explore a monthly night market along Orchard Road
For a night shopping spree, visit Night at Orchard, Singapore’s only night market in the prime shopping district.
Held on the last weekend of each month, it features over 50+ booths with food, lifestyle goods, art workshops, and entertainment. They have both local and international brands opening booths along the street, making it an ideal stop for both tourists and locals.
Date: Last weekend of every month
Location: Orchard Road, in front of Wisma Atria – Ngee Ann City
Opening hours: 3-10pm
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5. Design your own scented product with Chueok Fragrances
Located inside Far East Shopping Mall, Chueok Fragrances offers therapeutic hands-on activities for you to enjoy.
They offer a variety of workshop focused on scented products, including Custom Room Spray ($45), Dessert Candle ($45), Lettering Cake Candle ($69), and Hand Cream ($35). These sessions let you create your own unique items while experimenting with scent blending to match your personal style.
Check out their full master course and workshop experience here.
Location: 545 Orchard Rd #04-05, Far East Shopping Centre, Singapore 238882
Opening hours:
Mon-Fri: 11am-7pm
Saturday: 11am-5pm
Sunday: Appointment only
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6. Explore the local art scene at *SCAPE
If you’re looking for an alternative shopping mall to visit, you can’t miss out *SCAPE!
This artsy hub often hosts diverse arts events, workshops and exhibitions to look forward to. Highlights include the yearly comma Creative Arts Festival, and free movie screenings under the starts, better known as Nightflix Somerset.
More ongoing events can be found here.
Location: 2 Orchard Link, Singapore 237978
Opening hours: 10.30am-10.30pm
7. Experiment with over 20 DIY crafts at Gifted by Turtle
For all-in-one DIY workshop place, explore over 20 offerings at Gifted by Turtle.
The store at 313@Somerset stands out with its wide range of creative activities, from keychains to custom bouquets, catering to all ages and skill levels. Their DIY crafts include Decoden workshop (from $15), DIY Plushie Keychain ($26.9), where you can customise your animal plushie with clothes and accessories, DIY Bracelets and Necklaces (from $5), and more.
Location: 313 Orchard Rd, 313@Somerset, #B1-07-13, Singapore 238895
Opening hours:
Mon-Thu: 10am-10pm
Fri-Sat: 10am-11pm
Sunday: 10am
8. Market Blue
Bringing South Korea to Tanglin Mall, Market Blue offers an authentic experience with a food court and Korean lifestyle brands for you to explore.
If you’re craving ramyeon, you’re in the right place as they have “ramyeon library” featuring a variety of Korean instant noodles. Other than that they have Korean snacks like kimbab and fruit tanghulu. Furthermore, they have a corner of Korean fashion, beauty products, and cultural items to check out.
Location: 163 Tanglin Rd, Singapore 247933
Opening hours: 10am-10pm
9. Surf, ski and skate indoors in the middle of the city
For an adrenaline rush in the heart of the city, check out Trifecta, offering skiing, surfing and skating regardless of the season and climate.
Yes, everything is indoors. Enjoy snowboarding with a Ski Simulator, surf in a world-class wave pool, and skate in the first hybrid skate bowl arena, all under one roof.
These activities are credit-base, where each credit is priced at $20. For further info of their schedule, check their website.
Location: 10A Exeter Rd, Singapore 239958
Opening hours: 7-12am
10. Challenge each other at the largest indoor playground, X-SCAP8
X-SCAP8 is the largest indoor playground at Orchard Central, offering an all-in-one experience suitable for all ages.
With thrilling activities like obstacle courses, a golf simulator, and a retro arcade, plus a de-stress Smash Lab and a relaxing RestoBar with city views, it’s perfect for fun and bonding with friends and family.
Each activities required different tickets that can be purchased here, starting from $15.
Location: 181 Orchard Rd, #07-02 Orchard Central, Singapore 238896
Opening hours:
Mon-Thu: 11.30am-9.30pm
Friday: 11.30am-10pm
Saturday: 11am-10pm
Sunday: 11am-9.30pm
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11. Step into an alternate reality with Sandbox VR
For an immersive virtual reality experiences, try Sandbox VR.
Whether you’re gaming solo or with a group, these hyper-realistic full-body simulations are sure to captivate you. Transport yourself into the game with a variety of options for groups of up to six players, featuring titles like Deadwood Valley, Rebel Moon, and even the viral Netflix show Squid Game.
Location: 181 Orchard Road, #05-31 Orchard Central, Singapore 238896
Opening hours:
Mon-Thu: 10.50am-9.30pm
Fri-Sun: 9.50am-9.30pm
12. Get your hands dirty with a pottery class at Clayful Art
For the perfect artsy date to try, head down to Clayful Art at Orchard Central.
Paint ceramics or glassware while sipping on Korean-inspired drinks and munching on some light snacks. Pottery and glass painting starts from $38 per pax. Book your slot here in advance.
Location: 181 Orchard Road, #03-23 Orchard Central, Singapore 238896
Opening hours:
Mon-Thu: 11am-10pm
Fri-Sat: 11am-11pm
Sunday: 11am-10pm
13. Shop for relics at a vintage watch shop in Orchard
Hing Chong Watch Department Store offers a curated selection of vintage timepieces, with expert assistance from a kind uncle.
Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a first-time buyer, Hing Chong Watch Department Store offers a personalised experience to help you find the perfect vintage timepiece.
Location: 150 Orchard Rd, #02-58, Singapore 238841
Opening hours:
Mon-Sat: 3-6pm
Sunday: Closed
14. Take photos and munch on ice cream at Museum of Ice Cream
If you’re a big fan of ice cream, you’ll love the Museum of Ice Cream (MOIC).
The museum offers a fun and interactive experience with 12 vibrant themed rooms, and more importantly, unlimited ice-cream to enjoy. Perfect for dates, you can engage in creative activities like designing your own cone and capturing Instagram-worthy moments.
Tickets are priced at $38 for adults and $28 for children.
Location: 100 Loewen Rd, Singapore 248837
Opening hours:
Monday: 10am-7pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wed-Sun: 10am-7pm
15. Explore new artists at the underrated ION Art Gallery
At ION Art Gallery, you can explore a diverse range of contemporary art exhibitions featuring local and international artists. They rotate their exhibition frequently, so you’ll be able to find something new every now and then.
Admission is free, making it an accessible space for art lovers.
Location: 2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard #B4-39, Singapore 238801
Opening hours: 10am-10pm
16. Sing your hearts out at Have Fun KTV
For a family-friendly karaoke experience with themed rooms, head down to Have Fun KTV at Orchard Cineleisure.
This outlet offers an all-day singing promotion at $10+ per person for 2-hours session during weekdays, which includes free-flow soft drink. They also have a karaoke dinner buffet for $18+ per person from Tuesdays to Sundays, 6pm to 10pm.
Location: 8 Grange Road, Cineleisure, Level 8 Orchard, Singapore 239695
Opening hours: 11.30am-3am
17. Take Instagrammable photos at library@orchard
Library@orchard is an Insta-worthy spot that’s perfect for both reading and a photoshoot with its modern design, quiet ambiance, and spacious interiors.
Location: 277 Orchard Rd, #03-12 / #04-11 OrchardGateway, Singapore 238858
Opening hours: Temporarily closed
18. Sip on coffee and matcha at Zall Bookstore
At Zall Bookstore, Chinese literature, coffee, and artistic Jiangnan-style architecture come together.
Spanning two stories, the store offers over 30,000 Chinese literary works for all ages. The first floor features children’s books, a multifunctional reading space, and a cafe. Upstairs, there’s adult literature, philosophy, and humanities, along with an art gallery showcasing local and international creative talent.
Location: SG 501 Orchard Road, Wheelock Place, #02-18, Singapore 238880
Opening hours: 10.30am-7.30pm
19. The Art of Banksy
If you’re familiar with street art, The Art of Banksy: Without Limits brings it indoors with over 200 pieces, including originals, murals, sculptures, and interactive zones.
Experience Banksy’s iconic works in a unique exhibition starting at just $27 per person.
Location: 25 Scotts Rd, Singapore 228220
Opening hours: 10am-9pm
20. Take the best photos of yourself at Solace Studio
Visit Solace Station at Orchard Gateway, Singapore’s first MRT-themed self-photo booth studio.
With five immersive rooms, including a high-angle train cabin and authentic MRT elements, it offers a fun, unique experience. Classic booth costs at $10 for two strips and train cabin booth costs $12 for two strips.
Location: 277 Orchard Rd, Orchard Gateway #02-03, Singapore 238858
Opening hours: 10am-11pm
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21. Let your creativity take flight at Mae.de Studio
For a creative workshop in town, Fluid Bear Studio offers a fun experience where you design and paint bear figurines using fluid art techniques.
Perfect for individuals, team-building events, and dates, these sessions let you explore unique designs and vibrant colours. The studio also offers lacquer art workshops and candle making.
Location: 181 Orchard Central, Orchardgateway #06-22, Singapore 238896
Opening hours:
Monday: Closed
Tue-Sun: 12.30-7pm
22. Timezone
Rekindle your sense of adventure at Timezone for a fun arcade experience.
It offers over 160 attractions, including bumper cars, mini bowling, and a 6-player VR arena. They also have claw machines that have the viral pop mart’s labubu blind boxes.
Location: 437 Orchard Rd, B1-01 to 04/ 07 to 18/ 25 to 44, Singapore 238878
Opening hours: 11am-10pm
23. Get a strike at K-bowling Club
For a modern bowling experience with a Korean twist, head to K Bowling Club at 313@Somerset.
Beyond bowling, you can enjoy the bar, arcade games, darts, and karaoke booths. It’s the perfect venue for group hangouts, celebrations, and an all-in-one entertainment experience. Price starts from $11 per game.
Location: 313 Orchard Road, 313@Somerset #03-27, Singapore 238895
Opening hours: 10-1am
24. Conquer new heights at Boulder World
Conquer bouldering walls suited for all levels. While bouldering might seem like a rather niche activity, the routes at Boulder World is relatively easier compared to some other climbing gyms in Singapore, so it’s a great place to start. In addition to the easier walls, the Adult Tryout ($35) pass also comes with a 45-minute instructor guidance.
Location: 290 Orchard Rd, #06-25/26 Paragon Shopping Centre, Singapore 238859
Opening hours:
Mon-Fri: 9am-10.30pm
Sat-Sun: 9am-9pm
25. Get your hands dirty at Am I Addicted?’s pottery classes
If you’re looking for more hands-on activities, attempt pottery at this try Korean ceramics class.
Am I Addicted? in Orchard Central caters to all skill levels, with classes including wheel-throwing, hand-building, and pottery painting. Prices start from $55, with options ranging from quick trial sessions to standard workshops.
Location: 181 Orchard Rd, Orchard Central #05-37, Singapore 238896
Opening hours: 10am-9pm
26. Craft your own soap at Soap Ministry
Learn unique soap-making techniques like melt-and-pour and cold process soap-making to personalise your own soap. You can choose your own scents, colours, and designs, which are perfect for gifts or for your own self-care.
As daunting as it sounds, sessions are beginner-friendly and ideal for a creative day out.
Location: 277 Orchard Rd, #03-04 Orchardgateway, Singapore 238858
Opening hours: 11am-8pm
26. Cafe-hop around Orchard
While you’re at Orchard, don’t forget to check out the wide variety of cafes and restaurants!
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