Almost all the kids love to go through tunnels and climbing up giant playground. As Singapore is a HOT tropical country, it could be quite uncomfortable to play under the torching sun and sweating profusely. I know my kids just love to climb through long tunnel, navigating through different possible channels and tackling some of the mini obstacles along the way. And they love it better if it is all air-conditioned and hygienic. I have been to this eXplorerKid at the Downtown East a couples of time and have signed up as members for both of my kids a year ago since the first visit. They get cheaper entrance rate as a member. My younger kid love it but as now my elder kids is getting older, he is not so eager as his younger brother anymore. We can easily spent 2 hours in this gigantic playground, letting our kids run about knowing that they will be safe and we parents get some well deserved rests.
General Description
One thing I like is that they are safe and take health issues seriously. Before you are allowed to enter, you have to take your temperature and sanitize your hands with the chemicals provided. This precaution is valuable in the light of current situation of H1N5 and Hand-Foot-And-Mouth diseases. All the floorings, walls and structures are child-proof with thick layer of cushion to prevent injury from falls and knocks. So you can let your children roam freely without the worry that they will get hurt or injury.
The large playground occupies 8,200 square foot of retail space at E!Hub in Downtown East, Pasir Ris. The indoor playground consists of 20 fun play elements. The main attraction is of course the gigantic ant-tunnel like mega-structure where most children will dash to when they see it. It is like a maze and children are like little ants following another children in front of them navigating through the tunnels, slides and other obstacles. Definitely a good way to spent their time and building up some of their coordination abilities. Although the air-con is on full blast, my kids are still sweating from the chasing and climbing activities. Yes, it is cold for parents who are not getting much exercise in there, so bring along your jackets.
The new Explorer Kids has added many other attractions such as the 3m high rock-climbing wall, a lighted ball pool (toddlers and younger kids will love to soak in it and throwing balls at each others), a multimedia platform, internet kiosks and cafe.
A warning: it is not a single-entrance fees that cover all fun in the playground. You need to pay separately for some of the activities such as “tree-top” obstacle course which is 2m off the ground for a price of $5.50 per circuit and you need to 1.2m tall. There is still the old air-powered ball-throwing guns (cannons) that kids can shoot at each others and you also need to pay. Additionally, there is also a 2,000 sq feet skating ring for the whole family. Parents could also relieve their aching muscles at the paying massage chairs.
My children had fun and were overwhelmed during our last visit. To be honest, those extra-paying activities are not needed. Just pay the normal entrance fee and they will simple have fun with the standard activities. If you do plan to come back again to this place, my advice is to become a member at the very first visit to enjoy the huge savings you will get. Remember too, to bring and wear your own socks as you will need them and they will cost you extras if you dun have them.
For cheaper alternatives, try the one at Toa Payoh Safra.
Time spent:
1- 2 hours. It is a hourly charged playground, remember to exit when time is up else you will need to pay extra.
Day to visit:
Any day during operating hours, rain or shine. School holidays and weekends are packed with children and parents.
Combined with: Wild Wild Wet, Pasir Ris Park.
Opening Hours
Operating Hours:
Weekdays: 12.00 – 10.00pm
Weekends, School Holidays and Public Holidays: 10.00am – 10.00pm
Admission:
| Public | NTUC Members | ExplorerKid Member |
|
| Off-Peak | $20 | $17 | $9 |
| Peak | $22 | $20 | $11 |
| Subsequent Hour | $6 | $6 | $4 |
*Off-peak days:
Monday to Thursday, open from 12 noon to 10 pm.
**Peak days:
Friday to Sunday Eve of Public Holidays, Public Holidays, School Holidays, open from 10 am to 10 pm.
Socks costs $2. (Bring you own to save money)
Membership:
Recommended if you are planning to return again.
Members will enjoy discounts on the entrance fees and also other activities by the eXplorekid Club. It costs $5.50 per child for NTUC members and $8.50 for non-NTUC members. The membership will be valid until your child is 12 years old so you only need to pay once and it comes with 1 adult card which waive the adult admission of $1.50. You can join the membership at the entrance of the eXplorerKid Indoor Playground.
Location
3rd Level, E!hub @Downtown East
1 Pasir Ris Close
Singapore 519599
Tel: 6589 1668 Fax: 6589 1650
Getting There
Taking of public transportation to Downtown East is highly recommended although there are plenty of sheltered and open-aired car parks lots.
By Bus:
3, 5, 6, 12, 17, 21, 89, 354, 358
By MRT
Just a 10-minute walk from the Pasir Ris MRT Station
By Free Shuttle Bus Service:
Available from 8:45am at Pasir Ris MRT Station
Driving:
From TPE, exit into Pasir Ris Dr 12. Go straight till you see the huge complex on your left that say “Downtown East”. Plenty of multi-storey indoor and outdoor parking lots which is hourly charged.
MAP
see MAP
Toilet
A clean toilet at the back of the main playground joining male and female toilet with a common washing bay.
Official Website
eXplorerKid
The official link above for ExplorerKids went to http://www.prkidskampong.com/ which is another site.