Sentosa Island
Sentosa Island · Sentosa, Singapore
Last updated 2026-10-30
By Global Travel Guide Editorial Team
Introduction
Getting there is part of the visit: the Sentosa Express monorail runs from VivoCity in three minutes, the cable car comes over from Mount Faber or HarbourFront, and the boardwalk can be walked in about 15 minutes on foot. Entry to the island itself is free, but each attraction charges separately — Universal Studios from SGD 83, the oceanarium around SGD 50, and the Skyline Luge from SGD 27 for three rides. Attractions generally open at 10:00 and close in the evening, while the beaches stay accessible later. February to April is the driest window in an otherwise hot, humid year.
Ticket Price
Entry to Sentosa is free; Sentosa Express monorail SGD 4 per person, cable car from SGD 35 return. Universal Studios from SGD 83 adult; Singapore Oceanarium (reopened 2025) around SGD 50; Skyline Luge from SGD 27 for 3 rides. Weekend and peak pricing is higher.
Opening Hours
Sentosa Island: generally accessible 24 hours, but attractions have their own hours. Universal Studios: 10 AM-7 PM (varies by day). S.E.A. Aquarium: 10 AM-7 PM (last entry 6 PM). Sentosa Express: 7 AM-12 midnight. Beach areas: roughly 9 AM-10 PM. Check the official site before visiting.
Transportation
From VivoCity mall: Sentosa Express monorail (3-min ride to Resorts World Station or Beach Station). Cable car from Mount Faber or HarbourFront Tower Two. Sentosa Boardwalk: 15-minute walk from VivoCity (free entry on foot). Bus: public bus services from various points. Taxi/Grab: directly to resorts on the island.
Best Season
February to April — driest months, less rain, slightly cooler. May to September: more rain but still plenty of sunshine. November to January: northeast monsoon with heavier rain. Singapore is near the equator — it is warm and humid year-round (25-33°C).
Pro Tip: Use the cable car or MRT
Local Tips You'd Only Learn After Visiting
The details official guides skip — save time, avoid crowds, and get better photos.
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Use the cable car or MRT Sentosa is easy by cable car from HarbourFront or by the Sentosa Express. Buy a day pass if you plan multiple stops, and avoid peak weekends.
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Frequently Asked Questions3 questions
The beaches at Siloso, Palawan and Tanjong, the Skyline Luge, MegaZip, the aquarium, Madame Tussauds and indoor skydiving. The island is divided into zones, so pick one or two areas rather than crossing it all day.
Yes, the aquarium, Madame Tussauds, indoor skydiving and the casino are indoors; the cable car and beaches are less pleasant in heavy rain. Check each attraction's opening hours before going.
Yes for Universal Studios, the aquarium and popular attractions, especially at weekends and school holidays. Dated online tickets are usually cheaper and guarantee entry.