8 Things All Travellers Should Experience at Changi Airport this Festive Season
By: Yasmin Sara
Tags: Travel, Airports, Singapore, Tourism

1. Take a Dip

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Located at Terminal 1 is a unique book-by-the-hour hotel concept by Aerotel. Soak up the sun and rinse away your jetlag at its rooftop pool, find tranquillity at its library lounge or work up a sweat at the fitness corner.

2. Race with a Boeing 747

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Try your hand at what it takes to run the World’s Best Airport at the Changi Experience Studio, located at Jewel. Featuring a dozen different content zones, travellers can learn about the cutting-edge technology and aviation history of Changi.

Kids especially will have a blast with interactive games, from runway racing with a Boeing 747, to quests as an Aviation Security Officer.

3. Visit the Festive Village

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Glamping (Glamourous Camping), is by all means not a new term. However, with Jewel’s Glampcation Packages, guests are treated to a one-of-a-kind experience at the airport. To make the most out of your stay, visit the Canopy Park, Experience Studio and take a tour of Changi’s Plant Nursery.

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Snap a picture at Terminal 3’s Dino Wonderland to commemorate your visit to the airport.

Insider Tip: Check out the interactive light and sound panel along the glass wall facing Changi’s famous plant wall, just 30 metres away from the dinos.

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Already a crowd favourite with kids, prepare to be whisked away to a whimsical winter wonderland, all without getting on a plane.

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Challenge your friends and family to a race-off at the dino-themed Go Karting Track at Terminal 4.

4. Go Garden Hopping

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While the famous Butterfly Garden is closed temporarily, Terminal 1 features 3 amazing and tranquil flora spots that passengers should visit. If you’re lucky enough, catch the sunrise or sunset at Cactus Garden, which boasts amazing views of the runway.

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After grabbing a bite at the Food Gallery, walk on over to the Discovery Garden to explore its vantage points amongst lush greenery.

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The Water Lily Garden is a lesser-known spot that is absolutely beautiful at night. With its zen vibes and colourful little fish, the Water Lily Garden is an oasis at the bustling airport.

5. Catch up on some Zs

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Unlike some airports, Changi encourages passengers to make full use of its facilities to recharge and relax. The lounges feature fully reclinable seats, charging ports and are completely free of charge. Personally, I prefer Terminal 3’s as it incorporates running water features that lull you to sleep.

6. Go on a Mini Amazing Race

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Win Changi Reward Points on the iChangi app and hatch adorable baby dinos as you explore the airport. Be on the lookout for the QR codes hidden around the terminals and Jewel as you pass the various attractions, art installations and shops.

Terminal One’s Kinetic Rain Art Installation

7. Watch a Free Movie

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From blockbuster movies to Premier League matches for footie fans around the clock, visit Terminal 3’s basement to catch a free screening.

8. See the World’s Tallest Indoor Waterfall

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Perhaps on top of every passenger’s bucket list when visiting Changi Airport, rejuvenate your senses and marvel at the seven-storey high rain vortex.

Prior to Covid-19, dazzling light shows were commonplace, creating a cinematic atmosphere and the perfect backdrop for Instagrammable photos.

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Changi Airport has worked hard to transform and elevate itself as a destination. More than an airport, it is undoubtedly an attraction in itself for all passengers and Singaporeans alike.