Your Weekend Family Itinerary at Parkway Parade: A Full-Day Guide
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There is something special and precious about the time spent together as a family. From shopping for groceries and all meals in-between, plan your weekend family itinerary right at Parkway Parade!
A weekend at Parkway Parade offers families the perfect blend of convenience, variety, and relaxed adventures. From breakfast at Paris Baguette to blind box fun at KKV, shopping for apparel at MUJI, and groceries at FairPrice Xtra, there are so many options for family activities in the east of Singapore! Conveniently located right by Marine Parade MRT on the Thomson-East Coast line, there are plentiful things to do in Marine Parade and family outings with your loved ones just became more effortless!
Morning: Start the Day Right at Parkway Parade
Starting your weekend morning with a good breakfast gives you energy for a full day of family bonding activities.
Paris Baguette (#01-K3 & K43)
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Begin your day at Paris Baguette (#01-K3 & K43), a Halal-certified, international bakery offering French-inspired patisserie with seasonal Korean flavours. Their Cranberry Chicken Deluxe Combo features a chicken wrap with cranberries, mayo, and toasted walnuts, along with a hearty quinoa salad with honey mustard. High-protein, fibre-rich, and nutritious, this is truly a breakfast of champions!
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Meat lovers will enjoy their Loaded Beef Pastrami Brioche Sandwich, which features generous slices of beef pastrami, thick slices of Emmental cheese, and gherkins in a tangy mustard mayo, all packed into soft and pillowy brioche slices.
Paris Baguette also offers classic kids favourites like Cheese Chicken Sausage Bread, a chewy and savoury bun, and Choco Twist, a flaky, buttery pastry with delightful chocolate chips.
Tim Hortons (#01-02 & K42)
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Looking for all-day Halal-certified breakfast? Tim Hortons (#01-02 & K42) offers a range of all-day breakfast options for the whole family. Kids will love their signature Timbits, or bite-sized donuts, while coffee and warm sandwiches make good breakfast for parents. Their best-selling Maple Chicken Ham & Cheese Bagel is a delightful combination of savoury and sweet, featuring maple-glazed chicken ham and melted cheese on a freshly toasted bagel.
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Fancy something heartier? Their Truffle Mushroom Chicken Grilled Sandwich is a premium grilled sandwich that is made fresh to order. With aromatic truffle complementing tender chicken, mushrooms, and melted cheese, it is served on toasted, artisanal sourdough bread.
Their best-selling Iced Maple Cinnamon Latte is a timeless classic that blends the rich taste of espresso with maple syrup and cinnamon. Topped with whipped cream, it is the perfect complement to a savoury breakfast!
Matcha lovers will enjoy the creamy, earthy, and mildly sweet Iced Matcha Latte. Naturally containing the amino acid L-theanine, matcha provides a gentler and more sustained caffeine boost, making it an exquisite beverage to kickstart your day!
Blumora (#B1-30-32)
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For families with young children, hands-on workshops are a wonderful way to bond and nurture creativity. Blumora (#B1-30-32) is a creative lifestyle boutique offering craft workshops for the whole family. Make yarn crafts, bespoke candles, or even a plaster tray for trinkets and keys, which become priceless keepsakes and home decor that will hold stories and memories for years to come!
Solace Studios (#B1-70/71)
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Taking family photos is also an exciting way to create lasting memories of fleeting moments. Solace Studios (#B1-70/71) is a Korean-style photo booth brand in Singapore. With 5 self-photo studio themed rooms inspired by the charm of American high schools, this is perfect if you are looking to take playful photos. Explore 20+ school-inspired frame designs and high-quality instant prints. You can even save these precious moments with digital downloads too!
Afternoon: Eat, Shop, and Unbox at Parkway Parade
After a hands-on workshop and photo-taking session, it is time for a relaxing lunch and catch-up over the interesting events that happened in the past week.
Nan Yang Dao (#01-17A)
For a casual family lunch, Nan Yang Dao (#01-17A) serves up a wide variety of authentic, regional Malaysian cuisine. Kids will love their Sarawak Kolo Mee, a classic, dry noodle dish from Kuching that has springy egg noodles tossed in fragrant lard and shallot oil. Topped with minced pork and char siu (sliced pork), it is packed with flavour!
Looking for dishes to share? Their Nanyang Signature Fried Rice is an aromatic and fluffy wok-fried rice that goes well with crispy pork belly and achar.
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Their best-selling XO Sauce Carrot Cake is also perfectly sized for sharing. Delightfully crisp on the outside with a soft and fluffy interior, the sweet and savoury soy sauce is always a hit with kids!
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Kids will also love their refreshing Iced Milo Dinosaur, an iconic local coffee shop drink. This sweet chocolate malt beverage is thick, rich, and it even comes with an adorable dinosaur-shaped Milo ice cube that slowly melts into the drink. Pair this with a Puff Pastry Egg Tart, an excellent afternoon treat starring a crisp airy pastry and sweet creamy custard.
Sushi Express (#01-K33/K34)
For families with kids who loves an interactive, game-like dining experience, Sushi Express (#01-K33/K34) offers a fun conveyor belt that serves more than 60 types of dishes.
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Salmon sushi lovers will enjoy their signature Hanamaki roll. Shaped like a flower, it features a thick slice of salmon wrapped around steamed sushi rice and topped with Ebiko (fish roe) and Japanese mayonnaise. Their Raw Scallop Sushi features a plump, fresh scallop on seasoned rice. Creamy and naturally sweet, this dish is especially popular for its tender, buttery texture, and umami-rich taste! Prized for being the “candy of the sea” in Japan, sashimi plates of Amaebi (Sweet Shrimp) are also popular for their delicate, sweet and creamy taste.
Kids will love the classic California Handroll as well as the Takoyaki that is crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside!
Finish your meal with some classic Japanese desserts. Try Strawberry Cream Daifuku, a chewy mochi rice cake filled with sweet, strawberry-flavoured cream, or velvety soft Caramel Pudding for an after-meal delight!
UNIQLO (#01-83-87)
Searching for a place to refresh your wardrobe essentials? Hop on to UNIQLO (#01-83-87), a Japanese casual wear brand known for high-quality, functional, and affordable clothing. You can easily find chic, minimalist staples that suit all occasions for the whole family.
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Perfect for Singapore’s hot and humid climate, their Men's Airism Cotton Pique Polo T-shirts are made from ultra-fine fibre weave that wicks moisture and releases heat quickly.
Pair it with their Linen Shorts for an effortless weekend outfit. Alternatively, their Miracle Air Pants are the perfect pair of slacks. Lightweight, stretchy, and quick-drying, it is also wrinkle-resistant for easy care!
For women, their Linen Blend Key Neck Blouse Short Sleeve combines the smoothness of rayon with the lightweight and breathable qualities of linen. The flattering keyhole neckline makes this an elegant top you can wear from office to night out, and even to picnics at the park!
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The Ultra Stretch Airism Dress is the ultimate chic weekend outfit. Ultra stretchy, quick drying, and equipped with pockets, you can style it up or down as the occasion requires!
Active youths will love the classic KIDS AIRism Cotton Graphic Crew Neck T-Shirt series, which has all the light, moisture-wicking tech with the comfort and feel of cotton. Pair it with the smooth and light KIDS Linen Blend Wide Easy Pants for a weekend adventure!
MUJI (#B1-153-155D)
For those who love a Japanese minimalist aesthetic, MUJI (#B1-153-155D) offers simple, sustainable, functional clothing and household goods.
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Their Women’s Kapok Blended Lightweight Denim Camisole Dress is light and airy, and made with organic cotton. Looking for something to lounge around in? The Women’s Crepe Gauze Long Pants are airy, soft and effortlessly chic.
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Their Men’s Kapok Blended Double Gauze Stand Collar Long Sleeved Shirt is made from organic cotton gauze. With a flattering Mandarin collar and clean lines, this shirt is a staple of minimalist Japanese fashion that looks good in formal and casual settings.
The Men’s Half Zip Sweat Shirt is made from a cotton-poly blend, making it both comfortable and light. Ideal for travelling or as a light top layer, the half-zip creates a flattering, V-shape silhouette, giving it a refined athleisure look.
Searching for a warm layer for the kids? Their Kids Knot Jersey Sweatshirt is made from double-knitted organic cotton, creating a light sweater suited for relaxed sporty comfort. With soft seams that are gentle on sensitive skin, this is a great layer for the plane, or for light spring and fall weather.
Nitori (#02-31/32)
For East Coast residents shopping for affordable, functional and stylish items for your home, check out Nitori (#02-31/32). With compact and modern designs for small living spaces, they are Japan's largest furniture and home furnishings retailer.
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Their Coffee Table is made from smooth, natural wood. With rounded corners, it is the perfect surface for children to play on. Whether you are completing a puzzle from the couch or playing card games on the floor, enjoy the flexibility of adjustable legs during family game nights!
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With their signature cool-touch fabric, Nitori’s NCOOL Large Long Floor Cushion is an excellent addition for family movie nights at home. Pair it with the Mochimichi Cushion NCOOL Cat, the best plushie companion to cuddle with when the movie gets too scary!
KKV (#02-28-30)
On the hunt for birthday presents? KKV (#02-28-30) is known for its immersive and "Instagram-worthy" stores that curate a wide range of affordable, high-quality, trendy lifestyle goods. With an extensive assortment of cute hair accessories, stationery, and toys, this is a go-to if you are shopping for birthday presents for kids!
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Popularised by the trendy Labubu dolls, enjoy the thrill of opening blind boxes, with surprise-worthy, limited edition collectible toys, vinyl figures, or stationery.
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Simply choose a theme that the whole family likes, and then unbox them together over dessert to see which character each member scores! This shared, memorable experience of suspense and surprise is made even better with cute, quirky keepsakes to remember your day by!
Ji De Chi Dessert (#B1-83J)
Looking for a place that serves hot desserts for grandparents and cold desserts for kids? Ji De Chi Dessert (#B1-83J) is a popular Singaporean dessert chain that serves hot traditional and cold Asian desserts. Unwind with the classic Mango Pomelo Sago, a refreshing Cantonese dessert featuring plump mango cubes, a sweet mango puree, creamy coconut milk, and chewy sago pearls. The fresh citrus burst of pomelo makes this a reinvigorating dessert on a hot day!
For adults who love nostalgic Chinese desserts, go for a comforting bowl of Sesame Paste with Tang Yuan. The sweet and creamy black sesame paste pairs exquisitely with the silky and bouncy tang yuan like a warm hug on a rainy day.
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Kids will love the cold and flaky textures of their Milk Tea Snowy Ice, which features a fragrant milk tea base and chewy toppings like jellies and tapioca pearls.
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Their smooth and indulgent Hokkaido Chocolate Milk Crepe Cake features delicate layers of black cocoa crepe that are filled with rich Hokkaido cream. Served cold, this cake is a crowd favourite!
Yeah Gelato (#01-K38)
Craving for ice cream on a hot day? Yeah Gelato (#01-K38) is a popular, modern artisanal gelato brand from China, that specialises in freshly churned, low-sugar creamy gelato.
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Their signature Pistachio Gelato is gluten-free and has an intensely nutty flavour, with a generous sprinkle of crunchy, crushed pistachios. Sweet and savoury lovers will delight in the gluten-free Sea Salt Caramel Gelato made with a creamy milk base. For a less sweet option, their Matcha Gelato is celebrated for its authentic, bittersweet flavour, and has a rich creamy texture.
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Another must-try is their Honey Jasmine Gelato. The honey-sweetened milk pairs exquisitely with a light floral fragrance from real jasmine petals, making this a truly gourmet experience.
Evening: Groceries Done Right at FairPrice Xtra and CS Fresh
Evenings are a great time for families to reset and prepare for the days ahead, with convenient grocery options all in one place.
FairPrice Xtra (#03-28)
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For an easy weekday start, options like Carman’s Gourmet Protein Bars from FairPrice Xtra (#03-28) contain oats, seeds, and roasted nuts, which are low to medium GI foods. Slow to digest, these protein-packed bars provide longer-lasting energy to start your day.
CS Fresh (#B1-84)
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The Chobani Strawberry Shortcake Flip from CS Fresh (#B1-84) combines thick and creamy, strawberry low-fat Greek yogurt with a crunchy cookie crumble. With separate sections of packaging to keep the crumble crunchy, simply flip the compartment into the yogurt for an easy breakfast or a mid-afternoon snack.
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Packed with 8g of protein, kids will love the Chobani’s Kid Pouch Vanilla Yogurt. The screw-top pouch makes this an easy addition for breakfast on-the-go for busy parents!
Post Great Grains Cereal Banana Nut Crunch is also a well-loved classic, and it features crispy corn flakes, crunchy granola clusters, real dried banana pieces, walnuts, and almonds. With 43g of whole grains, this heart-healthy nutritious cereal can be enjoyed as a topping on Greek yogurt or with milk.
FairPrice Xtra (#03-28)
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Easy-to-prep meals are always a necessity for busy parents, especially on weekday nights. Mission Wraps from FairPrice Xtra (#03-28) are a kitchen essential for an easy-to-prep weekday dinner. Great for making burritos, quesadillas, or sandwich wraps, these versatile, Halal-certified, super soft flatbreads pair excellently with cooked or cold-cut meats, vegetables and sauces.
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On days you do not feel like cooking, try out Golden Chef Cabbage & Pork Dumplings. Locally made, these frozen dumplings are a flavourful blend of minced pork, Chinese cabbage, and leeks in wheat flour wrappers. Throw some of these into the steamer and dinner will be ready in no time!
CS Fresh (#B1-84)
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Whip up some pasta with Prego Carbonara Mushroom Pasta Sauce from CS Fresh (#B1-84), which has the perfect balance of fresh cream and savoury mushroom. Kid-approved and quick to prepare, craft this easy dinner in less than 30 minutes!
Four’N’Twenty Chunky Angus Beef Pies are also a quick prep-to-plate weekday dinner option. Reheatable in an oven, microwave, or air-fryer, this hearty Australian meat pie can be paired with salads for a fuss-free kid-approved dinner!
Plan Your Visit to Parkway Parade
Looking for things to do in Marine Parade? Parkway Parade’s accessible location makes it the ultimate kids-friendly destination for a full day of family activities in the East of Singapore. Designed with strollers and wheelchair-friendly access, your journey here is always a breeze.
Taking the bus or train? Parkway Parade is located right by Marine Parade Station (TE26) on the Thomson-East Coast Line and is served by an extensive network of bus routes from all over the island! Find your best route here.
Driving in? Enjoy easy access to our carpark via two main entrances on Marine Parade Road or Marine Parade Central. With 1,184 car lots and 8 EV charging lots, finding a parking spot is quick and effortless. View our full parking guide here.