Rain in Singapore doesn't mean cancelling your plans. From scented cocktail bars and heritage museums to gin-making workshops, discover the best wet weather date ideas Singapore couples should try at least once.
Look, nobody plans a romantic date around a monsoon, but here we are. The sky's gone grey, your shoes are already soggy, and your carefully planned picnic at Gardens by the Bay is looking increasingly tragic. But, well, the thing about rainy days is that they force you indoors, which is exactly where some of the best date spots have been hiding all along.
These aren't your average "let's just go to a mall" solutions. We're talking about the kind of places where the rain pattering against windows becomes atmospheric rather than annoying, where being stuck inside together actually sounds kinda… appealing.
Let’s dive into our list.
1. Lunì: Where your nose picks your drink
Located on Lavender Street, Southeast Asia's first scented cocktail bar Luni sounds like a gimmick until you sit down and realise they're deadly serious about their craft.
Here's how it works: before you order, you'll be presented with volcanic rocks scented with different essential oils. Pick the scent that speaks to you, and the bartenders will craft a cocktail to match. It's part aromatherapy, part mixology, and a whole lot of interesting.
The space itself is intimate: dim lighting, plenty of cosy corners, and that distinctly sultry vibe that makes you forget there's a torrential downpour happening outside. If you're both a bit peckish, their menu features European and East Asian fusion dishes that work brilliantly alongside the botanical cocktails.
- Where: Lunì - Scent, Bar & Kitchen, 161 Lavender Street, #01-12, Singapore 338750
- Cost: ~$25/drink
- Hours: 12nn to 2.30pm, 3pm to 1am, closed on Mondays
- Best for: Discovering new favourite scents and tastes
2. The St. Regis Bar: Old-school glamour
Some rainy days call for proper sophistication. The kind where you dress up a bit, order a Manhattan, and pretend you're characters in a film set in 1920s New York. The St. Regis Bar delivers exactly that.
This snazzy (or even jazzy) bar recently got a makeover that pays homage to the Astor family's New York heritage. The cocktail menu is a love letter to Manhattan, with drinks named after neighbourhoods and cultural landmarks. The Violet Hour Martini is a standout, but if you prefer something classic, their Manhattan Club won't disappoint.
The nightly champagne sabrage at 6.30pm is just theatre. Bartenders head to the hotel lobby with a sabre and a bottle of bubbly, performing a ritual that's been part of St. Regis tradition for decades.
When it comes down to it, I think that this bar just has the right cosy atmosphere. The live music here sets the mood perfectly, and the plush seating makes it easy to lose track of time. Which, on a rainy day, is precisely what you want.
- Where: The St. Regis Bar, 29 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247911
- Cost: ~$28/drink
- When to go: Early evening for the Violet Hour, or stay late into the night
- Best for: Lounging amidst velvet-rich surroundings while it pours outside
Katong Antique House: A private museum that feels like time travel
No, not all romantic dates need to involve alcohol. Sometimes the most memorable afternoons happen when you're wandering through someone's carefully curated life's work, and that's exactly what Katong Antique House offers.
This is an actual Peranakan shophouse at 208 East Coast Road, filled floor to ceiling with antiques, photographs, and heirlooms spanning over a century. The late Peter Wee spent more than 40 years collecting these treasures, and now the house is maintained by curators who love sharing Peranakan culture and history.
Here, your guides will walk you through each room, explaining the significance of beaded slippers, ornate furniture, and family portraits that line the walls. And yes, there's complimentary kueh to munch on during the tour, because hospitality is very much part of the Peranakan tradition.
For couples, it's a chance to learn something new together whilst staying completely dry.
- Where: Katong Antique House, 208 East Coast Road, Singapore 428907
- Cost: $15 per person
- Hours: By appointment only
- Best for: Couples who prefer cultural and heritage experiences
MINT Museum of Toys: Childhood nostalgia galore
Located right across from Raffles Hotel, MINT Museum of Toys houses what might be the largest vintage toy collection in Asia. We're talking 50,000 pieces spanning from the 1840s to the 1980s, collected from over 55 countries.
You'll find everything from vintage robots and Batman figurines to rare Mickey Mouse collectibles and Marilyn Monroe memorabilia. Some exhibits even feature toys from countries you'd never expect had toy-making industries, like Estonia, Morocco, and Kazakhstan.
The building itself is a purpose-built museum with no windows (to protect the exhibits from UV damage), which means the weather outside becomes completely irrelevant once you step inside. There's also a small cinema showing classic films, so you can easily spend a couple of hours here without feeling rushed.
- Where: MINT Museum of Toys, 26 Seah Street, Singapore 188382
- Cost: $30 per adult
- Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9.30am to 6.30pm
- Best for: Bonding over childhood stories and nostalgia
Brass Lion Distillery: Make your own gin together
If you've ever wondered what goes into crafting a proper gin, Brass Lion's Gin School at 40 Alexandra Terrace is where you find out. It's Singapore's only hands-on gin-making workshop, and it's far more involved than you might expect.
The three-hour session starts with a welcome drink whilst your instructor (quite affectionately called your "gin-structor") explains what you'll be doing. Then comes the fun part: you get your own mini copper still and access to Brass Lion's impressive collection of fresh botanicals. You'll smell, taste, and experiment with different combinations to craft a gin that matches your preferred flavour profile, whether that's floral, citrusy, herbal, or spicy.
The session ends with a gin and tonic made with your creation, served in Brass Lion's Tasting Room. By this point, you've spent three hours working together, learning something genuinely new, and produced something tangible, all in a cosy and refined indoor space. I think that it’s precisely the kind of date that gives you something to talk about for weeks afterwards.
- Where: Brass Lion Distillery, 40 Alexandra Terrace, Singapore 119935
- Price: Around $198 per person (includes welcome drink, your bottle of gin, and a G&T)
- When: Every Saturday at 2pm or book a private session. Book ahead - sessions fill up quickly!
- Best for: Learning an interesting hobby together that gives you personalised take-home gifts.
Creative Workshops: Get your hands dirty (in the best way)
Sometimes the best rainy-day activities involve making something with your hands. Singapore has an impressive array of small-batch creative workshops perfect for couples looking to try something different.
For pottery lovers, places like Taoz Ceramics Studio at Orchard Gateway and The Potters' Guilt at Pearl's Hill Terrace offer beginner-friendly sessions where you'll learn wheel-throwing or hand-building techniques. There's something meditative about working with clay, and the tangible result (a wonky but beloved mug or bowl) becomes a lasting memento of the day.
Perfume-making workshops at spots like Perfumeplay on Bali Lane let you craft your own signature scent. The whole process involves learning about fragrance families, testing different essential oils, and blending them into a perfume that's uniquely yours. It's creative, sensory, and gives you something personal to take home.
These workshops typically run for two to three hours, which is perfect timing for a rainy afternoon. They're also ideal for first date ideas as they give you something to focus on together, taking pressure off constant conversation (while still encouraging natural interaction).
Where:
- Taoz Ceramics Studio, 277 Orchard Road, Orchard Gateway #03-03, Singapore 238858
- The Potters' Guilt, 195 Pearl's Hill Terrace, #01-03, Singapore 168976
- Perfumeplay, 23 Bali Lane, Level 2, Singapore 189859
Cost: Varies by workshop, typically $50 to $150 per person
When rain becomes the best part of your date
Singapore's weather might be unpredictable, but that just means you've got a brilliant excuse to try something different. These cosy hangout spots Singapore has tucked away across the island prove that wet weather date ideas can be better than whatever sun-soaked plans you originally had.
So next time the forecast looks grim, don't cancel. Just… redirect! Your best date might be waiting on the other side of those rain clouds. 
with Love,
The Dateideas Team
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