Singapore is known as a playground for the rich.
What do rich people do in Singapore?
Let’s explore the activities and interests of the wealthy, and tips to enjoy the same activities without breaking the bank.
This article was written by a Financial Horse Contributor.
1) Golf (SICC, Sentosa, TMCC, Laguna)
Golf is probably the most steoreotypical activity of the rich.
Tee times + networking at the island’s most coveted fairways is definitely a pastime of the rich in Singapore.
Prices: Sentosa & SICC resale memberships are in the six figures
Fun facts: Sentosa hosts tour-level events; SICC dates to the 1890s—heritage + network density.
Budget plays:
- Weekday guest slots or group clinics (3–4 pax) instead of membership
- Sim-golf bays for reps
- Buy used clubs on Carousell
2) Yachting & Southern Islands Days (ONE°15, Keppel, Lazarus)
Four-hour charters to Lazarus/St John’s is a luxury that we can enjoy all year round in Singapore.
Enjoy skyline sunsets back past CBD.
Prices: Typical 45–60 ft weekday charters ~S$1.7k–3k for 4 hours; bigger boats/weekends cost more.
Fun facts: Smooth-coated otters show up around the marinas—prime “only-in-SG” photo ops.
Budget plays:
- Shared charters (pay per seat), weekday slots, BYO food.
- 8–12 pax split; 4-hour over full-day.
- Public ferry to St John’s/Lazarus + curated picnic; or guided kayak along the skyline.
3) Michelin Dining & Chef’s Counters
Singapore is a foodie heaven.
Our dining scene is choke full of michelin restaurants e.g. (Odette, Les Amis, Waku Ghin)
Prices: Flagship tasting menus often S$400–600+; pairings can double spend.
Fun facts: Counter menus and pop-ups rotate fast—collectors literally “chase menus.”
Budget plays:
- Michelin Bib Gourmand
- Lunch tastings vs dinner; by-the-glass flights over full pairings.
- Track pop-ups/collabs; value is best when chefs experiment.
- Bistronomy counters; cook-along classes for technique without the bill.
4) Contemporary Art
Singapore has a thriving art scene that should be explored.
Dive into the art scene at ART SG, Gillman Barracks and auctions.
Prices: Remember buyer’s premium on top of hammer for auctions; pro storage/logistics add up.
Fun facts: ART SG’s attendance shows SG is now a serious regional hub; galleries court first-time buyers actively.
Budget plays:
- Start with editioned prints/photography; buy at grad shows/project spaces.
- Do guided fair tours to learn pricing before bidding.
- Budget framing + storage; rent art for home/office if commitment-shy.
5) Watch Collecting
Watch collecting is a long-time hobby of the wealthy.
Allocation hunts at ADs, grey-market timing, indie discovery are all part of watch enthusiasts routines.
Prices: Sports-steel at retail vs secondary can diverge; Singapore listings often show a mid-teens S$k spread for popular models.
Fun facts: Spreads widen/compress quickly—market indices track watches like equities now.
Budget plays:
- Buy pre-owned with box/papers/service history.
- Microbrands and ’90s/’00s neo-vintage for value.
6) Supercars + Racing
Singapore is one of the most expensive countries to own a car in the world.
Yet, supercars are common place in the city.
Singapore also has several supercar clubs.
| Club | Type | Who can join | Typical activities | Notable note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrari Owners’ Club Singapore (FOCS) | Marque | Ferrari owners | Drives, socials, benefits | Official Ferrari owners’ club in SG; established 1999. (Ferrari) |
| Lamborghini Club Singapore (LCS) | Marque | Lamborghini owners | Driving tours, gatherings, brand events | Official Lamborghini club; ~100 members; officially recognised July 2023. (Lamborghini.com) |
| Porsche Club Singapore (PCS) | Marque | Porsche owners | Motoring, social & charity events | Official Porsche Club affiliate; membership >500. (porscheclub.org.sg) |
| McLaren Owners Club Singapore (MOCS) | Marque | McLaren owners | Drives, trackdays, launches | Active 2025 membership drive; first-year membership often bundled via dealer programs. (Facebook) |
| Aston Martin Owners Club – Singapore (AMOC) | Marque | Aston Martin owners | Breakfast drives, regional tours, F1-week activities | Singapore section listed by AMOC; events tied to SG Grand Prix in 2025. (amoc.org) |
| Bentley Owners Club Singapore (BOCS) | Marque | Bentley owners | Socials, drives, galas | Active local club; 10th-anniversary features covered in 2025. (bocs.sg) |
| Supercars Ladies Club (SLC) | Multi-marque (women) | Women supercar owners | Gala events, drives, community | Singapore’s all-women supercar club marked its 2nd anniversary in 2025. (Grazia Singapore) |
| Trofeo Supercars Club Singapore | Multi-marque | Owners by invite/curation | City events, Sentosa showcases | Active in 2025 with Sentosa/SG60 appearances. (Instagram) |
| Cars & Kopi Singapore | Multi-marque (enthusiast) | Open/curated meetups | Morning meets, tours, features | Community meets since 2013; frequent SG posts and events. (Instagram) |
Prices: Cat B COE is six-figures before car; Sepang open-track slots are inexpensive, full rentals are not.
Fun facts: Coaching + fresh rubber often cut lap time more than horsepower.
Budget plays:
- Rent at track with a coach; don’t torch your own tyres/brakes.
- Weekday open sessions; split instructor with a buddy.
- Sim racing/karting for cheaper skill building.
7) Private Members’ Clubs (Tower Club, 67 Pall Mall, Mandala)
Private members’ clubs are scattered discretly across the island.
Deal flow meets dining rooms—and reciprocity abroad.
Prices: Joining/dues range from low-thousands to mid-thousands; reciprocity lists can be the real value.
Fun facts: Wine clubs offer serious by-the-glass programs; some general clubs churn—negotiate trials.
Budget plays:
- Guest invitations first; attend 2 flagship events before deciding.
- Choose reciprocal networks you’ll actually use (HK/London).
- Ask for trial months/term memberships with F&B credits.
- Alternatives: cowork + F&B clubs, hotel lounge status, industry societies.
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8) Wine & Whisky (cellars, tastings, masterclasses)
Wine is another big pastime for the rich.
Prices: Professional storage from per-bottle monthly; masterclasses commonly S$35–90++ per seat.
Fun facts: In SG’s humidity, labels mold/corks shift without control—professional storage pays for itself.
Budget plays:
- Flights > full bottles; split rare bottles 6–8 ways at home.
- Keep a drink / cellar / trade split; don’t “invest” what you can’t store.
- Use per-bottle storage until your style is clear.
- Hunt no-corkage nights, warehouse sales, half-bottles.
9) Padel / Pickleball / Tennis
Tennis is a classic hobby of the rich.
Nowadays, pickleball is dominating in popularity.
Prices: Padel courts often ~S$80–100/hr; public pickleball ~S$5–10/hr.
Fun facts: Doubles-by-default = built-in networking
Budget plays:
- The four-storey Kallang Tennis Hub features seven indoor courts, twelve outdoor courts and two junior-sized courts.
- Book public courts off-peak; coach-led socials for skills + matchmaking.
- Used/demo gear; split private lessons 2–4 pax.
- Social leagues for reps + community.
10) Angel Investing & Philanthropy
The wealthy focus a lot of their time and energy in giving back, and also cultivating new talent through angel investing.
| Fixture | When (2025) | Cause / Beneficiaries | Format | How to join |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President’s Challenge (umbrella) | Year-round; PA Cares launch 5 Oct | Multi-beneficiary (national) | Community events + annual TV telethon (“President’s Challenge Night”, Oct window) | Donate/volunteer via PC; attend launch & satellite events. (President’s Challenge) |
| SGX Cares Bull Charge – Charity Futsal | Sat, 27 Sep | Vulnerable communities via SGX Cares | Corporate futsal | Sponsor/register teams. (sgxgroup.com) |
| SGX Cares Bull Charge – Charity Run | Late Oct (TBC) | Same as above | Mass run + C-suite challenge | Register corporate/individual; watch official date drop. (MetaSport) |
| Community Chest Heartstrings Walk | Sat, 6 Sep | Social services (NCSS) | Evening bayfront walk | Register/donate; part of Sands for SG festival. (Community Chest Heartstrings Walk 2025) |
| Sands for Singapore Charity Festival | 24 Jul–7 Sep; key wknd 5–7 Sep | Multiple partners | Festival markets, dining give-backs | Attend, buy “giving” items, donate. (Marina Bay Sands) |
| Pink Ribbon Walk (Breast Cancer Foundation) | Sat, 11 Oct (5–9pm) | Breast cancer awareness/support | Evening walk at OCBC Square | Buy tickets, set up fundraising. (Breast Cancer Foundation (BCF)) |
| Run for Hope (NCCS & Four Seasons) | Sun, 23 Nov (6:30am) | Cancer research (NCCS) | 5/10km at Marina Barrage | Register; individual/corporate teams; fundraise. (runforhopesg.com) |
| ChildAid (The Straits Times/BT) | Nov 29–30 | Youth arts & child welfare funds | Annual concert (Esplanade) | Buy tickets; donate. (Instagram) |
| National Gallery Singapore Gala | Sat, 13 Sep | Arts & access | Black-tie gala + auction | Purchase seats/tables; bid. (National Gallery Singapore) |
| ACRES Gala | Sat, 16 Aug | Wildlife/animal welfare | Charity dinner | Buy seats; donate via Giving.sg. (ACRES) |
| Hair for Hope (Children’s Cancer Foundation) | Jul 26–27 | Childhood cancer support | Mass head-shave at VivoCity | Shave, pledge, or donate. (Facebook) |
| WWF Earth Hour Festival (SG) | Sat, 22 Mar | Environment/climate | Day festival + 8:30pm “Switch Off” | Attend festival; pledge an hour. (WWF-Singapore) |
| SG Cares Giving Week (NVPC) | Late Nov–early Dec (annual) | Cross-sector giving | Nationwide “week of giving” | List causes on Giving.sg; run matched drives. (2025 details TBC). (nvpc.org.sg) |
| Boys’ Brigade Share-a-Gift | Nov–Dec (annual) | Families in need | Grocery & gift collection/delivery | Purchase & deliver items; volunteer. (BB) |
Prices: Syndicate min tickets typically five figures SGD; opening a named DAF is a six-figure commitment.
Fun facts: DAFs let you donate now, grant later—useful in high-income years.
Budget plays:
- Start with small cheques and treat Year 1 as tuition.
- Ask for observer rights or structured updates in sectors you can help.
- For giving, join pooled circles or contribute to an existing DAF.
- Mentor hours and skills-based volunteering if cash-light.
11) Diving & Liveaboards
Diving liveaboards in Indonesia’s Komodo and Raja Ampat offer unparalleled opportunities to explore diverse marine ecosystems, with liveaboard travel maximizing time in the water through multiple dives per day.
Prices: Liveaboards range from mid-thousands USD for 7–10 nights; SG refresher courses around low-hundreds SGD.
Fun facts: Detours to pearl farms and “walking shark” night dives are core memories.
Budget plays:
- Refresher + local day trips before long liveaboards.
- Rent cameras/lights; photo rigs are the real money sink.
- Shoulder seasons and 3–5 night itineraries deliver 80% of the wow.
- Tioman/Perhentian weekends for low-cost saltwater.
12) Hosting Chef’s Tables at Home
Bring the restaurant (and sommelier) to your dining room.
The rich love hosting intimate parties for their friends and family.
Prices: Casual private-chef menus often ~S$95–150/pax; bespoke omakase at home ~S$400+ /pax.
Fun facts: The winning formula is a tight 6–10 pax, one “showpiece” course, and a 3-vintage vertical.
Budget plays:
- 10–12 pax scale; hire a chef for one hero course, DIY starters/dessert.
- Theme the bottles; guests bring side bottles.
- Selective rentals (glassware/chargers) instead of full kit.
Any hobbies we missed? Share in the comments below!
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