Seven Changi Airport attractions to include in your social media stories

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Singapore’s Changi Airport has reclaimed the title of World’s Best Airport in the 2025 Skytrax rankings, and many travellers feel it was only a matter of time. After all, this airport is more than a major aviation hub. It has become a destination in its own right. 

Moreover, the variety of attractions within the airport itself offers more than photo opportunities. There are many attractions that will invite you to create short, authentic stories that can reflect the most interesting parts of your journey in the Lion City. 

For travellers looking to capture memorable moments, here are seven Changi Airport attractions that will give you experiences no other airport can match: 

1)  The Rain Vortex

The Rain Vortex is the crown jewel of Jewel Changi, which is located in Terminal 1. At 40 meters tall, this indoor waterfall is already impressive in scale, but what makes it extraordinary for social media is the way it changes with time and light. In the morning, you can shoot serene clips of the water cascading softly under natural daylight. At night, however, the vortex becomes a stage for a light-and-sound show, which will give your videos an otherworldly quality.

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2) The Forest Valley

Surrounding the Rain Vortex is the Forest Valley, one of Asia’s largest indoor gardens. Get close to the leaves and flowers to highlight the tropical biodiversity, or film the way sunlight filters through the glass panels overhead. If you’re shooting video, walk slowly down one of the sloping trails while keeping the waterfall in the background. This creates a smooth transition between nature and architecture, reminding viewers that this garden is part of an airport. It’s a subtle way to show just how unique the experience is.

3) Canopy Park

At the top of Jewel lies Canopy Park, where you can blend play and creativity into your content. For example, stand at the top of the Discovery Slides and frame your shot to include the Forest Valley and Rain Vortex below. Or record a video while you slide down for a playful reel.

The Foggy Bowls are another favourite. Mist rises from shallow concave bowls, making it look like you’re floating among clouds. Kids love it, but adults can also get creative here. Try a slow-motion video of someone running through the mist, or a boomerang of a leap into the fog. This can serve as lighthearted, whimsical content that fits well in any travel story.

For a little challenge, step into the Hedge Maze. As you weave through, record clips that show the winding paths closing behind you. Once you reach the central tower, don’t forget to film the bird’s-eye view of the maze’s design. Nearby, the Mirror Maze creates illusions of endless greenery. If you stand in the right spot, you can capture multiple reflections that make it look like you’re walking through infinite gardens. 

If you prefer something more thrilling, the Walking Net and Bouncing Net are ideal. The Walking Net lets you look down 25 meters through gaps under your feet, so recording from your perspective can give your audience that dizzying, weightless feeling. Meanwhile, the Bouncing Net is perfect for slow-motion clips of you jumping high while suspended eight meters above ground.

4) Butterfly Garden

Moving beyond Jewel, Changi’s other terminals also hold surprises of their own. The Butterfly Garden in Terminal 3 is the first of its kind in an airport, housing hundreds of butterflies in a lush, two-level greenhouse. 

For social media, the colours and movement of the butterflies create natural magic. Instead of only wide shots, wait for a butterfly to land on a flower or perch gently on your hand. A close-up video of delicate wings opening and closing against the greenery will make for some mesmerising content. The garden also has a waterfall, which adds an extra layer of sound and motion to your stories.

5) Orchid Garden and Koi Pond

In Terminal 2, the Orchid Garden offers a quieter but equally photogenic escape. With displays of Singapore’s national flower alongside koi ponds, it’s a place that balances calm and colour. Wide shots of the orchids in bloom work well, but a better approach is to highlight contrasts—bright orchids in front of still water, or koi gliding past beneath them.

6) Sunflower Garden

Up on the roof of Terminal 2, you’ll find the Sunflower Garden. With dozens of vibrant yellow blooms turning toward the sun, this space will add a cheerful splash of colour to your feed. 

Because it’s outdoors, timing matters. Try visiting in the late afternoon when the light is softer and the runway in the background glows with golden tones.

To make the most of the setting, angle your camera low so the sunflowers fill the frame, with planes taxiing in the distance. This blend of nature and aviation is unique to Changi and works especially well in short panoramic videos.

7) The Slide

Finally, don’t leave without trying The Slide in Terminal 3. At four storeys tall, it is the world’s tallest slide inside an airport. Beyond the thrill, it’s an attraction that adds energy to your content. Record your descent with a GoPro or phone securely strapped, and you’ll have a dynamic clip that stands out from the usual travel posts.

If you’re filming from outside, position yourself near the bottom to capture friends or family shooting out of the slide with wide smiles. The combination of speed, surprise, and laughter will make it one of the most shareable moments you can create in Changi.

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Changi Airport: Where Travel Becomes Content

Changi Airport is no longer just a place you pass through. It's a destination designed to turn every moment of your stay into an unforgettable experience. From capturing the magnificence of the Rain Vortex to the whimsical charm of its themed gardens, you'll find countless opportunities to craft content that's as unique and unforgettable as your travels. This makes your time at Changi worth capturing and sharing with the world.