Marine Cove at East Coast Park is a hub that attracts plenty of people, especially families, not only because it has a row of eateries and restaurants but because of the Marine Cove playground.
This current version of Marine Cove opened in 2016 after two years of redevelopment works from the pervious version. It was one of the first few hubs along East Coast Park to sport an open-concept look where people could look out towards the sea.
And before there was the play tower at Coastal PlayGrove, there was the Marine Cove playground which perfectly complemented the various family-friendly dining outlet at this East Coast Park hub.
Marine Cove is spread over a whopping 21,500 square metres and is designed to be a recreational space for families. There are thoughtful features incorporated into the space. When visiting, you may notice that the footpaths leading to Marine Cove are intentionally broader to accommodate baby strollers and wheelchairs.
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Marine Cove Playground: Climbing & Play Opportunities
For families and kids, the highlight of Marine Cove is its outdoor children’s playground. Centred around the play tower, the playground actually has several different play areas.
At 3,500 square metre, the Marina Cove playground will keep kids from the ages of two to 12 years old occupied with oodles and oodles of fun.
The Marine Cove playground is anchored by an impressive eight-metre-tall, bright red, play tower.
Did you know that the tower is modelled after a lighthouse and accessible by a funnel net in the middle. The tower features three slides set at different levels for kids to swoosh down. One comes down from the side of the tower while another slide passes through the ground at the rear of the tower to deliver excited kids to the back play area.
The main slide, found on the front of the tower, is wide enough to accommodate two kids coming down at the same time.
Kids Play
What we think is quite cool is that there is a suspended rope bridge that leads out from the tower. This rope bridge is quite long. Kids can make their way through the bridge to two “crows’ nests”. We like to think of it as a secret escape route from the tall tower. The bridge ends in a cargo net that leads back to terra firma.
Triangular tarps form a canopy over the slides, providing some measure of shade for the kids playing at the main tower at the Marine Cove playground.
An interesting piece of play equipment is a roller conveyor belt. Kids can slide along this roller platform. However, watch their heads as they move through the conveyor platform.
Unfortunately, some of the play equipment, such as two of the three circular basket swings at the play tower, are in need of maintenance.
Toddler Play Area at the Marine Cove Playground
Just beside the main play tower, there is a small toddler play area with smaller structures that are less intimidating for younger kids. Some of the play equipment is also in need of maintenance.
Toddlers can also head to a small mosaic alcove with designs of marine creatures on the walls.
Even More Play Spots at the Marine Cove Playground
There is even more at the Marine Cove playground with other play spots around the playground.
Kids can scale a rope pyramid located behind the main play tower.
There are also swings where kids can kick up their feet into the air. For those who want to have a “bundle” of fun together, there is also a green basket swing that they can pile in and sway about in.
Kids can also make their way around a quirky slope with bumps that looks like it was transplanted from the surface of Mars.
This leads to a climbing dome. There are also sound tubes located here to encourage kids to interact with others.
A wavy walkway, which looks like pump track as you would find at Cyclist Park, is another fun spot where kids can get active.
Marine Cove Food & Restaurants
The other big reason that many people gravitate to Marine Cove is because of the five food options and restaurants available here. Amongst these are familiar names as well as some more local brands.
McDonald’s East Coast Park
At the end of the row of restaurant closest to the East Coast Park Service Road is McDonald’s. There was once a McDonald’s Drive-thru at East Coast Park but that is long gone. Instead, you can dine-in at this East Coast Park McDonald’s outlet. There are both indoor and outdoor dining areas, as is the case at all the Marine Cove restaurants.
Address: Marine Cove, 1000 East Coast Parkway, #01-05, Singapore 449876
My Briyani House
Operated by Mr Teh Tarik, My Briyani House is where you can find honest local fare that will satisfy your tummy and your palate at the same time. Obviously the go-to dish here is briyani and you can order a double lamb shank briyani for two to share. Prata is also on the menu plus you have to wash it down with a delicious teh tarik, of course!
Where: Marine Cove, 1000 East Coast Parkway, #01-04, Singapore 449876
East Coast Commune
East Coast Commune is a light and breezy cafe that invites you to sit back and enjoy the vibes. The outlet serves coffee along with juices that go along with sandwiches and baked goods. You can enjoy brunch over at East Coast Commune with menu items like a full breakfast and steak & eggs. They do have pasta dishes along with small bites. For something sweet, you can order a fresh sourdough waffle too. There is a little library area within East Coast Commune.
Address: Marine Cove, 1000 East Coast Parkway #01-03, Singapore 449876
Tash Tish Tosh
Mussels, calamari rings, tashookah are all on the menu at Tash Tish Tosh. However, the signature dish at this Marine Cove food outlet is the signature red bone toolang or mutton bone. Or you can also order it as a Battleship for some tasty pastry to go along with the meat.
Address: Marine Cove, 1000 East Coast Parkway #01-02, Singapore 449876
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Marine Cove
The ambience at Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Marine Cove is warm and welcoming. Indoors, there is a mix of table seating and comfy, cushioned lounge chairs. There is an outdoor seating area too. The menu at Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Marine Cove is pretty much the standard fare of hot and cold beverages, cakes and sandwiches.
Address: Marine Cove, 1000 East Coast Parkway #01-01, Singapore 449876
Marine Cove: A Hub At East Coast Park for All Ages
With all these options available, it is no wonder that many gravitate to Marine Cove, more so than other spots such as Parkland Green. It is also useful to know that Marine Cove is not to far away from Raintree Cove as well.
How to Get to Marine Cove
You will find Marine Cove located at East Coast Park Area C and accessible via East Coast Park Service Road. It is a five-minute walk from the underpass linking Marine Terrace to Car Park C3.
The closest car parks are Car Park C3 and C2.
