Puzzletopia
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Title: Our Puzzle Library (Puzzletopia) | Project Enigma
URL Source: https://www.projectenigma.org/puzzletopia
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Welcome to the ultimate playground for puzzle enthusiasts of all ages! Come and experience the ultimate puzzle adventure at Puzzletopia - where the fun never ends!
Discover the Joy of Puzzling!
Immerse yourself in a world of wonder and curiosity as you explore our vast collection of over 3000 mechanical puzzles, logic games, enigmatic objects, and other fascinating curiosities from around the world.
With something for everyone, Puzzletopia is the perfect destination to unleash your inner puzzle solver, challenge your mind, and discover the joy of puzzling. This is Southeast Asia's 1st puzzle museum & library!
Membership
----------49.90$
Perfect for repeat visitors. Enjoy a 33% discount across all modes of puzzling
Valid for one year
- Discounted Facil-led Rates
- Discounted Self-directed Rates
- Discounted Take-home Rates
Choose Your Adventure!
Facil-led
Self-directed
Mechanical Puzzles
Fee per item per day
Puzzle Games
Fee per item per day
Take-home
Mechanical Puzzles
Rent per item per day
Puzzle Games
Rent per item per day
1. Facil-led
Crack as many puzzles as you can with the close guidance of our puzzle masters. Have hands-on with puzzles from the major categories we have in our collection. Typically, newcomers get to try 20-30 puzzles in 2 hours, worth $600-$900 in retail. Ideal for families, friends, and colleagues as a bonding and brain workout session.
2. Self-directed
Lounge for as long as you want and pay just for the puzzles you play with. Minimal guidance will be provided. Ideal for enthusiasts, experts, and return visitors to Puzzletopia as a regular hobby activity, or for those who want to have a flavour for puzzling before deciding further.
3. Take-home
Bring back puzzles to solve at your own pace and own place. Borrow up to 4 Mechanical Puzzles or 2 Puzzle Games at one time for 7 days, and pay upon return. A returnable deposit of $49.90/loan is required for non-members. Ideal for those who want to puzzle at their own convenient location and desired duration.
Amenities
Air-conditioned space
Cosy puzzling area with swivel chairs and desks
Bright lighting
Background music
Recharging points
Accessible toilet
FREE canned drinks
Free snacks
Fine(r) Print
No entry fee as long as no puzzles are played
All Sessions are supervised and guided by default. You may request to puzzle without assistance if you prefer to
Up to 10 visitors allowed at any one time but not more to ensure all visitors have a pleasant experience
Recommended to book online. You may also walk in for a session, but subject to availability
You may book on behalf of others, just indicate in the notes at checkout
Standard pricing for weekday and weekend/PH
Session Perks
Kids below 3 to be accompanied by an adult (>18yo) who will get FREE entry
Kids aged 3-6 to be accompanied by an adult (>18yo) who will need to pay for entry.
Senior citizens above 60 and Blue CHAS card holders can enjoy 10% OFF
Claim a FREE puzzle by solving at least 10 puzzles in your first visit
Get one FREE puzzle rental (deposit still required) by doing one of the following:
Collect our loyalty card and clock 10 visits at Puzzletopia to claim a mystery puzzle!
Other Available Services
Selected items are available for purchase (from $2.90 - $39.90). We buy your old mechanical puzzles purchased from elsewhere. Bring them down to Puzzletopia and exchange for cash, est. 10-50% of original cost. SparkBox self-pickup and puzzle selection ($5 cash back for subscribers). PuzzleHour Package (regular classes held at Puzzletopia).
Dos & Don'ts
Handle all puzzles with care. Majority of the puzzles do not require force to solve. Play with one puzzle at a time and return it to its spot before picking up another. Running, climbing, and leaning on shelving units is not allowed within the space. Please inform staff before taking out any premium puzzles from behind glass. You may walk about the room to choose puzzles you would like to solve.
Terms & Conditions
No refunds will be given after booking is made. However, you may change your slot to another timing, give your slot to another person, or transfer your payment to another offering. In case of a delayed start, session duration will not be extended. If you cannot attend your booked slot, alert us 24hrs beforehand and we would be happy to make alternate arrangements. Due to fine craftsmanship, limited release, lean procurement, and international shipping our puzzles are generally not cheap. Please alert us if you notice any significant damage on the puzzles before you start playing with them. In case of a damage, we will assess the item's functionality and request a fee accordingly.
Puzzletopia @ Clarke Quay
Head down to Puzzletopia and unleash your inner puzzle solver!
We are now conveniently located in the heart of the civic district, along the Singapore River, near other attractions such as the Asian Civilisations Museum, National Gallery Singapore, and The Arts House.
Opening Hours
10 am - 6 pm (Wed - Sun)
Closed Mon-Tues
Address
20 Upper Circular Road, #01-55/56,
The Riverwalk, Singapore 058416
Getting There
Nearest MRT: Clarke Quay (NE5) MRT Station 1 min away, Other nearby stations: Raffles Place (NS26 / EW14) 5 mins away, Fort Canning (DT20), City Hall (NS25 / EW13)
Nearest Bus Stops: Hill St - High St Ctr (04229) Services: 12, 12e, 147, 190, 2, 33, Opp Clarke Quay Stn (04239) Services: 12, 12e, 147, 190, 2, 33, 54
Nearest Parking: Open-air carpark along Upper Circular Rd, multi-storey carpark attached to The Riverwalk building, or the High Street Centre carpark
If you need help finding us, call us at 8830 9206!
Puzzletopia @ Tiong Bahru
We have recently expanded! Puzzletopia@Tiong Bahru serves as a library and event space for larger groups.
It is conveniently located at Henderson CC. Henderson CC is near Tiong Bahru Plaza and Bukit Merah View Market & Hawker Centre.
Opening Hours (*Appointments only)
10 am - 6 pm (Mon-Sun)
Address
500 Bukit Merah View, Singapore 159682 #01-04
Getting There
Nearest MRT: Tiong Bahru MRT (8 minutes walk)
Nearest Bus Stops: Take bus 851,16 From opposite Tiong Bahru MRT. (Alight after two stops at opposite block 95c and walk to Henderson CC)
Nearest Parking: Coffee shop Opposite Henderson CC and block 156A
If you need help finding us, call us at 8944 5526
Sciencetopia | Puzzletopia @ Farrer Park
Sciencetopia, the new ultimate experimental ground for science learners, will be opening its doors side-by-side Puzzletopia in City Square Mall!
Sciencetopia is a hands-on edutainment center for future scientists and engineers. We use tactile novelty toys to encourage children to wonder, think, and create:
Science - Physics toys or curiosities
Technology - Coding games
Engineering - Model kits
Arts - DIY projects
Mathematics - Classic Puzzles
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Coming Soon in Dec 2024
MindBlowInc @ Ang Mo Kio
Unlock a year of awe-inspiring play at MindBlowInc, with a curated collection of puzzles and STEAM toys, suitable for young and old, refreshed monthly.
Get an early-bird Monthly Pass at $108 (individual) or $348 (family of four) which entitles you to 12 visits, one hour each, made anytime in 2025.
Experience a completely different set of curiosities every month!
Coming Soon in Jan 2025
Example Puzzles
Here are some of the puzzles you can get your hands on.
3D Packing Problem
Objective
There are 8 log pieces in total. 7 in the box. 1 last piece in the compartment built into the box. Its a breeze to fit 7 logs in the box. The last piece is the hard part. Give it a go!
Skills Involved
Assembly
Make specific shapes from puzzle pieces.
Skills involved:
Visualisation, Pattern recognition, Manipulation
Puzzle Genres
Disassembly
Divide the puzzle into its constituent pieces.
Skills involved:
Pattern recognition, Manipulation
Interlocking
Take apart interlocking pieces, then put them back together.
Skills involved:
Analytical thinking, Visualisation, Manipulation
Disentanglement
Disentangle a part of the puzzle from the rest of it and tangle it back.
Skills involved:
Observation, Analytical thinking, Manipulation
Sequential Movement
Reach a predetermined goal through a series of moves.
Skills involved:
Logical thinking, Memory, Manipulation
Dexterity
Delicately balance and diligently manoeuvre objects around.
Skills involved:
Hand-eye coordination, Spatial reasoning, Motor skill
Benefits of Puzzling
Develop fine motor skills & hand-eye coordination
Develop problem solving abilities
Improve spatial perception through visualization exercises
Reduce screen time: an alternative to digital entertainment
Train perseverance and resilience to setbacks
Fun social activity with family & friends
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