Attractions At The Singapore Botanic Gardens For A Breathtaking Nature Trip

Nestled in the heart of the urban area is a blossoming spot known as the Singapore Botanic Gardens. It’s home to hundreds and thousands of plants, including a wide variety of trees, shrubs, and flowering plants. To say it’s beautiful is an understatement as this also happens to be the first and only botanical garden recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

In addition to roaming the park’s lush greenery and admiring the rare orchids, you can also go on a hiking trail, have a picnic on the grounds, and learn more about the flora at the botanical art gallery. There’s so much to do and discover at the Singapore Botanic Gardens – no wonder it’s one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Here are some of the most inspiring Singapore Botanic Gardens events and attractions to look out for.

The Singapore Botanic Gardens’ sanctuary of orchids is a sight to behold, with over 1000 species and 2000 hybrids on exhibit.

What once was a research facility to study and propagate rare plant species now houses the largest collection of orchids in Singapore. It recently underwent a renovation by adding a tropical Montane Orchidetum, enhancing the Yuen Peng McNeice Bromeliad Collection, and upgrading the Tan Hoon Siang Mist House.

Nearest entrance: Tyersall Gate Entrance

Opening Hours: 8:30am - 7pm daily (Last Entry at 6pm)

Admission: FREE for Children below 12 years old. Standard Adult tickets cost SG$15, while Standard Senior and Student tickets cost SG$5.

Nature remixed is a sound project by Sistrum that’s ongoing until January 07, 2023. It’s a Singapore Botanic Gardens event that offers you an even more immersive experience at the park using layered voice, space, text, and soundscapes. Think of it as listening to nature’s podcast. There’s also the option to access the sonic project online in case you’re interested.

Venue: Various locations across Singapore Botanic Gardens / Online

Admission: FREE

Who would’ve thought we’d ever be interested to see a variety of ginger species and sizes? The white or pink-colored flowers in particular set a romantic tone, which makes it an ideal date spot for couples. This attraction at the Singapore Botanic Gardens features a scenic waterfall and a pool filled with huge giant water lilies that are beautifully illuminated at night.

Nearest entrance: Tyersall Gate Entrance

Admission: FREE

Swan Lake is a historic attraction at the Singapore Botanic Gardens that dates to 1866. A pair of lovely Amsterdam mute swans grace the lake and will provide you with a great photo opportunity. The plants, fish, and water monitor lizards that habituate Swan Lake add to the charm of the area. Walking is more convenient as there are very few traffic jams along this route.

Nearest entrance: Tanglin Gate Entrance

Admission: FREE

The idea behind the Evolution Garden was to demonstrate how some plants had evolved over time as they adapted to their surroundings. It’s an informative and picturesque tour where you’ll be introduced to a variety of plants from different periods. No dinosaurs will be in sight but you’ll get to visualize what lifeless earth would look like when wandering the trails.

Nearest entrance: Nassim Gate Entrance

Admission: FREE

The Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden was named after one of Singapore’s pioneers in horticulture and is Asia’s first garden devoted entirely to children. It’s a play zone where young adventurers can interact with other kids and learn how to care for nature. Bring your kids here and let their imaginations run free!

Nearest entrance: Bukit Timah Gate Entrance

Opening Hours: 8am - 7pm (Last entry 6:30pm) Closed every Monday unless it falls on a Public Holiday.

Admission: FREE for children up to 14 years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

While we’re sure you wouldn’t mind frolicking around Singapore Botanic Gardens’ grounds all day, we still recommend checking out the Botanical Art Gallery.

As the country’s first permanent botanical art exhibition, you’ll get to view over 2,000 fascinating paintings, sketches, line drawings, and photographs documenting the plants of Singapore. After gathering inspiration, head to the activity room to create your own botanical artwork.

Nearest entrance: Gallop Gate Entrance

Opening hours: 9am - 6pm (Closed every last Thursday of the Month)

Admission: FREE

Find a comfortable spot at the Palm Valley and lounge under a collection of palm trees. This serene hangout spot is ideal for an afternoon read or picnic with loved ones. On select days, you can watch live performances by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra on the lake’s stage. What could be more grounding than listening to classical music out in nature?

Stay tuned for upcoming Singapore Botanic Gardens events on their website.

Nearest entrance: Nassim Gate Entrance

Admission: FREE

The Singapore Botanic Gardens is free to explore, except for the National Orchid Garden. It's a wonderful place to visit if you're looking for an opportunity to spend some time outdoors and appreciate the Gardens.

Address: 1 Cluny Rd, Singapore 259569

Contact: +65 6471 7138 | nparks_sbg_visitor_services@nparks.gov.sg

Opening Hours: 5am-12am (Mon-Sun)

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