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Palm Valley in the Singapore Botanic Gardens, a large lawn filled with palms, popular with picnics and enjoying concerts in Symphony Lake

Photo: Calvin teo, CC BY-SA 3.0, cropped

Free · Dempsey, Tanglin & Holland

Singapore Botanic Gardens

A UNESCO-listed garden with an orchid collection and swan lake.

About Singapore Botanic Gardens

Singapore's first UNESCO World Heritage Site is a peaceful, shady escape just past the end of Orchard Road.

Join the locals for an early-morning walk before the heat sets in.

Highlights

  • UNESCO site
  • Orchid garden
  • Rainforest trail

Insider tips

  • Enter via Tanglin Gate from Orchard
  • Have breakfast at the café by Swan Lake

Frequently asked questions

Where is Singapore Botanic Gardens?
Singapore Botanic Gardens is at 1 Cluny Road, Singapore 259569, in Dempsey, Tanglin & Holland. The map link on this page gives directions.
Is Singapore Botanic Gardens free to visit?
Yes, Singapore Botanic Gardens is free to visit.
How long do I need at Singapore Botanic Gardens?
Allow about 2–3 hours.
When is the best time to visit Singapore Botanic Gardens?
Early morning.
Any tips for visiting Singapore Botanic Gardens?
Enter via Tanglin Gate from Orchard. Have breakfast at the café by Swan Lake.

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