Singapore Botanic Gardens

The history of Singapore Botanic Gardens began in 1822 when Sir Stamford Raffles established a botanical and experimental garden on Government Hill (now known as Fort Canning Hill).

He had planned to cultivate economic crops such as cocoa and nutmeg. However, due to lack of funding, the garden was closed in 1829.

It was re-opened 30 years later at the present site as a private park by an agri-horticultural society.

In 1875, the park was taken over by the government.

The Singapore Botanic Gardens has come a long way since its beginnings as an experimental garden. Today, the tropical botanic garden is one of Singapore's main tourist attractions as well as an important centre for botanical research.

Take your time to explore the garden's immense tropical plant collections spread over 52 hectares including highlights such as the Evolution Garden, Ginger Garden and National Orchid Garden.

There is even a library with a public reference centre that is open to the general public for those interested in learning more about botany and horticulture.

Singapore Botanic Gardens also conducts educational workshops and tours for both children and adults.

If you are lucky, you may even get to catch a performance or two at the Symphony Lake amidst the lush tropical greenery.

Shop for beautiful orchid-inspired souvenirs at the RISIS store and bring home a piece of the tropical garden before you leave.

Address
1 Cluny Road Singapore 259569

Tel: (65) 6471 7361 / (65) 6471 7138
Fax: (65) 6473 7983

Opening Hours
Daily: 5.00am - 12.00am

Admission
Free

Getting There
By Bus:
Along Holland Road: SBS (7, 105, 123, 174) / SMRT (75, 77, 106)
Along Bukit Timah Road: SBS (66, 151, 153, 154) / SMRT (67, 171)

As bus services are subject to change, please refer to SBS Transit for latest information.

Website
Singapore Botanic Gardens

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