Gardens by the Bay
A stunning 101-hectare garden featuring iconic Supertrees, themed gardens, and conservatories showcasing plants from around the world. It's a masterpiece of modern landscape design and one of Asia's most visited attractions.
Things to do
- Supertree Grove Walking — Stroll beneath the iconic 25–50 metre tall Supertrees adorned with thousands of plants, which light up in a spectacular nightly light show.
- Supertree Canopy Walk — Experience a suspended walkway 22 metres above ground connecting two Supertrees for panoramic views of the gardens and Marina Bay.
- Cloud Forest Exploration — Explore a cooled conservatory featuring a dramatic 35-metre indoor waterfall, exotic plants, and misty forest pathways.
- Flower Dome Visit — Walk through the world's largest single-span glass conservatory displaying Mediterranean and semi-arid plant collections across seasonal themed displays.
- Themed Garden Tours — Discover specialised gardens including the Chinese Garden, Japanese Garden, and Succulent Garden each offering distinct horticultural and design styles.
- Sunset Photography at Bay South — Position yourself at the Bay South waterfront for golden-hour shots of the Supertrees and Marina Bay skyline.
- Evening Light Show — Return after dark to witness the Supertree nightly illumination and musical light performance (30 minutes, twice nightly).
Food to try
- Singapore Laksa — A rich coconut-based noodle soup with turmeric, spices, and toppings of prawns or chicken available at the gardens' food courts and cafés.
- Chilli Crab — Fresh mud crab coated in a spicy tomato and chilli gravy, a Singapore signature dish served at waterfront dining venues near the gardens.
- Satay Skewers — Grilled meat skewers with peanut dipping sauce, a popular Singaporean street food sold at casual eateries throughout the garden precinct.
- Local Kopi and Kaya Toast — Strong local coffee paired with buttered toast spread with sweet kaya (coconut egg jam), a beloved Singaporean breakfast experience available at garden cafés.
- Char Kway Teow — Stir-fried rice noodles with soy sauce, cockles, Chinese sausage, and bean sprouts found at food stalls near the Bay South entrance.
Local customs & good to know
- Dress for Equatorial Heat — Wear lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sunscreen; the gardens offer limited shade and midday temperatures regularly exceed 30°C.
- Book Conservatory Tickets in Advance — Flower Dome and Cloud Forest have entry fees and can reach capacity during peak hours; purchasing tickets online avoids queues and ensures entry.
- Respect Garden Preservation Rules — Do not touch plants, pick flowers, or stray from marked pathways; the gardens invest heavily in botanical conservation and visitor conduct directly impacts plant health.
- Plan Around Light Show Timings — The Supertree nightly light show runs at set times (typically 7:45 pm and 8:45 pm); arrive early to secure good viewing spots near the Grove.