Guide to the Colourful and Futuristic Gardens by the Bay in Singapore

When in Singapore, a visit to Gardens by the Bay is a no-brainer. This majestic attraction makes you feel like you’re stepping into a different world (like Pandora!) with its massive Supertrees, futuristic domes, and three waterfront gardens. Gardens by the Bay offers attractions for all kinds of visitors.

There are heaps of outdoor parks and indoor amenities that you can visit to reconnect with nature. And, to think that the area it stands on was all sea before (Gardens by the Bay in Singapore stands on reclaimed land)!

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Gardens by the Bay Singapore is famous for its surreal architecture, and it’s not hard to see why—you’ve probably seen its iconic layout: the huge Supertrees and the lush greenery surrounding it. Gardens by the Bay also dedicates itself to environmental sustainability to make sure that it keeps its biodomes powered up with energy and water. 

Did you know that it also is a hotspot for biodiversity? Heaps of flora and fauna thrive in Gardens by the Bay’s wetlands, between the Lotus Pond and Kingfisher Lake. Now, that’s an oasis in the middle of Singapore's concrete jungle!

You can find Gardens by the Bay Singapore at 18 Marina Gardens Drive, next to the Marina Reservoir. If you're bringing your car, you can park at either the basement car park by the Main Entrance or the open-air car parks at The Meadow, Bayfront Plaza, Satay by the Bay, or Bay East Garden.

Planning to take public transport while you're there? The Bayfront MRT Station is the closest MRT station to Gardens by the Bay. Once you're there, take Exit B and follow the underground linkway until you reach the Dragonfly Bridge or Meadow Bridge.

Can't wait to visit all the attractions at Gardens by the Bay? Tickets can be pre-booked online or bought in person at the  Ticketing Counters. You won't need to pre-book an entry time slot anymore. Still, we highly encourage you to book your tickets online for extra convenience and to skip the long queues! 

The entrance to  Gardens by the Bay and some other areas are free, but you will need to book tickets for other sections of the park including  the Flower Dome, Cloud Forest, and the Skytree Observatory. Good news for you, cos these can all be booked conveniently on Klook for the best deals!

It’s free to enter Gardens by the Bay and to watch the light show. However, to visit the Cloud Forest and the Flower Dome, you have to pay admission.

Other free attractions in Gardens by the Bay include the outdoor gardens like the Heritage Garden, the 32-hectare Bay East Garden, and the Supertree Grove.

If you wanna avoid crowds, we recommend you visit during the weekdays. You can also take a trip early in the morning or in the evening, so you don’t have to worry about breaking into a sweat. Some attractions are open until 9 pm, so you’ll still have enough time to explore.

Wanna see the Supertrees light up during the evening? Watch the Gardens by the Bay light show, the Garden Rhapsody, every day at 7:45 pm and 8:45 pm. Each show lasts 15 minutes and is best seen from under the Supertrees at the Supertree Grove!

The Cloud Forest is one of two biomes inside Gardens by the Bay Singapore. Cloud Forest's tropical highlands ambience is the perfect spot if you've been itching to reconnect with nature. At Lost World, you can find yourself amidst unique flora like orchids, begonias, and heaps of moss and ferns. Then, you can descend to Crystal Mountain and Secret Garden, making it seem like you're inside limestone caves and forests. Our must-visit inside Cloud Forest? The 35-metre tall waterfall! It's the world's tallest indoor waterfall and is an excellent backdrop for your Insta pics.

Feel the flower power at Floral Fantasy, home to four diverse garden landscapes. Feast your eyes on vibrant suspended flowering plants, visit a poison dart frog vivarium, or meet Nobu, the garden guardian—there's so much to see and do inside Floral Fantasy. You can even get on the 4D ride, which takes you on a trip around Gardens by the Bay through a dragonfly's point of view!

Can't get enough flowers? Visit Gardens by the Bay's second biome, the Flower Dome, which has nine gardens. It's the best spot to cool down from the heat as it mimics the cool and dry Mediterranean climate. Here, you'll get up close to the gigantic African baobabs (yes, just like the trees in The Little Prince!), succulents, shrubs, and the 1000-year-old olive tree.

Of course, a trip to Gardens by the Bay wouldn't be complete without a visit to its most famous attraction, the Supertree Observatory! Get your cameras ready ‘cos awe-inspiring views await you at the open-air rooftop deck, from the verdant surroundings to the pristine waters of the Marina Bay area. Go one level down for the Observatory Deck, where a digital experience will show you all you need to know about climate change.

Klook fun fact: Did you know that the tallest Supertree is as tall as a 16-storey building?

Wanna get a nice pic of the Gardens? Climb up the OCBC Skyway to capture that postcard-perfect shot of the lush green surroundings of Gardens by the Bay. OCBC Skyway is a 128-metre-long walkway suspended between two Supertrees at 22 metres above the ground! 

There are more to watch out for at Gardens by the Bay Singapore, like art installations and other outdoor parks. Another thing not to miss while you're here is the Avatar: The Experience at the Cloud Forest. This immersive experience surely elevates your visit as you explore five different zones. Who knows, you might even encounter a life-size banshee!