Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay

The Basics

Book your ticket to the Cloud Forest in advance to skip the entry line. To save money, opt for a combo deal that grants you access to both the Cloud Forest and neighboring Flower Dome—some packages even include a hop-on hop-off Singapore sightseeing pass. Alternatively, visit the Cloud Forest as part of a night tour of Singapore, which reveals the Gardens by the Bay at their best.

Things to Know Before You Go

• The Cloud Forest is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.

• Free guided tours of the Cloud Forest are available daily.

• Set aside at least an hour to fully explore the dome.

• In the Cloud Forest Theatre, you can watch a 5-minute movie offering tips on conserving the planet.

How to Get There

Situated inside Gardens by the Bay, the Cloud Forest is easily accessible via public transit. Take the MRT to Bayfront or Tanjong Pagar station, then walk the short distance to the gardens.

When to Get There

The Cloud Forest is usually open daily. For fewer crowds, avoid peak hours (typically 4 to 7pm). Mist is released every couple of hours.

The Flower Dome

Next door to the Cloud Forest, you’ll find the Flower Dome, a haven for plants from across five continents. Don’t miss the 1,000-year old olive tree and the unusual baobab trees, native to Africa, Madagascar, and Australia.

What is the Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay, and where is it located in Singapore?

The Cloud Forest is one of the conservatories at Gardens by the Bay. It’s the largest glass greenhouse in the world and also contains one of the world’s tallest indoor waterfalls. Gardens by the Bay is located at Marina Bay. The closest MRT stations are Bayfront, Tanjong Pagar, and Bay.

What is the concept behind the Cloud Forest, and what makes it unique?

The Cloud Forest replicates a cool climate cloud forest environment typically found in tropical mountains and highlands at sea level. You can take an elevator to the top and walk down pathways that wind around the interior “mountain” of around 60,000 plants, showcasing different plants at different “altitudes.”

What are the main attractions or features within the Cloud Forest?

One of the main attractions is the 118-foot (35-meter) indoor waterfall. Other highlights include the Lost World mountain peak, with carnivorous plants and other unusual vegetation native to cloud forests, a Cloud Walk and Tree Top Walk around the dome, Crystal Mountain with real stalactites and stalagmites, and Orchid Haven.

What is the best time of the day to visit the Cloud Forest?

To avoid crowds, visit when the Cloud Forest first opens, typically at 9am, or just before it closes. Avoid peak times from late afternoon to early evening. Plan to spend around 1.5 hours to fully explore the Cloud Forest. Misting takes place every two hours, usually beginning at 10am.

Can visitors bring food or drinks inside the Cloud Forest?

No, food and drinks are not permitted inside the Cloud Forest or the Flower Dome. Food and drinks are permitted elsewhere at Gardens by the Bay. Though you can eat picnics at the gardens, picnic furniture is not permitted.

Is the Cloud Forest wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Cloud Forest is wheelchair accessible for manual and motorized wheelchairs, and wheelchairs are available for rent. Wheelchair users can ride an elevator to the top of the dome and take the walkways down. Wheelchair users also have free use of the shuttle to get around Gardens by the Bay.