Gardens by the Bay

The Basics

Gardens by the Bay admission tickets include access to the two cooled conservatories (the Cloud Forest and Flower Dome), plus the otherwise-free outdoor gardens, which consist of the Supertree Grove, the Sun Pavilion, the Heritage Gardens, the World of Plants, and Dragonfly and Kingfisher lakes. Visit on a Singapore city tour, by day or night. For city views, head to the park’s fee-based OCBC Skyway, a circular walkway amid the Supertree canopy. City sightseeing tours often couple trips to the gardens with stops at other popular Singapore attractions such as Marina Bay Sands SkyPark, the Kranji War Memorial, and Bright Hill Temple.

Things to Know Before You Go

• The outdoor gardens and Sun Pavilion are free to enter, while the Cloud Forest and Flower Dome require fees.

• The site is wheelchair accessible, and wheelchair rentals are available for a fee.

• Smoking is not allowed in the park.

• Free Wi-Fi is available at the Supertree Grove, The Canopy, and The Meadow.

• Fee-based audio tours of the outdoor gardens are offered every 15 minutes Monday through Friday from morning 'til evening.

• More than a dozen eateries dot the park; picnics are allowed in the outdoor gardens.

How to Get There

Gardens by the Bay faces Marina Bay near the Marine Reservoir, just inland from Singapore Strait. The Bayfront MRT Station (via the Circle or Downtown line trains) and the Tanjong Pagar MRT Station (via the East-West line) are both close to the attraction. A fee-based shuttle service runs between Bayfront MRT and the conservatories every 10 minutes from morning 'til evening every day; the service is free for wheelchair users. Many tours visiting Gardens by the Bay include round-trip transportation from Singapore hotels.

When to Get There

The gardens are open daily. The outdoor gardens, including The Canyon and the Supertree Grove, are open from 5am to 2am, while the Cloud Forest and Flower Dome conservatories are open from 9am to 9pm. To enjoy the best of the site, visit on a weekday morning when the conservatories and gardens are cooler and less crowded, and return in the evening for the Garden Rhapsody, a light and sound show within the Supertree Grove.

Visiting Gardens by the Bay with Kids

To keep things exciting for kids, head to the Far East Organization Children’s Garden, open Tuesday through Friday from 10am to 7pm. There you’ll find a huge tree house, a playground, educational programs, and a miniature water park with spritzing water features. Changing facilities and showers are available, while strollers and lockers are offered for an additional charge.

Is there free entry to Gardens by the Bay?

It’s free to enter the Gardens by the Bay complex, and many of its attractions, including the Supertree Grove and Garden Rhapsody Light Show, are also free. Attractions that require paid tickets include the Flower Dome, Cloud Forest, Supertree Observatory, OCBC Skyway, Floral Fantasy, and shuttle service around the complex.

What is the best day to visit Gardens by the Bay?

The best day to visit Gardens by the Bay is a weekday, as weekends and public holidays can get very crowded. Visit early in the morning or later in the evening to beat the crowds. It’s also best to visit when it’s not raining, as many attractions are outdoors.

How much time should I spend at Gardens by the Bay?

Plan to spend around 2 to 4 hours at Gardens by the Bay. That gives you enough time to see the top attractions, including Flower Dome, Cloud Forest, Floral Fantasy, and Supertree Grove, and time to visit a few other free outdoor gardens and attractions at the complex.

Is it better to go to Gardens by the Bay in the morning or at night?

Ideally, you want to visit Gardens by the Bay during the day and at night. Many of the gardens and the Flower Dome are better viewed during daylight, while the Supertree Grove is better seen at night. The Garden Rhapsody show is at night. A morning visit, meanwhile, offers a less crowded experience.

How long is the show at Gardens by the Bay?

The Garden Rhapsody light show at the Supertree Grove lasts 15 minutes and occurs twice a night, at 7:45pm and 8:45 pm. The show features a dazzling light show set to music, which changes throughout the year to cover different themes, such as Songs of Singapore and Musical Theater.

Can you do all of Gardens by the Bay in one day?

Yes. Although the Gardens by the Bay complex spans 250 acres (101 hectares) and contains numerous different gardens, conservatories, and attractions, it is possible to see the complex in a day. The conservatories and paid attractions are open from 9am to 9pm, while some areas are open from 5am to 2am.