Gardens by the Bay Singapore Holidays
Gardens by the Bay
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18 glowing Supertrees, the world's tallest indoor waterfall, the world's largest glass greenhouse and the Garden Rhapsody light show — Gardens by the Bay is unlike anything else on earth
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Flight Time
12–13h direct from London Heathrow (Singapore Airlines, British Airways)
Best Time
Year-round; evenings best for Garden Rhapsody; biomes are air-conditioned year-round
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Singapore
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Gardens by the Bay Holiday Guide
Gardens by the Bay is the most extraordinary park in the world — a 101-hectare nature park on reclaimed land in the heart of Singapore, featuring 18 giant steel Supertrees covered in living plants, two climate-controlled biomes containing plants from around the world, a network of elevated walkways and a waterfront promenade that offers some of the finest views of the Marina Bay skyline.
The gardens were conceived as a centrepiece of Singapore's transformation into a 'City in a Garden' — a vision articulated by founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, who believed that a clean, green city would attract investment and improve the quality of life for Singaporeans. The gardens opened in 2012 after a decade of planning and construction at a cost of SGD $1 billion.
The Supertrees are the defining image of Gardens by the Bay — 18 tree-like vertical gardens ranging from 25 to 50 metres in height, covered in over 162,900 plants from 200 species of bromeliads, ferns, orchids and tropical flowering climbers. The Supertrees perform ecological functions: some house solar panels that power the light shows; others are integrated into the cooling systems of the biomes. The Garden Rhapsody light and sound show (free, nightly) illuminates the Supertrees in a spectacular display of colour and music.
The two climate-controlled biomes are the centrepieces of the paid attractions. The Flower Dome (1.28 hectares, the world's largest glass greenhouse) recreates the cool-dry climate of the Mediterranean and semi-arid regions, containing plants from five continents. The Cloud Forest (0.8 hectares) recreates the cool-moist climate of tropical mountain regions, featuring a 35m indoor waterfall — the tallest indoor waterfall in the world — surrounded by rare orchids, pitcher plants and other tropical mountain plants.
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Average Temperatures
Jan
27°C
Feb
28°C
Mar
29°C
Apr
30°C
May
30°C
Jun
30°C
Jul
29°C
Aug
29°C
Sep
29°C
Oct
29°C
Nov
28°C
Dec
27°C
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Call 01282 960 460Top 8 Things To Do in Gardens by the Bay
The Supertrees, biomes, light shows and extraordinary botanical experiences that make Gardens by the Bay the most remarkable park in the world.
Supertree Grove — The Icons of Modern Singapore
The Supertree Grove is the heart of Gardens by the Bay — a cluster of 12 of the 18 Supertrees, ranging from 25 to 50 metres in height, covered in over 162,900 plants from 200 species. The Supertrees are not just decorative: they perform ecological functions including harvesting solar energy, acting as air exhaust receptacles for the biomes and collecting rainwater. The two tallest Supertrees (50m) are connected by the OCBC Skyway elevated walkway. The grove is free to enter and is best visited in the late afternoon and evening when the light is golden and the Garden Rhapsody show runs.
Garden Rhapsody — The Free Nightly Light Show
Garden Rhapsody is a free light and sound show that runs nightly in the Supertree Grove — a 15-minute display of coloured lights, music and sound that illuminates the Supertrees in a spectacular sequence of colour and rhythm. The show runs at 7:45pm and 8:45pm every night. The best viewing positions are on the ground in the Supertree Grove or from the OCBC Skyway elevated walkway (which requires a ticket). The show is one of the best free attractions in Singapore and draws large crowds every night — arrive 15–20 minutes early for a good spot.
Cloud Forest — The World's Tallest Indoor Waterfall
The Cloud Forest biome is the most spectacular attraction in Gardens by the Bay — a 0.8-hectare glass dome recreating the cool-moist climate of tropical mountain regions (15–25°C, a welcome relief from Singapore's heat), featuring a 35m indoor waterfall — the tallest indoor waterfall in the world — surrounded by rare orchids, pitcher plants, mosses, ferns and other tropical mountain plants. A series of elevated walkways spirals up the 'Cloud Mountain' inside the dome, offering different perspectives of the waterfall and the plants. Tickets cost SGD $14 (£8.50) for adults.
Flower Dome — The World's Largest Glass Greenhouse
The Flower Dome is the world's largest glass greenhouse (1.28 hectares) — a cool-dry biome (23–25°C) recreating the climate of the Mediterranean and semi-arid regions of South Africa, California, South America and Australia. The dome contains plants from five continents: olive trees, baobabs, cacti, succulents, Mediterranean herbs and seasonal floral displays that change throughout the year. The Supertree Observatory at the top of the dome offers panoramic views of the gardens and the Marina Bay skyline. Tickets cost SGD $14 (£8.50) for adults; combined tickets with the Cloud Forest are SGD $28 (£17).
OCBC Skyway — Walking Among the Supertrees
The OCBC Skyway is a 128m elevated walkway connecting two of the tallest Supertrees (50m) in the Supertree Grove — a narrow bridge 22m above the ground that offers panoramic views of the gardens, Marina Bay Sands, the city skyline and the sea. The walkway is open during the day and in the evening (when the Supertrees are illuminated). Tickets cost SGD $14 (£8.50) for adults. The Skyway is best visited in the late afternoon for golden-hour views, or in the evening to watch the Garden Rhapsody light show from above.
Heritage Gardens — Singapore's Cultural Roots
The Heritage Gardens are four themed gardens in the Bay South Garden that celebrate Singapore's multicultural heritage: the Chinese Garden (featuring a Chinese rock garden, pavilions and a collection of bonsai), the Malay Garden (featuring traditional Malay architecture and plants used in Malay culture), the Indian Garden (featuring a Chettinad-style pavilion and plants used in Indian medicine and cooking) and the Colonial Garden (featuring plants introduced to Singapore during the British colonial period). The Heritage Gardens are free to enter and offer a quieter alternative to the main attractions.
Dragonfly & Kingfisher Lakes — Waterfront Tranquility
The Dragonfly Lake and Kingfisher Lake are two freshwater lakes in the Bay South Garden, connected by a network of paths and bridges and surrounded by waterfront gardens, sculptures and pavilions. The lakes are home to dragonflies, kingfishers, herons and other wildlife. The waterfront promenade around the lakes offers some of the finest views of the Marina Bay skyline and the Supertrees. The lakes are free to access and are a peaceful alternative to the busier parts of the gardens — particularly beautiful in the early morning when the light is soft.
Dining in the Gardens — From Hawker Food to Fine Dining
Gardens by the Bay has a good range of dining options. Pollen (in the Flower Dome) is a sophisticated Mediterranean restaurant with views of the dome's floral displays — one of the most beautiful restaurant settings in Singapore. Satay by the Bay is a hawker centre on the waterfront serving classic Singapore hawker food (satay, laksa, chicken rice) at low prices with views of the Supertrees. The Flower Field Kitchen in the Flower Dome serves casual Western and Asian food. Several food kiosks throughout the gardens serve snacks and drinks.
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