How to Experience the Singapore Botanic Gardens

Taking a special place among Singapore’s attractions is the spellbinding Singapore Botanic Gardens which will delight anyone with an interest in immersing themselves in idyllic landscapes home to all manner of plants, trees and flowers. These gardens – recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO – will also be a marvellous place for a leisurely stroll, hike or jog and will leave you enthralled by the botanical marvels that it contains. Some of the major attractions here are described below. 

Visit the National Orchid Garden 

If you love orchids, you will be entranced by the National Orchid Garden at this site, which is devoted to these lovely flowers. You should undoubtedly experience the Tropical Montane Orchidetum where you will encounter various outdoor areas and display houses that present a diverse collection of orchids; these include flowers native to lush valleys and tropical mountains. As you explore the National Orchid Garden, you could also admire other captivating specimens like neotropical orchids, bromeliads and a selection of eye-catching hybrid varieties. You would find more than 1,000 orchid species as well as over 2,000 hybrid varieties here, making it one of the must-visit attractions.

Experience the Evolution Garden 

A rather different kind of attraction is the Evolution Garden, an intriguing creation that traces the history of the planet and its living things. Visiting this site will be educational as well as captivating as it is rather like journeying back to a primordial age. Here, you will find displays that depict Earth’s evolution from its fiery origins to the development of the first organisms and beyond. You will also have the opportunity to take some eye-catching photographs featuring enthralling artificial trees and splendid ferns.

Admire the Sundial Garden 

Another noteworthy feature of the Singapore Botanic Gardens is the distinctive Sundial Garden which is a beautifully landscaped creation. As its name indicates, the focal point of this garden is its interesting sundial, but it also has much more to offer. As you stroll through this part of the gardens, you will notice well-maintained shrubs, sculptures and ponds. Additionally, the Sundial Garden is also rather secluded, offering a calm tranquil ambience for visitors to enjoy. An accommodation choice to consider from which you could easily visit this attraction is The Heritage Singapore where you could stay at an appealingly located bungalow in Singapore amidst scenic nature.

Enjoy a picnic at Palm Valley 

Many visitors take the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed picnic on the broad slopes of the picturesque Palm Valley. Here, you will notice the impressive palm trees which are featured in the Palm Collection of the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Meanwhile, music lovers will be enthralled by the live performances provided by the esteemed Singapore Symphony Orchestra as well as other musical groups at certain times of the year; these performances are held on the floating Symphony Stage amidst a modestly-sized lake adorned with water lilies. 

Relax at the Ginger Garden 

Seekers of romance will be delighted at the Ginger Garden which presents a marvellous setting for couples. As you explore this attraction, you will encounter a picturesque waterfall with a hidden cave and a scenic pool containing Amazon water lilies. This garden features an extensive collection of varieties of ginger plants as well as other related botanical specimens. You will see that these plants boast distinctive and attractive leaves and flowers as well. What's more, this site is illuminated with special mood lighting after nightfall, adding to its allure. 

Be enchanted at Swan Lake 

The appealing Swan Lake has the distinction of being Singapore’s oldest recognized decorative water feature. You can take a laidback stroll by the edge of the water and enjoy the sight of interesting aquatic life including plants, fish and even water monitors. Alternatively, you could relax within the gazebo whilst enjoying the sight of two majestic swans gliding serenely over the waters. Swan Lake also features a sizable bronze sculpture depicting a group of swans about to take flight, which is well worth photographing as well.