Explore the beautiful Gardens by the Bay natural park, located in the heart of Singapore, and home to over 1.5 million plants. In this guide, we’ll take you through all you need to know about how to visit Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay, from opening hours to ticketing, where it’s located, a little history, and what to see. This way, you’ll be ready for a fruitful self-directed tour!
Pro Tip: If you haven’t booked your accommodation already, check out our article on where to stay in Singapore for curated recommendations! You’ll also want to read up on how to get around Singapore before landing.
Gardens by the Bay – 2025 Hours & Ticket Prices (Non-Residents)
Flower Dome
- Opening Hours: Daily, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (last entry 8:30 PM)
- Tickets (bundled with Cloud Forest):
- Adult: S$46
- Child (3–12): S$32
- Children under 3: Free
Cloud Forest
- Opening Hours: Daily, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (last entry 8:00 PM)
- Tickets (bundled with Flower Dome):
- Adult: S$46
- Child (3–12): S$32
Floral Fantasy
- Opening Hours:
- Mon–Fri: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (last entry 6:30 PM)
- Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (last entry 7:30 PM)
- Tickets:
- Adult: S$20
- Child (3–12): S$12
OCBC Skyway
- Opening Hours: Daily, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (last entry 8:30 PM)
- Tickets:
- Adult: S$14
- Child (3–12): S$10
Supertree Observatory
- Opening Hours: Daily, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (last entry 8:30 PM)
- Tickets:
- Adult: S$14
- Child (3–12): S$10
For a full list of hours, head here.
How Much Time To Budget For Gardens by the Bay
Allow at least half a day to explore the Gardens by the Bay. Firstly, it’s good exercise. Secondly, if you’re there in the afternoon, why not stay until nighttime for the Garden Rhapsody? Gardens by the Bay has a variety of dining options, so that’s settled.
The nature park is enormous, with a rich collection of plant artworks and art sculptures. If you truly want to, you can also easily spend the whole day there.
Popular Hotspots You Can Expect
Below we list the top paid and free things to see at Singapore’s Gardens of the Bay. For a complete list, check out our article on the top things to see at the Gardens of the Bay.
Paid:
- Flower Dome
- Cloud Forest
- Floral Fantasy
- OCBC Skyway
- Supertree Observatory
Free:
- Supertree Grove
- Far East Organization Children’s Garden*
- Bay East Garden**
- Sun Pavilion
- The Canyon
- Heritage Gardens
- World of Plants
- Dragonfly & Kingfisher Lakes
- Serene Garden
Places To Eat Inside and Nearby Gardens by the Bay
If you intend to visit Gardens by the Bay around lunch or dinner, there are several restaurants and cafés. See our article on 10 places to dine inside and near Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay for a more comprehensive list.
Inside the Gardens by the Bay:
- Starbucks – For a coffee and a snack, it’s hard to beat.
- Hortus – A casual Mediterranean experience next to Floral Fantasy!
- McDonald’s – Hey, we’re not judging!
- Satay by the Bay – In a beautiful garden setting, a spacious open-air food court serving satay and more local delights.
- Shake Shack Gardens by the Bay – Another classic that’s perfect for a quick and filling meal.
Facts and History About Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay
- Gardens by the Bay first opened its doors to the public in June 2012.
- Plants, trees, and flowers from every continent, with the exception of Antarctica, can be found in the Gardens’ over 1.5 million plants.
- Gardens by the Bay rose from desolate reclaimed land to be one of the world’s most discussed engineering and horticultural feats in just five years.
- In the tropics, olive trees do not grow. They flourish in direct sunlight and need cooler temperatures to develop blooms and fruit. When an olive tree believed to be over 1000 years old successfully bloomed and fruited in 2015 in tropical Singapore, it was a tribute to the engineering and horticultural excellence at Gardens by the Bay.
- Supertrees serve a variety of purposes, including planting, shade, and acting as environmental motors in gardens.
- The Flower Dome is the shorter but bigger of the two conservatories. It mimics a warm, dry environment and includes plants native to the Mediterranean and other semi-arid tropical areas, like parts of Australia, South America, South Africa.
- The Cloud Forest is taller but significantly smaller than the Rainforest. It mimics the cold, wet conditions prevalent in tropical mountain regions in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and South America. It also has a “Cloud Mountain” that can be accessed by elevator, that’s where visitors start their mountain walk down the circular route.
Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay FAQs
Gardens by the Bay’s outdoor gardens are open daily from 5:00 AM to 2:00 AM. Ticketed attractions like the Flower Dome, Cloud Forest, Floral Fantasy, OCBC Skyway, and Supertree Observatory operate from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with last entry at 8:30 PM. Note that Cloud Forest’s last entry is 8:00 PM in 2025 due to the Jurassic World experience. Always check same-day hours on the Opening Hours & Closures page.
The easiest way is via Bayfront MRT Station (CE1/DT16)—take Exit B and follow the underground linkway to Dragonfly Bridge or Meadow Bridge. You can also take the Thomson–East Coast Line to Gardens by the Bay Station (TE22) and exit directly into the gardens at Exit 1, close to Satay by the Bay.
No extra time-slot booking is needed if you already have a ticket—just show it for entry. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or on-site at the ticketing counters, open 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
The outdoor gardens are free, including Supertree Grove, World of Plants, Dragonfly & Kingfisher Lakes, and Bay East Garden. Tickets are required for Cloud Forest, Flower Dome, Floral Fantasy, OCBC Skyway, and Supertree Observatory.
The Garden Rhapsody light and sound show at Supertree Grove runs daily at 7:45 PM and 8:45 PM. Admission is free, and you can watch from the lawn. Showtimes may change for special events like Christmas or Mid-Autumn Festival, so check the schedule before visiting.
In 2025, the Cloud Forest conservatory is hosting Jurassic World: The Experience, an immersive add-on exhibition. During this event, last admission to the Cloud Forest is at 8:00 PM.
Yes—kids love it! The Far East Organization Children’s Garden is open Thursday to Sunday and Public Holidays from 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (last entry 6:00 PM). During school holidays, it opens Tuesday to Sunday with the same hours. Water play closes at 6:30 PM. Always check the latest hours before visiting.
The OCBC Skyway is a 128-meter-long aerial walkway suspended 22 meters above the ground between Supertrees—perfect for scenic strolls and photos. The Supertree Observatory is located at the top of the tallest Supertree, offering a viewing deck and indoor area. It’s open 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (last entry 8:30 PM).
