Gardens by the Bay, Singapore | Thought it was in France, but it's actually in Singapore
📍Attraction address: Gardens by the Bay is a landmark attraction in Singapore, located in the Marina South area of Marina Bay, at 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953. It consists of three waterfront gardens: Bay South Garden, Bay East Garden, and Bay Central Garden, covering an area of 101 hectares. Here is some information about the attraction:
Attraction features
- Plant conservatories: The Flower Dome is one of the largest glass greenhouses in the world, simulating a Mediterranean climate and showcasing flowers from all continents. The Cloud Forest features a 35-meter indoor waterfall, simulating the cool and humid climate of tropical mountains.
- Supertree Grove: 18 towering trees ranging from 25 to 50 meters in height, some of which have photovoltaic cells installed on their "canopies" to absorb solar energy, with colorful lights and multimedia projections at night.
- Horticultural themed gardens: Includes the Heritage Gardens and the World of Plants. The Heritage Gardens feature Indian, Chinese, Malay, and Colonial gardens, showcasing different ethnic cultures; the World of Plants reflects the biodiversity of plants on Earth through six gardens.
🚗Attraction transportation: Transportation options
- Subway: Take the subway to Bayfront MRT Station (Circle Line), and walk for about 5 minutes.
- Bus: Take bus 400 to reach the destination directly.
🎟️Ticket information: - Ticket information: Outdoor gardens are free. Tickets are required for the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest, with a standard adult ticket price of SGD 28, and discounts available for local residents.
💗Other tips: - Food recommendations: Satay by the Bay offers authentic Singaporean cuisine such as satay and Hainanese chicken rice; Pollen inside the Flower Dome is a high-end restaurant, perfect for a romantic dinner.
- Best time to visit: Spring-like weather all year round, visit in the early morning or evening on weekdays to avoid crowds and enjoy the cool and tranquility.