Pearl's Hill City Park

Pearl's Hill City Park is a green space near Chinatown with walking paths winding through lotus ponds and towering native Tembusu trees. A large water reservoir sits at the hilltop, serving both practical and scenic functions for the park's layout.

The park takes its name from Captain James Pearl, who commanded the ship that brought Raffles to Singapore in 1819. The water system at the summit was built over a century later, reflecting engineering practices of that early 1900s period.

The park serves as a gathering place where visitors find calm spots for reflection, particularly around the historic Bodhi tree at the summit. People come here to step away from the city noise and connect with nature on a quiet afternoon.

The park is near Outram Park MRT station and accessible by public transport or on foot from the surrounding area. Parking spaces and rest areas are available throughout the grounds for visitor convenience.

The water reservoir at the hilltop was one of Singapore's early infrastructure projects and shows how the young city prioritized modern water management. Visitors walking to the summit can discover this hidden engineering feature while taking in views of the surroundings.

GPS coordinates: 1.28450,103.84000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:45