Singapore Botanic Gardens, Botanical garden and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tanglin, Singapore.
The Singapore Botanic Gardens spans 82 hectares, containing more than 60,000 plants across multiple specialized zones including rainforest and evolution sections.
Founded in 1859 by Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles, the gardens initiated research on rubber cultivation that transformed the regional economy during the colonial period.
The National Orchid Garden maintains thousands of orchid species and hybrids, including Singapore's national flower, the Vanda Miss Joaquim orchid.
The gardens remain open daily from 5:00 AM until midnight, with free general admission except for specific attractions such as the National Orchid Garden.
This location stands as the first and only tropical botanical garden designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the world.
Location: Tanglin
Inception: 1859
Founders: Thomas Stamford Raffles
Official opening: 1859
Elevation above the sea: 33 m
Operator: National Parks Board
Address: 1 Cluny Rd, Singapore 259569 259569
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 05:00-24:00
Phone: +6564717138
Website: https://nparks.gov.sg/sbg
GPS coordinates: 1.31510,103.81620
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:19
These botanical gardens are research centers with greenhouses, plant collections and exhibitions. They maintain native and exotic plant species in designed gardens. The grounds present different climate zones with corresponding vegetation, from tropical rainforests to desert plants. Visitors find scientific information about botany.
Singapore combines modern architecture with cultural diversity within a compact area, providing photographers with varied settings just a few subway stations apart. The city features futuristic sites such as the Supertrees at Gardens by the Bay, standing 25 to 50 meters tall (82 to 164 feet), Marina Bay Sands with its 200-meter (656-foot) high rooftop, and the Helix Bridge, a pedestrian walkway designed to resemble a DNA double helix. The historic districts contrast with these modern structures. Chinatown retains its Chinese temples and arcade houses, Little India its spice markets and colorful facades, while Haji Lane in Kampong Glam lines with independent boutiques and wall murals in a narrow alley. The Merlion Park at Marina Bay, with its 8.6-meter-long (28 feet) statue blending lion and fish, remains the most photographed symbol of the city-state. Sentosa’s beaches, accessible by cable car, add a coastal element to this dense urban landscape.
Orchard Road
2.1 km
Orchard Towers
1.7 km
The Istana
3.1 km
Istana Woodneuk
834 m
Shangri-La Hotel Singapore
1.3 km
Special Tactics and Rescue
2.8 km
Sri Temasek
3.2 km
Goodwood Park Hotel
2.1 km
National Orchid Garden
265 m
Library@orchard
2.9 km
Wheelock Place
2 km
The Orchard Residences
2.1 km
Comcentre
3 km
TripleOne Somerset
2.8 km
Saint George's Church, Singapore
1.2 km
Eden Hall, Singapore
805 m
Scotts Shopping Centre
1.9 km
Masjid Al-Huda
2.6 km
The Chinese High School Clock Tower Building
1.9 km
History of Dempsey Hill
1.5 km
Newton Suites
2.9 km
Queenstown Public Library
2.3 km
Ardmore Residence
1.5 km
Pop and Contemporary Fine Art
1.7 km
Frederic Chopin statue in Singapore
224 m
Centre for Ethnobotany
487 m
Singapore Botanic Gardens Heritage Museum
725 m
National Orchid Garden entrance
390 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes