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The World’s 100 Best Botanical Gardens

Singapore Botanic Gardens

Singapore, Singapore

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Singapore Botanic Gardens

A large tropical garden in central Singapore with lakes, rainforest trails, themed sections and wide lawns, free to enter. A ticketed National Orchid Garden holds thousands of orchid varieties, and monitor lizards, turtles, squirrels and swans roam the grounds.

Highlights

  • National Orchid Garden
  • Swan Lake
  • Cool House

Good to know

  • Free entry; Orchid Garden ticket S$15
  • Allow half a day or more
  • Several cafes; bring insect repellent

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