Singapore | Exploring Gardens by the Bay
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Gardens by the Bay, is a national garden of Singapore that showcase an innovative and creative way of presenting flora and fauna from around the world. It is a must-visit attraction in Singapore. Gardens by the Bay is a waterfront green space mostly surrounding the Marina Bay. It is divided in to three sections namely: Bay Central, Bay East and Bay South. Majority of the attractions are located in Bay South.
We arrived at the entrance along Sheares Ave. This is where Floral Fantasy Dome is also located. From this area, guests haves the option to walk to the other attractions or take the shuttle service, which costs 3 SGD for a round trip.
From the drop-off point, we walked towards Jurassic Nest Food Hall for brunch.
Jurassic Nest Food Hall is a dinosaur-themed family café conveniently located near the Supertree Grove. There were several restaurants in Jurassic Nest Food Hall, and had the opportunity to try two of them: Jurassic Nest Cafe and Hawker Chan.
After lunch, we went towards the Supertree Grove. Gardens by the Bay has 18 iconic Supertrees and majority are located in this area.
Aside from enjoying the Supertree Grove from ground, guests have the option to try the Supertree Observatory or the OCBC Skyway. For this visit, we chose the latter. OCBC Skyway is a 128m walkway and 22 meters above ground. While it offers a great experience and view of the gardens, Supertrees and Marina Bay Sands, it is not for those with fear of heights.
After enjoying the bird’s eye view of the gardens, we headed to Cloud Forest for a more in-depth perspective of exotic plants. Cloud Forest is one of the dome attractions in Gardens by the Bay, popular for its 35-meter-tall waterfall, which is one of the tallest indoor waterfalls in the world. Guest can navigate the multi-level platform up to the mountain peak of Cloud Forest.
Gardens by the Bay also has Flower Dome and numerous other gardens that you can visit. Most of the gardens can be accessed for free. Gardens by the Bay is a perfect destination in Singapore if you want to take it slow, re-charge and relax. It is also an ideal destination for families.
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT GARDENS BY THE BAY
Gardens by the Bay is open all year round. However, you should check the Gardens by the Bay website for the schedule and availability of the attraction you plan to visit. If you will visit the paid attractions, best to schedule it as early as possible to avoid the crowd.
WHAT ARE THE THINGS TO PACK TO SINGAPORE
Light clothes for hot weather
Comfortable shoes/ sneakers/ boots
Backpack or travel bag
Camera / gear
Powerbank
Jacket or umbrella in case there’s rain.
Universal Adaptor
Tumbler
WHERE TO STAY IN SINGAPORE
These are the accommodations I’ve tried and would recommend to you. If interested, you can book via Agoda by clicking the link below:
HOW TO GET TO GARDENS BY THE BAY FROM BUGIS
The most efficient and affordable way is via train. Go to Bugis Station and take the Downtown Line to Expo. Alight at Bayfront Station. Go to B exit and walk to Gardens by the Bay.
SINGAPORE BUDGET AND ITINERARY
The estimated budget for a day tour in Gardens by the Bay is around 5,000.00 for 2pax. This is based on the attractions we tried.
See expected costs below (in PHP):
Cloud Forest & OCBC Skyway or Supertree Observatory 2,986.00 / 2 pax
Lunch (estimate) 2,000.00 / 2 pax
Shuttle Service: 266.00 / 2-way for 2 pax
NOTE: Prices may change without prior notice.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN VISITING SINGAPORE
Be familiar with laws of Singapore.
Singapore’s weather is hot and humid.
Stay on the left side, whether it's on escalators, sidewalks, or streets.
Do not litter.
Aside from cash, most establishments accepts credit card. You can even pay your taxi and bus fare using a Philippine issued credit card or debit card with Mastercard scheme.
Buy an EZ-link card if you plan to go around the city.
Gardens by the Bay Information
· Website: https://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en
· eMail: feeback@gardensbythebay.com.sg
· Contact Number: +65 6420 6848
Free Wi-Fi in major sites within Gardens by the Bay.
Gardens by the Bay offers the following amenities: Lockers, wheelchairs and bottle-filling stations and nursing rooms.
SINGAPORE TRAVEL TIPS
Secure your passport
Be sure to have a credit card for emergency
Download the following Google Apps: Google Maps for Navigating.
Rent a pocket Wi-Fi or eSim in advance. This way you’ll have data as soon as you land in Singapore. I’ve tried pocket Wi-Fi during our vacation and encountered no issues on connections or signal.
Buy the ticket attractions in advance to avoid queues: Gardens by the Bay
Exploring Singapore involves a significant amount of walking, so it's important to wear comfortable shoes.
While train ride is faster and convenient, bus ride is better for sightseeing. You can avail the hop on hop off tour from Big Bus
Instead of buying bottled water, bring your own tumbler.
Expect to sweat because Singapore is hot and humid so bring extra clothes.
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Exploring Gardens by the Bay.