Joanna James
Despite being a concrete jungle, Singapore is a gorgeous garden city. Clean fresh parks are located in just about every neighbourhood for you to relax, exercise, or just be one with nature. Listed in this article are top nature parks and nature reserves to visit in Singapore.
This park is perfect for those of you who love to enjoy outdoor activities. The MacRitchie Reservoir Park is popular amongst marathon runners and canoeists. There are plenty of hiking trails to explore or even use as jogging tracks while a treetop lookout point promises to awe you with stunning 360-degree views of the surroundings. Also, enjoy water activities at the reservoir.
This is one of the country's largest urban parks. This park is located close to most of the best 4 star hotels in Singapore. It is a favourite haunt amongst city dwellers seeking a spot in nature to rest and relax. Choose accommodation at nearby hotels to enjoy this urban oasis. Hotels like Park Hotel Alexandra are located just 18 minutes from the park and other top attractions in Singapore. Go there to enjoy 6 kilometres of lush greenery. Complete with cycling and walking tracks as well as a natural river and pretty lotus pond. There is wildlife too to be spotted there such as the cute otter family.
This park is an extension of the MacRitchie Reservoir. Ideal for those seeking adventure sports, the park offers a series of mountain biking trails and hiking paths as well as rock climbing. Plus, a few other adrenaline-pumping activities.
This park is located in the city centre and is an iconic attraction. Easy to reach from top Singapore hotels, this park has been a part of Singapore's history over the years. The park is so cherished that recently the place underwent a big renovation. Go there to savour the abundance of nature. There is a large walking path that makes you feel like you are on a tropical island while plenty of benches are inviting places to sit down and relax. Fort Canning Park has a couple of historic landmarks too and one should not miss a chance to explore them.
Take along the camera when visiting this park. There you can wander along the expansive boardwalks stretching along the calm waters of the reservoir. The place is very romantic, especially at sunset. It is quite a lovely place for a stroll. It is also a hub for photographers and nature enthusiasts to explore and savour. Oh, and it's a birders' paradise too, attracting a large variety of feathered beauties.
This park has many famous attractions located within its confines. Wander the lush parkland to see the baby Merlion, the Bell of Happiness, and the gigantic and impressive Henderson Waves Bridge. A trek to the summit of Mount Faber will treat you to bird's-eye views of the surroundings.
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