Joanna James
Occupying a historic region of the city, the Singapore City Hall and its immediate surroundings provide visitors with a chance to really experience Lion City's best highlights. Here are the top 8 things to do near this iconic structure.
Considered an architectural marvel in its own right, the National Gallery of Singapore is a stone's throw away from the City Hall and is one of the country's most illustrious art hubs. Surrounded by extensive gardens, the area is frequented by those who love to admire the works on display and take walks around the premises. Situated on Andrew's Road, this venue is where some of Singapore's finest artworks and installations are on show.
Also called Singapore Wake Park, this is Singapore's finest cable ski hotspot where travellers can enjoy the thrills and spills of water sports without travelling to the nearest beach. Water skiing fanatics will find that it is the best place to engage in their favourite pastime while kids above the age of 5 will also find exciting rides and activities to suit their age range.
The City Hall's K Bowling Club is one of the main reasons why most locals head to this part of town in the first place as the bowling alleys in this facility are top-notch. Those who wish to ice skate will also find amenities here while lessons in skating are also available for the uninitiated.
Documenting the legacies of Singapore's sporting greats, the Singapore Sports Museum is a must-visit attraction for admirers of athletes such as Fandi Ahmad and Ang Peng Siong. Containing the Singapore Hall of Fame for sportsmen and women, Singapore Sports Museum is where visitors can also gaze upon the many cups, trophies and medallions won by Singaporean athletes over the decades.
Ideal for families looking to spend time in the great outdoors, East Coast Park is one of the best waterfront camping areas in Lion City. Barbeque facilities and other recreational amenities are also accessible in this sprawling camping ground where a permit is required to use the facilities.
This water bus service, which travels across some of the biggest landmarks in the city is a fantastic means of sightseeing in Singapore. Hop on and hop off the Duck Tour as you please while gazing upon mammoth structures and historical attractions.
Those who are based at Grand Park City Hall or any similar 5-star hotels in Singapore must also enjoy a picnic at Fort Canning Hill during their tour of the City Hall precinct. With an altitude of 60m, this low-lying parkland is a romantic playground for the young and the young at heart.
One of Singapore's main hawker centres is located near the City Hall down Kadayanallur Street. Just walk through the new MRT station in this part of town and arrive at a foodie's paradise complete with Hokkaido cakes, fish ball noodles, Chui Kueh and Kaya toast.
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