How-to: Escape from Singapore buzzing city life

Located on the eastern part of sunny island Singapore, the Changi boardwalk connects the scenic Changi coastline from Changi Beach Club to the Changi Sailing Club. Heading towards the Boardwalk, visitors will find several heritage trees in the area. The Changi boardwalk is made up of four different segments, namely the Sunset Walk for a splendid view of the sunset over the Changi Point, Kelong Walk, which is a stretch of the boardwalk with kelong stilts built over the water, reminding the locals of the past where “kelong” was a common site. read more »

Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is also the site of Singapore's highest hill, Bukit Timah Hill, which stands at 163m. Despite its area os just 81 hectares, it is estimated to have more plant species than the whole of North America, attesting to the rich biodiversity it possesses. The range of plants and animals that can be sighted in Bukit Timah Nature Reserve include lilies, orchids, squirrels, wild birds, monkeys and butterflies just to name a few. read more »

Located along the eastern bank of Serangoon Reservoir, Punggol Promenade is a rustic coastal area part of a 150km route. Constructed with $16.7 million, this groundbreaking riverfront recreational area is a great place for relaxation, with a beach, water lily pond park, and fishing platforms. read more »

The TreeTop Wallk is the main feature of the few hiking routes in MacRitchie which will bring you into the different stages of a secondary forest. HSBC Treetop Walk is the very first suspension bridge connecting the two highest point of MacRitchie and thus giving visitors a bird's eye view of the different species of flora and fauna that thrive in the forest canopy. The entire length of the walkway measures about 250m while the height measuring from the forest floor will vary accordingly at different sections of this walkway and the highest point at 25m. read more »

Lower Pierce Trail brings you through one of Singapore’s last remaining mature secondary forests. It consists of a boardwalk that guides you through the forest then along the edge of the Reservoir. You will be able to see a wide range of aquatic creatures and also enjoy the scenic view of the wildlife. read more »

A popular place for recreation, Mount Faber Park is one of the oldest parks in Singapore. It is covered by secondary rainforest, with the vegetation on the slope serving the dual functions of both beautifying the park and stabilizing the terrain. Visitors to Mount Faber Park can enjoy a panoramic view of the southern parts of Singapore here from the various look-out points. read more »

Perhaps the most elegant pedestrian bridge in Singapore, this 274 metre long walkway connects Mount Faber park to Telok Blangah Hill Park. The bridge gets its name from the curved wooden ribs that brace the structure 36 metres above Henderson Road, providing excellent photo opportunities of the surrounding rainforest. Common activities on this bridge include jogging or simply taking a stroll. read more »

A scenic coastline that stretches over 15 km and covering an area of 185-hectares, East Coast Park is one of Singapore's most popular urban getaways. Here, visitors can enjoy a diversity of recreational activities, ranging from sport activities to dining, with facilities ranging from volletball courts, restaurants, a hawker centre, as well as holiday chalets. East Coast Park is also a great place to enjoy a family picnic, with its swaying coconut trees and cool sea breeze. read more »

One of the oldest coastal parks in Singapore, Changi Beach Park is the repository of many memories for Singaporeans who used to frequent this place in the sixties and seventies. It spans a distance approximately 3.3km long, with stretches of pristine sandy beaches, dotted with coconut palms to provide a relaxing ambience. read more »

The largest water theme park in Singapore, Wild Wild Wet, is the best place for the whole family to spend quality time with. Since Singapore is hot and humid in its climate almost everyday, Wild Wild Wet is naturally a hot spot for locals as well as tourists to come and cool themselves down. This water theme park features nine distinctive rides and facilities, from the ones where the entire family can have fun together at ease, to those that will send your adrenaline rushing through your spines. read more »

Head down to Escape Theme Park to get your daily dose of fun as it offers 11 rides and attractions for people of all ages! For parents who are seeking to spend a fruitful quality time with their children, you can go to casual rides such as that of the Bumper Boats, Choo Choo Train, Ferris Wheel and more. For thrill-seekers, be sure to try out the Daytona Beginner's Track, Daytona Go-Kart or just challenge your bravery if you want to impress a certain person at the Haunted II. This will definitely be a good place to spend a fun-filled day with you and your loved ones as well as your counterparts. read more »

The 20-hectare Jurong Bird Park is an outstanding bird park, the largest in Southeast Asia. Opened on 3 January 1971, it boasts of over 9,000 birds from more than 600 species. It also has the world's largest collection of Southeast Asian hornbills and South American toucans. read more »

Pasir Ris, is actually a Malay term for 'beach bolt-rope', which implies a narrow beach. Pasir Ris Park is an enchanting and tranquil park which allows visitors to be involved in several park activities such as pony rides, water sports, cycling, inline skating and even available for you to rent a barbecue pit. What would be the most impressive would be that of the preserved mangrove forest that is actually occupies 6 hectares of area. read more »

Designated as a nature park in 1989, the 87-hectare Sungei Buloh Nature Park has charmed many locals within a short period of time, welcoming its 100,000th visitor in 1994. Being a regional stopover for migratory birds, it is a paradise for bird-lovers and provides a great place for bird-watching. Migratory plovers, sandpipers and egrets are sighted during September and March as they migrate from China, Siberia, Japan and South Korea. read more »

Pasir Ris Town Park is a treasured green lung within the Pasir Ris housing estate. The park's wide-open spaces are favorite places for cultural and social interaction among the residents and the foot reflexology and fitness corners are very popular places for morning exercises. The park is also equipped with a playground where children can enjoy many hours of fun and laughter. read more »

Seeking a place where you can let your children learn about nature and the environment? Jacob Ballas Children's Garden would make a great choice, being Asia's first children's garden. It is located at the Bukit Timah Core of the Singapore Botanic Gardens. In line with Singapore's image as a Garden City, Jacob Ballas Children's Gardens aims to meet the demands for nature education in Singapore, providing a unique and interactive place for children to discover nature. read more »