12 Hidden Green Spaces To Explore In Our Concrete Jungle

When it comes to parks and reservoirs in Singapore, we know about the crowd-favourites such as Fort Canning Park, McRitchie Reservoir and Coney Island Park. Despite the tranquil environment they provide, these places are sometimes teeming with people and you probably cannot enjoy that peaceful silence just as much.

Dubbed the Garden City, Singapore has many green spaces scattered across our sunny island and some of them are tucked away in a corner or hidden right in the heart of Singapore.

If you are planning to head outdoors for a picnic or a mid-day breather, here are 12 Hidden Green Spaces To Explore In Our Concrete Jungle.

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#1 ANN SIANG HILL PARK

Located in the bustling area of Chinatown, the Ang Siang Hill area is home to an eclectic mix of fashion boutiques, antique furniture shops, trendy bars and eateries. Meander through these brightly coloured shop houses and you will find Ann Siang Hill Park at the end of Ann Siang Road. This quiet enclave offers a view of old and restored shop houses against the backdrop of modern high-rise buildings.

Ann Siang Hill Park
78 Club Street
Singapore 069447
Daily: 24 Hours
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

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#2 DUXTON PLAIN PARK

Nestled between New Bridge Road and Yan Kit Road, Duxton Plain Park is a linear green tract flanked by shop houses in the area of Chinatown. It has a unique meandering shape as the area used to be a railway line in the 1900s. You can also find a solitary tomb near the back door of one of the shop houses.

Duxton Plain Park
New Bridge Road
Singapore 089140
Daily: 24 Hours
Nearest Station: Chinatown

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#3 ESPLANADE ROOF TERRACE
Offering breath-taking views of the Marina Bay and city skyline, the Esplanade Roof Terrace is a popular spot for many to catch the sunset against the modern skyline. Landscaped with manicured lawns, flowery shrubs and small shade trees, it is a green retreat that provides a contrast to the modern architecture of the iconic Esplanade domes.

Esplanade Roof Terrace
1 Esplanade Drive
Singapore 038981
Daily: 10am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

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#4 HINDHEDE NATURE PARK

When you think of think of hiking trails, most of us would dread trekking a steep slope. Situated next to Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Hindhede Nature Park provides easy trails and well-defined footpaths which makes it a lot easier to trek through. The scenic and serene environment of the park is an ideal spot for bird watching or to have a peaceful picnic.

Hindhede Nature Park
Hindhede Dr
Tel: +65 1800 471 7300
Daily: 7am – 7pm
Nearest Station: King Albert Park

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#5 HORT PARK

Billed as the first one-stop gardening lifestyle hub in Asia, Hort Park was developed as a purposeful facility for everyone to experience gardening through hands-on activities and various gardening events. The HortGardens is something not to be missed as visitors can explore a collection of 20 different theme gardens which houses several different plant species.

Hort Park
33 Hyderabad Rd
Singapore 119578
Tel: +65 6471 5601
Daily: 6am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade

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#6 NATIONAL GALLERY SINGAPORE ROOFTOP

If you ever need a breather from taking in all that art at the National Gallery Singapore, head on up to the rooftop and surround yourself in tranquillity and admire the stunning panoramic view of Singapore’s skyline which features the Marina Bay Sands and the Padang.

National Gallery Singapore Rooftop
1 St Andrew’s Rd
Singapore 178957
Tel: +65 6271 7000
Daily: 10am – 7pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

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#7 ORCHARD CENTRAL ROOF GARDEN

Hidden inside Orchard Central, you can find a magical roof garden atop the shopping mall that overlooks the precinct of Orchard Road. Surround yourself in various colourful blooms and one-of-a-kind art installations while you rest your legs from a long day of shopping.

Orchard Central Roof Garden
181 Orchard Rd
Singapore 238896
Tel: +65 6238 1051
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

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#8 PEARL’S HILL CITY PARK

Tucked away in a corner Chinatown, Pearl’s Hill City Park is a hidden oasis of peace and tranquillity. Built around a reservoir on top of a Pearl’s Hill Terrace, the park is a great place to relax in the wooded ambience, away from the city life.

Pearl’s Hill City Park
Chin Swee Road
Pearl Bank
Singapore 169879
Tel: +65 1800 471 7300
Daily: 24 Hours
Nearest Station: Outram Park

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#9 SENG KANG RIVERSIDE PARK

Featuring a constructed marshland and rich biodiversity, Seng Kang Riverside Park is a popular favourite amongst nature lovers. This 21-hectare riverine park offers many trails for visitors to wander through and get close to the inhabitants of the wetland.

Seng Kang Riverside Park
Anchorvale Street
Singapore 544834
Tel: +65 1800 471 7300
Daily: 24 Hours
Nearest Station: Sengkang

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#10 TELOK AYER GREEN

Flanked by two heritage buildings – Thian Hock Keng Temple and Nagore Durgha Shrine, this pocket park provides a small respite for tourists seeking refuge from the busy streets of Chinatown and nearby office workers during lunchtime. Visitors can stroll through the trail and learn about the ways of life of Singapore’s early immigrants in this green space.

Telok Ayer Green
Boon Tat St
Singapore 069620
Daily: 24 Hours
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

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#11 TELOK AYER PARK

Shaded by lush greenery and giant trees, Telok Ayer Park sits at the intersection of the Telok Ayer heritage district. Grab a cup of coffee from the nearby cafes while you bask in the undisturbed idyllic ambience filled with rich heritage and culture.

Telok Ayer Park
Bounded by Maxwell Road, Cecil Street and Telok Ayer Street
Daily: 24 Hours
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

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#12 TELOK BLANGAH HILL PARK

Unlike the pocket parks on this list, Telok Blangah Hill Park is one of the bigger parks you can find in Singapore. Part of the Southern Ridges, visitors can trek the Forest Walk and indulge in the beauty of secondary forests at the fringes of this huge park. Another popular spot is the Terrace Garden where you can enjoy a 360-degree view of Singapore.

Telok Blangah Hill Park
10 Telok Blangah Green
Singapore 109178
Tel: +65 1800 471 7300
Daily: 24 Hours
Nearest Station: Telok Blangah