Recently we visited Gardens by the Bay in Singapore with kids. This article is our detailed review of what to expect when you visit the Gardens by the Bay tourist attraction with kids including Gardens by the Bay photos.
If you are planning a trip to Singapore with kids, you must take the kids to Gardens by the Bay. We went and loved it! In this article you can read all about our trip to Gardens by the Bay in Singapore and what fun activities we did there.
This Garden by the Bay review will help you decide what to do with your time when you visit.
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Things to do at Gardens by the Bay in Singapore with kids
There are a lot of different and unique things to do at Gardens by the Bay in Singapore. Gardens by the Bay attractions are perfect for all ages, especially for kids!
This is a super kid friendly Singapore tourist attraction.
Kids will love:
- Children’s Garden by the Bay with splash pools
- Supertrees & OCBC Skyway
- Flower Dome and Cloud Forest
The whole garden area in Singapore has wonderfully kid friendly attractions perfect for families.
Without further adieu, our Gardens by the Bay review:
What is Gardens by the Bay address?
Gardens by the Bay location -Marina Bay at 18 Marina Bay Gardens Drive, Singapore. It is near to Marina Bay Sands hotel.
How to get to Gardens by the Bay
Public Transport:
MRT to Gardens by the Bay
Take the Downtown line to Bayfront station.
Bus to Gardens by the Bay
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Some Singapore hotels offer free shuttle bus services to Gardens by the Bay. You can hop onto bus number 400 at international plaza, Anson Rd and get off at bus stop number 03371 along Marina Gardens Drive.
By Car:
Taxi/Grab to Gardens by the Bay
You can always download the Grab app or take a taxi to Gardens by the Bay in Singapore.
By foot:
The address of Gardens By The Bay is, 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953. Use you phone (or ask a local) for directions.
Gardens by the Bay tickets
The area known as Gardens by the Bay is open from 5am to 2am with the outdoor gardens and the Children’s Garden free of charge. The Cloud Forest, Flower Dome and OCBC Skyway are open 9am to 9pm daily and admission charges apply (see below).
Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay
The first thing we did at Gardens by the Bay, was the Cloud Forest. When you walk in, you will be greeted by a massive waterfall. You can then walk around the gigantic dome and view the huge variety of plants and displays.
We saw multiple beautiful and stunning plants that could make anyone say wow. The amazing bridge around the inside of the main building gives a wonderful view of the plants from above. Visitors will defiantly be astounded.
Kids will enjoy learning about the reason of the Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay. Once you have finished in the dome, you can watch a short educational video to learn more about the quest to save the planet. Because the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, the second best time, is now.
Cloud forests like this one in Singapore exist to help visitors understand that, towards the end of the century, higher sea surface temperatures caused by global warming will result in clouds forming at higher altitudes than they do today. This means that cloud forest plants left high and dry will die out. It is up to us to work together to combat climate change.
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Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay
After we went to the Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay, we visited the Flower Dome, home to flowers and displays from around the world. We thought that this dome was beautiful! You could see so many unique flowers and displays from various countries around the world. Both domes are a cool place to escape from the heat and humidity of Singapore.
Some of the areas included, the Australian garden, the Mediterranean garden, the South African garden, the South American garden, the Californian garden, the Succulent garden, the Olive Grove, the Flower Field and the Boababs. They all offered incredible sights!
Kids will enjoy walking around the multiple areas and displays. You can walk inside miniature temples, see mini Ferris wheels and much more. There is also a restaurant inside of the dome called Pollen. And it’s also the worlds largest glass greenhouse as of 2015.
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OCBC Skyway and Supertree Grove
The OCBC Skyway is a great way to see the Supertrees. Located in Supertree Grove, you can see an spectacular view of Marina Bay and the Supertrees. Kids will enjoy taking the lift through one of the larger trees to walk across a beautifully coloured bridge with an outstanding view. The Gardens by the Bay skyway is a fantastic place to see a birds eye view of the surrounding area too!
There is a restaurant at the top of one of the trees too – check out the Supertree restaurant menu here. Supertree Grove is such a wonderful place to be and you can take pretty good photos too.
Gardens by the Bay Light Show
The gardens really comes alive at night when you can watch the Rhapsody Sound and Light show. We enjoyed watching as the Supertrees came alive through wonderful lights and sound. The Gardens by the Bay show has multiple different shows and sessions are at 7:45pm and 8:45pm. I strongly encourage you to see the Garden by the Bay night show. It’s truly moving.
If you want to, you can also purchase a ticket to see the show from the Gardens by the Bay Skyway. Click here for the best price.
Hours: Skyway- 9am – 9pm. Supertree Grove- 5am – 2am and Garden by the Bay show time at 7:45pm and 8:45pm
Price (Non Residents): Admission to the Supertree Grove is free. The Supertree Grove light show is also free. However the Gardens by the Bay Skyway costs – Adult – $8, Senior Citizen (Over 60) – $8, Child – $5
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore
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Children’s Garden by the Bay
The last thing on our list that we did at our trip to Gardens by the Bay was the Children’s Garden. This area houses a wonderful waterplay activity full of fun things that children of all ages would enjoy. Oh, and that’s not all.
Gardens by the Bay Kids Activities
In the Children’s Garden at Gardens by the Bay kids can expect to see an enormous treehouse play area, an obstacle course, a playground and some super fun slides.
Any children’s garden Singapore has to offer will be hot, so pack protective clothing, sunscreen and hats. We also thought the slides could be a bit glary and burny in the sun, but they are still really fun for kids of all ages.
There was also a smaller splash area for younger children so they could have fun too. Overall, the Children’s Garden at Gardens by the bay in Singapore is an amazing thing for younger and older children alike.
Hours: Weekdays- 10am – 7pm – Weekends – 9am – 9pm CLOSED ON MONDAYS
Price: Free admission
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore
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How much time do you need at Gardens by the Bay?
Gardens by the Bay has been conceived as a beacon of clean, green design and is a beautiful and fun place to take children. Their objective is to inform people about Earth’s environment and make a statement about the dangers of climate change.
You’d need to allocate a full day to take in all the sights and sounds of this very special place; a trip to Singapore with kids is not complete without a visit here.
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