Gardens by the Bay is Singapore’s showpiece: 101 hectares of gardens beside Marina Bay, crowned by giant “Supertrees” and two record-breaking glass conservatories. Here’s what’s free, what’s worth paying for, and how to plan your visit.
Gardens by the Bay ticket prices (non-residents)
| Attraction | Adult | Child (3–12) |
|---|---|---|
| Flower Dome + Cloud Forest | S$46 | S$32 |
| OCBC Skyway (Supertree walkway) | S$14 | S$10 |
| Supertree Observatory | S$14 | S$10 |
| Floral Fantasy | S$20 | S$12 |
| Outdoor gardens, Supertree Grove, Garden Rhapsody | Free | Free |
Prices are from The Tour Guy and WahLiao (Oct 2026). Singapore residents pay less, and special exhibitions can change the prices, so check the official site before you go.
Flower Dome vs Cloud Forest
- Cloud Forest: a 35-metre indoor mountain with one of the world’s tallest indoor waterfalls and an elevated walkway. It’s cool and misty, and it’s the more dramatic of the two.
- Flower Dome: the world’s largest glass greenhouse, with Mediterranean and desert gardens, ancient olive trees and rotating flower displays.
- The combo ticket covers both, so allow 1.5–2 hours in total.
Opening hours
- The domes, OCBC Skyway and Supertree Observatory are open from 9am to 9pm, with last entry around 8–8:30pm.
- The outdoor gardens are open from 5am to 2am.
- Domes occasionally close for maintenance, so check the “Opening Hours & Closures” page on the official site.
The Garden Rhapsody light show
The Supertrees light up in sync with music for about 15 minutes every evening at 7:45pm and 8:45pm. It’s free. Lie on the ground under the Supertree Grove for the best view, and arrive 10–15 minutes early. The Skyway closes during the shows.
Tips
- The best plan is the domes at 4–5pm, then the Supertrees at dusk and the 7:45pm show, then a walk to Marina Bay Sands for Spectra.
- Get there by MRT to Bayfront (exit B) and follow the underpass.
- Buy tickets online to skip the counter queues. Compare Gardens by the Bay tickets and combos.
- Bring a light layer, because the Cloud Forest is cool after the heat outside.
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FAQ: Gardens by the Bay
Is Gardens by the Bay free?
The outdoor gardens, the Supertree Grove and the Garden Rhapsody light show are free. The conservatories, the OCBC Skyway, the Supertree Observatory and Floral Fantasy are paid.
Is the Cloud Forest worth it?
Yes. Most visitors rate it as one of Singapore’s highlights, especially the waterfall and the treetop walkway.
How long do you need at Gardens by the Bay?
Plan on 3–4 hours to see both domes, walk the outdoor gardens and stay for an evening show.
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