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What to do. Activities: Heritage walks and tours. Go on a self-guided walk or join a tour to trace the history and heritage of Singapore by visiting historically significant landmarks in the park. Find out more. Heritage appreciation. See the park in a new light with a visit to the Fort Canning Heritage Gallery or the Spice Gallery in the park.
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Before writing about the modern Fort Canning Park that we know today, I’d like to walk you down the memory lane and share a brief history of the park. Fort Canning Park was formerly known as Forbidden Hill(or “Bukit Larangan” in Malay) as it was believed to be where the ancient kings lived and were buried, and that it was not accessible by commoner...
The easiest way to get to Fort Canning Park is by taking MRT to Fort Canning Park Station(Downtown Line). Take Exit B. However, you can also take MRT to one of the following MRT stations and walk a short distance to Fort Canning Park: – Dhoby Ghaut Station (North South Line, North East Line and Circle Line), Exit B – Bras Basah Station (Circle Line...
Water. The park is really huge and considering the number of stairs you need to climb, I highly recommend that you bring your own drink. There is no convenient store at the park. If you don’t bring your own drink, your options would be vending machine at the toilet near Fort Canning Lighthouse or buy drink from restaurants (see “What to eat” sectio...
If you’re planning to explore the entire park, or a large portion of the park, I highly recommend that you wear shoes for your comfort. Most of the footpath is made of bricks, and there will be plenty of stairs, so a good pair of walking/road running shoes will suffice. Trail shoes is not required.
In this section, I’ll compile all of the facilities and their location in Fort Canning Park, for your easy reference. Carpark: – Carpark A at Canning Walk (Location) – Carpark B at Percival Road (Location) – Carpark C at Fort Canning Hotel (Location) – Carpark at Clemenceau Ave/Jubilee Park (Location) – Carpark at Registry of Marriage (ROM) (Locati...
Fort Canning Park Tree Tunnel
The most popular spot in Fort Canning Park is undoubtedly the Tree Tunnel. It is an underground tunnel that connects Fort Canning Park and Penang Road (near Dhoby Ghaut MRT). The easiest way to get to Fort Canning Park Tree Tunnel is to go to Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station, take Exit B, walk across the lawn until you reach the bus stop. Then, cross the street (Penang Road) and you’ll arrive at UBS Building. Turn left and walk along Penang Road towards the Tree Tunnel. This is the location on Google...
The Battlebox
The Battlebox, formerly known as Fort Canning Bunker, was a British underground command centre during the World War II. Built between 1936 – 1941, the bunker is 9m deep and had over 20 rooms. In 1942, British and the Allied forces made the decision at Fort Canning Bunker to surrender to the Japanese forces. The bunker was later occupied by Japanese forces. After Japanese surrendered in 1945, British came back and decided to seal the bunker instead of resuming operations. Today, the Battlebox...
Fort Gate
Fort Gate was the entrance of Fort Canning fortress built in 1961. The fort originally had a wall and moat running around its perimeter. Today, only a small fragment remains. And this Fort Gate is one of the remnants of the old Fort Canning. You can go up to the top of the Fort Gate by climbing a narrow staircase. Even though it’s just an empty rooftop, it’s worth the climb. Next to the Fort Gate, you will find a map on the floor that illustrate the floor plan of the Fort Canning in the past.
Tiong Bahru Bakery
Tiong Bahru Bakery is a well-known local brand serving comfort pastries and coffees. The restaurant is open from 7.30am to 7pm daily. Their croissant is said to be freshly baked every two hours (I love their croissant!). Besides pastries, there are various cakes and sandwiches as well. The building that Tiong Bahru Bakery occupies is the former River Valley Swimming Complex, hence, it is only fitting that the walls are decorated with swimming pool theme. Located at the Foothills, the easiest...
Le Jardin Restaurant
Le Jardin is a European restaurant serving French and European cuisine. The restaurant is open from 9am to 9pm on Mon-Fri; and 8.30am to 9.30pm on Sat-Sun. They offer Brunch menu from morning until 5pm, and Dinner menu from 5.30pm until closing. Pets are welcome at their outdoor seating. As the name suggests, Le Jardin (which is a French word for “garden”) has amazing garden interior that makes you feel like you’re dining inside a beautiful garden. Le Jardin is located at Fort Canning Centre....
Fort Canning Hotel
There are 2 dining options at the Fort Canning Hotel, namely The Salon (7am-10.30pm daily) and Tisettanta Lounge(11am-10.30pm daily). The Salon serves breakfast buffet in the morning. In the afternoon and evening, you can expect local fares (such as Lobster Nasi Lemak, Hokkien Mee) and international cuisines (such as Chorizo Seafood Pasta and Truffle Mushroom Pizza). Tisettanta Lounge is a laid-back lounge serving beverages, from coffee and tea to cocktail and wine.
Museums
National Museum of Singaporeis the oldest museum in Singapore, dating back to 1887. NMS provides various exhibitions, from history of Singapore to modern art installations. NMS is just a few steps away from Gothic Gate and ASEAN Sculpture Park. Admission is free for Citizens & PRs. For others, admission starts from S$10 (Child/Senior) and S$15 (Adult). You can get discounted ticket by booking here. Children’s Museum Singapore and Peranakan Museumare a couple of minutes walk away from Fort Can...
Old Hill Street Police Station
Old Hill Street Police Stationis a famous IG-worthy photo spot because of its colorful windows. Formerly a police station, the building now serves as office for Ministry of Communications and Information (MCI) and the Ministry of Culture, Community, and Youth (MCCY). It is located at the junction of Hill Street and River Valley Road. To get here from Fort Canning, head to Raffles House and walk down a series of staircase where Mural Wall is located at. References: The Legends Fort Canning Par...
Majestic Javanese split gates greet you at the entrance, while statues of frogs, fish and ducks bring back the old fauna of the palace gardens. There's also a calm, reflective pool, where you can...
But Fort Canning is a place full of history, tours, and things you wouldn’t expect in a central park in the middle of the city. From war tunnels to heritage sites, events to graveyards, it is full of many different things that will have you exploring the entire day. Singapore’s First Botanic Garden.
Formerly known as the ‘Forbidden Hill’, the Fort Canning Park is amongst the most historic places in Singapore. Fort Canning Park is a place where you will fell close to nature. Take your camera along and go for a walk in the park – you will have plenty of pictures to click.
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Really Useful Guide To Fort Canning Park: All The Things To See & Do At The Forbidden Hill - Little Day Out. Fort Canning Park occupies a special place in Singapore's history. Once the seat of royalty in the days of Temasek, it was also central to the events leading.
How to Access Fort Canning Singapore and Entrances Available. Fort Canning is a popular destination in Singapore, offering visitors a combination of history, nature, and cultural experiences. Fort Canning is located in the heart of Singapore, making access to it relatively simple.
