Jurong Lake Gardens—Nature walks and family fun

Description

Jurong Lake Gardens is one of the newly developed lush green spaces included in the list of National Gardens. It takes you on an enchanting walk by the pristine waters of the lake and through its various cultural gardens. The landscape consists of Lakeside Garden, Chinese Garden and Japanese Gardens. Alongside the water bodies, the red-colored track makes your stroll pleasurable. The mesmerizing mist over the glass water body is a sight for sore eyes. Jurong Lake Garden is home to freshwater swamp forests, flora and fauna, dragonflies and a thriving plant life. The residents of this delightful location include robust Macaques, Otters with dense fur, fluffy Squirrels and a wide variety of Butterflies. It is definitely a must-visit place.

Tips

Where to park

There are three adjacent parking locations for your convenience with abundant parking spaces available.

Car Park 1: Entrance Pavilion North Car Park

Car Park 2: Garden House Car Park

Car Park 3: Entrance Pavilion South Car Park

How to reach there:

Walk from the nearest MRT station - Lakeside MRT (EW26).

Opening hours:

Jurong Lake Gardens is open daily from 7am to 7pm (last entry at 6.30pm).

Washroom locations:

Washrooms are available at convenient locations along the car parking area as well as at secure distances inside the garden.

Best spots to take pictures -

There are ample instagram worthy spots in this picturesque place, covered in exquisite landscapes, suitable for vibrant pictures. To name a few:

● Resau Walk

● Forest Ramble

● Rainbow Bridge

● Butterfly Maze

Best routes to follow:

The Jurong Lake Garden ties 3 separate areas together. The Chinese Garden and Japanese Garden are island structures charmingly woven together through picturesque bridges to the Lake Garden. Follow the quintessential interactive map available on NParks website to get a refined picture of the trail direction.

https://www.nparks.gov.sg/juronglakegardens/explore-our-gardens/interactive-map

Best Spot to relax (tea/snacks) :

● The Oval - Situated next to the South Carpark, it has the pavilion. Washrooms are available for your convenience. Incase of unpredicted rains you can take shelter as the area is shaded.

● Wave Plaza - It gives a view of a pagoda located in the chinese garden. You can take a rest in the seating area.

● Fusion Spoon - A compact restaurant / cafe for quick relaxation while sipping coffee amidst nature.

● There are many benches along the pond to relax and take a sip of your drink.