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Fort Canning Park

Stand in awe before the old, majestic trees and explore Singapore's most diverse spice garden at this hilltop park full of history and heritage.

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Notices:

The entrance to Canning Rise from Percival Road will be closed between 19 and 21 December 2024 for road improvement works. Canning Rise will be inaccessible to vehicles during this period.

Visitor information

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Location

Bounded by Hill Street, Canning Rise, Clemenceau Avenue and River Valley Road

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Park information

Park size

22 hectares

Opening hours

Open 24 hours

Parking information

Carpark A: 46 car lots, 4 motorcycle lots.
Carpark B: 36 car lots, 8 motorcycle lots.
Carpark C: 60 car lots, 5 coach lots.

Nearby stations

Clarke Quay MRT station
Dhoby Ghaut MRT station
Fort Canning MRT station

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Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Accessibility detail

Wheelchair access only from the drop-off point at Cox Terrace roundabout.

Dos and don'ts

Find out more about the dos and don'ts you should follow when visiting the park.

Do apply for a park use permit at least 2 weeks in advance for filming/ photography or any organised group activities involving 30 or more persons.

What to see

Special features

Fort Canning Heritage Gallery

View historical artefacts dating as far back as the 1300s, and discover the history of Fort Canning Hill and its significance to Singapore.

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Sculptures and murals

Admire sculptures from various ASEAN member countries at the ASEAN Sculpture Garden, and spot 3 outdoor murals designed by local artist, Eng Siak Loy.

Colonial monuments

Visit the Fort Gate, the last remnants of the colonial hilltop fort, and tour a former Christian cemetery and British army barracks.

Historical gardens

Visit the 9 historical gardens that pay tribute to the park's rich and fruitful heritage.

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Plant and animals

Trees with interesting features

An upside-down tree, a cannonball tree, a tree with bark so soft it peels off like paper – go on our tree trail and have a look at these interesting trees!

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Herb and spice plants

Learn about the history of spice trading in Singapore as you wander through Singapore's most diverse Spice Garden, with over 180 varieties of herbs and spices.

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Heritage trees

Heritage trees are mature trees recognised for their botanical, social, historical, cultural and aesthetical value. Visit the 15 heritage trees in the park!

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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.

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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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Upcoming events

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GUIDED TOURS | RECURRING Free

Fort Canning Heritage and Spice Galleries Tour

Sat, 21 Dec 2024
10:00AM - 11:30AM

Fort Canning Park

GUIDED TOURS | RECURRING Free

Heritage on the Hill Guided Tour

Sat, 04 Jan 2025
10:00AM - 12:00PM

Fort Canning Park

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Fort Canning Park

Visitor information

Location

Park information

What to see

Special features

Plant and animals

What to do

Heritage walks and tours

Heritage appreciation

Upcoming events

Amenities

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