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Singapore Botanic GardensvsBukit Timah Nature Reserve
Both are rated highly by expert writers. On balance, Singapore Botanic Gardens is the choice of most reviewers compared to Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. Singapore Botanic Gardens has a TripExpert Score of 93 with praise from 6 reviews such as Frommer's, Fodor's and concierge.com.
Singapore Botanic Gardens
Fodor's
Concierge
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Condé Nast Traveler
Michelin Guide
The Telegraph
Time Out
1 Cluny Road, Singapore 259569, Singapore
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Fodor's "The gardens were begun in 1859 and carry the hallmarks of Victorian garden design—gazebos, pavilions, and ornate bandstands included." Full review
Concierge "Originally developed in 1869 for the scientific study of cash crops like cocoa and nutmeg, this beautiful 166-acre property is an oasis in the otherwise urban landscape of the city."
Frommer's "Carved out within the tropical setting lies a marshgarden awash with water lilies and papyrus plants." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Established in 1860, this wonderful 52-hectare park retains an aura of Victorian gentility, with its swan lake, symphony stage and themed gardens." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This beautiful 166-acre property is an oasis in the otherwise urban landscape of the city." Full review
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Don't miss the exquisite National Orchid Garden, with some 700 species of flower (180 of them native to Singapore).
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"A veritable oasis where over 2,000 varieties of trees, plants and flowers - see the National Orchid Garden." Full review
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An enchanting stroll as near to perfection as it gets.
The Telegraph "Explore Singapore Botanic Garden like a local: go for a jog through the meandering pathways framed by lush greenery or, if not, take part in one of many complimentary exercise classes." Full review
Time Out "Established in 1859, the Gardens is a tranquil respite from the city buzz." Full review
Bukit Timah Nature Reserve Fodor's Concierge Frommer's Lonely Planet Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
177 Hindhede Drive, Singapore 589333, Singapore
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Fodor's "If you like your nature a little wilder than what's found in manicured urban parks, then this is the place for you." Full review
Concierge "In botanical terms, this 400-acre nature preserve is fabulously rich: Scientists estimate that there is a greater diversity of plant life here than in all of North America."
Frommer's "Believed to be as old as 1 million years, it's the only place on the island with vegetation that exists exactly as it was before the British settled here." Full review
Lonely Planet "Singapore’s steamy heart of darkness is Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, a 164-hectare tract of undeveloped primary rainforest clinging to Singapore’s highest peak, Bukit Timah." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "In botanical terms, this 400-acre nature preserve is fabulously rich: Scientists estimate that there is a greater diversity of plant life here than in all of North America." Full review
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Beware of the monkeys... they'll swipe cameras and eyeglasses in an eye-blink.
Afar Magazine "This place is magical. It's just a short cab ride from the heart of Singapore, but it feels like you've stepped into another world—a jungle." Full review
