Despite visiting Singapore on five previous occasions, this was our first visit to Fort Canning Park. Unfortunately our visit took place on a rainy day so we didn’t spend as much time there as we would have liked. Nevertheless, it’s a place certainly worth visiting. Be warned, there are many, many steps! The wet weather meant extra care was needed when going up and down due to the rain and leaves making everything a little slippy. There’s plenty to see including some magnificent trees and interesting buildings which were mainly built for British armed services. One building is now an hotel and another a particularly interesting museum and gallery. Admission is free and there are some cafes within the park. Well worth visiting. Use the MTR to get there.

Our daughter had recommended visiting Battle box at Fort Canning Park. What an enjoyable few hours we had exploring that and the gardens. The Battle Box is a must and a hidden (literally) treasure. a former British command centre in WWII, it is steeped in history and you can imagine the conditions for the men stationed there and you could almost feel the desperation and sadness of having to surrender Singapore to the Japanese. The park itself does have a lot of steps (wear good walking shoes), and absolutely worth a visit.

Extensive green space lots of trails. Some pretty impressive stairways making sense if it was the high ground. Historical and beautiful. Can connect to mass transit a few spots. Adjacent to some small malls and between big street. Not far walk to China town and Riverwalk attractions.

Good park with lots of tree, free, no tickets. Location near the center of SG. Awesome photography spots. Suitable for walking, hang out, or refreshing. But the toilet is dirty and bad.

As the "Central Park" of Singapore. Located on a hill around 50 meter high, It is a beautiful park with trees, bushes and green grass. There are escalators on the west entrance. There are some attractions in the park, for example: Fort Wall and Gate, Fort Canning Art Center, the Battle Box, The sacred place and tomb of Keramat Iskandar Shah (the ruler of 14th century Singapore), the replica of the Fort Canning lighthouse, …… etc I have a special interest on the Battle Box. It was the Underground Far East Command Center during WW II, and has been transformed into a museum now. According to internet information, the museum is well designed, contains models and dummies that simulate the operation of the military base. Unfortunately the museum was not open on the day we visited. It should be noted that in addition to closing on Mondays and Tuesdays, it also takes a two-hour break at noon every day.

A lovely park in the centre of a Singapore. I’m not really sure it should be described a typical park, there are many different areas to cover. We spent 2 hours walking around on a sunny morning. Lots of nice plants to look at. I generally wouldn’t recommend for those with walking issues.

We were following a self guided walking tour we found online, made a good day of it exploring this vast park. It is easily reached via the Singapore MRT system. First stop was the Tree Tunnel staircase (see separate review). Then we walked up the long steps to continue to visit the Fort Gate, Sally Port (very hidden and you can take the narrow steps to reach the upper level, fun to do), Battle Box, Fort Canning Centre at the top of the hill with large green space. Continued to Sang Nila Utama Garden, beautiful and lush area with many sculptures. Walked over to the Fort Canning Hotel, and then continued down to see the lighthouse at Raffles House and the flagstaff pole. Also really enjoyed the Pancur Larangan with the water features and springs. From there you can take the escalator to reach the upper part of the park. We found the Keramat Sultan Iskandar Shah tomb/shrine near the Fort Canning Centre. There is a lot of shade, which was nice for the hot afternoon. Also plenty of clean restroom facilities. We also found a food court near the National Museum of Singapore, ended our visit there for some food and beverages.

Beautiful park in the heart of Singapore, where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. A great place to walk, sit and picnic or to visit The Battle Box, Spice Gardens, and The National Museum. A children's play park can also be found at the base.

Fort Canning Park is a historical gem in the heart of Singapore. The visit was enlightening, offering a deep dive into the fort’s storied past. The well-preserved artifacts and informative plaques provided a captivating educational experience. Although the popularity of the site was evident by the queue at the bunker, it was a minor distraction from the overall charm. The unexpected rain added a refreshing touch to the lush greenery, and thankfully, it didn’t dampen our spirits or hinder our exploration. Navigating the park’s extensive grounds, we uncovered hidden nooks that echoed tales of yesteryears. It’s a testament to Singapore’s dedication to preserving its heritage amidst modernity. A must-visit for history buffs and nature lovers alike.

This is a hidden gem of Singapore. Historically this place was the kingdom for kings who ruled Singapore during monarchy , following which it was commissioned as army barracks by Britishers when they ruled here. Some noteworthy places to check out here include Battlebox ( must sign up for audio guide to get the memorable experience here), heritage gallery, hotel fort canning, botanical gardens displaying collection of trees particularly liked by respectable leaders of modern Singapore and forbidden spring. It delves you deep into Japanese invasion during ww2 and subsequent creation of sovereign Singapore. Tree tunnel at Fort Canning Park is a perfect photoshoot location for any Instagram aficionado.