Explore the beauty and diversity of orchids in the National Orchid Garden, Singapore Botanic Gardens.
Since
1859, orchids have been closely associated with the Singapore Botanic
Gardens. The products of the Gardens' orchid breeding programme, which
began in 1928, deserve a place where they can be displayed in their
full splendour. The very design of these orchids is, one could say,
'hand-crafted' by the Gardens' horticultural staff, dedicated to
bringing out the finest in any hybrid cross.
Over 1000 species
and 2,000 hybrids are now found in the Gardens' collection, with about
600 species and hybrids on display. Every year, more vibrant and
enduring hybrids are added on. So that all may admire and enjoy their
diversity, richness and beauty, the National Orchid Garden now offers a
permanent showcase, the largest display of tropical orchids in the
world.
This walk is conducted by the volunteers of the Singapore Botanic Gardens and is held every third Saturday of the month.
A tour in Mandarin is also conducted at 4pm.
Time: 9am,
10am, 11am (English) and 4pm (Mandarin), register at Visitor Centre 15
minutes before the tour starts. Registration is on a
first-come-first-served basis.
Tour duration: One hour.
Cost: While
the tour is free, admission charges to the Orchid Garden applies:
$5/adult, $1/student, $1/senior citizens (above 60 years) , Child below
12 years - Free
Website: http://www.sbg.org.sg/
Contact: Visitor Services 6471 7361
