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Singapore Botanic GardensvsGardens by the Bay
Both are praised by professional travelers. Overall, Singapore Botanic Gardens scores significantly better than Gardens by the Bay. Singapore Botanic Gardens ranks #2 in Singapore with recommendations from 7 sources like Frommer's, Concierge and Condé Nast Traveler.
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
Gardens by the Bay Fodor's Lonely Planet Condé Nast Traveler
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18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953, Singapore
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Fodor's "Large-scale gardens next to Marina Bay Sands opened with much well-deserved pomp in 2012." Full review
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Highlights include a futuristic grove of "Supertrees"—giant vertical gardens—and two armadillo-shaped conservatories.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The latest blockbuster attraction at Marina Bay." Full review
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Highlights here include striking, sci-fi 'supertrees' and slinky, state-of-the-art conservatories
Condé Nast Traveler Editor's Pick
"Not one to do things on a small scale. So when it decided to add more green to the Garden City, it settled on Gardens by the Bay, a 101-hectare garden." Full review
Afar Magazine "A complex of theme gardens and steel-and-glass-domed conservatories located in the Marina Bay area of Singapore." Full review
Afar Magazine "Located near the Central Business District, Gardens By The Bay is a collection of two conservatories and other gardens that cost over $1 billion (Singapore Dollars) to build.
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Afar Magazine "Great set of gardens to walk through. Beautiful flowers and spots just to sit off and relax amongst beauty." Full review
Afar Magazine "Singapore’s newest garden is also the most whimsical. Gardens by the Bay offers two conservatories that resemble armadillos; giant steel-frame trees put on solar-powered light shows at..." Full review
Afar Magazine "With domed greenhouses of epic proportions on 100 hectares (250 acres), the sustainable Gardens by the Bay are an educational and fun center. The Cloud Forest is a misty, 35-meter-high..." Full review
Atlas Obscura "Singapore's landscaping project is home to 18 incredible Supertrees. " Full review
The Telegraph "Be wowed by the 165ft Avatar-esque “super-tree” structures, land-scarce Singapore’s nod to vertical gardens, that come cloaked in bromeliads, ferns and tropical flowering climbers. " Full review
