National Orchid Garden Tickets
The National Orchid Garden is one of the highlights of the Botanic Gardens in Singapore. Whether you are a gardening enthusiast or just looking for a unique experience in Singapore, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is an unmissable attraction in Singapore! Know more about your ticket and some helpful information, below.
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About National Orchid Garden
The National Orchid Garden, located in the heart of the Botanical Gardens, is home to exotic orchids from all over the world. Discover hundreds of species and hybrids of orchids that are named after iconic figures across the globe. Read on to see what to see and do at the National Orchid Garden.
Did you know?
Singapore Botanical Gardens that houses the National Orchid Garden, is Singapore's first UNESCO World Heritage site. It was awarded this title in 2014.
The National Orchid Garden is home to Singapore's national flower, Vanda Miss Joaquim, which is a hybrid of the Papilionanthe teres and Papilionanthe hookeriana species.
Why visit National Orchid Garden?
Highlights
Tropical Montane Orchidetum
Highlights: Tropical orchids, bromeliads, rhododendrons, ginger
What To Expect:
- In this zone, you'll be transported to a montane floral ecosystem where you get to explore how various types of orchids and other plant species thrive at different elevations.
- This zone is a gradually elevated trail, since it aims to replicate a montane forest, so you'll get to see interesting hybrids and species of plants you've never seen before.
Yuen Peng McNeice Bromeliad Collection
Highlights: Bromeliads, aroids, calatheas, orchids
What To Expect:
- Walk around at an altitude of 650m to 1,000m, in a simulated Central/South American forest environment and take in the dizzying varieties of bromeliads at this exhibit. If you find flowers that resemble a pineapple, don't worry. They're in the same family.
- Apart from the various sub-types of bromeliads, you'll also see hybrids of orchids and uniquely shaped aroids that grow in a neotropical environment.
Tan Hoon Siang Mist House
Highlights: Rare paleotropical orchids
What To Expect:
- This area of the National Orchid Garden gives of a tropical Asian, or African garden, and features a range of unusual, and even prize-winning orchids. These orchids are specially bred and kept as part of the National Orchid Garden's roster.
- Some orchids to look out for include the Lady's Slipper hybrids, dendrobiums, Moth orchids, and Vandaceous orchids.
Sembcorp Cool House
Highlights: Rare, high altitude orchids and hybrids
What To Expect:
- This zone simulates a high elevation, mountain environment that has temperatures ranging from 16-23 degree celsius and the floral biodiversity of Malesia, Australasia, and Southeast Asia amongst others.
- You'll find varied species of orchids that are exclusive to higher altitudes, such as Boat orchids, Slipper orchids, and Chain orchids, making for a unique viewing experience for both orchid-enthusiasts and the average Joe.
Plan your visit
Tyersall Entrance
The main entrance to National Orchid Garden is at Tyersall Entrance, so make sure to park nearby on your visit, unless you want to walk through the Botanical Gardens for a bit to reach the National Orchid Garden.
Last entry to National Orchid Gardens and its attractions is at 6pm.
We recommend you spend at least two hours at National Orchid Garden to fully appreciate the various exhibits, flora, blossoms, archways, and water features. You may need 3 hours to explore the entire Singapore Botanic Gardens.
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Commercial video and photography are not allowed and will require prior permission from management.
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