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Singapore Zoo

The Singapore Zoo is an open concept zoological garden that has created natural habitats for a variety of animal species. Get the rare chance to watch orangutans, kangaroos, polar bears, lions, and more. Enjoy direct entry and combo experiences with our selection of Singapore Zoo tickets.

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08:30 AM - 06:00 PM

Recommended Duration

2 hours

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About Singapore Zoo

Visit one of the Top 5 zoos in the world while you're in the Lion City. Spot over 2,800 exotic animals from across 300 species, including free-range Orangutans, Asiatic Lions and more, at the Singapore Zoo.

Address

80 Mandai Lake Rd, Singapore 729826

Also known as

Mandai Zoo

Year opened

1973

Founded by

Mandai Wildlife Group

Visitor’s per year

2000000

Expected wait time - Standard

30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Why visit Singapore Zoo?

Among the top zoos in the world

The Singapore Zoo is one of the Top 5 Zoos in the world. A must-visit if you love nature, conservation, or just want to do something different in Singapore, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Free-range orangutan conservatory

Singapore Zoo has a large free-range habitat created for these orange-haired primates, as part of their conservation efforts. It is a top highlight of the Zoo and is worth the visit.

Exotic animal encounters

Fun fact: around 34% of the animal species you'll see at the Singapore Zoo are classified as "threatened" by the IUCN. See for yourself, the conservation efforts and habitats of these animals, at the Zoo.

"Open" enclosures for animals

The Singapore Zoo is one of the few zoos in the world where you'll see large, carefully created enclosures for the animals that imitate their natural habitats. This helps them feel at home and also provides a unique experience for visitors.

Did you know?

The Singapore Zoo opened its doors to the public on 27 June 1973. Back then, it was known as the Singapore Zoological Gardens.
At the time of inauguration, the zoo had housed 72 animal species; it's come a long way since!
The first Orangutan birth at Singapore Zoo happened in 1975. It has seen over 40 more Orangutan births since then.
A restaurant at the Zoo was named after one of the Orangutan residents, Ah Meng! She was also the first non-human Tourism Ambassador of Singapore.

Travel guides and tips

10 facts you need to know about the Singapore Zoo

Set in the lush greenery of the Lion City, the Singapore Zoo is renowned worldwide for its commitment to conservation and its incredible diversity of species. In this blog, we explore some fascinating Singapore Zoo facts that make it a must-visit destination. From its groundbreaking initiatives in animal care and preservation to its rare and […]

Singapore Zoo: Up close with elephants, orangutans, zebras, and more!

Located at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Singapore Zoo is a must-visit destination for any wildlife enthusiast. Covering a land area of 26 hectares, this zoo is home to over 4,200 animals of over 300 species, of which 34% are threatened. In this guide, we’ll take you through the different zones and their animals, provide information […]

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Beautiful zoo. My wife loved the Orangutans. The sign posting around the zoo was a little disappointing though. Overall good experience.

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United Arab Emirates

One of the best Zoos we have visited worldwide. It has interactive activities for kids which engages them to learn about animals in a fun way.

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Linda

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Helpful staff, all animals were visible, lines moved quickly on tram ride, the animals looked well looked after which is important

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Singapore Zoo Guide

The Singapore Zoo, also known as the Mandai Zoo, is an open concept zoological garden known for having one of the most beautiful wildlife park settings in the world. All animals are kept in landscaped enclosures and roam freely in settings that resemble their natural habitats. This concept has proven to be so effective that the zoo has even managed to give birth to Inuka, the world’s first polar bear to be born in the tropics.

The massive biodome spread over 68 acres of land is one of the largest in the world. Here is all you need to know about choosing the right Singapore Zoo tickets, getting there, different animal zones, timings, and more.

Your Singapore Zoo Tickets and Tour Options

With millions visiting the magnificent zoo every year, waiting lines can be hours long, and getting access to the main entrance could become quite a daunting task. It is therefore advised that you book your tickets online in advance.

Singapore Zoo tickets are available in a few variations: entry tickets, which give you direct access all exhibits at the zoo, combo tickets that allow you to explore more in Mandai Wildlife Reserve, and multi-attraction Singapore city passes.

Entry Tickets

Combo Tickets

City Pass

These tickets are a great option for those who only want to visit the zoo in Mandai and are on a budget. These tickets allow you to access all parts of the zoo and encounter animals such as elephants, tigers, lions, and more. You can also access the underwater galleries, and glass observatories, and look over the zoo from the stunning vantage points.

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Singapore Zoo

Encounter 2,800 animals ranging over 300 species of mammals, birds, and reptiles at the Mandai Zoo with these standard entry tickets. Senior citizens also get to access the tram ride for free with this ticket.

If you’re looking to get your fill of wildlife and nature, opt for a combo ticket. These not only offer entry into the Singapore Zoo, but to other wildlife attractions as well, such as River Safari, Night Safari, Jurong Bird Park, and more. Combo tickets are a great way to save money and avoid the hassle of multiple bookings.

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Super Saver Combo: Singapore Zoo + River Safari + Night Safari

Explore three of Singapore’s top wildlife parks with this all-in-one super saver combo: Singapore Zoo, River Safari, where you can traverse river ecosystems from around the world, and the dark world of Night Safari to gain insights into the lives of nocturnal animals.

Super Saver Combo: Singapore Zoo + River Safari

With this combo ticket, discover the natural habitats of a vast variety of wildlife at Singapore Zoo and explore Asia’s only river-themed wildlife park at River Safari.

Explore everything that Singapore has to offer at your own pace with a multi-attraction city pass. Cruise through several tours and attractions in the Lion City across 2, 3, or 5 days. Depending on the pass you choose, you'll be able to get free entry to attractions such as the Singapore Zoo, Alive Museum, Night Safari, Jurong Bird Park, Singapore Flyer, Sentosa 4D Magix, Sentosa Cineblast, Desperados, and more.

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iVenture Singapore Flexi Attractions Pass

The Singapore iVenture Flexi Pass allows you to visit a select number of attractions from a list of 20, such as Singapore Flyer, SG Zoo, Adventure Cove, Night Safari, Jurong Bird Park, and S.E.A. Aquarium. The pass is valid for 5 days.

Singapore City Pass

Explore Singapore at ease with the Singapore City Pass. The pass allows you to visit several tours and attractions in Singapore for 2, 3, or 5 days. With the Singapore City Pass, you will be able to go for a sightseeing tour, get a 2-days hopper pass, and visit 2 attractions of your choice.

Which Singapore Zoo Ticket Should You Go For?

Here are the best ticket options based on your various requirements:

If you are on a budget

If you are on a budget, the Singapore Zoo entry ticket is the best buy since it gives you access to the zoo and includes a tram ride ticket for senior citizens.

If you want to explore Mandai Wildlife Reserve Singapore Further

If you have an entire day at your disposal and want to explore WRS Singapore's Night Safari, River Wonders, and Jurong Bird Park along with Singapore Zoo, pick the combo ticket.

If you want to explore Singapore further

A city pass is the best option to choose from if you want to explore Singapore further. Along with access to Singapore Zoo, you also get to enjoy attractions such as Gardens By the Bay, Night Safari, Marina Bay Sands Skypark, National Gallery Singapore, S.E.A Aquarium Singapore, Skyline Luge Sentosa, Wild Wild Wet Waterpark, Snow City Singapore, KidZania Singapore, Madame Tussauds Singapore, and more with iVenture Singapore Flexi Attractions Pass, and Singapore City Pass.

Singapore Zoo Ticket Offers

Singapore Zoo Discounted Ticket

Children below the age of 3 can enter for free, while children between ages 3 and 12 can enjoy reduced prices. Singapore citizens can enjoy reduced prices across all ages (children, senior citizens, and adults) with a Wildpass.

Cashback And Offers

Headout offers a 4% discount on entry tickets and an additional 15% cashback.

Plan Your Visit To Singapore Zoo

Timings

Getting There

Facilities

What are Singapore Zoo’s opening hours?
The Zoo is open between 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM every day.

How long does it take to tour Singapore Zoo?
Exploring everything that this magnificent zoo has to offer will take you between 3-4 hours

When is the Singapore Zoo closed?
The zoo is open every day of the year and occasionally closes for maintenance.

When is the best time of the year to visit the Singapore Zoo?
The best time to visit Singapore Zoo is between December to June, to avoid Singapore’s hot summers and the holiday crowds they bring in.

When is the best time of the day to visit the Singapore Zoo?
The best time to visit the zoo is on weekdays, right when it opens for the day.

Where is Singapore Zoo located?
Singapore Zoo is located within the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, at 80 Mandai Lake Rd, Singapore 729826.
Google Map Directions

How do I get to Singapore Zoo by MRT?
The fastest way to get to Mandai Zoo by MRT is by taking the North-South (Red) line. Alight at the Singapore Zoo stop, which is just a 2 minute's walk away from the zoo.

How do I get to Singapore Zoo by car?
Mandai Wildlife Reserve is a 30-minute drive away from the main city. You can choose to come via the Central Expressway (CTE) or via the Via Pan Island Expressway (PIE).

Can I get to Singapore Zoo by bus?
Multiple buses can take you from Singapore City to Mandai Wildlife Reserve.
From Choa Chu Kang (NS4) take bus no. 927.
From Ang Mo Kio (NS16) take bus no. 138.
From Marsiling (NS8) and Woodlands (NS9) take bus no 926. This bus operates only on Sundays and public holidays.
You can also take the Mandai Khatib Shuttle, which is available daily from Khatib MRT Station to Singapore Zoo Coach Bay. The journey takes just 15 minutes, and a bus is available every 20 minutes from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM every day.

Is parking available at Singapore Zoo?
Yes, parking is available towards the left of the Zoo’s entrance.

Is Singapore Zoo wheelchair accessible?
Yes, wheelchairs are available at the zoo entrance.

Is a storage facility available at Singapore Zoo?
Yes, small and large lockers and oversized luggage counters are available for a fee at the zoo.

Is photography permitted at Singapore Zoo?
Yes, non-flash photography for personal use is permitted at the Singapore Zoo.

Are dining options available at Singapore Zoo?
There are plenty of options such as KFC, Inuka Café, Chomel Bistro, Chawang Bistro, and New Zealand Natural are available at the zoo.

Things To Do In Singapore Zoo

With more than 2800+ animals representing 300 species of wildlife (26% of which are threatened species), Singapore Zoo has a lot to offer and promises a memorable time. From the savannahs of Africa to the Frozen Tundra, the diversity of wildlife and habitats is extraordinary. Explore the Australian landscape to spot Kangaroos and the Great Rift Valley of Ethiopia to come face to face with the baboons in the middle of tropical Singapore.

Watch the dead cats in their full might as they roam about the African landscape. Besides spotting these rare species, you also get to engage with the animals be it by having breakfast with orangutans, watching the elephants play, or witnessing the sea lions and seals put on a show for you.

There are 11 zones at the zoo, and here are the highlights of the top zones:

Frozen Tundra

Resembling the arctic habitat, the Frozen Tundra is ice cold and has ice caves and pools with giant ice blocks. Over here you’ll be able to spot the Polar bears, Racoon Dogs, and Wolverines.

Wild Africa

Designed after the grassy plains of Africa, this habitat has both predator and prey living in close vicinity of each other. Spot the White Rhinoceros, Cheetah, African Painted Dog, Zebra, Giraffe, African Lion, and Meerkats here.

Fragile Forest

A biodome that teleports you to the Rainforests, this zone uses ‘live’ education displays to teach visitors about the animals of the region. These include the Lesser Mouse Deer, Ring-Tailed Lemur, Two-Toed Sloth, and the Malaysian Flying Fox.

Australasia

Meet the marsupials of Australia, New Guinea, Indonesia, and islands and the Americas. The animals you will see are cassowary, kangaroos, and wallabies.

Elephants of Asia

Set up in a Burmese-style architecture of a one-hectare exhibit are the largest living mammals, elephants. See the Asian elephants in their element; during their bath spas, playing, and during their pass-times.

Treetops Trail

Considered to be the world’s best rainforest zoo, you can meet the habitat’s unique residents such as false gharial, mouse deer, and siamang that live in different layers of the jungle.

Rainforest KidzWorld

The perfect play area for children where they can also meet and learn about friendly animals. You can meet the small horse breeds, Falabella in the barn, and Wild Animal Carousel.

Explore Mandai Wildlife Reserve

Here are other things you can do at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve:

River Safari

Asia’s first and only river-themed wildlife park, the River Safari is spread over 12 hectares and houses 200 species of fauna and 400 species of flora. The River Safari is designed to replicate freshwater habitats from the iconic rivers of the world such as the Amazon, Mekong, Nile, Mississippi, and more.

With River Safari Singapore tickets float down the Amazon and spot leopards, visit the Giant Panda Forest to see these cute, fuzzy creatures, or observe the ancient creatures of the Nile at this one-of-a-kind wildlife park.

Night Safari

The world’s first safari park for nocturnal animals, the Night Safari is a rare experience and a must-do experience on one of your evenings in Singapore. The 12-time winner of the Best Attraction Award boasts different landscapes, taking you across 6 topographic zones, which range from the Himalayan Foothills to the Asian Riverine Forest.

Night Safari Singapore tickets also offer walking routes such as the Wild Cats Fishing Trail and the Leopard Trail. Featuring special shows such as the Creatures of the Night which involves the nocturnal creatures putting on a special show for you and a Thumbuakar performance which is a local fire dance, you’ll also be able to witness amazing feats and skills.

Jurong Bird Park

Asia’s largest bird park, Jurong Bird Park, covers more than 20 hectares of hills which house more than 5,000 birds across 400 species. This aviary is home to four free-flight aviaries which mirror the natural topography of the different areas of the world.

The Waterfall Aviary accommodates 600 free-flying birds while the Penguin Coast houses nearly 100 penguins across five species. Jurong Bird Park tickets also give access to special shows such as the ‘King of the Skies’ and ‘High Flyers’ while also providing immersive lunch experiences like ‘Lunch with Parrots.’

Singapore Zoo Tickets FAQs

Can you buy Singapore Zoo tickets online now?

Yes, it is mandatory to book SG Zoo tickets online and in advance. Guests are advised to prebook their tickets online so as to get their preferred date and time of visit.

What are the different types of Singapore Zoo tickets?

These are your ticket options: entry tickets offer direct access to all exhibits at the zoo, combo tickets that let you combine your Singapore Zoo experience with a visit to River Safari, Night Safari, or Jurong Bird Park, and a Singapore pass that gives you free access to up to 20 attractions in the city.

Are discounts available on Singapore Zoo tickets?

What are the Singapore Zoo opening hours?

The Zoo is open between 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM every day.

How long does it take to tour Singapore Zoo?

Exploring everything that the Zoo has to offer will take you between 3-4 hours to fully cover.

When is the best time to visit the Singapore Zoo?

The best time to visit the zoo is on weekdays, right when it opens for the day. The best time to visit Singapore Zoo is between December to June, to avoid Singapore’s hot summers and the holiday crowds they bring in

How do I get to Singapore Zoo?

Here is how you can get to Mandai Zoo:

By bus: From Choa Chu Kang (NS4) take bus no. 927, from Ang Mo Kio (NS16) take bus no. 138, and from Marsiling (NS8) or Woodlands (NS9) take bus no 926. This bus operates only on Sundays and public holidays.

You can also take the Mandai Khatib Shuttle, which is available daily from Khatib MRT Station to Singapore Zoo Coach Bay. The journey takes just 15 minutes, and a bus is available every 20 minutes from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM everyday.

By MRT: The fastest way to get to Mandai Zoo by MRT is by taking the North-South (Red) line. Alight at the Singapore Zoo stop, which is just a 2 minute walk away from the zoo.

By car: Mandai Wildlife Reserve is a 30-minute drive away from the main city. You can choose to come via the Central Expressway (CTE) or via the Via Pan Island Expressway (PIE).