Fort Canning Park

Located on a hill, Fort Canning Park is one of Singapore's most historic landmarks. It has witnessed Singapore's golden age, when Malay Kings ruled from its peak, and watched as the island transformed from a sleepy fishing village into a vibrant trading hub in the 19th century.

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Cox Terrace (Canning Rise) 179872 Singapore

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Jenya S

Great park , but can be very busy on Sundays. Reservoir in the centre is off limits. Check out the battle box and the spice garden . They also hold awesome concerts and movies on the green.

Nora Worawan

It's great for walking but not much for a runner since it's quite small. The beautiful trees are worth the visit.

Cheen The Curious

Public parking . Anticlockwise around the hill , 1) ROM after Coleman St, 2) behind the National Museum , 3) up the slope at the end of Fort Canning Walk, 4) small one off Clemenceau Ave. CBD rates apply

Cheen The Curious

A welcome oasis of greenery in the city . Lots of shaded areas . Takes effort to walk along the meandering & uphill paths/stairs

Cheen The Curious

Pancur Larangan (Forbidden Spring). A tranquil water feature at the southwest corner of the park . The spot was said to be where the wives & consorts of Malay Kings of the land used to take their baths

Amber Zhao

aka Bukit Larangan (Forbidden Hill ), the resting place of ancient kings. renamed Fort Canning in 1861 to honor Viscount Charles John Canning, the Governor-General and first Viceroy of India

John A

Terrific park for an afternoon walk in the heart of CBD. Lush tropical plant aromas, historical monuments , and local music .

Cheen The Curious

Another magnificent heritage tree , the terap, a tall forest tree found throughout the Malay peninsula and in Singapore. Located behind NAS

Cheen The Curious

Plenty of private rest areas around the city park , offering quiet respite

Elise ❥

Lovely park with a lot of history. Outdoor concerts are held here and there are some nice cafes here too.

William Ng

If you're willing to wait in queue in the stuffy tunnel , you'll be rewarded with a photo for the gram. Even brides in full gear and makeup come here for a shot.

Cheen The Curious

Fort Canning got its name from Charles John Canning, Governor-General of India then. A fort was built on this hill to protect from seaborne attacks

Jess Thia

Myanmar picnic site on the bushy grass patch even on a hazy weekend day, located opposite 'Little Myanmar' / 'Little Burma' @ Peninsula Plaza & Excelsior Shopping Centre ????

Cheen The Curious

There are 4 carparks at the peripheral base of the park . All coupon parking except Carpark D which has an ERP gate

DHR.com

This is one of SG's best recreational places and allows visitors to learn more about the country ’s history. Highlights include Spice Garden , Gothic Gates, Raffles' House, and Keramat Iskandar Shah.

Cheen The Curious

All the way at the top of the hill is a reservoir , and supporting buildings

Cheen The Curious

One of the many heritage trees in the city park . Magnificent!

Cheen The Curious

The dotted line forms the boundary of the old Botanic Garden there was originally here

Cheen The Curious

Kayu Manis. Young leaves are distinctly reddish-pink. Bark used to make fragrant jossticks

Vally Azar

Relaxing spot with good scenery and a nice view of Singapore.

Wivil Wisut

Big trees and running up on the hill are the best

Kars Alfrink

Good place for an early morning run (or walk) while taking in the scenic views .

JuanJuan Yao

I love fort canning park ! Love the garden Beats festival !

Cheen The Curious

Park in the city , and on an elevation !

Mark A

Very nice park . In between downtown and Orchard Rd. Like a small jungle.

Cheen The Curious

This can be found in front of the Artisan 's Garden

Dara Fisher

I've heard this is also a nice place to walk around! Very...colonial.

National Parks Board Singapore

Go on the DIY trail (http://bit.ly/bwFPer) to view majestic trees . BONUS! Check "I've Done This" and flash the "Congrats! You've Done This" screen to our staff at Fort Canning Centre to claim a gift

Marco 鳄梨

Nice park , you can walk around it easily, no entrance.

National Parks Board Singapore

Heritage on the Hill (2.5 hours). Meeting point: Along courtyard opposite NParks Visitor Centre, Fort Canning Centre. Call 63321200 or 63321302 to register. FREE!

Margo Simon

Great and quiet

Lawky

Park to run or to walks

Natalie Tan

Stereolab presents Silent Disco at SINGfest 10! Party like you've never done before in absolute silence. The only air-con venue in the festival ! Chekkit at The Gallery .

Capt Tsubasa

Part of the history of Singapore

Suvega Srinivasan

Nice park at the center of a busy town . Good one for the open air rock shows!

Capt Tsubasa

Historic park

Natalie Tan

If you're at SINGfest 10, don't forget to head to Stereolab for The Official After Party! Ticket holders get free entry and ladies get 5 free drinks! At Pan Pacific Marina Sq.

Ben Mayson

Lovely grounds. Walks. History.

Andi Mahat

If you lucky , the soul of previous Hero's lies beneath the hills may surprise you......

Thomas Pamudji

Nice green park to run in the morning

Kira Aguilar

Lovely park for a Sunday walk

Bernard Chan

Awesome place to hold concert . But crew members have to be prepared to push case up the hill

prw prr

Love this outdoor place..

Nam Nam

Chillax here

Royal Plaza on Scotts Singapore

Register for the guided walks scheduled in 2013! Read more

Lucas Sia

Free parking @ night as well as Sunday & public holiday. Yeah man!

Eric Pols

Cool outdoor escalator for lazy park strollers.

Mark

Not much fort to see, nice old park

Adeline Annastasia Tui

Mosquitoes mosquitoes!

Adrian Teo

Runs here at nights are fresh, cool and safe. superb!

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