Gardens by the Bay Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Gardens by the Bay. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Singapore River Cruise, Night Garden Rhapsody, and Spectra by CYT

• Singapore River Cruise and 2 Must-See Water Light Shows

• Private Singapore Tour With a Local, Highlights, and Hidden Gems 100% Personalized

• 6 Hours - Singapore Tour in Private Car or Minibus With Driver

• Private Customized Singapore Walking Tour

It costs nothing to visit the Gardens by the Bay in general, but many of its attractions and amenities, such as the Supertree Observatory and OCBC Skyway, require tickets. You can also take sightseeing tours to explore the gardens more fully, from river cruises that offer light shows for around US$44 to private city tours starting at around US$81.

Yes, it's worth visiting Gardens by the Bay when you're in Singapore, because this urban park has become one of the city's most iconic landmarks. Whether you come to see the Supertree Grove, explore the views from the OCBC Skyway, or see the evening light show, there are many ways to experience the space—and it's generally easy too, as it's a staple of city tours and river cruises.

Per one customer who booked the Singapore River Cruise, Night Garden Rhapsody and Spectra by CYT, "This tour was excellent. The river tour highlighted a lot of the beautiful architecture of Singapore. The Garden Rhapsody light show at Gardens by the Bay was beautiful. To top off the visit, the water and colorful light show on the river waterfront was incredible."

It’s free to enter the Gardens by the Bay complex, and many of its attractions, including the Supertree Grove and Garden Rhapsody Light Show, are also free. Attractions that require paid tickets include the Flower Dome, Cloud Forest, Supertree Observatory, OCBC Skyway, Floral Fantasy, and shuttle service around the complex.

The best day to visit Gardens by the Bay is a weekday, as weekends and public holidays can get very crowded. Visit early in the morning or later in the evening to beat the crowds. It’s also best to visit when it’s not raining, as many attractions are outdoors.

Plan to spend around 2 to 4 hours at Gardens by the Bay. That gives you enough time to see the top attractions, including Flower Dome, Cloud Forest, Floral Fantasy, and Supertree Grove, and time to visit a few other free outdoor gardens and attractions at the complex.

Ideally, you want to visit Gardens by the Bay during the day and at night. Many of the gardens and the Flower Dome are better viewed during daylight, while the Supertree Grove is better seen at night. The Garden Rhapsody show is at night. A morning visit, meanwhile, offers a less crowded experience.

The Garden Rhapsody light show at the Supertree Grove lasts 15 minutes and occurs twice a night, at 7:45pm and 8:45 pm. The show features a dazzling light show set to music, which changes throughout the year to cover different themes, such as Songs of Singapore and Musical Theater.

Yes. Although the Gardens by the Bay complex spans 250 acres (101 hectares) and contains numerous different gardens, conservatories, and attractions, it is possible to see the complex in a day. The conservatories and paid attractions are open from 9am to 9pm, while some areas are open from 5am to 2am.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Gardens by the Bay. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Singapore:

• Merlion Park

• Boat Quay

• Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay

• Little India

• Esplanade–Theatres on the Bay

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Singapore.