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Mandai Orchid Gardens
Type: Gardens, Sightseeing
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A delightful place to spend a couple of hours! The gardens were started in 1951 by John Laycock who also helped found the Orchid Society of Southeast Asia. Today, more than 2 hectares (5 acres) are... Read More
A delightful place to spend a couple of hours! The gardens were started in 1951 by John Laycock who also helped found the Orchid Society of Southeast Asia. Today, more than 2 hectares (5 acres) are devoted to some 200 varieties of vibrantly colored orchids, including the light purple Vanda Miss Joaquim, Singapore's national flower. The remaining land is dotted with verdant foliage, a water garden, an organic herb and spice garden and a fruit orchard. Plan to enjoy a meal at the Vanilla Pod restaurant, where signature dishes are created using edible orchids; alternatively you can have a quick meal at the casual Café Vanda.
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Hours:
- Gardens: Mon 8am-6pm; Tue-Sun 8am-7pm
- Vanilla Pod Restaurant & Bar: Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm, 6:30pm-11pm; Sat-Sun 9am-11pm
Admissions:
- Adult SGD3.50; Senior SGD1.50; Child (11 and under) SGD1