Top 10 Things to do in Fort Canning, Singapore

August 27, 2021 Jasper Kershner

The Singapore cityscape looks like it was ripped from the pages of a science fiction comic book. If you’re hungry for a true Singapore experience, sample the myriad street foods or take a cultural cooking class. The Botanic Gardens and the Gardens By the Bay offer a slice of horticultural heaven, and the observation deck of the Sands SkyPark makes you feel like you’re high above the clouds. The banks and walkways along the Singapore River bustle with local activity.
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1. The Singapore Culinary Academy & Spice Garden

Fort Canning Centre Fort Canning Park, Singapore 534106 Singapore +65 6336 3307 [email protected] http://www.at-sunrice.edu.sg
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The Singapore Culinary Academy & Spice Garden

Reviewed By cre8ivichiban - Lyon, France

The walk in the culinary garden was a highlight, we took a class on making Laksa from scratch. It was informative/educational & most of all fun! Highly recommend for anyone interested in well executed Singaporean cuisine.

140 Hill Street Old Hill Street Police Station #01-08, Old Hill Street Police Station, Singapore 179369 Singapore +65 6222 1039 [email protected] http://www.redotgallery.com
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ReDot Fine Art Gallery

Since 2004, ReDot Fine Art Gallery is the first and only art gallery in Singapore, indeed throughout Asia-Pacific, dedicated to Australian & Indigenous Contemporary Art.

3. Chinois Spa

11 Canning Walk Hotel Fort Caning Level 1, Singapore 178881 Singapore +65 6836 3363 [email protected] http://www.chinoisspa.com.sg/
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Chinois Spa

Chinois Spa is a dedicated well-being company that believes in a simple philosophy : ‘ To provide outstanding treatments and programs for a healthy well-being using the best premium products available ’. We work with a team of professional well-trained therapists and with an honest brand of 100% natural skincare, made with only the finest quality natural ingredients. Many of the products carry the COSMOS-standard certification. Nestled within Hotel Fort Canning, Sheraton Towers Hotel and Hilton Hotel in Singapore, Chinois Spa is a multi-outlet urban have imbued with tranquil settings for rejuvenating spa therapies. With a buffet of services ranging from Chinois Signature Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Swedish Massage, body polish, jacuzzi bath, organic facial treatment, etc., Chinois Spa are welcoming our guests to embark on a journey of relaxation and restoration that promote an overall improvement of the body.

Reviewed By rebeccacC4826LL

The friendly service from the moment I stepped into the soothing reception, to the very end of me full body massage was exceptional.

4. Battlebox

2 Cox Terrace Fort Canning Park, Singapore 179622 Singapore +65 6338 6133 [email protected] http://www.battlebox.com.sg
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Battlebox

A former underground command centre in Fort Canning Hill, the Battlebox was part of the Malaya Command Headquarters during World War II. It was here that Lt-Gen Percival made the fateful decision to surrender Singapore to the Japanese on 15 February 1942. Journey back in time to 1942 and discover the true causes of the Fall of Singapore and learn how an underground command centre functioned during the war.

Reviewed By RNoonan - Calgary, Canada

February 15, 1942 was the fateful day that British Officers surrendered Singapore to the invading Japanese Armed forces. The Battle Box complex located in Fort Canning Park was part of the British Command Headquarters during World War II and provides a very real reenactment of the events that lead up to and during that fateful day. The guide we had was very knowledgeable and provided insight and commentary on the invasion of both Malaya and Singapore. Well worth taking in for both history buffs and those wishing to be better informed on the tragic events that occurred in Singapore during that period.

5. Healing Touch Spa

5 Tank Rd 5 mins walk from Fort Canning MRT, Singapore 238061 Singapore +65 6715 1515 http://www.healingtouchspa.com
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Healing Touch received more than 45,000+ likes and 2000+ reviews for - Sincere service with no hard selling - Caring, skillful Therapists - Good value for money Healing Touch is an award winning spa with the following accolades: - Top Brand, Spa & Wellness, Influential Brands 2016 - Women's Weekly Spa Award for Best Deep Tissue Massage 2015/2016 - Women's Weekly Spa Award for Best QuaSha Facial 2016 - CLEO Body Award for Best Deep Tissue Massage 2016 Founded in 2001, Healing Touch is now a chain of 8 spa and beauty outlets spread across Singapore. We are dedicated to providing our clients with a relaxing, therapeutic and caring spa experience.

6. Sang Nila Utama Garden

1 Canning Rise National Archives of Singapore Fort Canning Park, Singapore 179868 Singapore
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Sang Nila Utama Garden

Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom

The Sang Nila Utama Garden is a garden set within Fort Canning Park and named after the first of the ancient kings of Singapore. As such the garden has a South East Asian theme especially the architecture of ancient Indonesia and Malaysia. In keeping with the theme, there is a pond with waterlilies in a reflective pool, large potted plants, gateways, plants and sculptures typical of Javanese culture. Sang Nila Utama Garden is one of many themed gardens in Fort Canning Park. While all are beautifully landscaped and well tended, this is my favourite for its link to antiquity.

7. Chettiar Temple

1 Tank Road Chettiar Temple, Singapore 238058 Singapore
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Chettiar Temple

The colorful glass-paneled ceiling and 75-foot-high gopuram make this one of the more popular temples for visitors in Singapore.

8. Singapore Dance Theatre

Fort Canning Centre 2nd Storey, Cox Terrace, Singapore 179618 Singapore http://www.yoursingapore.com/content/traveller/en/browse/see-and-do/arts-and-entertainment/dance/singapore-dance-theatre.html?TAHotelCode=35
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From a humble troupe of seven ballet dancers practising in an old studio on Killiney Road, the Singapore Dance Theatre has evolved into a well-patronised performing arts group comprising 24 dancers pre-dominantly from the Asia Pacific region.

9. Singapore Night Festival

Bras Basah Bugis, Singapore 39805 Singapore http://nightfest.sg/programmes/detail/build-your-own-singapore-night-festival-2017
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Singapore Night Festival

Staying in Singapore over the last two weekends of August? You'll be in for a visual treat at the Singapore Night Festival. What's there to do in darkness? Plenty, as an extravaganza of performances and artworks that make use of light are dispersed in Singapore's premier art precinct, Bra Basah-Bugis. Most museums in the neighborhood are also opened for free till late at night, hosting local and overseas talents. Do not miss the display show that is screened on the facade of the National Museum — it's usually playful and thought provoking, plus it's super impressive that it's screened on an iconic national monument!

10. Fort Canning Park

River Valley Rd, Singapore 179038 Singapore +65 1800 471 7300 http://www.nparks.gov.sg/fortcanning
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Fort Canning Park

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. During World War II, the hill was instrumental in Singapore's war efforts with numerous military buildings located there. One of these buildings was the Fort Canning Bunker or Battle Box, where the decision to surrender Singapore to the Japanese was made by the British. Many war relics from Singapore's colourful history have survived on the hill and are still visible today.Although the hill has since lost its imposing stature, its distinctive charm still remains. The lush lawns draw picnics, concerts, theatre productions and festivals, while weddings, parties and gatherings are a regular sight in the park's elegant indoor function rooms. Visit the park today and experience the tranquillity once enjoyed by the Malay royals of yore.

Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom

This park is set on a hill that used to be part of the Fort Canning Fortifications. Some military structures are still near the top of the hill and these are clearly marked with dire warnings for trespassing. The park is a beautiful area with several gardens inspired by the history of Singapore including the Raffles Garden, Spice Garden, and my personal favourite, the Sang Nila Utama Garden inspired by the first king of Singapore. There’s also a sculpture hiking trail published by the National Parks of Singapore that’ll take you through the park to see the many sculptures inside. The park is a great way to spend at least half a day hiking in a beautiful setting.

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