Fort Canning Park, an iconic hilltop landmark has witnessed many of Singapore’s historical milestones. The hill once sited the palaces of 14th century Kings and served as the Headquarters of the Far East Command Centre and British Army Barracks. The decision to surrender Singapore to the Japanese on 15 February 1942 was also made on the hill, in the Underground Far East Command Centre, commonly known as Battle Box.
Today, Fort Canning Park is a venue for celebrations. Its expansive, sprawling lawns play host to concerts, theatre productions and festivals such as Shakespeare in the Park, Ballet Under the Stars, Shakespeare in the Park and Films at the Fort, while weddings, parties and gatherings are a regular sight in the park's venue spaces. Its ancient artefacts are a must-see for history buffs, and its lush greenery and expansive lawns offer a variety of arts, heritage and nature experiences. Whether you are drawn by the park’s ancient artefacts and rich heritage or simply its tranquility, this hilltop park offers something for the whole family.
To bring to life the rich history of the hill, enhancements to Fort Canning Park and its surroundings will be progressively completed from June 2019. The heritage landscapes of Fort Canning Hill and its surroundings will be restored and weaved seamlessly into Fort Canning Park with the creation of three gardens, namely the Royal Garden, the First Botanic Garden, and Jubilee Park.
The exhibition on upcoming enhancements at Fort Canning Park will be held at the Singapore Botanic Gardens and Fort Canning Centre. You may wish to visit us and share your suggestions at these locations:
- Singapore Botanic Gardens - Visitor Centre, Nassim Gate
5am to midnight daily
- Fort Canning Centre
7am to 6pm daily
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Location
Fort Canning Park is bounded by Hill Street, Canning Rise, Clemenceau Avenue and River Valley Road
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Park Information
How to get there:
By MRT:
Alight at Fort Canning Station (Exit B), Clarke Quay Station (Exit E) or Dhoby Ghaut Station (Exit B).
- Clarke Quay Station: Come out from Exit E, turn left and walk along Coleman Bridge. Turn left again at the end of Coleman Bridge and head towards the pedestrian overhead bridge (100m away) along River Valley Road. Cross the overhead bridge and you will enter Fort Canning Park.
- Dhoby Ghaut Station: Come out from Exit B, cross Penang Road, turn left and keep a lookout for the tunnel leading to Fort Canning Park.
Park Size: 18 hectares
Park lighting hours: 7.00pm to 7.00am
Nearby Parks/Park Connectors: Dhoby Ghaut Green, Istana Park, Raffles Place Park
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible (from drop off at Cox Terrace roundabout)