The Singapore Zoo, celebrating its 32th anniversary this year, is one of the world's most acclaimed sites for animal and human interaction. Housing more than 3,200 animals and 332 species, this is an "open" zoo; occupants are separated from their guests largely through a system of dry or wet moats--enabling clear viewing of the enclosures, which are replicas of the species' natural habitat. Only the more dangerous animals like leopards and jaguars are housed in landscaped, glass-fronted enclosures. The zoo has won numerous awards for its Night Safari program. Bats swoop overhead, lemurs purr and yellow eyes glow in the dark as visitors (by tram or on foot) see the animals in their more active, nocturnal state, when--as with many humans--dating and eating are the primary activities.
The popular attraction at the Singapore Zoo is breakfast with the orangutans; visitors can hand-feed the hairy, hungry creatures for $9 ($7 for children under 12).
Its open 365 days a year, the Singapore Zoo is a must-see destination on every visitor's attractions list. With the following useful information at hand, you can plan your day of fun and exploration with ease.
Opening hours
8.30am to 6.00pm daily
Entrance fees (admission only):
Adult S$15.00Child S$ 7.50
All prices include 5% GST
Parking charges:
Car S$3.50
All prices are for parking for the whole day.
(Electronic Parking System. Please insert your cashcard with sufficient funds into the vehicle's I/U unit when exiting the carpark.)
Tram ride:
The tram ride covers 2.2km with three stopovers.
Adult S$4.00
Child (3-12 years old) S$2.00
