History

Since the early nineteenth century, the park has long been a place of gathering for trading communities which flourished. The prosperity of the traders is represented by the Alkaff Mansion, an elegant colonial bungalow built by an Arab trader and is previously a place for grand parties of the social elite.

Visitor Info

The 34-hectare park is a popular place for wedding couples. A series of semi-circular terraces located at the top of the park is the Terrace Garden - the main feature of this park that provides an astonishing 360-degree view of Singapore! Its charm and beauty is magnified by the growing Bougainvilleas on each terrace.

Healthy exercises including taiqi and jogging, either in the morning or night, are popular in the park. Being furnished with picnic tables, the park is an ideal place for picnics. Splendid tall trees such as Eugenia, Alstonia and Rain trees in the surroundings make picnics and other activities more enjoyable. Sit back and indulge in the tranquility of the environment and watch the birds, squirrels and butterflies in the surroundings.

Getting there

Take bus Services 131, 145, 176 and 273 to Henderson Road and walk via Telok Blangah Green. Alternatively, take bus Services 57, 175 and 195 (or 408 on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays except Chinese New Year) to Depot Road and walk via footpath behind HDB Blk 104A. You can drive too as carparks are available at the park.