Jacob Ballas Children's Garden - A garden dedicated to children

Part of the Singapore Botanic Gardens, the Children's Garden is designed to emulate natural habitats, where animal and plant life coexist in balance.

It is the first (and biggest) garden in Asia that is dedicated to children and is a wonderful place where children can learn about the environment and nature.

Jacob Ballas Children's Garden is designed for children aged 14 and under.

Here's just a few of the activities that you can look forward to:

• Explore the suspension bridge and nature play areas
• Walk along the stream and climb into the tree-houses
• Observe how plants grow and pick up some gardening tips

With a farm, orchard, and forest with its own stream and ponds, the garden offers children many opportunities for exploration, adventure, and play.

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Play Areas

There are various playgrounds scattered throughout the park where kids can put their agility to their test on log obstacles, slide down tube slides, or navigate through a maze.

Tree house with slides

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Giant toadstool shelters

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Navigate your way through the maze

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Zip through the air at the Flying Fox‍

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Interactive Stations

At the interactive stations, kids can have a go at generating power for fans and lights by cycling or hand cranks.

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Waterplay Area

Reopened on 25 Feb 2025, the expanded water play area is three times larger at 500 square metres.

Your little ones will love the amazing water features and interactive displays that make learning about nature super fun!

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Giant splash bucket for the brave

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Misty rainbow arch to run through

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Splash zone with dancing water jets

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Umbrella fountains creating a gentle rainfall effect

Dining

Be sure to check out Small Batch which is just next to the garden.

The Halal restaurant serves up comfort food classics like in-house sourdough, fresh pasta, and bakes.

Brunch is offered all day with a selection in the children's menu that your kids will enjoy including chicken fingers, cheeseburgers, and french toasties.

It's the perfect way to satisfy hungry tummies after a day of fun in the sun!

Opening hours: 

• Tue-Sun: 9am-6pm
• Closed on Mondays (except public holidays)