Holland Village
Holland Village, Singapore
Holland Village (also know as simply ‘Holland V’) is regarded by locals and visitors alike as Singapore’s “Bohemian” enclave. Here, vibrant streets are lined with restaurants and cafes in all tucked away just behind the national Botanic Gardens and surrounded by the island’s most exclusive residences and universities.
Its unique charm makes visitors young and old feel at home, thanks to its cosmopolitan and colourful look and feel. The area continues to attract foreigners and locals alike to spend a nice afternoon relaxing or having a drink, but most of all people come to the area for the vast selection of great restaurants.
There is also the Holland Village Market and Food Centre, a huge indoor market in the heart of the village where you can find the freshest of local traditional produce as well as street food bites, fashion stores and the local medical centre.
Singapore Botanic Gardens
1 Cluny Rd, Singapore
The Singapore Botanic Gardens is situated about 10 mins away from Chip Bee Gardens. It serves as modern evolution of a British tropical colonial botanic garden, with expansive varieties of flora and many internal buildings dating back as far as 1859. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, spanning over 70 hectares and the garden itself is over 150 years old. The grounds are home to more than 10000 types of plants, including rare orchids and ancient trees. It is a perfect place for a picnic or a walking trail with friends and family. Highlights include the National Orchid Garden with over 1000 individual species and 2000 hybrid plants to admire. Also, the Learning Forest features a network of boardwalks and elevated walkways that weave into a freshwater forest wetland and a lowland rainforest, all open and ready for visitors to wander and explore.
Opening Hours:
5am - 12am
5am - 12am
Orchard Road
Orchard Road, Singapore
Chip Bee gardens is 15 mins away from the most popular shopping district ,Orchard Road. Orchard Road is a tree-lined, one-way boulevard flanked by distinctive shopping malls and hotels. The main shopping strip comprises nearly 800,000 square meters of shops and restaurants, and has something for everyone on any budget ! This bustling shopping district with its iconic malls boasts everything from top designer brands to high street fashion, and from exclusive restaurants to fast food joints. It is a great street to shop, dine, stay and explore during your stay in the city.