Smack dab in the middle of the metropolitan country of Singapore is Bukit Timah, a place that can be described as the high point of Singapore–literally! It’s the highest natural high point in the country, and here are some places and activities you can check out while you’re there.
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Bukit Timah Nature Reserve
If you’re looking for a lovely trek in the wild, then there’s no better place than the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve! It has a rich ecological system of over 500 species of fauna and 800 different species of flora.
This 163-hectare natural rain forest is packed with different trails for hiking, jogging, cycling, and rock climbing!
Location: 177 Hindhede Drive, Bukit Timah, Singapore 589333
Hours: 7am to 7pm on weekdays, and 11am to 3pm on weekends and national holidays
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Champions Golf
Needing a good combination of being around greenery and golf? The courses of Champions Golf could be for you. With a 9-hole course stretching over 2 kilometers, and a driving range, book in advance or just show up to explore the scenery while playing a casual game of golf.
Location: 60 Fairways Drive, Bukit Timah, Singapore, 286966
Hours: Open every day from 7am up to last tee-off at 5:30pm for the golf course, 7am to 12am for the driving range (driving range is open after 12noon every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Other amenities are open until 10pm.)
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Pasar Bella Farmer’s Market
Pasar Bella is 30,000 square feet of a bustling bazaar and a pervading ambiance that is a treat to your senses. It’s the place to be for all kinds of food and interesting purchases with its status as a center of trade for both local and international merchants.
Location: 200 Turf Club Road, Bukit Timah, Singapore, 287994
Hours: 10am to 10pm Daily
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Singapore Botanic Gardens
Declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, Singapore Botanic Gardens is home to species of flora well over 10,000. Admission is free, so it’s a good place to visit when you just want to take in the sights and be in nature
Location: 1 Cluny Rd, Singapore 259569
Hours: 5am to 12mn every day
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Zen Freediving
Sometimes you’re just tired of solid ground, I get it. Why not try your hand, legs, and lungs at freediving? Zen Freediving offers training courses and trips for you to make the most of your freediving experiences, and find your zen in the water.
Location: 22 Leedon Heights, Bukit Timah, Singapore 266219
Hours: Classes and trips are scheduled and must be booked in advance.
There’s a lot more to check out in Bukit Timah. You might even find yourself pulled into activities outside of your plans.
Because there is no lack of opportunities for adventure in Bukit Timah, you should also make sure that your budget is up to par. A quick cash loan should do the trick! Luckily Raffles Credit is a licensed moneylender you can go to for an affordable personal loan near Bukit Timah.
