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Istana Park

Fronting the main Istana Gate, this park provides a vantage point to view the monthly changing of guards ceremony at the Istana.

Visitor information

Find out the park's opening hours, parking information, directions and other details

Location

Bound by Orchard Road, Penang Road, Penang Lane and Buyong Road.

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Park information

Park size

1.3 hectares

Opening hours

Open 24 hours

Getting here

Alight at Dhoby Ghaut MRT station

Parking information

There is no carpark on site.

If you plan to drive, parking is available at Plaza Singapura and at 9 Penang Road (UBS building).

Nearby stations

Dhoby Ghaut MRT station

Nearby parks

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Dos and don'ts

Do not skateboard.
Do not conduct commercial events here as they are not allowed.
Find out more about the dos and don'ts you should follow when visiting the park.

What to see

Special features

Floral displays

Floral displays

Visit during different celebratory events of the year to see the changing floral displays.

Festival arch

This is a 26m long arch framing a rectangular-shaped pool with slow-flowing water.

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Plant and animals

Palm trees

Look out for the Fishtail, Rhapis and Red Sealing Wax palms, as well as a collection of Alexandra palms.

What to do

Activities:

Arts and heritage appreciation

Arts and heritage appreciation

Take an art class at My Art Space, or visit the Festival Arch which pays architectural homage to the historic gates of the Istana.

Amenities

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NEAR mobile app

Download the NEAR mobile app to find a route via our park connectors or trails.

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Last updated on 09 November 2023.