Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden is Asia’s first children’s garden and is designed to provide unique discovery and learning experiences in a garden setting.

Through play and exploration, children can cultivate an appreciation for plants, nature and the environment. It meets the demands for nature education in an increasingly sophisticated tropical Garden City.

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Developed along the theme “All Life on Earth Depends on Plants”, it is a uniquely interactive fun place where children up to 12 years of age can discover how plants provide their daily needs.

Experiences in the Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden will stimulate a sense of wonder for the plant world and provide happy memories for our young visitors.




Reopening of Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden Waterplay (25 Feb 2025)

Jacob Ballas Children's Garden Waterplay NParksJacob Ballas Children’s Garden Waterplay. Image credit: NParks

Exciting news for kids – the Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden Waterplay at Singapore Botanic Gardens is back and better than ever!

Featuring awesome upgrades like a giant splash bucket, a misty rainbow arch, a splash zone with water jets, umbrella fountains, and interactive interpretive signage, the waterplay area is now three times larger for endless fun! ☔️

Designed for children aged 14 and below, the garden welcomes kids aged 12 and under only when accompanied by an adult. To ensure a safe and enjoyable environment, adults must be accompanied by a child to enter. Let the splashing adventures begin!

How to Get to Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden Singapore

📍 481 Bukit Timah Rd, Singapore 259769
🚌 48, 66, 67, 151, 153, 154, 156, 170, 171, 186
🚇 Botanic Gardens MRT
🕙 8am to 7pm (last admission at 6.30pm). Closed on Mondays (except when Monday falls on a designated public holiday)
Admission: FREE. Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden is designed for children aged 14 and below. Children aged 12 and below must be accompanied by an adult. To promote a safe environment for children, adults are permitted entry only if accompanying a child. Adult visitors without children must consult the Service Desk for entry.

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