Lilytopia Flower Display with more than 10,000 lilies coming to Flower Dome

Over 10,000 lilies across more than 50 varieties bring not only bold scents, but also lend vibrant colour to a charming backdrop of Venice in summertime

Lilytopia

In a first for a floral display in Flower Dome, visitors will be able to smell the flowers well before they see them. After all, lilies are renowned for their intense sweet scents, and there will be some 10,000 fragrant lilies in the new Lilytopia（百合乌托邦）floral display, set against the enchanting backdrop of Venice, Italy’s renowned floating city.

Lilytopia 2025

This largest-ever lily showcase at Gardens by the Bay features more than 50 varieties of lilies in unexpected forms and vivid colours, from elegant double-petal roselilies that resemble roses, to striking varieties in bright yellows and fiery oranges. Adding to the allure are interpretations of Venice’s famous landmarks, including the city’s renowned waterways flanked by picturesque Italian houses and artisan shops. Glimpses of Italian life are nestled throughout the landscape; from intricate masks reminiscent of Carnevale di Venezia to Burano lace, from the quintessential kitchen of an Italian nonna to barrel-aged wines, and more.

Presented in collaboration with the Embassy of Italy in Singapore, Lilytopia marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Singapore and Italy, since the lily is the national flower of Italy. Lilytopia was launched by Chancellor of Singapore University of Social Sciences, Madam Halimah Yacob, Gardens by the Bay CEO Mr Felix Loh, and Ambassador of Italy to Singapore His Excellency Dante Brandi today. It will run until June 15.

Lilytopia Flower Dome 2025

Gardens by the Bay CEO Mr Felix Loh said, “The charm of Lilytopia lies in how it engages the senses, creating an immersive experience rife with colour and where the fragrance of lilies guides your journey through a celebration of horticultural artistry and Italian heritage. With the lily being the national flower of Italy, this floral display symbolises the enduring friendship and cultural exchange between Singapore and Italy as the two countries mark 60 years of diplomatic relations.”

Over 50 varieties of lilies in unique forms and colours

Lilytopia Flower Dome GBB

Lilytopia showcases lilies in uncommon forms and striking colours, beyond the traditional single-petal varieties familiar to most people. Some highlights of double-petal varieties include:

Lilium ‘Alanno’, an elegant, double-petal roselily cultivar, known for its rose-like appearance and magenta-pink petals edged in crisp white
Lilium ‘Snow World’, an elegant, full white double-petal roselily cultivar

Lilytopia Flower Dome

More than 20 varieties lilies on display this year were cultivated in-house by Gardens by the Bay’s horticulturists. The is the first time that the lilies were mass cultivated in Gardens by the Bay from bulbs. In doing so, horticulturists had to be sensitive to the temperature of the growing environment, as too high temperatures may trigger the lilies to bloom earlier than needed. Some of the highlights include:

Lilium ‘Beverly Gold’, a speckle-free, double-petal lily in bright yellow, known for its tidy, polished appearance
Lilium ‘Caddy’, large, double-petal orange blooms, known for its vibrance and impressive flower size

The lily palette is complemented by a tapestry of other colourful blooms, including sweeping blankets of hydrangeas, calla lilies, and cannas.

A showcase of Italian culture

GBB Lilytopia

Beyond the fragrant and dramatic blooms, Lilytopia transports visitors to Venice with recreations of the city-state’s life and culture:

Waterways: An artistic interpretation of Venice’s famous canals flows through the display, created using blue-hued hydrangeas. These waterways are flanked by charming Italian alleyways with characteristic houses and artisan shopfronts. A traditional gondola, representing Venice’s distinctive mode of transportation, complete this picturesque scene.
St Mark’s Square: A recreation of the famed Piazza San Marco features a towering bell tower alongside prominent arches adorned with intricate masks celebrating the Carnevale di Venezia, Venice’s world-renowned festival famous for its masks and costumes.
Nonna’s kitchen: Step into the heart of Italian family life with this recreation of an Italian grandmother’s kitchen. Copper pots and pans line the kitchen with a traditional wood-fire oven.
Limoncello corner: A charming limoncello stall in iconic blue and white hues showcases Italy’s beloved citrus liqueur. Conceived on the sun-kissed shores of southern Italian regions at the turn of the 20th century, this beloved drink celebrates the famed lemons Sfusato Amalfitano grown on steep terraces since at least the 15th century.
Wine barrels: A showcase of Italy’s renowned winemaking tradition features recreation of oak barrels that are key to Italian viticulture. These barrels allow tiny amounts of oxygen to enter over time, which helps mellow the wine, while adding notes of vanilla, spice, or subtle smoke.
Italian craftsmanship: Delicate Burano lace umbrellas and Murano glass pieces from Italy showcase the intricate crafts of the country.

To commemorate six decades of friendship between Singapore and Italy, the Italian Embassy also presents a special photo exhibition titled ITALY-SINGAPORE: 60 Years of Friendship in the public area outside Flower Dome. This curated selection of 60 photographs highlights the shared cultural, political, and economic ties that have flourished between the two nations since 1965.

📅 22 May to 15 Jun 2025
🕙 9am – 9pm
📍 Flower Dome
🏷 Admission charge to Flower Dome applies

You can also get tickets via Klook, Fever, Pelago and KKday.

For more information, visit here.

TURKISH AIRLINES SOCIAL MEDIA CONTEST

Snap & Win Return Air Tickets to Venice

In addition to supporting the Lilytopia floral display, Turkish Airlines is also sponsoring a pair of round-trip economy class tickets to Venice, departing from Singapore for the best photo of Lilytopia posted on social media.

How to participate:

Visit Lilytopia at the Flower Dome between 22 May and 15 June 2025 and capture your best photo or video of the floral display.
Post the photo or video taken during your visit to Lilytopia on your Instagram account.
Tag @gardensbythebay and include the hashtags: #gardensbythebay #LilytopiaGBB #TurkishAirlines #TurkishAirlinesHolidays in your post.
Set your Instagram account to public for your entry to be seen.
Terms and conditions apply. Visit here for more information.

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