Singapore's Changi Airport Opens World's First Outdoor Bamboo Garden, Open 24/7

Singapore's Changi Airport is known for turning airport time into a luxurious and enriching experience. The multiple award-winning airport has now added another attraction - the world's first outdoor bamboo garden inside an airport. Called Bamboo Grove, this green retreat is located along the Changi Airport Connector and offers travellers and visitors a chance to step into a calming space for a mindful break. Spread across more than 526 square metres, Bamboo Grove takes inspiration from Kyoto's (Japan) famous Arashiyama Bamboo Forest.

With tall bamboo shoots swaying gently, stone pathways winding through, and cosy seating corners, it's the perfect spot to relax. Visitors can take a walk, click scenic photographs or simply enjoy the open air, making it an ideal pause in between flights or a cycling trip along the connector.

Always Open, Always Free

Unlike other green spaces in Changi, such as the Butterfly Garden and Cactus Garden, which are reserved exclusively for transit passengers, Bamboo Grove is open to everyone, 24 hours a day, at no cost. Whether you are on a layover, a weekend outing, or just exploring Singapore, this outdoor space offers a refreshing stop.

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Explore Signature Bamboo Varieties

The grove showcases striking species, including towering Giant Bamboo, elegant Black Bamboo with dark stems, Buddha Bamboo with its bulb-like nodes, Monastery Bamboo used in traditional crafts and the vibrant Golden Bamboo of Southeast Asia. Together, they create a scenic mix of height, colour and texture.

How To Get To Changi Airport's Bamboo Garden

• On Foot or Bicycle: From Terminal 2, follow signs via Hub and Spoke Cafe for a short 200-metre walk or ride. From East Coast Park, cycle past Jurassic Mile towards Terminal 2. Bike rentals are available at both points.
• By Public Transport: Buses 24, 27, 34, 36, 53, 110 and 858 stop at "After Changi Airport Terminal 2". The Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) station also connects to Terminal 2, from where it's a short walk.
• By Car: Drop off at Hub and Spoke Cafe or park at Car Park 2A/Hub and Spoke Car Park, then follow signs to Bamboo Grove.

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5 More Unique Attractions At Changi Airport

Beyond Bamboo Grove, Changi Airport continues to impress with one-of-a-kind attractions. Here are some highlights:

1. Jewel Rain Vortex: The world's tallest indoor waterfall, cascading dramatically through Jewel Changi.
2. Butterfly Garden: Home to over 1,000 tropical butterflies, popular among transit travellers.
3. Canopy Park: Play areas, walking nets and lush gardens atop Jewel for both kids and adults.
4. Jurassic Mile: Singapore's largest outdoor dinosaur park, located along the Changi Airport Connector.
5. Cactus Garden: An open-air rooftop garden with more than 100 species of cacti and desert plants.

With every addition, Changi reinforces that it's more than just an airport - it's a destination in itself.