From Singapore’s Jalan Besar side, a visit to Singapore Zoo means heading north to Mandai Wildlife EAST, where this open-concept rainforest zoo is home to over 4,200 animals. You can make it a day out among the zoo’s exhibits and animal presentations, with other parks in Mandai Wildlife Reserve nearby.
- Location: 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826.
- From Kam Leng Hotel: about 40 minutes by car.
- Typical opening hours: daily, 8:30am–6:00pm; last entry at 5:00pm.
- Visit length: allow at least 3–4 hours for exhibits and animal presentations.
- Admission: prices vary by visitor category; complimentary, unlimited tram rides are included.
What to expect at Singapore Zoo
Singapore Zoo is an open-concept rainforest zoo with more than 4,200 animals. Its address is 80 Mandai Lake Road, within Mandai Wildlife EAST, a precinct that also includes River Wonders and Night Safari.
Plan at least 3–4 hours to see the exhibits and attend animal presentations. Tram rides are included with admission and are unlimited, offering a way to move around the zoo during your visit.
How do you get from Jalan Besar to Mandai?
For public transport from Kam Leng Hotel, walk about 8 minutes to Farrer Park MRT station, take the train to Khatib MRT Station (NS14), then board the Mandai Khatib Bus (M2) to Mandai Wildlife Reserve; the M2 journey takes about 20 minutes, subject to traffic.
The Singapore MRT map and stations near Kam Leng Hotel can help you orient yourself to the rail network before taking the M2 from Khatib. By car, the zoo is about 40 minutes away.
The M2 runs daily from 8:30am to 12:00am. Buses are scheduled every 15 minutes during operating hours, and every 20 minutes between 11:00pm and 12:00am. The fare is S$2.50 for adults and children aged 7–12; children under 7 ride free.
Other public-transport options include bus 138 from Ang Mo Kio or Springleaf MRT stations, and bus 927 from Choa Chu Kang MRT station. Standard bus and MRT fares apply. Taxis and ride-hailing services also serve Mandai Wildlife Reserve; Mandai names Zig, Grab, Gojek, TADA and Ryde as ride-service options.
Mandai identifies taxi stands at Mandai Wildlife EAST Exit 3 and Mandai Wildlife WEST Exit 2, Door A.
Singapore Zoo tickets, opening hours and timed visits
Singapore Zoo is open daily from 8:30am to 6:00pm, with last entry at 5:00pm. Admission prices depend on residency and visitor category, and some tickets require a visit date and time reservation during purchase.
For non-residents, admission is S$49 for an adult and S$34 for a child. For Singapore residents using WildPass, regular-day prices are S$39 for an adult and S$27 for a child; peak-day prices are S$44 for an adult and S$30 for a child.
Regular days are Monday–Friday, excluding public holidays; peak days are Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. Senior admission for ages 60 and above is S$25.
Children under 3 may enter free when accompanied by an adult over 21 who holds an admission ticket to the same attraction. Prices are in Singapore dollars, include 9% GST and may change without prior notice; terms and conditions apply. Check the ticketing page to see whether your chosen ticket requires a visit-date and time reservation.
For current ticket requirements and operating details, check the official site before you go.
Planning a comfortable zoo day
Set aside at least 3–4 hours for exhibits and animal presentations, then factor in travel time to and from Mandai. Starting earlier gives you more of the zoo’s daily opening window before last entry at 5:00pm.
If you plan to use the tram, note that last-tram times vary by station: 5:30pm at Tram Station 1, 6:05pm at Station 2, 6:10pm at Station 3 and 6:15pm at Station 4. These times can help you decide when to make your final tram trip as the day winds down.
Can you combine Singapore Zoo with other Mandai parks?
Singapore Zoo, River Wonders and Night Safari are all in Mandai Wildlife EAST. Bird Paradise is in Mandai Wildlife WEST, at 20 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729825. The M1 shuttle connects the EAST and WEST precincts; it is free for guests travelling between them and operates from 10:30am to 5:30pm, subject to changes.
Night Safari is at 80 Mandai Lake Road in Mandai Wildlife EAST. Mandai gives its hours as 6:30pm–12:00am, with last entry at 11:15pm, and recommends allowing 3.5 hours.
Its evening schedule makes it a possible second stop after the zoo, though fitting both into one day means planning around the zoo’s 6:00pm closing time and the journey between visits. If you are arranging your arrival separately, the route from Singapore Changi Airport to Kam Leng Hotel covers that leg.
FAQs
How long should you spend at Singapore Zoo?
Allow at least 3–4 hours to see the exhibits and attend animal presentations. The zoo also includes unlimited tram rides with admission.
What time is last entry to Singapore Zoo?
Last entry is at 5:00pm. The zoo is open daily from 8:30am to 6:00pm.
Are tram rides included with Singapore Zoo admission?
Yes. Admission includes complimentary, unlimited tram rides. The last-tram time differs by station.
Can you visit Night Safari after Singapore Zoo?
Both are in Mandai Wildlife EAST, and Night Safari’s hours are 6:30pm–12:00am, with last entry at 11:15pm. Mandai recommends allowing 3.5 hours for Night Safari.