3 Best Public Parks in Bishan

“Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park spans 62 hectares and features a natural winding river bordered by flourishing wildflower banks, perfect for picnics and gatherings. This is a fantastic spot for a relaxing day out, offering a serene natural environment with lush greenery and open spaces. The highlighting features of the parks are Recycle Hill, cleansing biotope, butterfly habitat, naturalised river, and landscape pond. Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park is a great place to spot over 90 species of birds, such as the elegant Purple Heron, White-Breasted Waterhens, and the Sunda Pygmy Woodpecker. This is also home to a Butterfly Habitat with more than 30 species of butterflies, including the orange Tawny Coster and the Plain Tiger Butterfly. The park has a therapeutic garden with 4 zones: the Fragrance Zone, Biodiversity Zone, Edibles and Medicinal Zone, and Colours and Textures Zone in this specially designed garden. Whether visiting for a stroll, picnic or to appreciate the scenery, this park offers a perfect retreat from the city’s hustle and bustle. Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park features a 3,400 sqm dog run area with expansive open spaces shaded by trees, allowing your dogs to run freely and get their exercise. A big plus is the free parking available near HDB carparks on Sundays and public holidays, making it incredibly convenient for visitors.”

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“Bishan Active Park is a lively and family-friendly recreational space with various amenities like modern playgrounds, basketball courts, and spacious pavilions, making it a great spot for both children and adults. The play structures are innovative and engaging, making it an exciting destination for kids to climb, explore, and have fun. The park features two fitness corners, a basketball court, and a soccer field. Bishan Active Park includes a beach volleyball court, and a jogging track surrounds the park's perimeter. The park's playground has a spiralling cargo net, a see-saw-inspired set of stepping stones and sound pipes. In the middle of the playground, there are several hanging hoops that children can crawl through, challenging their flexibility and courage. Bishan Active Park includes shaded seating areas and expansive green spaces, perfect for community events or informal meetups. Booking the facilities incurs a fee, operating on a first-come, first-served arrangement. Passion Card holders benefit from exclusive discounted rates for bookings.”

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“Bishan Harmony Park is an ideal place for family get-togethers and recreational activities. The park is well-maintained and easily accessible with various facilities. Bishan Harmony Park has outdoor fitness stations, nature trails, indoor activities and barbecue pits. The park features well-maintained hillside paths, a maze and a skate park. The park's main attraction is the popular skate park that features ramps of different heights and gradients. There is also a bowl for skaters to practise stunts. Visitors can utilise the hillside paths to climb the slope that divides the park from the adjacent flats. Bishan Harmony Park has plenty of flat concrete areas perfect for beginners taking the board for the first time or more experienced skaters to nail more complex tricks.”

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