Best Public Parks in Chinatown

"Duxton Plain Park offers a spacious open area and a lovely playground for young children. The park was established before World War II, and it was once a railroad reserve leading to Pulau Saigon on the south side of the Singapore River. The park features unique elements like the Lee Kuan Yew memorial tree, art installations, and a sundial. Duxton Plain Park is home to various trees, such as the Bodhi tree, Indian rubber tree, and rubber tree, as well as bird species like the olive-backed sunbird and the yellow-vented bulbul, which have made the park their habitat. Visitors can explore nature along the Heritage Trees of Chinatown walking trail, which starts in the park and showcases two majestic heritage trees. Visitors can easily reach the park via nearby MRT stations, such as the Maxwell and Outram Park MRT stations.