Jacob Ballas Children's Garden
A complete nature-learning environment with eight zones dedicated to children up to 14 years old, aimed to instil a love for nature through exploration and play.
Last updated 20 May 2026
About the Jacob Ballas Children's Garden
The 4-hectare garden features interactive play equipment and hands-on gardens set within a woodland area with streams. Young adventure seekers can explore the treehouse and flying fox, while budding naturalists can learn about pollinators like birds and bees through carefully curated trails that wind through an orchard and pollinator-attracting plants.
Visitor Information
Address
1H Cluny Road, Singapore 259 604
Opening hours
8.00am - 7.00pm. Last admission at 6.30pm.
Closure
Closed on Mondays (except when it falls on a designated public holiday)
Food and Beverage
Refreshments are available at the entrance
Small Batch by the Black Hole Group
Accessibility
This garden is wheelchair accessible.
Emergency, Lost and Found, and General Queries
Please enquire at the Visitor Services Desk located at the entrance.
Admission
No entry fee is required.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. To promote a safe environment for children, adults are permitted entry only if accompanying a child.
Adult visitors without children must consult the Service Desk for entry, which is normally permitted only when accompanied by NParks’ staff.
Important things to note
Please do not damage plants, turf, furniture or facilities provided. Tents, tables or chairs are not allowed.
For the safety of everyone, glass objects, bicycles, scooters, skateboards and other related items are not allowed to be brought into the Children's Garden.
For the convenience and comfort of all children, pets are not allowed.
Arriving by Car or Taxi
From Dunearn Road - At the Dunearn-Kheam Hock Road junction, turn right to enter NUS Bukit Timah Campus. Turn right into Jacob Ballas Children's Garden after car park gantry.
From Bukit Timah Road - At the Bukit Timah-Kheam Hock Road junction, turn left to enter NUS Bukit Timah Campus. Turn right into Jacob Ballas Children's Garden after car park gantry.
Parking is available at Jacob Ballas Children's Garden and NUS Bukit Timah Campus. Parking charges apply.
Arriving by Public Bus
The following bus services operate along Dunearn Road and Bukit Timah Road.
SBS Bus No. 48, 66, 151, 153, 154, 156, 170, 186
SMRT Bus No. 67, 171
Depending on your traveling direction, alight at either:
NUS Bukit Timah Campus bus stop 41011 (along Bukit Timah Road), or
After Kheam Hock Road bus stop 41019 (along Dunearn Road)
The Jacob Ballas Children's Garden will be a 5-minute walk from the respective bus stops.
Arriving by Mass Rapid Transit (MRT)
Circle Line & Downtown Line
Alight at Botanic Gardens MRT station (DT9/CC19). Take Exit A as it leads directly to the Singapore Botanic Gardens (Bukit Timah Gate).
The Jacob Ballas Children's Garden will be a 10-minute walk from the station's exit.
Map of Jacob Ballas Children's Garden
Waterplay
Spanning approximately 500 square metres – more than triple its previous size – the Waterplay area offers children a fun, immersive way to connect with nature and learn about important environmental processes through play.
Learn how water plays an important role for plants in transpiration and rain formation. Experience features such as mist zones, wading pools, and jets with varying spray patterns and heights! Look out for the umbrella fountains and a splash bucket, too!
A changing area is available for your convenience, and we recommend washing up before our closing time at 7pm. Waterplay is suitable for children aged 2 to 12 years old, with adult supervision required at all times.
Visiting as a Group for Learning Journeys
Programmes for Schools (Students)
Register your interest for our guided programmes (subject to availability). Booking windows open quarterly.
Self-Led Group Visit
To organise a self-led group visit, kindly submit a permit application at least two weeks prior to your intended date of visit.
Educator Recce
Familiarise yourself with the garden prior to your visit, whether you plan to book one of our guided programmes or lead your own activity.
