Punggol Waterway Park
Punggol Waterway Park
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Introduction
There are many different kinds of water parks in Singapore, but only one that is dedicated to the children. Punggol Waterway Park is the largest waterpark in Singapore. The Park is a 1000 meters long with a total area of 2,500 m 2. Punggol Waterway Park is the first water park to be awarded the Blue Flag, which signifies that the water park has been deemed safe to swim in. The Park has water slides, a carousel, and a water sports complex. There are also many playgrounds that are popular with young children. The park was opened 23 October 2011 and operated by the National Parks Board.
Park Location
It is located in the area between Punggol Point and Marine Parade, and it is named after the Punggol waterway which connects the national waterway of the Singapore River to the North-South Expressway. The park is situated between the residential areas of Bukit Timah, Hougang and the upcoming Punggol Central, and is made up of four different zones: a river zone, forest zone, water zone and an esplanade zone.
How To Get There: You can take the LRT from Punggol MRT Station to Damai LRT Station. Walk towards Punggol Road and you will find a path heading to the waterway. Buses to Punggol Bus Interchange: 3, 34, 43, 62, 82, 83, 84, 85, 136.
Parking information
The new public car park at Punggol Waterway Park is open! As of 1st March 2015, there are approximately 2150 parking spaces, with space available on a first-come-first-served basis. The key feature of the car park is that it is barrier-free. This will result in fewer vehicles being parked here, and encourage more people to take public transport or walk to the park.
Park Attraction
The Punggol Waterway Park is a very popular tourist destination for Singaporeans and tourists alike. The park is a beautiful place to visit and explore, with many thematic attractions such as the Singapore River Story, Lily Pond and the Punggol Waterway Park Cruise. The park is also a good place to unwind and relax away from the bustle of the city, and the facilities can keep you entertained for hours.
Activities that can be done at Punggol Waterway Park
There is a lot to do there: from Jogging, Cycling, Laman River Boat Ride, Canoeing, Kayaking, and more. The park has many activities that not only allow you to have fun, but also help in your physical and mental well-being.
