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Yearning for a day of fun, yet have no time to take leave from your boss? We bring you parks in Singapore where you will feel refreshed and maybe even surprised that this small country has so much to offer. Away from home you won’t be but a different experience awaits you. Why? Because you have been good and TravelBlog.SG is giving you a little treat by doing the legwork for you. Labrador Park, brace up for us.

Labrador Park Nature Reserve

Labrador Nature Reserve
Because of its high vantage point, the British identified and utilized Labrador Park as a fort to protect the harbours of Singapore back in 1843. Today, this park that we all know brings you closer to nature and closer to the past of this “little red dot” we call home. Things to see include visiting the various fort ruins and the secret tunnel. Oh well, it is not so secret anymore now right? Or is it?

Opening hours
There are no specific opening hours for the park itself as it is opened to public 24 hours daily.

Getting there
BUS: If you are getting there by bus, you can board services 10, 30, 51, 143 or 176 from Pasir Panjang Road and alight when you spot the PSA building on the opposite side of the stop. After alighting, proceed into the nature reserve on foot via Labrador Villa Road.

You may also board services 61, 93, 97, 100, 166 or 963 from Alexandra Road and alight when you spot NOL building on the opposite side. You would then proceed via Labrador Villa Road.

There is a bus servicing the route between HarbourFront Bus Interchange and Labrador Park on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays from 11am to 9pm, Service Parks 408. The service departs every 30 minutes sharp.
CAR: Drive into Labrador Villa Road off Pasir Panjang Road.

Admission fee
Admission to the park and nature reserve is free. However, if you want to attend a guided tour into the secret tunnels, it will cost $8 for adults and $5 for children.

Guided tours
There are guided tours into the secret tunnels which run from 10am to 7pm daily. Last entry is at 6pm as each tour lasts an hour.

What to see and do
The nature walk is a must! Along the way, you will encounter various sights which make you feel relaxed and refreshed. Most importantly, lets you in on the various happenings during World War II.

Labrador Park (Dragon's Tooth Gate)

There is the famed replica of the “dragon tooth gate” (Long Ya Men) which was exploded back in the old days to make room for a larger harbour entrance.

Labrador Park (Flora)

Not to miss are the various flora and fauna that are abundant in the reserve, including the blue-crowned hanging parrot, various monkeys and squirrels, also, not forgetting lots of tree species.

Labrador Park ( War Statues)

War relics are spread out around the nature reserve. Do look out for the 6-inch gun, machine gun, a large bronze book, tunnel entrances and also a fort. While in the reserve, proceed to the lookout on the highest point and be amazed by the glory of the sea and the jetty.

Unique to Labrador Park is the rocky shore and sea-cliff, dubbed the last rocky shore in Singapore. Many species of marine creatures are found here. However, due to preservation, the rocky beach is not accessible to public after being gazetted as a Nature Reserve, unless it is for educational or research purposes. For that, you would have to write in to apply for a permit.

The Comchest Green is an extension of area in Labrador Park. Situated in close proximity to the sea, this park is a therapeutic place for the older generation and people with disabilities.

Tips
Do remember to bring along a bottle of insect repellant and also, a bottle of water. Hydration is very important! This is a disabled friendly location so come and relax.

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