Are you a tourist looking for some interesting, fun places to visit while you are in Singapore?
Well, come to Bsihan the true center of this garden city we call Singapore!
A fun little fact, Bishan was once a cemetery but now turned into a residential area, is now brimming with lush parks, great cafes, and nostalgic spots for many Singaporeans.
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Bishan, what makes it so special?
Is it the central location, beautiful parks, ample hawker food, or the slow-paced nature of the heartland ‘hood?
Well if you haven’t explored everything, here’s your chance to run and explore all that Bishan offers.
We here at Guidesify have made a guide that covers the best things to do in Bishan, fascinating places to check out, and the various hidden gems to unearth.
EAT! One Of The Best Things To Do in Bishan!
I mean it’s a no-brainer, other than being known as the Garden City, Singapore is also known as a food paradise!
Source: Burp Kitchen & Bar (Bishan Park)
Burp Kitchen & Bar
Regular patrons of Burp Kitchen & Bar rave about its cosy ambience and affordable menu. Nestled in nature, it’s perfect for catching up with friends and enjoying juicy beef, chicken, or pork burgers, and tacos ranging from Baja fish to miso tofu!
For brunch lovers, grab breakfast tacos and bagels with pastrami or smoked salmon in the lush garden setting.
Location: Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, 510 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, Singapore 569983
DENZY Gelato
Source: Aloysius L, Google Maps
Cool down with homemade ice cream at Denzy Gelato this Summer!
Unique flavours include whisky and salted pecan, oat milk dark chocolate, hazelnut, elderflower mojito, and roasted pistachio, you can even pair them with their freshly baked waffles or get pints of ice cream delivered right to your doorstep.
Location: #01-404, 506 Bishan Street 11, Singapore 570506
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Good Bites
For a change from hawker food, Good Bites is a café restaurant in Bishan Sports Centre that serves delicious fusion Western dishes at pocket-friendly prices, perfect for refuelling after a good workout.
Good Bites is a halal-certified spot, where one can enjoy a wide selection of mains, burgers, pasta, and desserts!
Location: #03-01, 5 Bishan Street 14, Singapore 579783
Source: Google Maps, Mokkie Mok
284 Kway Chap
Love a good bowl of Kway Chap?
284 Kway Chap is a must-visit for you, and if you’re a night owl, you can still satisfy your hunger with a hearty bowl of Kway Chap, as 284 Kway CHap is open from 6 pm to 2 am.
Source: Google Maps, Adrian Leong
What? You don’t know what Kway Chap is?
This local delicacy consists of silky rice noodle sheets in a warm soy sauce broth, served with various parts of the pig, pork, innards or duck!
You can even get Kway Chap with side dishes like boiled eggs, fishcakes, and dried tofu!
Source: Google Maps, Pyai Phyo Han
Grub
Grub offers delectable Asian-Western cuisine in a chic setting.
Burger lovers can choose from options like crispy fish burgers and truffle Angus cheeseburger.
For brunch lovers, you can try the har cheong gai chicken and waffles.
Location: #01-38, Junction 8, 9 Bishan Place, Singapore 579837
Explore And Discover The Hidden Gems Of Bishan!
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Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park
This picturesque park is a hotspot for joggers and cyclists.
It features great eats like Canopy Garden Dining, a tranquil spa and various other restaurants.
Dog lovers will enjoy the dog run, especially on weekends.
Location: Along Bishan Road and Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1
Matrichie Reservoir
Source: Google Maps, F KT
MacRitchie, the most popular reservoir in Singapore, offers well-marked hiking trails, clean waters for kayaking, and a lovely boardwalk.
Don’t miss the TreeTop Walk or Jelutong Tower for stunning views.
Location: MacRitchie Reservoir
Clock Playground
Source: Google Maps, Megumi Nakazawa
This nostalgic playground features a sandpit and mosaic tiles, reminiscent of the 1980s. It’s one of the few remaining sandpit playgrounds in Singapore.
Location: Blk 514B Bishan Street 13, Singapore 572514
Source: Facebook Junction 8
Junction 8 is a bustling mall with restaurants, cafes, a cinema, a departmental store, a supermarket, and fashion boutiques.
It has evolved from a humble suburban mall to a swanky, bustling hub.
Location: 9 Bishan Place, Singapore 579837
Armasa- The Garden Spa
Source: Google Maps
Located within Bishan Park, this resort-like spa offers a range of therapies and facials in a beautiful garden setting.
Experience an Exotic Resort Like Spa Ambience at Aramsa
Holistically immersed within the lush greenery of a national park, Aramsa Spa has 13 uniquely designed treatment rooms, each presenting an eclectic mix of contemporary design and seamless spaces in harmony with the garden ambience that brings the outside in.
Aramsa’s unique garden design has been recognized by the Singapore Institute of Architects as the winner of the Commercial Projects Division 2008.
Location: Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park 2, 1384 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1, Singapore 569932
Explore Bishan’s hotspots and hidden gems to uncover its unique charm and vibrant culture!
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