Gardens by the Bay presents the largest tulip show in Singapore, Tulipmania. The Gardens promises a colourful spectacle of 20,000 tulips flown directly from the Netherlands. Let’s take a walk around the Flower Dome.
The usual Flower Dome fields are adorned with vibrant tulips and other flowers for Tulipmania. I wanted to visit earlier as the tulips were already planted. However, the weekend was memorable for thunderous showers. I have also received word that the tulips have yet to bloom. So I went to the Flower Dome on Monday instead – it was bright and sunny.
Time (and weather) are important factors for photography at the Flower Dome. I prefer to visit during a sunny morning (it is bright and not too hot that the Roof Shades needs to be activated at the Flower Dome). Alternatively, during the afternoon if it’s not too sunny. Natural lighting is important for the colours to really pop and would not require any editing later on. At a certain hour (which I will keep secret for now!), sunlight would hit the Flower Field – illuminating the field of tulips, all bursting with intense colours.
I’ve seen some photos looking very drab and rather dull. Tulips are spring blooms, so the photos should exemplify that. Going to the Flower Dome at the right time and weather is paramount for photography.
The main highlight is at the lower level of the Flower Dome. Here are some photos of the displays around the Flower Field. Fun fact: The air temperature in the Flower Dome has been tuned lower than normal to accommodate the tulips (which are better suited for cooler climates).
The star attraction: Flower Field filled with tulips and the largest windmill.
Some giant clogs from Holland for that unique photo opportunity!
Tulipmania at Gardens by the Bay is on display from now till 20 May 2013. Admission charges apply. Local residents can take advantage of discounted admission rates:
Adults – $10.00 per ticket
Senior Citizens and Children – $7.00 per ticket
*Take note that these rates are for one conservatory only. If you wish to visit both Flower Dome and Cloud Forest, it would make more sense to buy a ticket for both conservatories instead.
For more Gardens by the Bay photos, head on to my Cloud Forest photo tour and Spring Celebrations (2013) feature.
Cloud Forest | Spring Celebrations | Tulipmania | Mid-Autumn Festival | Christmas Sugar Mountain
2014
Year of the Horse | War of the Roses | Sun Pavilion | Getting Ready for Tulipmania (Tulip Planting) | Tulipmania 2014 | French Faire | Persian Garden | Orchid Extravaganza | Singapore Garden Festival 2014 | Mid-Autumn 2014 Indian Safari | Yuletide in the Flower Dome | Christmas Wonderland
2015
Asian Tales | Tulipmania 2015 | Flowery Fun Times | From Tales to Legends: Discover Singapore Stories | Christmas Wonderland 2015
2016
Dahlia Dreams | Tulipmania Rediscovered | Singapore Garden Festival 2016 | Orchid Extravaganza 2016 | Tribal Tempo and Mid-Autumn Festival 2016 | Merry Medley
Blossom Bliss | Star Wars Day at Gardens by the Bay | Orchid Extravaganza 2017 | Autumn Harvest | Sakura Matsuri | Orchid Extravaganza 2018 | Singapore Garden Festival 2018 | Sunflower Surprise | Mid-Autumn 2018 | Poinsettia Wishes featuring Disney TSUM TSUM
Sakura Matsuri 2019 | Floral Fantasy | Children's Festival 2019 | FutureTogether (teamLab) | Sakura Matsuri 2020 | Flower Dome (2020 Reopening)
Dahlia Dreams 2021 | Once Upon A Time on the Orient Express | River Hongbao 2021 | Dale Chihuly: Glass in Bloom | Orchid Haven (Cloud Forest) | Tulipmania 2021: Its Wild Origins | Poinsettia Wishes 2021 and Kingfisher Wetlands | Christmas Wonderland 2021
Dahlia Dreams 2022 | Sakura 2022 featuring tokidoki | Rose Romance 2022, Precious Peony, Cloud Forest Kuwaha Sculpture, Active Garden | Hydrangea Holidays | Hanging Gardens: Mexican Roots | Construction Update: AVATAR: The Experience | AVATAR: The Experience Grand Tour |
NICE with a capital C 🙂
I can almost smell the pollen.
cheers,
Andy (SengkangBabies)
Very pretty just like Keukehof Gardens but in Singapore. It makes sense for Flower Dome to have these seasonal events to attract repeat visits from locals cos otherwise their permanent displays are just so so unlike Cloud Forest next door.
Now if only RWS will take a hint.
It seems that RWS is very satisfied with strong influx of regional tourists – for many, USS (and MLP) are their first theme parks. Seasonal entertainment at the park doesn’t appear necessary to them (and presumably, even the park management). It’s a shame really, because a lot of attractions would’ve benefited with a facelift, seasonal change or the bare minimum: some improvement and refurbishment.
I’m running out of content to write about in my monthly updates that well, I might need to use an idea I had in mind a while ago (Covering “Wear and Tear” and Airing of Grievances) for park updates in later months.
I love the first photo! 🙂
Hi Dejiki! I am a tourist and planning to visit Gardens by the bay. How much time do I need to visit and go around the whole place? (Without having to rush, ofcourse). Is 4 hours enough? Is the place that big?
Thank you so much and more power to your blog!:)
Hi Jay,
4 hours is more than enough. The two domes will take about 1 to 2 hours to walk through. The outdoor gardens should take a little more than an hour.