How to Get to Fort Canning Park by MRT
Quick answer: Take the Downtown Line to Fort Canning (DT20); the station exit is at the foot of the hill beside the river. For the famous Tree Tunnel photo spot, Dhoby Ghaut (NS24/NE6/CC1) is closer, about 4 minutes on foot.
Nearest MRT station to Fort Canning Park
- Station: Fort Canning (DT20)
- Lines: Downtown Line
- Train times: see first and last trains by line
How to get to Fort Canning Park from the airport, Orchard and the city
| Starting from | Route | Stops | Changes | Adult fare | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Changi Airport | Take the East West Line (Changi Airport branch) to Tanah Merah. Change at Tanah Merah to the East West Line (towards Tuas Link) to Bugis. Change at Bugis to the Downtown Line (towards Expo) to Fort Canning. | 16 | 2 | S$2.38 | about 50 min |
| Orchard | Take the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Bayshore) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the North East Line (towards Punggol Coast) to Chinatown. Change at Chinatown to the Downtown Line (towards Expo) to Fort Canning. | 5 | 2 | S$1.49 | about 25 min |
| City Hall | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Bugis. Change at Bugis to the Downtown Line (towards Expo) to Fort Canning. | 7 | 1 | S$1.68 | about 25 min |
| Jurong East | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to Outram Park. Change at Outram Park to the North East Line (towards Punggol Coast) to Chinatown. Change at Chinatown to the Downtown Line (towards Expo) to Fort Canning. | 10 | 2 | S$2.11 | about 40 min |
| Woodlands | Take the Thomson East Coast Line (towards Bayshore) to Stevens. Change at Stevens to the Downtown Line (towards Expo) to Fort Canning. | 18 | 1 | S$2.44 | about 50 min |
Stops and changes come from the current network map. Fares are the adult card fare for the distance (50 cents less before 7.45am on weekdays). Times are estimates for the train ride only and do not include the walk at either end. Use the fare calculator for any other starting station.
From Fort Canning station to Fort Canning Park
From Fort Canning station, come up at River Valley Road and take the steps or the path up into the park towards the Fort Gate and the Spice Garden. From Dhoby Ghaut, leave towards Penang Road and the National Museum; the Tree Tunnel is the spiral staircase in the park corner nearest the museum. Clarke Quay station (NE5) is at the river end of the park, about 7 minutes from the Fort Canning Centre.
Tips for the trip
- The park is free and open all day, but the hill is steep in places and there is little shade on the lawns, so go early or late.
- The Tree Tunnel is busiest between 9am and 11am; before 8am you can have it to yourself.
- Concerts and festivals on the Fort Canning Green close some paths; the Dhoby Ghaut side stays open.
- The National Museum is on the same hill, so Bras Basah and Bencoolen stations also work.
Other places near Fort Canning station
- Sri Thendayuthapani Temple (Place of worship, about 3 min walk): Visit to worship or to admire a traditional South Indian Hindu temple.
- Battlebox Visitor Centre (Museum, about 7 min walk): Explore preserved wartime tunnels and learn about Singapore's World War II history.
- Clarke Quay Central (Shopping mall, about 7 min walk): Browse shops, grab a meal or catch a film at this riverside mall.
- Peranakan Museum (Museum, about 9 min walk): Discover Peranakan culture, art and heritage through engaging permanent and visiting exhibitions.
- Fort Canning Tree Tunnel (Attraction, about 9 min walk): Walk through a striking natural tunnel formed by a canopy of trees within Fort Canning Park.
- National Museum of Singapore (Museum, about 10 min walk): Spend time exploring Singapore's history and natural heritage at this landmark national institution.
Frequently asked questions
Which MRT station is nearest to Fort Canning Park?
Fort Canning (DT20) on the Downtown Line is at the foot of the hill. Dhoby Ghaut (NS24/NE6/CC1) is nearest to the Tree Tunnel and the National Museum side.
Which MRT exit is nearest to the Fort Canning Tree Tunnel?
From Dhoby Ghaut, leave towards Penang Road and the National Museum; the Tree Tunnel is about 4 minutes away at the corner of the park.
How do I get to Fort Canning from Changi Airport?
Take the airport branch to Tanah Merah, the East West Line to Bugis and the Downtown Line to Fort Canning, about 50 minutes and S$2.38.
Is Fort Canning Park free?
Yes. The park, the Spice Garden and the Tree Tunnel are free. Some events on the green are ticketed.
Plan the rest of the trip with the interactive Singapore MRT map, the fare calculator and the guide to paying for the MRT.
More places to reach by MRT
Bukit Timah Nature Reserve | East Coast Park | Gardens by the Bay and Marina Barrage | Jurong Lake Gardens and the Chinese Garden | MacRitchie Reservoir and the TreeTop Walk | Pulau Ubin and Changi Village | Punggol Waterway Park and Coney Island | Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve | the Singapore Botanic Gardens | the Southern Ridges, Henderson Waves and Mount Faber
See the full list: how to get anywhere in Singapore by MRT, or find your nearest MRT station.