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Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)

Green Trails, Cherished Tales and Islands to Explore

More new parks and improved green spaces are developed in the Central Region, while its heritage will also be celebrated.

Last updated 29 June 2026

Transforming into a City in Nature

The region will see more new parks and improved green spaces, which will also be better connected so it is easier for us to get around and for nature to flourish. The Southern Islands are also being enhanced for more to enjoy.

Singapore's parks and recreational routes map showing green nodes, heritage nodes, and train stations. A key with symbols is included.

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Celebrating our heritage

The region was one of the earliest areas to be developed, as the city expanded beyond Singapore’s city centre. It is home to historic buildings and sites that hold the rich heritage of Singapore’s pioneering communities. These will be retained and rejuvenated as physical reminders for future generations where possible, even as the physical landscape evolves to meet new needs.

Enhanced greenery network in Bukit Timah

Bukit Timah is at the nexus of nature and recreation with the iconic Rail Corridor and Coast-to-Coast Trail (Central) at its heart. The greenery network is expanding with new parks at the Bukit Timah Turf City and Holland Plain. Upcoming green spaces such as the Bukit Timah-Rochor Green Corridor and the Clementi Nature Corridor will further weave nature into the area’s urban fabric, offering a wider variety of recreational options for all.

Two women walk along a paved path lined with lush tropical vegetation.

The Rail Corridor is a recreational corridor stretching from the former Tanjong Pagar Railway Station in the south to Woodlands in the north. Today, visitors can enjoy over 21 kilometres of seamless connectivity!

Elevated walkway through lush forest, with people, butterflies, and birds visible.

Source: NParks

Envisioned as a journey through a riverine forest, the elevated stretch of the Bukit Timah-Rochor Green Corridor between the Rail Corridor and Jalan Kampong Chantek will provide the public with a new leisure and recreational experience when completed by 2027.

Transforming parks in the southwestern region

Thirteen southwestern parks will soon be connected through curated themed trails, each offering a unique journey through nature, heritage and play.

Two people walk on a path in a park with industrial buildings and a dramatic sky.

Visitors can relax and find respite at the upcoming Labrador Villa Park along the Round Island Route.

Two people on a wooden bridge at Keppel Coastal Trail, surrounded by trees and greenery.

The 90-metre elevated boardwalk along the Keppel Coastal Trail within Labrador Nature Park provides unblocked sea views from an elevated vantage point.

Waterfront park in Singapore with people walking, jogging, and resting on benches. Modern architecture and a cable-stayed bridge in background.

King’s Dock Park is a new waterfront recreational space along our 30-kilometre southern coastline.

HortPark, Labrador Nature Park and West Coast Park will also be transformed into Destination Parks that each have its own thematic identity.

For instance, West Coast Park will see recreational features that recall the maritime heritage of the area.

An artist's rendition of a park with a harbor view, people, and trees.

Artist’s impression of West Coast Park in future for illustrative purposes only.

Click here to find out more about our Southwestern Parks!

New leisure highlights at Sentosa

Sentosa and Pulau Brani are envisioned to become a game-changing leisure destination of the future, with world class attractions, reimagined beach experiences and expanded nature and heritage trails.

Aerial view of a resort area with greenery, modern buildings, and waterfront.

Artist’s impression for illustrative purposes only. Source: Resorts World Sentosa

Resorts World Sentosa Phase 2 Expansion will feature biophilic design elements, a “mountain” trail and a new public attraction along the waterfront when completed in 2030.

Island-hopping fun within the Southern Islands

Ecotourism experiences at the Southern Islands can be twinned with neighbouring Sentosa with new inter-island ferry services.

Scenic view of the sea with a pier extending into the water. Lush greenery frames the view. Ships are visible in the distance.

Source: NParks

Sisters’ Islands Marine Park, with a floating boardwalk and coastal forest trail, allows visitors to enjoy marine biodiversity and enjoy panoramic sea views.

Sandy beach scene with clear water, people swimming, and a boat anchored. Trees line the shore under a cloudy sky.

Seringat and Lazarus Islands offer an idyllic getaway with accommodation, bicycle rental and water activities.

A person in squatting position on a rocky beach with the reflection on the water with a city skyline in the background under a blue sky.

Source: NParks

New marine park planned at Lazarus South-Kusu Reef, with a focus on marine conservation and nature-based recreation.

Map of Singapore's Southern Islands, showing Sentosa, St John's, Lazarus, and Kusu Islands. Includes jetty locations and marine park areas.

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Our Living Heritage: Conservation Sites

New sites in the Central Region are being proposed for conservation which will allow future generations to appreciate the region’s rich heritage.

Outdoor playground with slides and swings in front of apartment buildings and trees on a sunny day.

Dakota Crescent is one of Singapore’s oldest public housing estates. Built in 1958 by the Singapore Improvement Trust, it features a central courtyard and the iconic Dove Playground that holds cherished memories. The playground is surrounded by a cluster of six blocks that reflects the unique architecture of Singapore's early public housing.

Building with a colorful mural of badminton players and the Singapore Badminton Association logo.

Singapore Badminton Stadium (historically known as the Singapore Badminton Hall) was built in 1952 and has hosted significant sporting events in our nation’s history. The site was marked by the National Heritage Board as a historical site in 1999 in recognition of its significance in the development of Singapore’s local sports scene and historic events.

Outdoor scene with a large tree and a two-story building. People are walking and sitting outside.

Artist’s impression of new lease of life at the former Pasir Panjang English School for illustrative purposes only.

The Former Pasir Panjang English School opened in 1933. It was one of three schools selected to pilot co-education classes in Singapore. This two-storey building incorporates extensive timber structural elements and stands out as a rare example of school design by the Public Works Department.

Walk through time!

The stories behind our beloved everyday spaces can be discovered through the National Heritage Board’s heritage trails.

From Peranakan-Eurasian culture emanating from charming heritage shophouses in Katong - Joo Chiat, to the chic Tiong Bahru estate with its eclectic shops, there is more to these neighbourhoods than meets the eye!

Click here to find out more about the walking trails!