5 Secret Spots in Woodlands that locals never tell you about

Woodlands is considered the gateway to Malaysia because of its proximity to the Malaysian and Singaporean Northern checkpoints. Woodlands is commonly called "ulu" or "far-flung" in Malay, but do not be fooled- there is plenty to do and experience in Singapore's Northern neighborhoods.

The following are the secret places in Woodlands Singaporeans don't always tell you about:

1) Sembawang Hot Spring

The Sembawang Hot Spring is the only natural hot spring in Singapore. The park is 1.1 hectares and boasts features such as a cafe, cascading pool, and floral walk.

Upon the park entrance, visitors will see the floral walkway with edible plants like Chiku and rambutan. With a recent reopening only on January 4, 2020, the park now has improved amenities, activity lawn and toilets for visitors.

The Hot Spring has a "kampung-like" vibe according to locals and embodies the community spirit of its locals, according to its press release. Children guests can play within the warm spring water placed in an educational zone where there are child-friendly tours to learn the groundwater cycle.

2) Bollywood Veggies

Located in Kranji, is a quaint Food Museum and farm called Bollywood Veggies. The 10-acre farm is free from chemical pesticides, fertilizers, and growth hormones. Guests of this farm can enjoy hands-on educational classes on green horticulture and cuisine.

Within Bollywood, Veggies is the Bhanchha Cooking school that is open to visitors even to as young as five years of age. Please be reminded that the only accepted mode of payment in Bollywood Veggies is in cash.

3) Woodlands Galaxy Community Club

The Woodlands Galaxy Community Club is an observatory that houses a 30cm telescope that lets visitors peek into space. On particular evenings with clear night skies, you can see meteor showers, Jupiter, meteor showers, comets, and Saturn.

The observatory is open on Saturdays and Friday evenings, starting at 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm.

4) Woodlands Terrace

Ever wanted to buy gourmet cuisine without the high prices? The Woodlands Terrace is the place to get excellent quality food at affordable prices. Hidden in Woodlands Terrace are factories that offer great deals at gourmet food!

In Woodlands Terrace, you can shop for affordable sashimi, pork knuckles, and wagyu beef. Here you can stock up for future gatherings for wholesale supplies all you can buy from the sustainable source.

5) Sembawang Park

This park is located where the road meets the Johor coastline. It is secluded from the city, which is a part of its appeal, and it is neither rundown nor highly rustic. The park has recently been under major restructuring and is now reopened, bright, clean, and welcomes guests.

The Sembawang Park is at the beachside perfect for a weekend family picnic. Here you can fish as a pastime and barbecue along its coast. Flap your blanket and enjoy time with loved ones at one of Singapore's last natural beaches.

You may find yourself exceeding your budget if you are on date at these places but don’t worry, you can always get some help from a licensed money lender near Woodlands like Raffles Credit.

Here’s how to get to Raffles Credit from Woodlands.