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Free Parking In Singapore: 32 Car Parks Sorted By Location & Time Limit, No Need Fear Summon Aunty

Free parking & car parks in Singapore


Driving in Singapore isn’t easy – you’ve got to worry about finding the fastest route to siam traffic jams, ERP charges, cost of refuelling and parking. But here’s something to lighten the load off your wallet – a list of free parking in Singapore.

Some of these places are in town and you would’ve never guessed that there’s no parking charge. But regardless of where you are in Singapore, this list of places across the island will save you a considerable amount of money.


Location breakdown of free parking in Singapore


Area Location Time Limit
Central & CBD Clarke Quay First 2 hours, 8am-5.59pm, Daily
Dempsey Hill 24 hours, Daily
ITE College Central Sun & PH: All day
Aperia Mall Mon-Fri: 6.30pm-9.59pm; Sat, Sun & PH: First 1 hour
Marina Bay Link Mall Min. $30 spend: Mon-Fri: 2 hours before 6pm, 4 hours after 6pm; Sat, Sun & PH: 4 hours all day
OUE Downtown Min. $10 spend: Mon-Fri: After 5pm; Sat, Sun & PH: All day
City Gate Min. $20 spend: First 2 hours, 8am-10pm, Daily
Midview City Mon-Fri: 7pm-12am; Sat, Sun & PH: 7am-12am
Djitsun Mall, AMK Sun & PH: 7am-10.30pm
East Downtown East Mon-Fri: 12pm-2pm; 9pm-5pm, Daily
Paya Lebar Square First 1 hour; Sat, Sun & PH: All day
IKEA Tampines 7am-11pm, Daily
Courts Megastore 10am-10pm, Daily
Giant Hypermarket Tampines 24 hours, Daily
ITE College East Sun & PH: All day
BreadTalk IHQ First 1 hour, 6am-11.59pm, Daily
Hotel Indigo Katong 12pm-2pm, Daily except PH
West Biopolis 5pm-7am, Daily
IKEA Alexandra First 3 hours with any purchase, 9am-11pm, Daily
IMM First 1 hour, Mon-Fri: All day
NEWest Mall First 1 hour, Mon-Fri: 12pm-1.30pm
Greenridge Shopping Centre Mon-Fri: 12pm-2pm
Singapore Mint Coin Gallery Mon-Fri: 8.30am-4.30pm
Memories at Old Ford Factory 24 hours, Daily
South Alexandra Retail Centre (ARC) Mon-Fri: 6.30pm-11pm; Sat, Sun & PH: 7am-11pm
Gillman Barracks Mon-Fri: 5pm-8.30am; Sat, Sun & PH: All day
Alkaff Mansion 24 hours, Daily
Reflections at Bukit Chandu 24 hours, Daily
Labrador Park 24 hours, Daily
North 888 Plaza Mon-Fri: 12pm-2pm
Hay Dairies Goat Farm 7am-7pm, Daily
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve 7am-7pm, Daily

– Central & CBD –


1. Clarke Quay


free parking singapore - clarke quay

Parking is free at Clarke Quay until 6pm daily, and while this area may be known for its nightlife, but there’s still plenty of things to do in the day as well. Check out Swee Lee Clarke Quay, a cafe with vinyl-listening stations for a sweet date spot. If you and bae are more adventurous, there’s no reason to pass up on Slingshot Singapore or the GX-5 Extreme Swing for adrenaline fun.

Free parking time: First 2 hours, 8am-5.59pm, Daily

Clarke Quay
Google Reviews
4.5
(42,566)
Address
3 River Valley Rd, Singapore 179024
Opening Hours:
Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM Show More Timings
Contact Information

2. Dempsey Hill


free parking singapore - museum of ice cream

Dempsey Hill has all the makings of a fun day out with your little one in tow. Join a tour at Open Farm Community to learn where food on the table really comes from, then indulge in ice cream and Instagrammable exhibits at the Museum of Ice Cream. They can even make their own chocolate bar at Mr Bucket Chocolaterie. With so much to cover, it’s a good thing parking is free round the clock.

Free parking time: 24 hours, Daily

Dempsey Hill
Google Reviews
4.5
(2,221)
Address
8D Dempsey Rd, #03-01, Singapore 249679
Opening Hours:
Sunday Open 24 Hours Show More Timings
Contact Information

3. ITE College Central


Free parking time:

  • Sunday & Public Holiday: all day

Address: 2 Ang Mo Kio Drive, Singapore 567720


4. Aperia Mall


free parking singapore - aperia mall

SG’s Little Thailand at Golden Mile Complex might have closed for good, but you can still head to Aperia Mall to have your fill of Thai snacks and groceries. The Thai Supermarket at Aperia Mall sells made-in-Thailand goods like sauces and instant noodles. There’s even an attached restaurant and snack stalls selling deep fried bananas and sweet potato balls should you feel peckish in the middle of shopping.

Aperia Mall also hosts The Luggage Market, a flea market for thrifters. Grab secondhand and pre-loved clothing and accessories at discounted prices every Sunday from 11am-6pm.

Free parking time: 

  • Monday-Friday: 6.30pm-9.59pm
  • Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday: First 1 hour, 12am-11.59pm
Aperia Mall
Google Reviews
3.9
(3,419)
Address
12 Kallang Ave, Singapore 339511
Opening Hours:
Sunday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Show More Timings

5. Marina Bay Link Mall


Free parking time: Up to 4 hours with min. $30 spend

  • Monday-Friday: First 2 hours before 6pm; First 4 hours after 6pm
  • Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday: First 4 hours, all day
Marina Bay Link Mall
Google Reviews
4.3
(3,581)
Address
8A Marina Blvd, Singapore 018984
Opening Hours:
Sunday 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM Show More Timings
Contact Information

6. OUE Downtown


Free parking time: With min. Spend of $10

  • Monday-Friday: After 5pm
  • Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday: all day
OUE Downtown 1
Google Reviews
4
(4)
Address
6a Shenton Wy, Singapore 068805
Opening Hours:
Sunday Open 24 Hours Show More Timings
Contact Information

7. City Gate


Free parking time: First 2 hours, 8am-10pm, Daily, with min. $20 spend

City Gate
Google Reviews
4
(754)
Address
371 Beach Rd, Singapore 199597
Opening Hours:
Sunday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Show More Timings
Contact Information

8. Midview City


Free parking time:

  • Monday-Friday: 7pm-12am
  • Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday: 7am-12am
Midview City
Google Reviews
3.5
(10)
Address
18 Sin Ming Ln, Singapore 573960
Opening Hours:
Sunday Open 24 Hours Show More Timings

9. Djitsun Mall, AMK


Free parking time:

  • Sunday & Public Holiday: 7am-10.30pm
Djitsun Mall
Google Reviews
3.6
(1,191)
Address
5 Ang Mo Kio Central 2, Singapore 569663
Opening Hours:
Sunday 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM Show More Timings
Contact Information

– East – 


10. Downtown East


free parking singapore - downtown east

For Easties, Downtown East is where it’s at for entertainment for the whole family. Where else in Singapore would you be able to ride a real horse, strap on skates at Hi-Roller – an indoor skating rink, and go prawning all in one night?

Do note that free parking is only available at the Begonia Open Air Carpark, located just behind Downtown East.

Free parking time: 

  • Monday-Friday: 12pm-2pm
  • 9pm-5pm, Daily
Downtown East
Google Reviews
4.4
(10,329)
Address
1 Pasir Ris Cl, Singapore 519599
Opening Hours:
Sunday 10:00 AM - 01:00 AM Show More Timings
Contact Information

11. Paya Lebar Square


Free parking time: First 1 hour

  • Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday: all day
Paya Lebar Square
Google Reviews
4.3
(4,815)
Address
60 Paya Lebar Rd, Singapore 409051
Opening Hours:
Sunday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Show More Timings
Contact Information

12. IKEA Tampines


free parking singapore - ikea tampines indoor playground
Image credit: IKEA

Show us a Singaporean who isn’t a fan of Swedish meatballs and $1 hot dogs – we’ll wait. Everyone else can head to IKEA for their fill. Plus, there’s even an indoor playground at IKEA Tampines where you can drop the kids off to enjoy child-free shopping.

Free parking time: 7am-11pm, Daily

IKEA Tampines
Google Reviews
4.4
(18,253)
Address
60 Tampines North Dr 2, Singapore 528764
Opening Hours:
Sunday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Show More Timings
Contact Information

13. Courts Megastore


Free parking time: 10am-10pm, Daily

COURTS Megastore Tampines
Google Reviews
4.8
(18,502)
Address
50 Tampines North Dr 2, Singapore 528766
Opening Hours:
Sunday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Show More Timings
Contact Information

14. Giant Hypermarket Tampines


Free parking time: 24 hours, Daily

Giant Hypermarket – Tampines
Google Reviews
4.3
(7,656)
Address
21 Tampines North Dr 2, #03-01, Singapore 528765
Opening Hours:
Sunday Open 24 Hours Show More Timings
Contact Information

15. ITE College East


Free parking time:

  • Sunday & Public Holiday: all day

Address: 10 Simei Avenue, Singapore 486047


16. BreadTalk IHQ


Free parking time: First 1 hour, 6am-11.59pm, Daily

BreadTalk IHQ
Google Reviews
4
(1,593)
Address
Tai Seng St, BreadTalk IHQ, Singapore 534013
Opening Hours:
Sunday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM Show More Timings
Contact Information

17. Hotel Indigo Katong


Free parking time: 12pm-2pm, Daily except Public Holidays

Admission Fee
From $294/night
Google Reviews
4.5
(997)
Address
86 E Coast Rd, Singapore 428788
Opening Hours:
Sunday Open 24 Hours Show More Timings
Contact Information
RECOMMENDED TICKETS AT S$232

– West –


18. Biopolis


Free parking time: 5pm-7am, Daily

Biopolis
Google Reviews
4.6
(72)
Address
Biopolis Wy, Singapore 138668
Opening Hours:
Sunday Closed Show More Timings
Contact Information

19. IKEA Alexandra


free parking singapore - ikea alexandra
Image credit: IKEA

It’s not just IKEA Tampines that has free parking. IKEA Alexandra also gives customers 3 hours of free parking with any purchase made in-store. This might just be a sign for you to check out the newly-renovated store, which now has an in-house bakery selling pastries like croissants and muffins. There’s also the IKEA photobooth that’ll snap printout pics of you for just $0.50 a go.

Free parking time: First 3 hours with any purchase, 9am-11pm, Daily

IKEA Alexandra
Google Reviews
4.4
(13,089)
Address
317 Alexandra Rd, Level 1, Singapore 159965
Opening Hours:
Sunday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Show More Timings
Contact Information

20. IMM


free parking singapore - imm

Here’s a pro-tip the next time you plan on going shopping at IMM. Plan to hit the stores after lunch and before dinner on weekdays. It’s when crowds are the smallest, so there’s no need to rush to grab that last pair of Adidas sneakers going for half-off. Weekdays are also when drivers get an hour of free parking all day.

Free parking time: First 1 hour

  • Monday-Friday: all day
IMM
Google Reviews
4.4
(16,981)
Address
2 Jurong East Street 21, Singapore 609601
Opening Hours:
Sunday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Show More Timings

21. NEWest Mall


Free parking time: First 1 hour

  • Monday-Friday: 12pm-1.30pm
NEWest
Google Reviews
3.6
(179)
Address
1 W Coast Dr, Singapore 128020
Opening Hours:
Sunday 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM Show More Timings
Contact Information

22. Greenridge Shopping Centre


Free parking time:

  • Monday-Friday: 12pm-2pm
Greenridge Shopping Centre
Google Reviews
4
(634)
Address
524A Jelapang Rd, Singapore 671524
Opening Hours:
Sunday 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM Show More Timings

23. Singapore Mint Coin Gallery


Free parking time:

  • Monday-Friday: 8.30am-4.30pm
Google Reviews
3.7
(44)
Address
20 Teban Gardens Cres, Singapore 608928
Opening Hours:
Sunday Closed Show More Timings
Contact Information
RECOMMENDED TICKETS AT S$65.80

24. Memories at Old Ford Factory


free parking singapore - former ford factory
Image credit: Visit Singapore

Quick history lesson: the Ford Factory at Upper Bukit Timah used to actually manufacture cars. Then, it was used to manufacture military vehicles for the Japanese army during WW2. Today, it’s where you crash course on the Japanese Occupation of Singapore.

Free parking time: 24 hours, Daily

Former Ford Factory
Admission Fee
Singapore citizens, permanent residents, children aged 6 and below, persons with disabilities (PWD) and one caregiver: Free
Google Reviews
4.5
(1,274)
Address
351 Upper Bukit Timah Rd, Singapore 588192
Opening Hours:
Sunday 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM Show More Timings

– South –


25. Alexandra Retail Centre (ARC)


Free parking time:

  • Monday-Friday: 6.30pm-11pm
  • Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday: 7am-11pm
Alexandra Retail Centre (ARC)
Google Reviews
4
(4,330)
Address
460 Alexandra Rd, Singapore 119963
Opening Hours:
Sunday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Show More Timings
Contact Information

26. Gillman Barracks


free parking singapore - gillman barracks
Image credit: Gillman Barracks Art via Facebook

Gillman Barracks used to be the site for the British military camp, but it’s now a vibe-y collection of restaurants and art galleries. If you want to learn more about its history, sign up for the Friends of the Museum heritage tours that take place every Saturday.

Free parking time:

  • Monday-Friday: 5pm-8.30am
  • Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday: all day
Gillman Barracks
Address
9 Lock Road, Singapore 108937
Opening Hours:
Sunday Open 24 Hours Show More Timings

27. Alkaff Mansion


free parking singapore - alkaff mansion

Say you’re hiking Southern Ridges and need a break after spending the day at Henderson Waves. Look no further than the Alkaff Mansion. There’s Wildseed Cafe, a diner that has a picturesque outdoor garden-themed conservatory. If the weather proves too warm for al fresco dining, there’s also Una, which serves Spanish cuisine indoors.

Do note that the parking lot is located at Telok Blangah Hill Park, Carpark 1 & 2.

Free parking time: 24 hours, Daily

Google Reviews
4.3
(1,015)
Address
10 Telok Blangah Green, Singapore 109178
Opening Hours:
Sunday 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM Show More Timings
Contact Information

28. Reflections at Bukit Chandu


free parking singapore - bukit chandu

Reflections at Bukit Chandu may sound like another WW2 attraction, but it showcases one of the fiercest battles that happened on Singapore soil during the Japanese Occupation.

Do note that the parking lot is located at Carpark ‘C’ of Kent Ridge Park.

Free parking time: 24 hours, Daily

Reflections at Bukit Chandu
Google Reviews
4.5
(678)
Address
31 - K Pepys Road, Singapore 118458
Opening Hours:
Sunday 09:30 AM - 05:00 PM Show More Timings

29. Labrador Park


free parking singapore - labrador park

First-time hikers looking to ease their way through Singapore’s nature reserves and parks should try Labrador Park. The beginner-friendly hike goes past coastal trails and lush greenery.

Free parking time: 24 hours, Daily

Labrador Nature Reserve
Google Reviews
4.6
(1,582)
Address
91 Labrador Villa Rd, Singapore 119190
Opening Hours:
Sunday 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM Show More Timings

– North –


30. 888 Plaza


Free parking time: Monday-Friday, 12pm-2pm

888 Plaza
Google Reviews
4.1
(3,040)
Address
888 Woodlands Drive 50, Singapore 730888
Opening Hours:
Sunday Open 24 Hours Show More Timings

31. Hay Dairies Goat Farm


free parking singapore - hay dairies goat farm

Whether it’s the school holidays or a weekend where you’ve run out of things to do with the kids, take them to Hay Dairies Goat Farm to play with domestic goats. Come early in the morning, if you’d like to watch the process of goats being milked, then move over to the goat pen where you can feed goats for $5.

Free parking time: 7am-7pm, Daily

Hay Dairies
Address
250 Neo Tiew Crescent, Singapore 719866
Opening Hours:
Sunday 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Show More Timings

32. Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve


free parking singapore - sungei buloh wetland reserve
The Mid-Canopy Walk.

Image credit: @ivanxwang via Instagram

Just across from Hay Dairies Goat Farm is Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve. Here’s where you can have your pick of hiking trails: Coastal Trail, Forest Trail, Mid-Canopy Walk, and Migratory Bird Trail. Each one will have you looking out for wildlife you wouldn’t often see in the concrete jungle of the CBD.

Free parking time: 7am-7pm, Daily

Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
Address
301 Neo Tiew Crescent, Singapore 718925
Opening Hours:
Sunday 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM Show More Timings

Free parking in Singapore


Parking can get pretty expensive in Singapore, which is why some of us may bend the rules to find alternative – read: illegal – parking spots. But with our list of free parking spaces in Singapore, you wouldn’t have to worry about looking over your shoulder to check if the summon auntie is around.

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Last updated by Raewyn Koh on 16th September 2024.