Things to do along the Sengkang-Punggol LRT lines
Let’s be honest – the tail end of the North-East line, which consists of Sengkang and Punggol MRT/LRT stations, doesn’t exactly scream weekend paradise. But with the recent rollout of 2-car trains on the Sengkang-Punggol LRT lines, this corner of Singapore is slowly getting a little bit more buzz.
Near these seemingly ulu LRT stations are cosy cafes, lush green spaces, and even a free TCM clinic. Here are some of the best things to do along the Sengkang-Punggol LRT lines.
Table of Contents
- Things to do along the Sengkang-Punggol LRT lines
- – Sengkang LRT line –
- 1. Sengkang Floating Wetlands
- 2. Sengkang Swimming Complex
- 3. Sengkang Sculpture Park
- 4. Singapore Thong Chai Medical Institution
- 5. Wee Lee Nursery & Florist
- 6. Boh Geh Uncle Canteen
- 7. Brew with Grace
- 8. Chow Cute Cafe
- – Punggol LRT line –
- 9. Punggol Golf Driving Range
- 10. Punggol East Container Park
- 11. Marina Country Club
- 12. Lorong Halus Wetland
- 13. Punggol Beach
- 14. Punggol Regional Library
- 15. Northshore StraitsView
- 16. Lazy Cup
– Sengkang LRT line –
Sengkang could easily star in an NDP MV – it’s got all the makings of a Singaporean hood: a public swimming pool with waterpark-worthy slides, quirky HDB art sculptures, and makan spots that trace back to 1969.
1. Sengkang Floating Wetlands
2nd largest man-made wetland in Singapore & fruit-themed boardwalk
It’s Cloudy with a Chance of Oranges at Sengkang Floating Wetlands. This man-made wetland, located in Sengkang Riverside Park, has a fruit-themed boardwalk that will make you feel like an ant for a day. There’s also a giant mangosteen to take shelter under during surprise rain showers, and huge orange slices that double up as chill spots to kick back and enjoy the riverside view.
When you’re done taking your mandatory Instagram shots next to the giant fruits, go on a stroll along the bridge lining the wetland. If you’re lucky, you’ll spot some of the resident wildlife, like kingfishers, red-eared sliders, and colourful dragonflies.
Nearest station: Farmway LRT station
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2. Sengkang Swimming Complex
Public swimming pool with 5 mega slides
Image credit: SportSG
Wild Wild Wet may not be the most wallet-friendly, but Sengkang Sports Centre offers an alternative experience at an affordable price of just $1.50/adult and $0.80/child. You’ll have full access to the entire swimming complex, including their 5 waterpark-worthy slides.
Race your friends down Rainbow Dash, an exhilarating 4-lane slide, or take a joy ride down Sugar Rush, the pool’s longest slide spanning 79.1m long. There’s also Cotton Candy Bowl and Jelly Lime Loops, which are single-loop slides, and Jellybean Swizzle, which is basically the kiddy version of Royal Flush at Wild Wild Wet, where you’ll be swung upwards after going through a tube.
TBH, the slides’ names sound like a tooth decay waiting to happen, but we give it props for whimsy.
If you’re there to burn some calories, the space also comes with your standard lap pools and a jacuzzi to reward yourself after your workout. Swim passes can be purchased through the ActiveSG website.
Nearest station: Farmway LRT station
3. Sengkang Sculpture Park
Marine-themed sculptures & dinosaur eggs
Sengkang Sculpture Park is a little green space tucked among towering HDB flats. It features abstract sculptures, including a replica of a whale skeleton and huge dino eggs that look like something straight out of a fever dream during your afternoon stroll.
Bring the kiddos along, as there’s a small playground nearby, just under the overhead train tracks. And keep your eyes peeled – the park will be getting a facelift, with plans for a new boat pavilion, updated walkways, and a sailboat-themed water feature.
Nearest station: Compassvale LRT station
4. Singapore Thong Chai Medical Institution
Free TCM clinic
Singapore Thong Chai Medical Institution is a TCM clinic located right above Sengkang Polyclinic that’s almost always packed, and for good reason. They offer free medical services for all, regardless of age and nationality, which explains the snaking queues even on weekdays.
Don’t be too quick to raise eyebrows at their free consultations; their physicians are all MOH-registered, so you’ll be in good hands. Services include treatments from stroke rehab and pain management to metabolism, oncology, fertility, kidney disease, and paediatrics. Just remember to bring your IC, passport, or birth certificate for identification.
Registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis, so be sure to go early to beat the queue. To make a donation, visit Singapore Thong Chai Medical Institution’s official website.
Nearest station: Sengkang MRT/LRT station
5. Wee Lee Nursery & Florist
Free admission to the nursery specialising in fresh-cut orchids
Image credit: @weelee.nursery via Instagram
Wee Lee Florist & Nursery has been around since 1982, starting out as a humble family-run florist. These days, it’s known for its sprawling nursery that specialises in fresh-cut orchids available in a wide variety of species. They also sell wholesale flowers and have even supplied blooms to hotels.
Even if you aren’t in the market for new florals, the nursery is still worth a visit as it’s free admission. Besides orchids, you’ll also find other potted plants like alocasias, rosemary, and even hibiscus.
To get to the nursery, take a train to Thanggam LRT and walk to the Jalan Kayu Shophouse bus stop. From there, hop on buses 103 or 102 and alight at the 7th stop. The nursery will be about a 10-minute walk once you alight.
Nearest station: Thanggam LRT station
6. Boh Geh Uncle Canteen
Kampung-style canteen serving cai fan & Malay cuisine since 1969
Image credit: Ivan Liew via Google Maps
Boh Geh Uncle Canteen has stood the test of time since 1969, back when it served military personnel from the nearby Seletar Camp. Decades on, it’s still going strong – a no-frills spot dishing out hearty meals the old-school way.
Instead of a single shop, you’ll find 3 stalls here selling cai fan, nasi padang, and drinks. Get their lontong, or some hearty mutton rendang and comforting nasi lemak. Dishes here go for around $3.
Don’t expect to be treated to air-conditioned breezes here – you’ll have to make do with the canteen’s wall fans doing their best against the midday heat. It’s rustic and sweaty, but it’s also authentic.
Getting here isn’t the most convenient, though. You’ll need to take buses 86, 102, or 103 from Thanggan LRT station and alight at the 2nd stop, or if you’re up for it, take on the 24-minute hike from the LRT station to the canteen.
Nearest station: Thanggam LRT station
7. Brew with Grace
Ghibli-inspired home cafe
Image credit: Eatbook
Even if going to Japan’s Studio Ghibli theme park isn’t in the cards for you, there’s still one way to experience Ghibli’s magic in Singapore. Brew with Grace is a home cafe that takes cosy to the next level with its vibey fairy lights decor and Muji-esque furnishings, complete with Studio Ghibli background music.
It works better as a post-lunch spot, since it’s mostly known for its drinks menu featuring classic caffeine options like Black ($3), White ($3), and of course, Strawberry Matcha ($5.50) made with Isuzu’s ceremonial-grade matcha powder. Be sure to say hello to the cafe’s resident pet cat, Totoro, while waiting for your drinks.
Nearest station: Bakau LRT station
8. Chow Cute Cafe
Pet cafe with dog-friendly meals
Image credit: @chowcutesg via Instagram
You’ll be in doggo paradise at Chow Cute Cafe, which houses adorable furry residents – think 5 Chow Chows, a Samoyed, a guinea pig, and even a chinchilla. If you have your own pup at home, the cafe’s doors are open to them too; they just need to get checked for fleas by the staff before entering.
The cafe has an extensive menu featuring Lasagna ($16.90), Chicken Cutlet ($10.90), and Homemade Banana Cake with Ice Cream ($11.90). The best part: there’s a dog-friendly menu here, so your pup gets to dig into a Chowcuterie Board (from $21), which comes with a choice of beef, chicken, mutton, or salmon.
Unlike typical pet cafes, this one doesn’t have an entrance fee. Instead, there’s a minimum spend of $18/adult and $15/child, with a maximum dining time of 90 minutes.
To get here, head to Thanggam LRT station and take a 5-minute walk to the Jalan Kayu Shophouse bus stop. From there, hop on buses 86, 102, or 103 and alight at the 3rd stop.
Nearest station: Thanggam LRT station
– Punggol LRT line –
The Punggol LRT line is where you’ll find dreamy beaches, sea views, and riverside restaurants. The family-friendly neighbourhood is packed with weekend activities, and you’ll wonder why you didn’t swing by sooner.
9. Punggol Golf Driving Range
Free-and-easy sessions from $8.72/100 balls
A golf course probably isn’t what you have in mind when you think budget-friendly. But Punggol Golf Driving Range keeps things affordable with their free-and-easy sessions from $8.72/100 balls. There are club rentals available too, at $5/club. Rental payments can only be made in cash, so make sure you have some notes on you.
Newbies looking to upskill can consider checking out their Tee-To-Green programme, which helps beginners attain a Golf Proficiency Certificate ($1,200/pax). The package includes 9 lessons over 10 hours – enough to get you from zero to semi-pro.
Nearest station: Riviera LRT Station
10. Punggol East Container Park
24/7 prawning, bouldering gym & international eats
Image credit: @ncstch via Instagram
Punggol East Container Park is a strong win for Punggol residents. This spot is packed with delicious grub and kid-friendly activities, so if you’ve got nothing planned for the day, it’ll keep the whole fam entertained for hours.
There’s Art Bloc, a bouldering gym connected to the park, which also offers strength training and callisthenics facilities. Night owls can seek refuge at Hai Bin Prawning Punggol, which is open 24/7 for prawning and has its own kiddie fishing pond.
You’ll have no lack of dining options here too, including Seoul Good, which dishes out Korean fare like army stews from $49.90, and Madya Cuisine & Bar serving up gourmet Indian cuisine with dishes ranging between $7 and $16.
The park is just a 9-minute walk from Punggol Golf Driving Range – swing by after your free-and-easy session to refuel and unwind.
Nearest station: Riviera LRT station
11. Marina Country Club
Water sports & alfresco dining
Image credit: serge via Google Maps
Marina Country Club is Singapore’s only private country club open to the public. Its boardwalks are a popular sunset-watching spot, with the club’s yachts making for an extra luxurious view.
It’s also home to Waketime, which offers watersport experiences like wakeboarding, wake surfing, and wake foiling, where you balance on a raised board above the water and glide across the surface. Their wakeboarding and wakesurfing trips start from $180/hour, depending on your accompanying coach’s experience.
Image credit: desmond khoo via Google Maps
You’ll also find a good variety of F&B restaurants here, like Big Boss Chef, for seafood zi char dishes under magical fairy lights at their alfresco dining area, and Fei Mookata, which has a mookata buffet from $16.80/pax for 90 minutes.
Nearest station: Samudera LRT station
12. Lorong Halus Wetland
Scenic nature trail with sunset-spotting bridge
Tucked between Pasir Ris and Punggol is Lorong Halus Wetland. This picturesque spot boasts serene views of tall reeds and pools of water – the ultimate touch grass spot. It can only be accessed along the park connector networks in the area, so you’ll have to work for the view.
The area isn’t just for pretty views, though. It also helps in water-bio treatment by preventing polluted water from flowing into the nearby Serangoon Reservoir. The dirty water passes through the reed beds, where it gets filtered and finally flows into ponds, also known as “polishing ponds”.
While you’re there, try to spot the Lorong Halus Red Bridge that spans across the Punggol-Serangoon Reservoir, and is a great sunset viewing spot. The bridge is also the gateway to Punggol Waterway Point, just a 10-minute bike ride away.
Nearest station: Kadaloor LRT station
13. Punggol Beach
Lesser-known beach for sunset catching
Ditch the crowds at East Coast Park and head to Punggol Beach instead. This lesser-known beach is located on the edge of Punggol Point Park and boasts sweeping views of Pulau Ubi and the Johor Straits.
No mat, no problem – have your picnic lunch on the beach’s many rocks dotting its shores, perfect for perching on and enjoying the sea breeze. The best time to visit is early mornings and evenings – you’ll get the best sunset and sunrise pics on the lookout decks that also offer a great view of passing ships.
To get to the beach, head to Punggol Point LRT station, and take a 3-minute walk to Bef Punggol Pt Stn bus stop. From there, hop on bus 84G and alight at the 3rd stop. Once you alight, it’s just a 3-minute walk to sandy shores.
Nearest station: Punggol Point LRT station
14. Punggol Regional Library
Singapore’s biggest public library
Image credit: Public Libraries Singapore
Libraries hold a special place in Singaporeans’ hearts, and Punggol Regional Library is probably the crowning jewel of Singapore’s libraries. First opened in 2023, it’s Singapore’s biggest library to date – it features 5 storeys of books, including an educational toys zone for kiddos, a cafe, and even a tech zone with an arcade-machine-style driving console where you’ll race against an AI.
For a change of scenery from your usual cafe haunt, check out their study zones that are equipped with power plugs. The library is located within One Punggol, which is connected to the Sam Kee LRT station.
Nearest station: Sam Kee LRT station
15. Northshore StraitsView
Rooftop sea view from 19th floor
Image credit: @skygardens.sg via Instagram
Northshore StraitsView is Punggol’s own version of CapitaSpring and boasts panoramic sea views from a rooftop garden. This BTO is just a 5-minute walk from Punggol Point LRT station and is free to access.
Head up to the 19th floor for some killer views from the rooftop garden. Visit the garden at night and you’ll be treated to a view of the shimmering lights from the port of Malaysia across the sea. For those who are visiting after a bike ride through the nearby Punggol Park Connector, there are plenty of seating areas to kick back and soak up the sights.
Nearest station: Punggol Point LRT station
16. Lazy Cup
Home-based takeaway coffee
Image credit: Lazy Cup (Takeaway Coffee) via Google Maps
Lazy Cup is a cosy cafe located at 323D Sumang Walk, just a 6-minute walk from Nibong LRT station. It’s a home-based coffee stand that only does takeaway orders, so take your yaps outside.
Don’t forget to place your order at least 30 minutes in advance by sliding into Lazy Cup’s DMs on their official Instagram. The full address will be provided once your order has been confirmed. Their full menu is also available on their Instagram page.
A must-try here is the Lazy Cup ($6), their signature “cloud coffee” topped with a layer of fluffy cream. Matcha lovers aren’t left out either – there’s the mainstay Iced Matcha ($5), made with Niko Neko Yuri matcha.
Nearest station: Nibong LRT station
Take a little trip around the Sengkang-Punggol LRT lines
Those new 2-car trains between Sengkang and Punggol mean a comfier and quicker ride down the LRT tracks. And the journey is only going to get smoother since the old-gen trains will be fully replaced by the end of 2028 – so if there’s any time to drop by the northeast of the island, it’s now.
More things to do around MRT stations:
- Guide to Tanjong Pagar’s MRT exits
- MRT “malls” in Singapore
- Things to do near the Downtown line extension
Cover image adapted from: Eatbook, serge via Google Maps, SportSG