Changi Beach Park: Seaside Getaway

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Want to have a beach get away – without having to leave our shores? A day trip to Changi Beach Park may be in order.


Changi Beach Park: One of Singapore’s Oldest Beach Parks

One of Singapore’s oldest beach parks, Changi Beach Park is located in the Northeastern corner of Singapore. It has a relaxed, laidback setting that is sure to bring about the lepak feeling.

Changi Beach Park Map

Easily accessible from Changi Village, the park has a natural, breezy feeling. The section close to Changi Village can get quite busy. However, the park actually stretches out for a long way and it gets less crowded the further you head away from Changi Village. Right in the middle of the park is the SAF Ferry Terminal.


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Bridge to Changi Beach Park

It is a short walk across a quaint waterway via a narrow pedestrian bridge from the rear of Changi Village market, not far from The Bus Collective bus hotel.

Arriving at the park, you are sure to notice the inviting sandy beach. This is one of several beaches that lend themselves to the park’s name.

Changi Beach

Nearby is the first of Changi Beach Park’s two playgrounds.

Changi Beach Park Playground

Recently revamped in 2024, the playground has a climbing net along with a play structure that has a tree growing out from the middle of it.

Changi Beach Park Playground Swings

The breezy playground also has a set of swings that kids can enjoy with the view of the beach close by. 

There is also a second playground at the park and you can read more about the Changi Beach Park playgrounds.


Changi Beach Park’s Storied Past

The area was first recorded in the 1600s as Tanjung Rusa. It was later renamed Tanjung Changi in the 1800s. Up till the 1900s, it was a favourite landing point for tigers that swam over from Johor with Pulau Ubin providing a convenient resting spot.

Changi Beach Park is also infamous for an event that took place during World War II. The Sook Ching massacre site where the execution of civilians took place in February 1942 is marked by a simple plaque along the beachfront.

Changi Beach Massacre Plaque

A plaque along the beachfront serves as a reminder of this dark past.

Marker for Sook Ching Massacre at Changi Beach Park
Previous plaque at Changi Beach.

The current signboard replaced an older plaque.

Signboard at Changi Beach Park

Next to the it, there is another plaque that describes a British outpost that was once found here. 


Exploring Changi Beach Park

A favourite activity at the southern end of Changi Beach Park is to watch the planes flying in toward Changi Airport.

Plane Spotting, Changi Beach Park

You can watch as they come jetting in from offshore, making the final descent toward the airport’s runaway.

Fishing Promenade at Changi Beach Park

A good spot to watch them coming in along the fishing promenade.

BBQ Pits

Another popular activity is having a barbecue it the park and there are bbq pits located all throughout the park

Bicycles are a great way to explore Changi Beach Park and its surrounds. They can be hired from the GoCycling bike kiosk.

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One of the sights at Changi Beach Park is the Inscription of the Island, a popular photo spot to visit.

Hornbills at Changi Beach Park

Also keep your eyes out for hornbills who often frequent Changi Beach Park.

Changi Beach Park is part of the Eastern Coastal Loop of the Park Connector Network. From Changi Beach Park, it is possible to cycle to Pasir Ris Park via the Loyang Park Connector or by the (very long) Coastal Park Connector to reach East Coast Park.

Restaurant at Changi Beach Park

Those looking for grab can chill out at The Sea Grill by Cheval Group. This F&B establishment in the park serves up western food such as grilled meats and seafood.

Nearby, there are also plenty of other dining options at Changi Village.

Island Brewery

Besides the food centre, one spot to check out, especially if you are into grilled meats and beer, is Little Island Brewing Co, a microbrewery and smokehouse restaurant.


More Things to Do Around Changi Beach Park

Looking to explore beyond Changi Beach Park?

Changi Bay Point: Look Out Over the Water

One popular spot that you can ride or hike to is Changi Bay Point. It is accessible from the eastern (quieter) end of the park.

Another place is Changi Village, which is bit of a hipster hive. Get your café fix at spots such as Chock Full of Beans.

The Coastal Settlement

Prepared to venture further? Try The Coastal Settlement for a laid back vibe.

Changi Boardwalk

The Changi Boardwalk offers awesome waterfront views. Starting from the Changi Ferry Point Terminal, you can enjoy a boardwalk, accompanied by the sound of lapping waves, at your leisure.

Furthermore, there are a slew of hotels around and close to Changi Village. These include the Village Hotel Changi and Changi Cove. What’s more, those in the public service can make a booking at CSC at Changi where accommodation choices range from Superior Suites to Premier Villas. Changi staycation, anyone?

Of course, Changi Beach Park and Changi Village is close to the jetty which takes you to Pulau Ubin, which is a whole other adventure!

READ: Taking a Through Different Landscapes along the Changi Point Coastal Boardwalk

READ: Visiting Chek Jawa, the Nature Reserve at Pulau Ubin


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