If you’ve just arrived in Singapore and haven’t decided on owning or leasing a car, car rental can be a good start; you’ll soon see how convenient it is to be behind the wheel.
Keng Soon Auto has a fleet of well-maintained vehicles (sedans, SUVs, MPVs and prestige cars) to choose from, that you can lease throughout your stay here. Their hassle-free rental means you don’t have to worry about COE (Certificate of Entitlement), permits, taxes, maintenance or insurance.
Below are just a few ideas for places to visit on your driving adventure!
CONEY ISLAND
Beside Punggol Promenade Nature Walk | nparks.gov.sg
Opened for two years now, Coney Island is an ecologically sustainable park that focuses on conserving energy and water, and recycling and retaining the natural environment. The park is home to 80 species birds and a relatively pristine beach.
Pit Stop: Try The Punggol Settlement next to the island, or drive to the nearby Seletar Aerospace Park for trendy dining at The Oval.
SUNGEI BULOH WETLAND RESERVE
301 Neo Tiew Crescent | sbwr.org.sg
If you’ve not visited Sungei Buloh’s mangroves, migratory birds and monitor lizards for a while, you should; not only because new trails and features been added in recent years but also because crocodile sightings are up in recent months!
Pit Stop: Head to nearby Bistro Gardenasia, which is a peaceful place for a bite (and pet-friendly!)
THOW KWANG POTTERY JUNGLE
85 Lorong Tawas, off Jalan Bahar | thowkang.com.sg
This charming spot in Jurong boasts a huge range of ceramics, from pots and lamps, to tableware and more, or you can attend a ceramic pottery workshop (there’s one on 31 January), or marvel at the historic dragon kiln.
Pit Stop: Drive east to The Grandstand and the popular PasarBella Farmer’s Market, with eating options galore.
KRANJI COUNTRYSIDE
Most of Singapore’s farms are here, and you can learn plenty about agriculture and food production on the island with visits to Hay Dairies and Bollywood Veggies. There are samples to try and take home, too.
Pit Stop: Head to Poison Ivy Café at Bollywood Veggies for arguably Singapore’s prettiest nasi lemak.
CHANGI HIGHLIGHTS
changimuseum.sg – nparks.gov.sg
Visit the Changi Museum and Chapel, which documents the significant events of World War II through artefacts and displays; stroll along Changi Boardwalk as the sun is setting (some refurbs are currently underway); or park at the Changi Ferry Terminal for the bum-boat ride across to Pulau Ubin.
Pit Stop: Any of the stalls in the Changi Village Market and Food Centre.
AIR FORCE MUSEUM
400 Airport Road, Paya Lebar Airbase | mindef.gov.sg/rsaf
This museum showcases the operations of the Royal Singapore Air Force across nine different galleries, and will appeal to everyone from children to plane enthusiasts and military buffs.
Pit Stop: Bring snacks, or drive down Jalan Eunos to East Coast Park for seafood!
Keng Soon Auto is at 104 Prinsep Street, #01-00 Keng Soon Credit Building 6337 7533 | kengsoonauto.com
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This article first appeared in the January 2018 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase a copy or subscribe so you never miss an issue!
