{"id":11645,"date":"2021-02-12T12:00:58","date_gmt":"2021-02-12T04:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.carro.sg\/?p=11645"},"modified":"2025-11-18T17:55:19","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T09:55:19","slug":"14-spots-with-free-parking-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/14-spots-with-free-parking-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Spots with Free Parking 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Driving can be a rage-inducing activity. But there\u2019s something more painful than someone\u2019s bad driving or parking skills. The parking fees!\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Singapore, being one of the most expensive cities to live in, is not spared from high parking fees. As a land-scarce city-state, it's easy to see why our dreaded parking fees can jump up to a whopping $8.56 per hour! While it is understandably expensive, it doesn\u2019t soften the brutal blow to our wallet. With parking fees <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.todayonline.com\/singapore\/hdb-ura-car-park-rates-go-dec-1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rising<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.straitstimes.com\/singapore\/education\/parking-fees-for-teachers-to-kick-in-from-august\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fewer parking concessions<\/span><\/a> available<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, parking is now more of a headache than before.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, that doesn\u2019t mean you should resort to parking illegally! We highly discourage you to do so as it\u2019s simply not worth it. Our vigilant traffic police will slap you with parking fines faster than you can say \u201cThis will be quick\u201d. <\/span>\r\n<h2>Please Don't Park Illegally...<\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.straitstimes.com\/singapore\/courts-crime\/man-fined-7000-for-failing-to-pay-660-for-parking-offences\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">one 'lucky' driver was fined a hefty $660 for their parking offences<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in 2016 alone! <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While these cases are unusual, it doesn\u2019t pay to park illegally. With the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.todayonline.com\/singapore\/higher-fines-parking-offences-july-hdb-ura\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recent increase in parking fines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it\u2019s better to avoid illegally parking altogether. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what should we do to avoid paying an arm and leg for parking? <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ll let you in on our driving secret you probably are aware of; free parking! <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, free parking is not a myth! And don\u2019t worry, there are no strings attached as these spots have ALL DAY free parking! That\u2019s right, you can leave your car at your parking spot without constantly watching the clock or counting the minutes. So where are these elusive areas? Continue reading to find out!<\/span>\r\n<h2><b>Central<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s never a reason not to frequent the central part of Singapore. With the shopping district in Orchard and great food haunts in Tiong Bahru, you definitely spend more time in the central district than you think!\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But it's also notorious for being one of the most expensive areas to park your car. Think of Orchard and Shenton Way. You may be in for a good time but your wallet will not! <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t worry, though! You\u2019ll be able to dodge those high parking fees easily with our cheatsheet of free parking spots.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<strong>Hotel Re!\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you read that right, a hotel! As unlikely as it may seem, Hotel Re! does, in fact, offer free parking<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">it's definitely free! But of course, you do need to be a patron. But it's not as bad as it may seem when you consider other hotels usually charge their patrons for parking.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<strong>Memories at Old Ford Factory (MOFF) - Bukit Timah<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Right in the prime area of Bukit Timah, you\u2019ll get to enjoy a historical experience along with free parking.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<strong>The Grandstand<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where the intense fervour of horse racing used to engulf the area, it\u2019s now a family-friendly recreation area. Drive in to enjoy their endless swathes of parking spots, all readily available! And if you fancy a leisurely grocery run, HAO Megamart is also located here!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<strong>Adam Road Medical Centre<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in the vicinity of the Bukit Timah strip of malls you\u2019ll get to stroll past Crown Centre, King\u2019s Arcade and Coronation Plaza! You\u2019ll enjoy the fast-food fare such as KFC, Dominos, Pizza Hut and even Starbucks! <\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if you\u2019re hankering for healthy vegetarian meals, Good Burger, is conveniently parked at Coronation Plaza too!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<strong>West Coast Park\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A great recreational area, the \"Play Centre in the West\", has a ton of things to do! With the adventure playground, barbecue pit, camping spots, bird watching and kite flying, it\u2019s a fun family adventure for all! And its all-day free parking just makes it sweeter.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<strong>The Rail Mall\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12573\" src=\"https:\/\/carro.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/the-rail-mall-1024x489-1.png\" alt=\"free parking at the rail mall\" width=\"1024\" height=\"489\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/the-rail-mall-1024x489-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/the-rail-mall-1024x489-1-300x143.png 300w, https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/the-rail-mall-1024x489-1-768x367.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With its unique architecture, it\u2019s a great place for the family to spend the weekend! With a large selection of restaurants and shops, you\u2019ll be spoilt for gourmet and parking choices!\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">South<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<strong>Sentosa \u2013 Costa Sands Resort<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re all familiar with our favourite offshore island, but not their free parking! With their daily free parking, visiting this Sentosa is now easier than ever, especially for our wallet.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">East<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The famous cuisines numerous tuition centres in the East means parking is a limited resource that you\u2019ll be competing with plenty of people with. But giving other drivers the side-eye for stealing your spot ends today with our list of all-day parking! What's more, you won't have to spend a single cent!\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<strong>Changi Chapel and Museum<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Immerse yourself in the sombre atmosphere and history when you explore the horrors of World War 2. Spending the day to trace our history is a great idea, especially when parking is free!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<strong>Marina Bay Golf Course (MBGC)<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For golfers out there, this could be a good spot for you! With golf balls for cheap and plenty of space in this 3 storey building, spending the whole day there will be a painless experience!\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<strong>Pasir Ris Park - Carpark d<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A great recreational area with lush vegetation to appreciate, it's a great opportunity for a family day with the kids! As there\u2019s never enough family spots with free parking, take note of this hotspot to plan a future excursion!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<strong>Ikea, Giant Hypermarket &amp; Courts Megastore At Tampines Retail Park<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re in need of household appliances, furniture and groceries, this is the ultimate place to go! With free all-day parking, you\u2019ll have time to catch a break from shopping by grabbing a quick meal at IKEA!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-11647 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/carro.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/tampines-retail-park.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"472\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/tampines-retail-park.jpg 630w, https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/tampines-retail-park-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">North<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<strong>Orchid Country Club (OCC)\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you happen to need parking and pass by Orchid country club, remember to take advantage of its free parking!\u00a0<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">West<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The west is now more vibrant than ever with malls rivalling the orchard shopping belt! Spending the day at Westgate, Jem, IMM and Jcube is a great way to spend the weekend, but no money on your cash card! Instead, try these spots! However, do remember to avoid these spots during peak hours.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<strong>Japanese Garden<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take in the picturesque scenes at Japanese Gardens! With the Japanese teahouse and pond, floral show garden, terraced water gardens, resthouse with moss and fern garden and the flowering trees collection, it\u2019ll be a great day to reconnect with nature and appreciate flora and fauna. However, it closes until 2022 so save this spot for next year!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<strong>Sungei Buloh Wetland<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-11648 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/carro.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/wetland-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1020\" height=\"574\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/wetland-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/wetland-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/wetland-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/wetland-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/wetland-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As Singapore's first ASEAN Heritage Park,\u00a0 you\u2019ll get to explore nature, unlike the other parks! Travess the wooden bridges as you appreciate one of our remaining wetlands and its biodiversity. And with free parking, you\u2019ll get to explore at your own time!\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12574\" src=\"https:\/\/carro.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/hdb-parking-1.jpeg\" alt=\"free parking at HDBs\" width=\"1000\" height=\"524\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/hdb-parking-1.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/hdb-parking-1-300x157.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/hdb-parking-1-768x402.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t forget the ol\u2019 reliable HDB estate parking spots! Free from 7.00 am to 10.30 pm on Sundays and Public Holidays, the sheer amount of HDB parking spots will save you when you\u2019re in a pinch!\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\nKnow anymore hidden gems with free parking? Let us know in the comments below.\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/carro.sg?utm_source=carro-blog&amp;utm_medium=blogpost&amp;utm_campaign=14-spots-with-free-parking-2021&amp;utm_content=buy-blog-banner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12553\" src=\"https:\/\/carro.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/080321_BlogBanners_R1_B2C_970x250-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"970\" height=\"250\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/080321_BlogBanners_R1_B2C_970x250-1.png 970w, https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/080321_BlogBanners_R1_B2C_970x250-1-300x77.png 300w, https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/080321_BlogBanners_R1_B2C_970x250-1-768x198.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 970px) 100vw, 970px\" \/><\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Driving can be a rage-inducing activity. 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