Coney Island

Overview

Coney Island Park (Pulau Serangoon) is a 50-hectare island park off Punggol Point in northeast Singapore, connected by two bridges. With casuarina-lined beaches, secondary woodland, and the ruins of colonial bungalows, it offers a rustic escape from the city within MRT distance.

Highlights

• Wild Beaches: 2 km of natural sandy shoreline facing the Johor Strait.
• Wildlife: Over 80 bird species recorded, including the nationally endangered stork-billed kingfisher.
• Kampong Ruins: Remnants of the Haw Par Villa of the East — a cottage once owned by the Aw family.

History

Named Pulau Serangoon by its Malay inhabitants, the island was privately owned until the government acquired it in 2001. It was renamed Coney Island (after its resemblance to the New York locale) and opened as a nature park in 2015.

Visitor Tips

• Bring water and sunscreen: There are no shops on the island.
• Cycle in from Punggol: Rent a bicycle at Punggol Point and ride across the western bridge.
• Duration: 1.5–2 hours.