Punggol is a town and planning area located in the northeastern part of Singapore. Situated between the Straits of Johor to the north and Sengkang to the south, Punggol was once a fishing village predominantly occupied by Malay settlers.

Punggol is famous for transforming what was originally a rural area into a modern and lively town. This town is also famous for its picturesque landscape and waterfront living. Situated along the scenic Punggol Waterway, this town offers a peaceful environment with walking trails, beautiful views, and parks.

Not only that, this town is known to incorporate various technologies and initiatives to create a sustainable and innovative living environment. Punggol is able to showcase Singapore's efforts in making eco-friendly initiatives, making it an ideal place to visit.

With its diverse population, Punggol offers a wide array of snacks and dishes to tantalize your taste buds. Amidst this gastronomic diversity, seafood takes center stage as Punggol's food specialty. Abundant with restaurants showcasing a range of seafood creations, the local cuisine is notably distinguished by its Asian flair. Crab with assorted sauces is a recommended dish in Punggol.

Apart from that, you can find other Asian and Western dishes, such as rong hua bak kut teh soup that warms your throat, various Korean foods, a wide variety of Chinese food, pizza, fish and chips, and burgers.

Punggol is a small town, but you can do various activities here. One way to have fun in Punggol is to visit Punggol Container Park, a cozy hang-out spot located along the banks of Punggol Serangoon Reservoir with many cool attractions and restaurants.

Some activities to do in Punggol Container Park include going to Uncle Ringo’s Funfair, a carnival open every Thursday to Sunday evening, or prawn catching at Han Bin, which is open 24 hours and has an affordable price.

Apart from that, you can play various rides at Rink @ Punggol East, such as pedal go-karts and roller skates. For a delightful two-hour experience, the ticket price is around SGD 16 per person. However, if you want to ride a pedal go-kart, you have to add a fee of SGD 7.

While you're exploring mainland Punggol, don't miss the opportunity to visit Coney Island. You don't need to rent a boat or take a ferry. You just need a bicycle, or you can even walk via Punggol Promenade Nature Walk!

The distance from Changi to Punggol is only about 15 kilometers. Thus, getting to Punggol from Changi is easy, and you can choose between driving, hopping into a taxi, or using the MRT. If you choose to drive a car or ride a taxi from Changi to Punggol, you only need approximately 17 minutes. Another option to get to Punggol from Changi is to use the MRT. It only takes approximately 14 minutes from Changi to Punggol if you take the MRT.