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UTown @ NUS – Food, Green Space, and Chill Vibes in One Student Village

UTown @ NUS – Food, Green Space, and Chill Vibes in One Student Village

University Town (UTown) is NUS’s student lifestyle hub — a self-contained mini-campus with study spots, eateries, gardens, and play areas that feel more like a public park than a school zone.

(CC24) Kent Ridge

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36 College Avenue East, Singapore 138600

UTown @ NUS – Food, Green Space, and Chill Vibes in One Student Village

UTown @ NUS – Food, Green Space, and Chill Vibes in One Student Village University Town (UTown) is NUS’s student lifestyle hub — a self-contained mini-campus with study spots, eateries, gardens, and play areas that feel more like a public park than a school zone.


Why visit	UTown is open to the public and offers a peaceful, open-air environment perfect for studying, relaxing with kids, or grabbing a bite. With its spacious green areas, air-conditioned food court, cafes, and even a children’s playground, it’s a hidden gem for both students and visitors alike.
What to eat	• Fine Food food court – halal and non-halal stalls offering Japanese dons, Thai noodles, chicken rice, mala xiang guo, ban mian, Western, and more • Flavours @ UTown – mixed rice, Indian vegetarian, and Korean sets • Reedz Cafe – pastas, sandwiches, and good coffee • SuperSnack – grab-and-go hotdogs, buns, and bubble tea
Average spend	Meals range from $4–$8. Most vendors accept cash, NETS, and NUS e-payment apps.
Family-friendly	Yes! There’s a small playground near Education Resource Centre (ERC), wide sheltered walkways for strollers, and a lawn where kids can run around freely. Seating is mostly sheltered and air-conditioned.
Opening hours	Daily: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM (some stalls close by 7:30 PM)
Parent tips	• Quiet in the mornings — perfect for early walks or outdoor reading • Great space to burn time before or after Science Park, Kent Ridge, or NUH visits • Playground is best for toddlers to preschoolers
Getting there	MRT: Kent Ridge MRT (CC24) – 12-min walk via NUS internal shuttle Bus: Internal buses (D1, D2) or public buses 196, 95 TADA: Direct drop-off at UTown via Clementi Road. Use code TOTMEI: TADA Referral Link
💡 Extra savings & rewards	• Walk the scenic UTown-Kent Ridge route and earn steps with Sweatcoin • Grab drinks/snacks from Cheers or FairPrice nearby and stack cashback with ShopBack
Address	NUS University Town (UTown), 36 College Avenue East, Singapore 138600

🎒 Tip: Whether you're here to study, chill, or let the kids roam, UTown offers fresh air, affordable food, and relaxed vibes. Ride with TADA, walk with Sweatcoin, and save with ShopBack. 🏞️🍜🛝

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