I had the opportunity to visit Singapore recently and visit my friend who lives there. I came away very impressed with the city. If you have a chance to visit the country, by all means take it. During my trip I took a mini trip to the edge of town to visit a labyrinth ! Here is what I found:

Trip #1 - The Tampines Maze Garden

Location:

Block 945 Tampines Ave 4
Singapore 520945
Singapore

How to get there: Take the MRT to the Tampines Stop which is served by both the East-West Green Line (stop EW2) or the Downtown Blue Line (stop DT32). When you get off the train check the locality map which I have added the Maze Garden to (in red and blue). Depending on which train you take, your exit and street will change. Either trains exit is a quick 10 minute walk to the corner of Tampines Avenue 4 and 5.

Once there you will walk up a few steps and immediately see the labyrinth in front of you. As you can see below it is surrounded by blue benches. This circular labyrinth has pathways of concrete with walls made from grass and is surrounded by bricks.

The odd thing is it is not really a labyrinth - the pathways on every other ring do not have turnback’s - so you can actually choose the direction you move in. Here is a close-up to show you. Notice above the first normal turnback the anomaly:

The Tampines Maze Garden Labyrinth closeup

What I did not expect to find at the location were 2 hedge mazes, one on each side of the labyrinth running parallel to the avenues. Here are 2 pics of each.

Tampines Hedge maze

Overall it was a nice little trip. I enjoyed the hedge maze even though it was not difficult for an adult with short hedges !

I thought my maze visits were over until I was sightseeing downtown and stumbled upon another Maze !

Trip #2 - The Youth Olympic Park

Location: Next to the Helix Bridge

Raffles Avenue
Singapore 039805
Singapore

I was checking out the Helix Bridge (a must see with great views of the Bay) when I came across the Youth Olympic Park. Here you will find wide pathways separated by hedges and statues, and you guessed it, you are in a maze ! The coolest part is it was designed by two 11 year-olds in a contest as told by this plaque in the park:

Here a some photos of the maze, one from inside it, and the other from above on the pathway leading to the Helix bridge.

The Youth Olympic Park Maze

The Youth Olympic Park Maze from above

And from this spot you are just a few steps from the Helix Bridge and some wonderful views. I could post 20 pictures here but I’ll just do 1 to give you a taste of the spot, the initial view you’ll see as you walk up (and I think it gets better!).

So if you are a maze or labyrinth enthusiast and you are in Singapore, you have options for a few little adventures !

I had more Maze adventures in Asia:

Visiting Labyrinths in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Visiting a Garden Maze in Taipei

Did you know that Florida has over 150 labyrinths around the state ? Labyrinths make a great meditative experience, so I have selected 11 of the best labyrinths from around the state, focusing on large population areas. Hopefully one is near you and you can make a visit. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder.

Why visit a Labyrinth ?

Labyrinths are ancient and mysterious symbols that have been used for centuries for meditation, contemplation, and spiritual renewal. They are also a lot of fun to explore! If you're looking for a unique and challenging experience, walk a labyrinth with intention - it often leads to self-discovery. Personally, I like to walk labyrinths between dawn and sunrise or at sunset until dusk, but any time of day works. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…

11 Labyrinths to Visit in florida

1. University of North Florida Healing Garden Labyrinth

This 8 circuit labyrinth is located within the building 39 Healing Garden courtyard and is made of brick/pavers. You can read about the dedication ceremony on the UNF site.

Location: Jacksonville, Florida

Address:

1 UNF Drive
Jacksonville, Florida 32224

2. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami Labyrinth

A classical labyrinth made from rocks that is 75 feet in diameter.

Location: Miami, Florida

Address:

7701 SW 76th Avenue
Miami, Florida 33143

3. Unitarian Universalist Church of Tampa Labyrinth

I have a soft spot for any labyrinth that has a photo gallery showing it being constructed. This 7 circuit Cretan labyrinth is made of bricks/pavers.

Location: Tampa, Florida

Address:
11400 Morris Bridge Road
Tampa, Florida 33637

4. First Unitarian Church of Orlando Labyrinth

This brick labyrinth is in a Santa Rosa pattern.

Location: Orlando, Florida

Address:

1901 East Robinson Street
Orlando, Florida 32803

BONUS: Also in Orlando is the Colonialtown Square Park Labyrinth dedicated to the victims of the Pulse Nightclub shooting.

5. The Salvador Dali Museum Labyrinth

A museum dedicated to Salvador Dali ! This contemporary hedge labyrinth is available to walk during museum hours as long as there is not a private event. You can plan your visit to the museum on the museum website.

Location: St. Petersburg, Florida

Address:

One Dali Place
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701

Lakewood is home to many interesting labyrinths, including public ones at Phillips United Methodist Church, St. Joseph Episcopal Church, and Mile Hi Church.

6. Hope Hospice House Labyrinth

Located directly behind the Hope Hospice House, this contemporary labyrinth is open to the public. Read a short description of the labyrinth on the Hope Hospice site.

Location: Cape Coral, Florida

Address:
2430 Diplomat Parkway E
Cape Coral, Florida 33909

7. Unity of Naples Labyrinth

This 7 circuit labyrinth is unique because the walls that create the pathways are made from seashells ! To see a photo of this labyrinth and other nearby labyrinths check out this blog post from the natural awakenings website.

Location: Naples, Florida

Address:

2000 Unity Way
Naples, Florida 34112

8. First Congregational UCC Labyrinth

While most labyrinths are in a Chartres style, this one is an 11 circuit octagonal labyrinth based off of the Amiens Cathedral design. The surface of the labyrinth is made from rubber. It has it’s own very detailed webpage where you can learn tips on walking the labyrinth. My favorite is the 5R Journey: Remember, Release, Receive, Return, Reflect.

Location: Sarasota, Florida

Address:

1031 South Euclid Ave
Sarasota, Florida 34237

9. Florida State University Labyrinth

I love a good time lapse video of things being built !

This large 4 circuit labyrinth is located between the College of Medicine and the Psychology building. You can read about the labyrinth on it’s own webpage which includes this important information; “Anyone is welcome to walk the labyrinth at any time; there is a plaque with suggestions for walking located at the labyrinth entrance. For groups that would like a more focused experience, the Spiritual Life Project at FSU can provide a facilitator who will give context, engage the group in walking the labyrinth, and facilitate a debrief.’

Location: Tallahassee, Florida

Address:

1111 West Call Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32304

10. Holy Spirit Old Catholic Church Labyrinth

A 5 circuit labyrinth made of bricks/pavers is located at the main entrance of the parish chapel. It has it’s own webpage that gives suggestions on how to walk the labyrinth. It also has a wonderful picture where the shadow of the chapel aligns so the cross is in the center of the labyrinth !

Location: Safety Harbor, Florida

Address:

3265 State Road 580
Safety Harbor, Florida 34698

11. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Boca Raton Labyrinth

A classical 7 circuit labyrinth made of stones and gravel. It is open to public to walk at their own risk. Read about the labyrinth on it’s webpage including how to schedule a group walk !

Location: Boca Raton, Florida

Address:

2601 St. Andrews Blvd.
Boca Raton, Florida 33434-3607

BONUS: A video showing the Fregeau Labyrinth at the Duncan Center in Delray Beach, Florida. You can find additional information about this labyrinth on the Duncan Center website.

5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH

Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.
Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.
Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.
Be respectful of other visitors. This includes not making noise and being respectful if walking with other people.

5 BOOKS TO READ ABOUT LABYRINTH WALKING

I wrote a blog post reviewing the following 5 books, each that deals with walking labyrinths. You can check them out yourself at the Amazon links below or read this blog post: 5 Books about the Spiritual Aspect of Labyrinths to learn a little about what each book teaches.

Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN
Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN
Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN
Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN
Labyrinths from the Outside In: Walking to Spiritual Insight by Rev Dr Donna Schaper and Rev Dr Carole Ann Camp 187 pages AMZN

If you are interested in more spiritual labyrinth aspects I suggest the following websites:

Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.
Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress
Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation

I am a maze artist and have made a few mazes of places in Florida:

Epcot Center Spaceship Earth Maze

Key West Southernmost Point Maze

Bok Tower Gardens Maze

Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse Maze

The Orange Shop Sign Maze