This is your Singapore travel guide for all things Singapore museums. This Singapore museum guide lists out all major (and some small+private) museums across the Merlion City. They are organized by location, but if you prefer to search by the type of museum, you can Control+F keywords like “history” “children’s museum” “interactive” “religion” “culture” “military” and/or “art”, and more. Make the most of a rainy day or to escape the heat by visiting a Singapore museum or two!
Some things to note about this blog post regarding Singapore museums…
- Pricing: All prices are listed for adults tickets in Singaporean Dollars unless otherwise indicated. It’s worth noting that many places offer children, senior, student rated tickets, family packages, and SG citizen/PR rates. Some places offer free entry for young children under a certain age.
- Reservations: 17 of the 49 Singapore museums on this list are completely free for foreigners – other Singapore museums/exhibits (9 on this list) require a time slot reservation via an online booking (same day availability is unlikely), i.e. the Future World Exhibit at the ArtScience Museum. Some establishments require you to book a tour online ahead of time, if you’d like to take a guided tour, assuming you have enough pax to satisfy the minimum requirement – always check the official website!
- Hours: Many Singapore museums are closed on Mondays and/or on Public Holidays. All hours are indicated here as well. Some places have occasional maintenance and cleaning closures, especially some art galleries who rotate through exhibits seasonally. Please note that the day’s final admission to most walk-in Singapore museums is 30 minutes to an hour before closing time. It is always a good idea to check the respective Singapore museum’s homepage to ensure that the exhibit you’d like to see is open during your stay.
- Closures: Finally, the Maritime Experimental Museum has been closed since 2020. The World of Birdnest Museum and the Chinatown Heritage Centre have been temporarily closed for several years now. I wanted to include this, as these Singapore museums still appear in Google searches. The Malay Heritage Centre is also temporarily closed for renovations and is planned to reopen in late 2025, however, you can check out a Malay History exhibit at the Indian Heritage Centre.
Feel free to use this Table of Contents to jump around by location:
- Downtown (#1-#15)
- Little India (#16-#18)
- Kampong Glam (#19-#20)
- Orchard/Botanic Gardens (#21-#23)
- Chinatown (#24-#28)
- Southern Singapore (#29-#35)
- Sentosa Island (#36-#38)
- Bukit Batok (#39)
- Jurong East & West (#40-#42)
- Eastern Singapore: Geylang and beyond (#43-#47)
- Central & Northern Singapore (#48-#49)
1. The National Museum of Singapore
π93 Stamford Road (Downtown)
ποΈ Open daily 10am-7pm
ποΈ $15 for adults
ποΈ Singaporean History, Virtual Gallery, Photography
The National Museum of Singapore is the place to learn about Singaporean history, from ancient eras to contemporary times. Each exhibit hall is interactive and immersive, especially the Story of the Forest virtual gallery (as seen above)! There are temporary exhibits and museum tours are available as well. This Singapore Museum is a must for all history buffs and it’s also great for kids.
2. National Gallery Singapore
π St. Andrew’s Road (Downtown)
ποΈ Open daily 10am-7pm
ποΈ $30 for the All Access Pass
ποΈ Art Gallery
The National Gallery Singapore offers a variety of temporary exhibits as well as on-going exhibitions. Workshops, classes, and interactive experiences are also offered to kids and adults. This Singapore museum is free to enter if you are here just to take your artsy instagram shots.
3. The Peranakan Museum
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π 39 Armenian Street (Downtown)
ποΈ Open daily 10am-7pm, open until 9pm on Fridays
ποΈ S$16 for the All Access Pass
ποΈ History & Culture: Ceramics, Fashion, Jewellery, Textiles and more!
The Peranakan Museum is not only unique from the outside, but oh so colorful inside. If you never heard of the Peranakans and their significance in Singapore today, go ahead and enjoy this Singapore museum.
4. Children’s Museum Singapore (FKA Singapore Philatelic Museum)
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π 23-B Coleman Street (Downtown)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Sunday, 9am-5:45pm (closed for cleaning daily: 12:45pm-2pm): closed on Mondays
ποΈ S$15 for adults, S10 for children, family packages offered; time slot reservation required!
ποΈ Children’s Museum
From seasonal exhibits to more permanent ones, this Singapore museum is great at any time a year. If you are visiting Singapore with your young children, the Children’s Museum Singapore is great for a rainy day.
5. MINT Museum of Toys
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π 26 Seah Street (Downtown)
ποΈ Open daily 9:30am-6:30pm
ποΈ S$30 for adults, S$20 for children; time slot reservation required
ποΈ History of toys, Children’s Museum
This Singapore museum displays toys from over 40 countries, ranging from 1840s-1980s! You are also able to book your ticket with a complimentary 15-minute guided tour. Workshops as well as wine events are available!
6. STPI Creative Workshop and Gallery
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π 41 Robertson Quay (Downtown)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-7pm, closes at 5pm on Sundays; closed on Mondays (also closed occasionally during the week for new exhibits)
ποΈ Free!
ποΈ Art Gallery
The STPI Creative Workshop & Gallery is a small but mighty gallery featuring artists from all over the world. This Singapore museum is more than just a gallery, as the title suggests; you are able to see the workspace where the artists bring their creativity to light.
7. Mulan Gallery
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π 36 Armenian St, #01-07 (Downtown)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Saturday 11:30am-18:30pm, closed on Mondays & all Public Holidays
ποΈ Prices not listed – it is best to call or WhatsApp them before your visit about price inquiry.
ποΈ Contemporary Fine Art
Featuring ceramics, paintings, and statues, this Singapore museum prides themselves in displaying local artwork. All details regarding exhibitions and pieces are listed on their website.
8. Asian Civilizations Museum
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π 1 Empress Place (Downtown)
ποΈ Open Daily 10am-7pm
ποΈΒ S$25 for the All Access Pass
ποΈ History & Culture: Religions, Rituals, Trade, Art, Fashion, Jewellery, Textiles
The Asian Civilizations Museum is a deep dive into many facets of ancient cultures across Asia. Tours, lectures, and seminars are also offered. This Singapore Museum is great if you love to get up close with artifacts.
9. Civil Defence Heritage Gallery (SCDF) & Emergency Preparedness Centre (EPC)
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π 62 Hill Street (Downtown at the Central Fire Station)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Sunday 9am-5pm, closed on Mondays & Public Holidays
ποΈ Free! (EPC requires reservation, SCDF accepts walk-ins)
ποΈ Fire Rescue, Civil Defence, History
Located at the iconic Central Fire Station, this Singapore museum(s) is great for kids as it showcases rescue/firefighting technology. There is also a virtual tour available. The gallery has vintage firetrucks and other immersive exhibits!
10. Fort Canning Heritage Gallery & Spice Gallery
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π Fort Canning Park (Downtown)
ποΈ Heritage Gallery is open daily 10am-6pm (closed on last Monday of the month)
ποΈ Spice Gallery is open daily 7am-7pm (closed on last Tuesday of the month)
ποΈ Both are free!
ποΈ History & Nature
Fort Canning Park offers two free galleries! The Heritage Gallery outlines the hill’s rule by five Malay Kings, while the Spice Gallery highlights Singapore’s significance in trade throughout history. Fort Canning Park itself has a number of historical sites throughout the park such as soldiers’ quarters and the battlebox. This Singapore museum(s) is a lesser known part of Fort Canning Park!
11. The ArtScience Museum
π 6 Bayfront Avenue (Downtown, across from the Marina Bay Sands)
ποΈ Open daily 10am-7pm
ποΈ Price varies by exhibition; S$30 for Future World, S$48 for an all access pass (time slot reservation is required for Future World)
ποΈ Interactive Art
The ArtScience Museum is a must when visiting Singapore. This Singapore museum is best known for its kid-friendly Future World exhibit where you can interact with light displays and scan in your doodles. It is also home to the famous walk-through light hall. You are able to enter the museum without tickets if you’d like to check out their atrium (escape the heat) and shop for gifts. Its other exhibits are always changing and geared towards adults.
12. Red Dot Design Museum
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π 11 Marina Boulevard (near the MBS Promenade)
ποΈ Open daily: Monday-Friday 11am-7pm, opens at 10am on Saturday & Sunday
ποΈ S$12
ποΈ Consumer Goods Design
This one of a kind Singapore museum is a gallery of modern design that shows off unique everyday items. Its large collection consists of over 500 pieces! The cafe even offers local baked goods to enjoy. There’s none like it in Singapore and truly one of a kind!
13. Singapore Maritime Gallery
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π 31 Marina Coastal Drive, Level 2 (Cruise Ship Port Southwest of Gardens by the Bay)
ποΈ Open Tuesdays-Sundays 9am-6pm; closed on Mondays, except if that Monday falls on a Public Holiday
ποΈ Free!
ποΈ Maritime History & Technology
This Singapore museum highlights Singaporean Maritime history and modern technologies. Guided tours are offered! This Singapore hidden gem is overlooked by many tourists.
14. Singapore Sports Museum
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π6 Stadium Walk (Downtown near the National Stadium)
ποΈ Open daily: Monday-Friday 10am-8pm & Weekends/Eve of PH & PH 10am-9pm
ποΈ S$10
ποΈ Sports
Love sports? Take a step into Singapore’s first sports museum to learn about Singaporean athletes through a variety of artifacts. Its many exhibits include a hall of fame and a timeline of achieving “the dream”. This Singapore museum is truly underrated! It is colocated with the Shimano Cycling World.
15. Shimano Cycling World
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π6 Stadium Walk (Downtown near the National Stadium)
ποΈ Open daily: Monday-Friday 10am-8pm & Weekends/Eve of PH & PH 10am-9pm
ποΈ Free!
ποΈ Niche Museums, Sports
Shimano Cycling World is colocated with the Singapore Sports Museum. This Singapore museum, however, is more than just looking at artifacts behind a display case; you can actually look and interact with vintage bicycles! This place is especially cool for anyone new to Singapore or any locals wanting to take up biking, as you will find biking routes and connectors at this museum! It is located next to the Singapore Sports Museum.
BONUS! The Grande Whisky Museum
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π3 Temasek Boulevard #01-455, Tower 5 Suntec City
ποΈ Open daily 11am-9pm but reservations are required
ποΈ Tastings and Tours start at S$88
ποΈ Niche Museums, Alcohol
Not only Asia’s first rare whisky museum, but also the world’s largest collection of rare and vintage whiskies, this Singapore museum is located inside Suntec City. All tours and experiences are for those 18 and older and last about 60 minutes. They also offer special events for happenings such as the Singapore Grand Prix as well as group bookings.
16. Indian Heritage Centre
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π5 Campbell Lane (Little India)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-6pm, closed on Mondays
ποΈ S$8 for adults
ποΈΒ Indian History & Culture
The Indian Heritage Centre rotates its exhibitions while also offering guided tours. It offers seasonal happenings during holidays like Diwali/Deepavali where workshops, demonstrations, fashion shows, and other activities are put on at this Singapore museum. It is currently hosting a Malaysian history exhibit as the Malay Heritage Centre is closed until late 2025 for renovations.
17. The Gem Musem
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π 9 Perak Road (Little India)
ποΈ OpenΒ Tuesday-Friday: 12pm-5pm, Saturday 11am-3pm, closed Sundays & Mondays
ποΈ Free, but reservation is required! Geode experiences have to be purchased and reserved online.
ποΈ Specialty Museum
Gem stone lover? The Gem Museum aims to educate others on the process of obtaining gems, from the mine to the storefront. Workshops such as kid’s shops, jewellery making, and gem appreciation is offered by this Singapore museum as well.
18. Singapore Mobility Gallery
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π 1 Hampshire Roadd, Block 1 Level 1 (Little India)
ποΈ Open Monday-Friday 9.30am-5pm, closed on Weekends & Public Holidays
ποΈ Free, but reservation is required
ποΈ Urban Planning, Public Transportation
Explore the seven zones and go behind the scenes of public transportation in Singapore. This Singapore museum also features Augmented and Virtual Reality.
19. Malaysian Heritage Centre
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π 85 Sultan Gate (Kampong Glam)
ποΈ Closed until late 2025.
ποΈ To Be Determined.
ποΈ Malay History & Culture
This Singapore museum is currently closed until the end of 2025 for major revamps! The Indian Heritage Centre is currently hosting a Malay History exhibit. You can also check out the Reflections at Bukit Chandu at Kent Ridge Park for WWII history and the Malay Regiment in Singapore. Stay tuned for updates.
20. Vintage Camera Museum
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π 8C Jalan Kledek (Kampong Glam)
ποΈ Open daily 11am-7pm
ποΈ S$20, tickets must be purchased online before your visit
ποΈ Specialty Museum
The Vintage Camera Museum is literally a camera, at least the entrance is! This Singapore museum is tiny but mighty; it features over 1000 vintage cameras!
21. Istana Heritage Gallery
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π 35 Orchard Road (at Istana Park)
ποΈ Open Thursday-Tuesday 10am-5pm, closed on Wednesdays
ποΈ Free!
ποΈ Singapore History: Colonialism to Singaporean President
This small Singapore museum gives you a glimpse of the Singaporean President’s residency. The gallery is also surrounded by some enchanting small gardens in true Singapore fashion. The real Istana is located just up the road between Central Expressway and Mount Emily.
22. SBG Heritage Museum & CDL Green Gallery
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π1 Cluny Road, inside the Botanic Gardens
ποΈ Open daily 9am-6pm; SBG closed every last Monday of the month, CDL closed every last Tuesday of the month
ποΈ Both are free!
ποΈ History, Nature, Interactive Exhibits
The SBG Heritage Museum details the history since the Botanic Garden’s founding in 1859 while the CDL Green Gallery is a sustainable building and an extension to the SBG. The CDL features rotating exhibits about botany. Both Singapore museums shine light on gardening, along with the Seed Bank and the Forest Discovery Centre @ OCBC Arboretum, also located at the Botanic Gardens.
23. Museum of Ice Cream
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π 100 Loewen Road (central Singapore, south of the Botanic Gardens)
ποΈ Open daily: Monday-Wednesday 10am-6pm & Thursday-Sunday 10am-9pm (time slot reservation is required regardless of the day)
ποΈ S$35 for weekday tickets, S$45 for weekend tickets (cashless museum)
ποΈ Ice Cream, Interactive/Hands-On Exhibits
This is the Museum of Ice Cream’s first location abroad, as it originated in the United States. If you are an ice cream lover, this Singapore museum is for you as you can enjoy unlimited ice cream; a fun way to spruce up dessert on a date night. Not only is this museum tasty, but its artsy backdrops makes for great instagrammable photos.
24. Kreta Ayer Heritage Gallery
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π 28 Kreta Ayer Road (Chinatown)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-6pm, closed on Mondays & Public Holidays
ποΈ Free!
ποΈ History & Performing Arts
The Kreta Ayer Heritage Gallery aims to preserve Chinese performing arts/opera house. This Singapore museum also showcases puppetry, tea appreciation, and calligraphy. Kreta Ayer Road played a significant role in Chinatown culture since the early 1900s!
25. Singapore Musical Box Museum
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π 168 Telok Ayer Street (Chinatown)
ποΈ Open daily 11am-5pm, closed on most Public Holidays
ποΈ S$20 (10% off when booking via Klook – reservation required)
ποΈ Niche History, Guided Tours
The Singapore Musical Box Museum is truly one of a kind; the only catch is that this Singapore museum is available via reserved tour only. The museum features over 40 musical boxes that highlight a blend between European and East Asian cultures. The courtyard also features a classical Chinese pavilion.
26. Fuk Tak Chi Museum
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π 76 Telok Ayer Street (Chinatown)
ποΈ Open daily 10am-10pm
ποΈ Free!
ποΈ Shrine, History, Culture
The Fuk Tak Chi Museum was once a temple built in 1825. It is now a small memorial that features miniatures; this Singapore museum is also part of Amoy Hotel.
27. Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
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π 288 South Bridge Road (Chinatown)
ποΈ Open daily 9am-5pm
ποΈ Free!
ποΈ Buddhism & History
This Chinatown icon is indeed free to visit! You will get to explore the many floors and rooms of this massive temple, to include to rooftop garden and rotating wheel. This Singapore museum is one of the most immersive! Please note the dress code requirements here.
28. Singapore City Gallery
π 45 Maxwell Road The URA Centre (Chinatown; next to Maxwell Hawker Centre)
ποΈ Open Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm, closed on Sundays
ποΈ Free!
ποΈ Architecture, City Planning, Sustainability, History
The Singapore City Gallery is an underrated experience in the City Centre. Not only free to enter and to see ALL exhibits, this Singapore museum has interactive displays that kids will love. One of the upstairs has a large 3D model rendering of the city centre (as seen above), another has historical maps of Singapore through time.
29. Hell’s Museum/Haw Par Villa
π 262 Pasir Panjang Road (Southern Singapore)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-6pm, closed Mondays except if the Monday falls on a Public Holiday
ποΈ S$20
ποΈ Niche Museum
This largely outdoor Singapore museum features the 10 levels of hell through its statues and architectural garden. Haw Par Villa is not suitable for young children, but otherwise guests tend to have a hell of a time here. Complimentary tours are available with a reservation!
30. Gillman Barracks
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π 5 Lock Road 01-05 (near Alexandra Arch in Southern Singapore)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Saturday 11am-6pm, open until 7pm on Saturdays (closed for most PHs)
ποΈ Free!
ποΈ Art Gallery
This Singapore museum is a contemporary art gallery, perfect for cooling yourself down after hiking around the Southern Ridges! It is also not too far from Hell’s Museum/Haw Par Villa, the NUS Museum, and the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum.
31. Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum
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π 2 Conservatory Drive (Southern Singapore, located on the NUS Campus)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-6pm, closed on Mondays
ποΈ S$27
ποΈ Natural History; taxidermy and skeletons, plant life
The Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum features many zoological exhibitions from dinosaurs to crustaceans! Although this Singapore museum is not Singapore specific, this museum is for anyone who loves biodiversity. While here, check out the nearby NUS Museum – it is free admission! Haw Par Villa (Hell’s Museum), is also nearby. Another close-by freeby is the art gallery at the Gillman Barracks.
32. NUS Museum
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π50 Kent Ridge Crescent (Southern Singapore, located on the NUS Campus)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm, open to NUS staff on Mondays exclusively, closed Sundays
ποΈ Free!
ποΈ All Encompassing History; from dance to media
For a free Singapore museum, the National University of Singapore Museum features art, history, and artifacts. The NUS Museum constantly rotates its exhibitions, so there is always something new! The Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum is also nearby is you plan to combine these two for an outing! Hell’s Museum is also only about 3km/~1.8 miles down the road! If you are more of an arts lover, Gillman Barracks features contemporary art!
33. Reflections at Bukit Chandu
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π 31 – K Pepys Road (located right outside Kent Ridge Park in Southern Singapore)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Sunday 9:30am-5pm, closed Mondays except if the Monday falls on a Public Holiday
ποΈ S$5
ποΈ History: World War II
Kent Ridge Park was once a site of the WWII Battle of Pasir Panjang, a clash between Japanese forces and a Malay regiment. Free guided tours both in English and in Mandarin are offered with prior registration. Take another deep dive into local contemporary history at this Singapore museum.
34. Singapore Art Museum SAMΒ
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π 39 Keppel Road (inside the Tanjong Pagar Terminal Engineering Depot)
ποΈ Open daily 10am-7pm
ποΈ S$20, free shuttle rides offered from Harbourfront MRT Station Exit D (VivoCity)
ποΈ Singaporean Contemporary Art
The Singapore Art Museum features art featuring the existing Singaporean architecture and landscapes such as Pinnacle @ Duxton as well as a children’s exhibit. This Singapore museum rotates through exhibits as well! The Singapore Art Museum is also colocated with the New Art Museum Singapore.
35. New Art Museum Singapore
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π 39 Keppel Road (inside the Tanjong Pagar Terminal Engineering Depot)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Sunday 11am-7pm, closed on Mondays/Public Holidays
ποΈ S$8, free shuttle rides offered from Harbourfront MRT Station Exit D (VivoCity)
ποΈ Contemporary Art
Having recently opened in October of 2023, it is the largest gallery space in all of Asia! This Singapore museum rotates through about 3-4 exhibits every year, each time being a new exhibit. Schedule your guided tour in advance for the most immersive experience (party of 6 or more people). The New Art Museum Singapore is also colocated with the Singapore Art Museum.
36. Fort Siloso
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π Siloso Road, far western point of Sentosa Island
ποΈ Open Daily 9am-6pm
ποΈ Free!
ποΈ History: WWII
Most tourists don’t realize that Sentosa Island comes with a piece of history. This Singapore museum is situated on the western tip of the island, near the Siloso SkyWalk (which is also free!). It is a largely outdoor museum featuring cannons, bunkers, and other interactive exhibits that make WWII come to life!
37. Trickeye Singapore
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π 80 Siloso Road, Southside, Blk B, #01-04 (near Siloso SkyWalk on Western Sentosa)
ποΈ Open daily 11am-7pm
ποΈ S$32 for adults, S$24 for children aged 4-12 β Cheaper when bundled with other Sentosa attractions until March of 2025 (sentosa.com)
ποΈ Illusions & Interactive Exhibits
This alternate reality and three dimensional Singapore museum is great for taking optical illusion images. It features four separate themed halls to take your best shots! Although this is not a unique Singapore museum as it originated in Seoul, this phenomenon has since opened other locations in Hong Kong and SG!
38. Madam Tussauds
π 40 Imbiah Road (near Imbiah Station/Resorts World on Sentosa Island)
ποΈ Open daily 1oam-7pm
ποΈ S$44 for adults, S$32 for children
ποΈ Wax Figures
Madam Tussauds is known worldwide, but the Singapore location is the first with a boat ride! Featuring over 80 wax figures, this Singapore museum also features Asian and Bollywood stars.
39. Former Ford Factory
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π 351 Upper Bukit Timah Road (Bukit Batok)
ποΈ Tuesday to Sunday 9am-5:30pm, closed on Mondays & all Public Holidays
ποΈ S$7.13
ποΈ History: WWII
The Former Ford Factory was the first automobile manufacturer in Southeast Asia and the place that British troops surrendered the Japanese Imperial Army. The official website also states that this Singapore museum is very cold, so bring something to cover up!
40. Science Centre Singapore
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π 15 Science Centre Road (Jurong East, near Jurong Lake Gardens)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-5pm, closed Mondays except if the Monday falls on a Public Holiday
ποΈ S$12 (adults) & S$4 (children) for admission, OMNI-Theatre and KidsStop are extra
ποΈ Hands-on Science, Interactive Exhibits, Children’s Museum
The Science Centre Singapore offers so much for kids to learn and let our their energy. From gardens to splash pads to 3D Printing, this Singapore museum has somethings for everyone. Activities and workshops are also offered.
41. Chinese Heritage Centre
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π 46 Nanyang Avenue, inside NTU (Jurong West)
ποΈ Open Monday-Saturday 9:30am-5pm, closed on Public Holidays
ποΈ S$12
ποΈ Chinese Diaspora
The Chinese Heritage Centre also serves as an active learning centre, featuring a library and a research centre. The Yunan Garden outside is an immersive stroll featuring traditional Chinese architecture at this Singapore museum. Go check out the Singapore Discovery Centre nearby!
42. Singapore Discovery Centre
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πΒ 510 Upper Jurong Road (Jurong West)
ποΈ Open daily; Monday-Friday 12pm-6pm & 11am-7pm on Weekends, Public Holidays, and School Holidays
ποΈ Prices vary by activity, permanent exhibit price is S$10 for adults & S$8 for children
ποΈ Activities, History, Modern Exhibits, Rides, Children’s Museum
This Singapore museum and interactive hub offers exhibits, a movie theater, and hands-on activities. Laser tag, escape rooms, archery, and seasonal activities and exhibits are offered! Although the Singapore Discovery Centre is more geared towards locals, it can be fun to visit, especially if you are already going to the Chinese Heritage Centre/The Hive in Jurong West.
43. Eurasian Heritage Centre
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π 139 Ceylon Road (Geylang)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-6pm, closed on Public Holidays
ποΈ S$5
ποΈ History
This one of a kind Singapore Museum delves into the history behind Europeans in Asia. It gives the unique background of Portuguese, Dutch, and British history blended with Asian heritage. If this sounds intriguing to you, I would check it out.
44. The Intan
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π 69 Joo Chiat Terrace (Katong, up the road from the Peranakan Houses)
ποΈ Reservations only available on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
ποΈ Ranges from S$30-S$64.20 depending on the experience. Reservation required.
ποΈ Peranakan Art & Culture
This private Singapore museum is a true hidden gem and a paradise for all things Peranakan. It is a collector’s haven in Singapore’s smallest museum. If you want to steer off the beaten path, consider booking a reservation at the Intan!
45. Changi Chapel & Museum
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π 1000 Upper Changi Road North (near Changi Int’l Airport)
ποΈΒ Open Tuesday-Sunday 9:30am-5:30pm, closed Mondays except if the Monday falls on a Public Holiday
ποΈ S$8
ποΈ History: World War II
This Singapore museum is truly one of a kind as it highlights the life of civilian inmates and prisoners of war during WWII. Artifacts tell the story of why Changi was significant at this time in history. Seasonal workshops are usually free of charge! It is located close to the Singapore Navy Museum.
46. Singapore Navy Museum
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π 112 Tanah Merah Coast Road (near Changi Int’l Airport)
ποΈ Open Monday-Friday 12pm-5pm, Saturday, Sunday, and PHs 10am-5pm, closed every Tuesday
ποΈ $S8
ποΈ Military and History
The Singapore Navy Museum features an outside exhibit of weapons and a submarine, while the rest of this Singapore museum is a modern indoor gallery of maritime history, miniatures, and modern operations. If you are craving more WWII history, check out the Changi Chapel & Museum nearby.
47. Singapore Air Force Museum
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π400 Airport Road (Paya Lebar, central-eastern Singapore)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Saturday 9am-4pm; Closed on Sundays, Mondays, PHs, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve & Lunar New Year’s Eve
ποΈ Free!
ποΈ Military and History
The Singapore Air Force Museum features an outdoor air park and covered space featuring aircraft and weapons. This Singapore museum also boasts an indoor exhibit hall focused on history.
48. Live Turtle Museum
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π 81 Lor Chencharu, #01-16 (Yishun, Northern Singapore)
ποΈ Open Wednesday-Monday 10am-6am (closed Tuesdays unless a Public Holiday falls on a Tuesday)
ποΈ Range from S$6-S$14
ποΈ Zoo/Wildlife Sanctuary
Home to the Alligator Turtle and the Radiated Tortoise, as well as many more, this Singapore museum is more so a wildlife reserve. Walk-ins are welcome, but large groups should contact the museum prior to visitation.
49. Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall
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π 12 Tai Gin Road (Novena, central Singapore)
ποΈ Open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-5pm, closed Mondays
ποΈ $S8
ποΈ Singaporean History
This lesser known and underrated Singapore museum highlights the often forgotten history regarding Nanyang and his involvement in the 1911 revolution as well as Sun Yat Sen, the founder of the Republic of China. This becomes significant as the Chinese emigrants from this era shaped today’s Singapore. Guided tours are also available. The building is also quite the picturesque villa.
Summary & Final Thoughts
This concludes my list of the now 50 Singapore museums to make the best of your trip, especially on a rainy day. If you are a Singapore local or PR, consider yourself lucky as many of these Singapore museums are free for you if not heavily discounted. Be sure to check the official website of the Singapore museum you’d like to visit just incase there are any closures or breaks regarding the exhibit(s) you want to visit. Remember, online time slots and ticket purchase is not uncommon in the Merlion City. Happy learning!
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