- Universal Studios Singapore Tickets
- Gardens By The Bay Tickets
- Night Safari Singapore Tickets
- Marina Bay Sands Skypark Tickets
- Singapore Flyer Tickets
- S.E.A Aquarium Singapore Tickets
- Bird Paradise in Singapore Tickets
- Singapore Zoo Tickets
- Snow City Tickets
- Adventure Cove Waterpark Tickets
- River Wonders Tickets
- Skyline Luge Sentosa Tickets
- Trickeye Museum Tickets
- Resorts World Sentosa
- Mandai Wildlife Reserve
- ArtScience Museum Tickets
Select Your Experience
- Visit this stunningly designed museum with 21 galleries.
- Explore the evolution of art, science, and technology, with exhibits that display features from da Vinci's work to particle physics.
- Soak in incredible sights that include work by top artists in the world and some invaluable treasures.
- Spot the model of the Flying Machine by Leonardo da Vinci and a Kongming Lantern.
Inclusions
- Admission to Art Science Museum
- Admission to Future World (optional)
- Admission to Sneakertopia exhibition (optional)
Exclusions
- Drop-off services to hotel
- Tip: Choose your camera wisely keeping in mind the installations are entirely covered in the dark and have LED lighting installed within.
- Future World of ArtScience Museum is scheduled for an Upgrade, and some of the exhibitions will be closed during the period from 13 to 30 September 2023.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Tickets to National Gallery Singapore
- With over 8,000 pieces in its collection, the National Gallery of Singapore houses the world’s largest public collection of Singapore and Southeast Asian art.
- Explore the City Hall and the former Supreme Court Building, both stunning exemplars of Singaporean architecture.
- Enjoy access to the two permanent galleries: the DBS Singapore Gallery and the UOB Southeast Asia Gallery.
- Discover paintings, sculptures, and more from the 19th century to the present day and witness the aesthetic identity of Singapore over the years.
- Brush up your knowledge of art history as you spend time in the library, filled with extensive reading material for curators and researchers.
Inclusions
- Entry to National Gallery Singapore
- Food and beverages are not allowed in the gallery.
- All facilities are wheelchair accessible.
- Singapore Citizens and PRs can attend Permanent Galleries for free.
- Admission is free for Singapore citizens, permanent residents, and children aged 6 and under (of any nationality).
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Asian Civilisations Museum Tickets
- The Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) ventures to make you see the historical connections between Asian cultures and the world.
- It is arranged thematically and is best suited to show you artistic traditions and trade patterns through the centuries.
- Discover more than 1,000 pieces of ceramics, gold, and silver from the bustling Indian Ocean trade.
- Get an understanding of the major religions of the world and their profound impact on Asian cultures.
- Enter a world of fashion, jewelry, ceramics, and textiles and admire the craftsmanship that illuminates global, regional, and local exchanges.
Inclusions
- Admission to the Permanent Gallery
Exclusions
- Transfers
- Students, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), as well as senior citizens aged 60yrs and above, enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- Singaporeans and Permanent Residents enjoy free entry to all Permanent Galleries daily.
- These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 6 months.
- These tickets are valid for 6 months from the date of purchase.
Science Centre, Omni Theatre Movie & Butterflies Up Close Tickets
- Enjoy skip-the-line access to a surreal world of science and technology.
- Explore more than 1000 exhibits that blend education with excitement.
- Check out the different ticket options that offer you access to Omni-Theatre and/or Butterflies Up-Close.
- Go for Omni-Theatre to watch a space-themed film at the only 8k digital full-dome cinema in Southeast Asia.
- At Butterflies Up-Close, enjoy an interactive experience that takes you through the lifecycle of a butterfly.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line entry to the Science Centre Singapore
- Skip-the-line entry to the Omni-Theatre (optional)
- Skip-the-line entry to the Butterflies Up-Close exhibit (optional)
- Access to permanent exhibits
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Access to special exhibits
This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:
- Science Centre Singapore
- Omni-Theatre
- Science Center Singapore + Butterflies Up-Close
- Science Centre Singapore + Omni-Theatre + Butterflies Up-Close
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Madame Tussauds Singapore Tickets
- We invite you to get up close and personal with more than 80 unique celebrity wax figures from Asia, Hollywood, Bollywood, and beyond.
- Experience famous moments with the world's most famous icons such as JJ Lin, Lady Gaga, Leonardo DiCaprio, Queen Elizabeth II, and many more!
- Be instantly transported to Korea and get your Instagrammable moments in front of hanoks and blooming cherry blossom trees at the K-Wave zone. Korean stars include Suzy Bae and Song Seung Hoon!
- Hop onboard the "Spirit of Singapore", Madame Tussauds' only boat ride, and grasp Singapore's greatness through this multi-sensory boat ride.
- Sights & sounds include the Singapore F1 Night Race, the Merlion, cultural places of worship, and much more!
- Discover the colorful story of Singapore at Images of Singapore, a journey that uncovers the little red dot’s remarkable story told through a unique mix of interactive zones and special effects.
Inclusions
- Skip the line access to Madame Tussauds Singapore.
- Entry to the Spirit of Singapore Boat Ride.
- Full Experience
- Ultimate Film Star Experience (Optional)
- Ultimate Film Star Experience (2 + 1 Free) (Optional)
- Marvel 4D (Optional)
- Marvel 4D (2 + 1 Free) (Optional)
- VR Experience (Optional)
- Digiphoto (optional)
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
The museums in Singapore have a charm of their own. Whether it’s art, fashion, architecture there’s a museum for visual art in all its forms in Singapore. Here are some of the best museums in Singapore for you to explore.
21 Best Museums in Singapore
1. National Museum Singapore
History Museum
The National Museum of Singapore is a great place to learn about the history and culture of Singapore, with many interactive exhibits.
Why Visit: Get a peek into the country's culture through Singapore Stone, Portrait of Sir Frank Athelstane Swettenham, Last Will and Testament of Munshi Abdullah, Mace of the City of Singapore.
Timings: 10 AM to 7 PM
Address: 93 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178897. Find on map
from SGD 15
2. ArtScience Museum
Art Museum
The museum focuses on the intersection of art and science. The museum has a planetarium, a theatre, a lab and workshops for visitors to participate in.
Why Visit: Stroll through exhibitions of paintings from Leonardo da Vinci, Salvador Dalí, Andy Warhol, Vincent Van Gogh and M.C. Escher.
Timings: 10 AM to 7 PM
Address: 6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974. Find on map
from SGD 18
3. Asian Civilisations Museum
History Museum
The museum is dedicated to the cultures of Asia. It has a vast collection of artefacts from different Asian countries.
Why Visit: Watch the remains of ancient Asian culture in Tang Shipwreck, Christian Art Gallery, and Fashion and Textiles Gallery.
Timings: 10 AM to 7 PM
Address: 1 Empress Pl, Singapore 179555. Find on map
from SGD 25
4. Singapore Art Museum
Art Museum
The museum has a wide variety of artwork, ranging from traditional to contemporary pieces, giving a glimpse into the history of art in Singapore.
Why Visit: Art and science come together for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Superfluous Things, Lonely Vectors, Creatif Compleks, Carlo Villafuerte, Au Sow Yee, and Dinh Q Le are some pieces you should not miss.
Timings: 10 AM to 7 PM
Address: 71 Bras Basah Rd, Singapore 189555. Find on map
from SGD 10
5. National Gallery Singapore
Art Museum
It houses the world's largest collection of Southeast Asian art. The museum has over 8,000 artworks on display, ranging from paintings to sculptures.
Why Visit: Learn about Southeast Asian art through Painting With Light, My Masterpiece and the World of Georgette Chen.
Timings: 10 AM to 7 PM
Address: 1 St Andrew's Rd, #01 – 01, Singapore 178957. Find on map
from SGD 20
6. Peranakan Museum
Culture Museum
This museum celebrates the history and culture of the descendants of the Straits. Chinese who came to Singapore in the early 1800s.
Why Visit: The museum keeps the Peranakan culture alive with a 12-day Peranakan Wedding, Peranakan Beadwork and Embroidery, Wedding Bed of Mrs. Quah Hong Chiam and Nonya Porcelain.
Timings: 10 AM to 7 PM
Address: 39 Armenian St, Singapore 179941. Find on map
from SGD 6
7. Indian Heritage Centre
History Museum
The museum features a collection of artefacts dating back to ancient times and interactive exhibits exploring various aspects of Indian culture.
Why Visit: See India's rich history at the Indian Heritage Centre. Roots and Routes, Making of the Nation, Early Contact and Pioneers are essential attractions.
Timings: 10 AM to 7 PM (Tuesday - Thursday)
10 AM to 8PM (Friday)
10 AM to 4 PM (Sunday and Public Holidays)
Address: 5 Campbell Lane, Singapore 209924. Find on map
from SGD 8
8. Red Dot Design Museum
Art Museum
The museum has a collection of more than 2,000 graphic design artefacts, including original works by designers like Massimo Vignelli, Milton Glaser, and Michael Stipe.
Why Visit: Lose yourself in the world of design in the Red Dot Design Museum. Don't miss a Preview of the Future, FREITAG Archive and the museum's Permanent Exhibition.
Timings: 12 PM to 8 PM (Monday - Friday)
10 AM to 8 PM (Saturday - Sunday)
Address: 11 Marina Blvd, Singapore 018940. Find on map
from SGD 10
9. Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum, Singapore
History Museum
The museum has over five million objects on display, including specimens from all continents. It is also home to the world's largest invertebrate collection.
Why Visit: Make sure you see the Phylogenetic Garden, Mangrove, Swamps and Dryland Forest, Sunda Pangolin, Leatherback Turtle and Slice of the Changi Tree.
Timings: 10 AM to 6 PM (Tuesday - Sunday)
Address: 2 Conservatory Dr, Singapore 117377. Find on map
from SGD 21
10. MINT Museum of Toys
Culture Museum
MINT Museum of Toys has a collection of over 300,000 toy objects from all around the world. The toys date back to the 1800s and are displayed in chronological order.
Why Visit: This is a great museum to take your kids to. Beatles Memorabilia, Astroboy, Outerspace, Enamel Signs and Vintage Biscuit Tins are must-see attractions.
Timings: 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM (Tuesday - Sunday)
Address: 26 Seah St, Singapore 188382. Find on map
from SGD 15
11. Battlebox, Singapore
History Museum
Battlebox Museum tells the story of the battle and its aftermath through exhibits, videos, and interactive experiences.
Why Visit: Battlebox Museum's top attractions include Fort Canning, Pancur Larangan, Sang Nila Utama Garden, World War II Artefacts and Jubilee Park.
Timings: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM (Friday - Sunday and Public Holidays)
Address: 2 Cox Terrace, Singapore 179622. Find on map
from SGD 20
12. Changi Chapel and Museum
History Museum
This museum is home to many historical artefacts, including a priceless collection of Buddhist scriptures. It is also well-known for its impressive architecture.
Why Visit: If you go, ensure you see the Changi Fortress, Changi Chapel, Fallen Fortress, The Interned, Life as Prisoners of War and Liberation.
Timings: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM (Friday - Sunday)
Address: 1000 Upper Changi Rd N, Singapore 507707. Find on map
from SGD 8
13. Vintage Camera Museum
History Museum
With more than 6000 items on display, it covers everything from vintage Polaroid cameras to historic film cameras. The exhibits are impressive, and the museum is located in a gorgeous old building.
Why Visit: Geeky about cameras? You'll love this museum! See their authentic collection from Frontage, Gisella and Gading, Aerial Camera and Rokuoh-Sha Type 89 WWII Era Japanese Machine Gun Camera.
Timings: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM
Address: 8C Jln Kledek, Singapore 199263. Find on map
from SGD 20
14. Singapore Musical Box Museum
Culture Museum
The museum contains more than 1300 pieces of musical box art, making it one of the world's largest and most comprehensive collections. The exhibits are divided into five themes: Chinese, European, Japanese, American, and Modern.
Why Visit: The entire collection of musical boxes from worldwide, dating back to the 12th century.
Timings: 11 AM to 5 PM
Address: 168 Telok Ayer St, Singapore 068619. Find on map
from SGD 12
15. Malay Heritage Centre
History Museum
The Malay Heritage Centre features various artefacts related to Malay culture and heritage. Visitors can learn about how the Malay people have lived, played, and worshipped over the centuries.
Why Visit: Dive deep into Malaysian Culture through Adventures in Nusantara, A Timely Collage and Cerita Special Exhibition.
Timings: 10 AM to 6 PM (Tuesday - Sunday)
Address: 85 Sultan Gate, Singapore 198501. Find on map
from SGD 8
16. Singapore Discovery Centre
Science Museum
The Singapore Discovery Centre is home to many impressive exhibits, including a planetarium, a hall of beasts, and a rainforest. The centre also has an observatory that provides stunning views of the city.
Why Visit: Singapore Discovery Centre is an ode to science. Make sure you see Through the Lens of Time, Black Lake, XD Theatre and wind down at the Wild Thyme Cafe.
Timings: 11 AM to 8 PM
Address: 510 Upper Jurong Rd, Singapore 638365. Find on map
from SGD 10
17. Singapore Philatelic Museum
History Museum
The Singapore Philatelic Museum is dedicated to the history of postage and philately in Singapore. The museum has a wide collection of postal history, including stamps, postal cards, and other postal equipment.
Why Visit: Postage is not forgotten in Singapore Philatelic Museum. Learn more about the lost art with Heritage Room, Orange Room, The Little Prince and Room of Rarities.
Timings: 9 AM to 5 PM (Monday - Saturday)
10 AM to 4 PM (Sunday)
Address: 23-B Coleman Street, Singapore 179807. Find on map
from SGD 5
18. Singapore City Gallery
History Museum
The museum is housed in a restored 19th-century British Consulate, and it has a diverse collection of art that covers a wide range of styles from ancient to modern times.
Why Visit: The evolution of Singapore is visible through How Our City Works, Smart Nation CityScape, A Brush With History, Mapping Singapore and Central Area Model at the museum.
Timings: 9 AM to 5 PM (Monday - Saturday)
Address: 45 Maxwell Road The URA Centre, Singapore 069118. Find on map
Free
19. Civil Defence Heritage Gallery
History Museum
The museum has exhibits about the history of civil defence, as well as artefacts from past civil defence drills and incidents.
Why Visit: Civil Defence Heritage Gallery shows the history of civil defence in the country through the 1887 Fire Wagon, fire engines and pictures of devastating fires in the city.
Timings: 10 AM to 4 PM (Tuesday - Sunday)
Address: 62 Hill St, Singapore 179367. Find on map
Free
20. Madame Tussauds Singapore
Culture Museum
Madame Tussauds is located at the heart of Orchard Road. There's a replica of the Eiffel Tower, an exhibit that showcases the history of cinema, and a 3-Dimensional exhibition that provides an exciting journey through history.
Why Visit: Madame Tussauds Singapore brings the world together. Marvel 4D Universe, Spirit of Singapore Boat Ride, Celebrity Statues, K-Wave Zone, and F1 Singapore Night Race Track are popular attractions.
Timings: 10 AM to 6 PM (Thursday to Monday)
Address: 40 Imbiah Rd, Sentosa, Singapore 099700. Find on map
from SGD 30
21. The Air Force Museum
History Museum
The Air Force Museum tells the story of military aviation in Singapore, dating back to World War II. The museum has a wide range of aircraft and tanks on display and exhibits on on-air strategy, the Cold War, and current operations.
Why Visit: Take a tour of fighter jets, missiles, and engaging displays and enjoy role-playing games at the Air Force Museum of Singapore.
Timings: 9 AM to 4 PM (Tuesday to Saturday)
Address: 400 Airport Rd, Singapore 534234. Find on map
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Frequently Asked Questions About Museums in Singapore
The National Museum of Singapore is the most visited museum in Singapore with over 2 million visitors annually.
- National Gallery Singapore
- Singapore Art Museum
- Gillman Barracks
- Singapore History Gallery | National Museum of Singapore
- The Blue Moment by Chua Soo Bin | National Gallery Singapore
- Tang Shipwreck | Asian Civilisations Museum
- Science Centre Singapore
- Art-Science Museum
- Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum
- Madame Tussauds
- Trick Eye Museum
- Live Turtle and Tortoise Museum
The typical cost of museum tickets in Singapore is about SGD 15 for adults and SGD 10 for students. Some museums have free or discounted entry for children under 18.
Yes, children's tickets are discounted at the majority of Singapore's museums. Older kids and teenagers frequently qualify for discounted admission while children under a certain age (typically 6 to18) frequently receive free admission.
- National Museum of Singapore
- Asian Civilisations Museum
- Peranakan Museum
- Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum
- The Intan
- Red Dot Design Museum
- The Singapore Musical Box Museum
- Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall
No, there is usually no age limit for entering museums in Singapore.
Visitors with disabilities can access many Singaporean museums, but the accessibility varies from one museum to another.
- Accessible entry and washrooms
- Audio guides and captions
- Sensory-friendly programs
Despite the fact that Singapore's museums don't have a formal dress code, it's usually a good idea to wear attire that complements the environment while also encouraging comfort and cultural sensitivity.
You may or may not walk a lot when visiting a museum in Singapore, depending on the museum and the exhibits you choose to see. Some museums have expansive collections that call for plenty of walking, while others are smaller and easier to navigate. Some museums in Singapore may require up to 3 hours to explore completely.