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National Museum Singapore Tickets
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National Museum of Singapore Tickets: Foreign Citizens
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- Discover over 1,700 artifacts carefully preserved over time at one of the city's most treasured landmarks.
- This historical building is an architectural marvel itself and has held artifacts, monuments, and more since its conception in 1887.
- Learn all about the history of Singapore - from when it was established, so the bustling metropolis it is today as you explore different rooms in the museum.
- Get a chance to witness state-of-the-art technology in various displays and exhibitions, or walk into any of the screenings, talks, and festivals held all year round.
- Discover the Story of the Forest in the Glass Rotunda, and journey through time in the Singapore History Gallery, exploring from prehistoric Malaya to modern times.
- Discover over 1,700 artifacts carefully preserved over time at one of the city's most treasured landmarks.
- This historical building is an architectural marvel itself and has held artifacts, monuments, and more since its conception in 1887.
- Learn all about the history of Singapore - from when it was established, so the bustling metropolis it is today as you explore different rooms in the museum.
- Get a chance to witness state-of-the-art technology in various displays and exhibitions, or walk into any of the screenings, talks, and festivals held all year round.
- Discover the Story of the Forest in the Glass Rotunda, and journey through time in the Singapore History Gallery, exploring from prehistoric Malaya to modern times.
Inclusions
- Entry to National Museum of Singapore
- Access to Glass Rotunda
- Access to Singapore History Gallery
- Tip: Download the free audio guide offered by National Museum of Singapore to learn more about the objects you see.
- This ticket is valid only for foreign citizens.
- Admission is free for Singapore citizens, permanent residents, and children aged 6 and under (of any nationality).
- Please note the free admission dates for the National Museum of Singapore: Aug 9, Oct 12, and Oct 13, 2024.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Check off your bucket list with the Explorer Pass! Pick up to 7 attractions, save approx 33% on admission, and enjoy a fun adventure at your own pace.
- No need for separate tickets! Visit iconic places like Gardens by the Bay, Madame Tussauds, Singapore Cable Car, and Wings of Time with just one pass.
- Plus, enjoy experiences like the Sentosa Island Bus Tour, city hop-on hop-off tour, and authentic tea appreciation — all included with your pass.
- You can decide on attractions as you go and use the app to effortlessly plan your ideal itinerary, making your adventure in Singapore even better.
- Your pass grants access to 2 to 7 attractions, valid for 60 days from first use and 2 years from purchase, ensuring max flexibility for your plans.
- Check off your bucket list with the Explorer Pass! Pick up to 7 attractions, save approx 33% on admission, and enjoy a fun adventure at your own pace.
- No need for separate tickets! Visit iconic places like Gardens by the Bay, Madame Tussauds, Singapore Cable Car, and Wings of Time with just one pass.
- Plus, enjoy experiences like the Sentosa Island Bus Tour, city hop-on hop-off tour, and authentic tea appreciation — all included with your pass.
- You can decide on attractions as you go and use the app to effortlessly plan your ideal itinerary, making your adventure in Singapore even better.
- Your pass grants access to 2 to 7 attractions, valid for 60 days from first use and 2 years from purchase, ensuring max flexibility for your plans.
Inclusions
- Choice of 2/3/4/5/6/7 of Singapore attractions
Access to
- Museums: Trick Eye Museum, ArtScience Museum, Hell’s Museum & more
- Landmarks: Gardens by the Bay, Madame Tussauds, Singapore Zoo & more
- Bus Tours: Hop-on Hop-off Big Bus Discover Tour, Sentosa Island Bus Tour & more
- Activities: Night Safari, Scentopia, Wild Wet Water Park, & more
- Food experiences: Raffles Courtyard and Long Bar Experience, Michelin and Local Hawker Food Tour & more
- Get all details here
Exclusions
- Airport transfers
- Public transport
- Certain attractions require prior bookings. For the complete list, please click here
- You can visit each attraction once daily for your chosen pass.
- Please note the following closure dates for the Conservatories at Gardens by the Bay:
- Download the Go City app.
- Use your order confirmation number to sync your pass on your smartphone through the app.
- Find all the info you need, including entry details, opening hours, and a digital map, all at your fingertips!
- Your pass will automatically activate when you visit your first attraction.
- Some popular attractions require advance booking, so check for the 'reservations required' stamp in the app and find all the info you need to book.
Validity
- Before Activation: Valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.
- After Activation: Valid for 60 days from your first visit.
- Free cancellation anytime before the start of your experience
- These tickets are valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.
- Want to see Singapore's top spots without breaking the bank? Access 43 attractions with one pass and save up to 49% – perfect for your busy schedule.
- Your pass opens the door to iconic attractions such as Universal Studios, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore Zoo, Madame Tussauds, Cable Car, and more.
- Zip around the city on a hop-on hop-off tour, explore Sentosa's beaches, savor local flavors, and do a lot more. Your pass unlocks endless adventures.
- Navigate with ease using the app’s convenient map, enabling you to plan your itinerary on the go without the need to choose attractions beforehand.
- Choose a pass valid for 2/3/4/5/6/7 days that fits your visit, with the added flexibility to activate it within 24 months from the purchase date.
- Want to see Singapore's top spots without breaking the bank? Access 43 attractions with one pass and save up to 49% – perfect for your busy schedule.
- Your pass opens the door to iconic attractions such as Universal Studios, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore Zoo, Madame Tussauds, Cable Car, and more.
- Zip around the city on a hop-on hop-off tour, explore Sentosa's beaches, savor local flavors, and do a lot more. Your pass unlocks endless adventures.
- Navigate with ease using the app’s convenient map, enabling you to plan your itinerary on the go without the need to choose attractions beforehand.
- Choose a pass valid for 2/3/4/5/6/7 days that fits your visit, with the added flexibility to activate it within 24 months from the purchase date.
Inclusions
- Pass valid for 2/3/4/5/6/7 days (as per option selected)
Access to
- Museums: Trick Eye Museum, ArtScience Museum, Hell’s Museum, & more
- Landmarks: Universal Studios, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore Zoo & more
- Bus Tours: Hop-on Hop-off Big Bus: Discover Tour, Sentosa Island Bus Tour & more
- Activities: Night Safari, Scentopia, Wild Wet Water Park, & more
- Food experiences: Raffles Courtyard and Long Bar Experience, Michelin and Local Hawker Food Tour & more
- Get all details here
Exclusions
- Airport transfers
- Public transport
- Refer to the attractions' websites for their respective opening hours before your visit. You can also find this information on the Go City app.
- Some attractions require prior booking. Click here to know more.
- Download the Go City app.
- Use your order confirmation number to sync your pass on your smartphone through the app.
- Find all the info you need, including entry details, opening hours, and a digital map, all at your fingertips!
- Your pass will automatically activate when you visit your first attraction.
- Some popular attractions require advance booking, so check for the 'reservations required' stamp in the app and find all the info you need to book.
Validity
- Before Activation: Valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.
- After Activation: Valid for 2/3/4/5/6/7 days from the date of activation as per the option selected. Your pass is valid for the number of days chosen (not 24-hour periods). For example, if you select a 3-day pass and visit an attraction on Monday afternoon, your pass is valid for the remainder of Monday and the next 2 consecutive days of the week.
- Free cancellation anytime before the start of your experience
- These tickets are valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.
Top things to do in Singapore
Why Visit the National Museum of Singapore
- Embrace Singapore's History: Being the oldest museum in Singapore, the National Museum of Singapore has a lot to show and tell about the conception and growth of Singapore from a small port town to the bustling tourist hub it is today.
- Exclusive Programs: The National Museum of Singapore has several interesting programs that are made for both the children and adults that help cultivate your interest in history through festivals, screenings and more. They've also got limited time events like the Singapore Night Festival happening now that is great for the whole family.
- Mesmerizing Architecture: The National Museum of Singapore building has a Renaissance vibe to it that pays homage to the 19th century architectural styles. You'll feel quite regal as you stroll down the halls and lawns of the museum.
- Free Admission For Locals: The best part of all? Entry to the National Museum of Singapore is FREE for all Singaporeans and Permanent Residents, including children below the age of 7 (irrespective of their nationality).
Spotlight: Singapore Night Festival
The Singapore Night Festival is a limited time event by Samsung held in and around the National Museum of Singapore, including other Singapore attractions. It is set to last from 18 August 2023 to 26 August 2023. You've got food tours, film screenings, art exhibitions, and night lights to discover every night of the week.
Don't miss out on these exciting activities at National Museum of Singapore as part of the Singapore Night Festival.
Time is a Black Circle | Skating Rink
Head back to the 60s & 70s when Disco was all the rage. Explore the artwork at National Museum of Singapore as you skate to the groovy vibe of The Silver Strings and Rita Chao.
A Stone's Throw (Away) | Exhibition
Learn about the history of the famous Singapore Stone at this interactive artwork that is displayed near the Banyan Tree at National Museum of Singapore.
NMS Travels | Pop Up Rooms
Explore Singapore through the eyes of a traveller back in the 1980s as you go through themed pop up rooms in the National Museum of Singapore. Audio guides can be purchased separately.
Your National Museum of Singapore Ticket Explained
Duration: Flexible as per your schedule.
- The National Museum of Singapore ticket lets you access and explore all the permanent exhibitions at the museum.
- Explore all the Level 1 & 2 galleries at National Museum of Singapore including the Glass Rotunda, Singapore History Gallery, Stamford Gallery, and Voices of Singapore Gallery.
- Please note: these tickets are only for tourists and children above the age of 6. Singapore residents get free admission to the National Museum of Singapore.
- These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled once booked.
Top National Museum Singapore Exhibitions
Here are some of the must-visit exhibitions of the National Museum. Check out the detailed list of exhibitions at Museum of Singapore.
An Old New World: Digital Edition
Take the guided or self-exploratory route through a specially-curated exhibition that has narrations by Curators Daniel Tham and Iskander Mydin alongside themes of Knowledge and Power and Seeing the Indigenous!
Growing Up
The 1950s and 1960s signified a period of change for Singapore. Beset with uncertainties and challenges, it found an identity to call its own. This exhibition shows you how Singapore grew up into its own.
Modern Colony
Learn about the transformation of girls and female immigrants in the 1920s and get inspired by the public roles they took up in a then patriarchal society; you'll be amazed by these boss ladies.
Singapore History Gallery
At this gallery, you’ll follow the development of the island nation of Singapore: including how it underwent name changes from Singapura to a Crown Colony to Syonan-To, and finally, Singapore.
Story of the Forest
Enjoy this immersive installation of 69 drawings from the William Farquhar Collection of Natural History Drawings into 3D animations. Explore Singapore’s colonial past combined with present-day modernity.
Voices of Singapore
The Singaporean identity is infinite: race, culture, and language were laid into distinct categories. This was shown by the island’s artists expressing a sense of national identity and belonging.
Plan Your Visit To The National Museum of Singapore
Opening Hours
Location
Visitor Tips
National Museum of Singapore opening hours are as follows:
Monday - Sunday: 10 AM - 7 PM
Last entry to the Glass Rotunda is by 6:15 PM. All other galleries is by 6:30 PM.
Quite Mornings at the National Museum of Singapore takes place on the first Saturday of every month as well as the first and third Thursday of every month. National Museum of Singapore opens at 9 AM during Quite Mornings.
National Museum of Singapore Timings
National Museum of Singapore is located in the central Downtown Area of Singapore right next to Fort Canning. It is easily accessible via public and private transport modes.
National Museum of Singapore Address: 93, Stamford Road, Singapore 178897.
Nearest Landmark: YMCA @ One Orchard
Getting To National Museum of Singapore
- The Museum is equipped with lifts, toilets, wheelchairs and designated parking lots.
- Strollers and wheelchairs from outside are permitted in the galleries.
- Manual wheelchairs are available for loan at the Visitor Services counter on a first come, first serve basis.
- Lockers on level 2 may be rented to store bulky items that are not allowed into the galleries.
- Nursing rooms are available at every level near the toilets.
- The museum has free WiFi available. Connect your mobile devices through “Wireless@NMS” and register with a valid email address.
- Exhibition captions are in English, Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil for your convenience.
Frequently Asked Questions About National Museum of Singapore Tickets
What are the inclusions in my National Museum of Singapore tickets?
Your National Museum of Singapore ticket gives you access to all the permanent exhibitions at the National Museum of Singapore.
Are there any restaurants in National Museum of Singapore?
Yes, there are 2 cafes and one restaurant in National Museum of Singapore. They serve fresh baked goods, lunch sets, and quick bites for you to grab and go.
What is the cancelation policy for my National Museum of Singapore ticket?
This ticket to the National Museum of Singapore cannot be cancelled or rescheduled once booked.
Where is the National Museum of Singapore located?
The National Museum of Singapore is located on 93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897.
What languages are the exhibition captions available in?
Exhibition captions are available in English, Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil.
Are there any discounts available for National Museum of Singapore ticket?
Yes, special discounted tickets are available for senior citizens above 60 and students in Singapore schools. There is no entrance fee for Singapore citizens, permanent residents, and children aged 6 years and under (of any nationality). Make sure you carry a valid photo ID along with you.
Is photography permitted inside the National Museum of Singapore?
Still photography for private, non-commercial use as a visitor to the National Museum of Singapore is allowed. Commercial photography and videography need prior permission from the museum and may be charged as well.
Can I use flash or a tripod inside the National Museum of Singapore?
Flash photography and the use of tripods are strictly prohibited inside the National Museum of Singapore.
Is videography permitted inside the National Museum of Singapore?
Video filming is only allowed with prior permission from the National Museum of Singapore.
Is the National Museum of Singapore wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the National Museum of Singapore is wheelchair accessible.
Are wheelchairs available to rent at the National Museum of Singapore?
Yes, you may rent manual wheelchairs at the museum, available at the Visitor Services counter at a first-come, first-served basis.
Is the National Museum of Singapore accessible by public transport?
Yes, the museum is easily accessible by public transport. It can be reached by bus or MRT. You can even drive to the museum if needed as paid parking is available.
Does National Museum of Singapore have an entrance fee?
The National Museum of Singapore is free to access for all Singapore citizens and residents. Tourists do have to purchase tickets to the National Museum of Singapore to gain access.