National Museum of Singapore

What's On

Permanent Collections

Goh Seng Choo Gallery: The William Farquhar Collection

Watercolours from the William Farquhar Collection of Natural History Drawings, 477 studies of Malayan flora and fauna commissioned by Farquhar in Malacca and Singapore, 1819-1823.

Permanent collection$20

Singapore History Gallery

The museum's flagship gallery charting Singapore's story across four eras, from Singapura (1299) through the Crown Colony, Syonan-to and independence. Reopens 10 October 2026 after a full revamp.

Permanent collection$20

Living Galleries

Four thematic galleries - Film & Wayang, Photography, Food and Fashion - exploring everyday culture and popular life in Singapore through the decades.

Permanent collection$20

Life in Singapore: The Past 100 Years

Four galleries - Modern Colony, Surviving Syonan, Growing Up and Voices of Singapore - presenting everyday life across the decades of colonial rule, the Japanese Occupation and independence.

Permanent collection$20

Singapore Odyssea: A Journey Through Time

A multi-sensory walk through 700 years of Singapore's history, told from the sea's point of view, inside the revamped Shaw Foundation Glass Rotunda.

Permanent collection$24

Nearby

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The Battlebox

Military3 min walk

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Peranakan Museum

Design3 min walk

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Children's Museum Singapore

Children5 min walk

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National Gallery Singapore

Architecture9 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does National Museum of Singapore cost?

Standard adult admission to National Museum of Singapore is $20. Free for Singapore Citizens, PRs and children under 6; concession S$15 for students/seniors. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of National Museum of Singapore?

National Museum of Singapore is open Open daily 10am-7pm (last admission 6.30pm); Quiet Mornings 9am-7pm on the first Saturday and first & third Thursday of each month.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is National Museum of Singapore?

National Museum of Singapore is located at 93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897, in the Bras Basah / Civic District area of Singapore. The nearest stations are Bras Basah MRT, Bencoolen MRT and Dhoby Ghaut MRT.

What can I see at National Museum of Singapore?

Singapore's oldest museum, tracing 700 years of history beneath a landmark glass rotunda and a restored colonial dome. Current highlights include Goh Seng Choo Gallery: The William Farquhar Collection, Singapore History Gallery and Living Galleries.

Do I need to book National Museum of Singapore in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit National Museum of Singapore?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.