Red Dot Design Museum Singapore is the only museum in the country dedicated to contemporary design, and one of three Red Dot museums worldwide. Founded in 2005 in a converted colonial building on Maxwell Road, it relocated in 2017 to a striking full-glass, steel-framed building on the Marina Bay waterfront. It is the exclusive home of the Red Dot Award: Design Concept and displays over 1,000 award-winning product and communication designs from more than 50 countries, alongside a design shop and café.
Visitor Information
- How much does Red Dot Design Museum Singapore cost?
- Standard adult admission to Red Dot Design Museum Singapore is £12. Includes S$5 shopping voucher; group of 4 S$30 (incl. S$10 voucher); Singapore Citizens pay-as-you-wish; children 6 and under free.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
- What are the opening hours of Red Dot Design Museum Singapore?
- Red Dot Design Museum Singapore is open Mon-Fri 11am-7pm, Sat-Sun 10am-7pm. Open on public holidays and eves.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
- Where is Red Dot Design Museum Singapore?
- Red Dot Design Museum Singapore is located at 11 Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018940, in the Marina Bay area of Singapore. The nearest stations are Bayfront MRT, Downtown MRT, Marina Bay MRT.
- What can I see at Red Dot Design Museum Singapore?
- Glass-walled Marina Bay museum of 500+ award-winning contemporary designs, Singapore's only museum devoted to design. Current highlights include A Preview of the Future, Permanent Collection.
- Do I need to book Red Dot Design Museum 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 Red Dot Design Museum 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.