iThe Battlebox
The Battlebox is a former underground command bunker built beneath Fort Canning Hill in the late 1930s, once housing the headquarters of Malaya Command. It was here, on 15 February 1942, that Lieutenant-General Arthur Percival and his officers decided to surrender Singapore to the Japanese. Sealed and forgotten for decades, the bunker was rediscovered in 1988 and now operates as a museum with restored rooms, wax figures, projection displays and an audio-guided tour retelling the final days of the Battle of Singapore.
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What's On
Permanent Collections
Enhanced Audio Guide Experience
A 40-minute audio-guided walk through the subterranean bunker chambers, narrating the events leading up to the British surrender in 1942.
The Moments Before Room
A projection room offering complimentary anaglyph glasses to compare Japanese and Allied perspectives in the final moments before Singapore's surrender.
The Day Before Room
A 270-degree projection-mapped room recreating the key moments in the days before the fall of Singapore, setting the historical scene for the bunker tour.
Plan Your Visit
Getting there
2 Cox Terrace, Fort Canning Park, Singapore 179622
Nearest station: Dhoby Ghaut MRT and Fort Canning MRT
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| Mon | Closed |
| Tue | 10:00–18:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–18:00 |
| ThuToday | 10:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–18:00 |
Admission
From $20
Local (Singaporean/PR) adult $15, local child (5-17) $10, standard child (5-17) $15; children 4 and under free. Basic admission-only tier also available at lower price.
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Visitor Information
- How much does The Battlebox cost?
- Standard adult admission to The Battlebox is $20. Local (Singaporean/PR) adult $15, local child (5-17) $10, standard child (5-17) $15; children 4 and under free. Basic admission-only tier also available at lower price.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
- What are the opening hours of The Battlebox?
- The Battlebox is open Tuesday-Sunday, 10:00-18:00 (last entry 17:00). Closed Mondays.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
- Where is The Battlebox?
- The Battlebox is located at 2 Cox Terrace, Fort Canning Park, Singapore 179622, in the Fort Canning area of Singapore. The nearest stations are Dhoby Ghaut MRT and Fort Canning MRT.
- What can I see at The Battlebox?
- Singapore's WWII command bunker under Fort Canning Hill, where the British surrender was decided. Current highlights include Enhanced Audio Guide Experience, The Moments Before Room and The Day Before Room.
- Do I need to book The Battlebox 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 The Battlebox?
- 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.
Image credits
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- The BattleboxJoyofmuseums / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Enhanced Audio Guide ExperienceCourtesy of The Battlebox
- The Day Before RoomCourtesy of The Battlebox
- The Piece-ful General - Puzzle HuntCourtesy of The Battlebox
- National Museum of SingaporeGordonMakryllos / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Peranakan MuseumGoAheadFan95 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Children's Museum SingaporeElisa.rolle, via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- STPI – Creative Workshop & GalleryJoyce at STPI Gallery / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0