11 Famous Museums in Singapore : Timeless Treasures of the Lion City
Are you looking for a travel destination that offers a range of visually appealing museums with an extensive collection? You are in luck, as we are talking about Singapore. The city-state offers an ice cream museum, a wax museum in Singapore, an air force museum, and museums of historical and cultural significance. It means there is something for everyone.
Be ready to get wowed with amazing curated and maintained specialised museums in Garden City. Here’s the list of the best museums in Singapore.
List of 11 Popular Museums in Singapore
Stay with us as we take you through specialised museums with contemporary appeal and collections spanning centuries.
Madame Tussauds Singapore | A Globally Renowned Wax Museum
Museum of Ice Cream Singapore | Pink Painted Museum
The Air Force Museum Singapore | A Physical Embodiment for the Republic of Singapore Air Force
National Museum of Singapore | The Oldest and Largest in the City-State
Singapore Art Museum | An Art Spectacle of Centuries
ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands | White Lotus-Shaped Building
Asian Civilisations Museum | Exhibits Cultural and Artistic Influences
National Gallery Singapore | Largest Public Collection of Modern Art in South East Asia
Singapore Philatelic Museum | A Heaven for Stamp and Design Enthusiasts
Mint Museum of Toy | Toys Collection from 40 Countries
Singapore Science Centre | A Scientific Exploration and Learning
1. Madame Tussauds Singapore | A Globally Renowned Wax Museum
It is a prominent wax museum in Singapore and across South East Asia. It was opened for public viewing on 25th October 2014 and is the seventh Madame Tussauds Museum in Asia.
Key Attractions: Newly launched wax figure of Loki, Marvel Universe in 4D, Go Behind the Scene of an Indian Cinema at the Ultimate Film Star Experience, History of Singapore
2. Museum of Ice Cream Singapore | Pink Painted Museum
The Museum of Ice Cream Singapore opened to the public on 19th August 2021. It is a pink-painted Insta-ready exhibit depicting ice cream's history with a must-visit retro diner or parlour.
Key Attractions:Unlimited ice cream treats in five different forms and shapes. Learn about ice cream and its history across 12 multi-sensory installations, guided activities to connect with loved ones, and play in the world-renowned sprinkle pool.
Entry Fees: Weekday tickets start from $36
Weekend tickets start from $42
Opening and Closing Hours: Monday and Wednesday- 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
3. The Air Force Museum Singapore | A Physical Embodiment for the Republic of Singapore Air Force
It was established on 1st September 1988 at Changi Air Base. The Air Force Museum in Singapore has come a long way since and stands in a large compound next to Paya Lebar Air Base. Visit Singapore to experience exhibits of original artefacts with interactive media.
Key Attractions: Colonial flying equipment, military artefacts (military helicopters, missiles, fighter planes), interactive session on the evolution of Singapore Air Force through graphic representation
Entry Fees: Free
Opening and Closing Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Address: 400 Airport Road, Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore
4. National Museum of Singapore | The Oldest and Largest in the City-State
The National Museum of Singapore is the oldest and one of the largest museums in the City-State. Visit Singapore to explore this Nineteenth-century showcase of exhibits. The museum was started in 1849 as the Raffles Library and Museum and later transferred to its current location in 1887.
Key Attractions/Exhibitions: An Old New World: Digital Edition, Growing Up, Modern Colony, etc
Entry Fees: Free for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents
The fee starts from SGD15 for tourists
Opening and Closing Hours: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Address: 93, Stamford Road, Singapore 178897
5. Singapore Art Museum | An Art Spectacle of Centuries
A haven for art lovers, the Art Museum Singapore offers a great spectacle of contemporary art from artists, art lovers and enthusiasts from the Southeast Asian region. It was opened in 1996 for public viewing.
Key Attractions/Exhibitions: Contemporary Arts, Exhibitions, Collections and more
Entry Fees: Free for Citizens of Singapore
Fees for Adults start at $10 and for Seniors $5 (after discounts)
6. Art Science Museum at Marina Bay Sands | White Lotus-Shaped Building
Another art museum in Singapore with an iconic cultural significance. The ArtScience Museum has witnessed exhibitions from some of the most popular global artists and has 21 beautiful galleries. Some renowned artists showcased their artwork here include Leonardo de Vinci, Andy Warhol, Escher, M.C., Salvador Dali, Vincent Van Gogh, and more.
Key Attractions: Art displays from Dali to Harry Potter, Future World, Sections of the facility- ‘Curiosity’, ‘Inspiration’, and ‘Expression.’
Entry Fees: Staring from 13.07 SGD for Adults and 8.17 SGD for Children
Opening and Closing Hours: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Address: Marina Bay Sands Hotel
7. Asian Civilisations Museum | Exhibits Cultural and Artistic Influences
