11 BEST Museums in Singapore

The small city-nation of Singapore is one of Asia’s most exciting and most interesting travel destinations!

One of the best things you can do in Singapore is to visit one of their world-class museums – they have DOZENS. This is exactly why we wrote this ultimate guide to the 11 best museums in Singapore.

Whether you are an adult looking for an interesting historical museum, or a family looking for a museum that will entertain the kids, our list will show you the perfect museum for you.

Our list features art museums, science museums, history museums, and even a bubble tea museum! Let’s get into it!

 

#1 – National Museum of Singapore

History and Culture Museum

– Learn about the history, art, and culture of Singapore

– Features rotating and permanent exhibits

– Singapore’s oldest museum

– Admission Fee – Around $10 USD for adults // $7 USD for seniors and students // 6 and under get in free!

– Suggested Duration: 2-4 hours

One of Singapore’s largest and oldest museums, we think the National Museum of Singapore is the most important museum in the country and was an easy #1 pick!

Whether you are interested in art, photography, culture, or history – this museum has a little something for everyone.

Follow Singapore’s history from the 14th century to today, and see how it developed into one of Asia’s most important cities.

This is a museum suitable for all ages – even the kids will love the interactive exhibits! Tickets are not too costly, and the museum often hosts cool events, so be sure to check the website to see what’s happening when you visit.

 

#2 – Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum

Science and Natural History Museum

– The only natural history museum in Singapore

– Thousands of animals and plants on display – plus dinosaur fossils!

– Guided tours available

– 2,500 square meters

– Admission Fee – Around $15 USD for adults // $9 USD for everyone else

– Suggested duration: 2-4 hours

The first natural history museum in all of South East Asia, this world-class museum is an ideal way for any animal or science lover to spend half a day.

The museum features two zones – the largest being the biodiversity gallery which features 15 exhibits. These exhibits boast thousands of plants and animal specimens, as well as some of the largest dinosaur fossil displays in all of Asia!

Visitors also love the architecture, the helpful staff, and the close location to restaurants.

Pro tip – check out the garden on the rooftop. It’s a great little area to relax after a few hours of non-stop science facts.

 

#3 – The Battle Box

World War Two History Museum

– Learn about the fall of Singapore to the Japanese in 1942

– Well-reviewed guides help bring history to life

– Experience an actual war-time bunker

– Admission Fee – Around $11 USD for adults // $6 USD for kids

– Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours

Did you know that Singapore was an extremely strategic location in World War Two? Did you know that the country surrendered to the Japanese, and that surrender helped spark the end of the British Empire?

Few people know the fascinating history of Singapore during WW2, which is exactly why we recommend this fascinating, world-class museum.

Made for both kids and adults, all visitors experience this museum on a guided tour, therefore you can truly understand the gravity of the historical situation.

Visitors rave about the tour guides, the exhibits, and the bunker itself. After you are finished with the tour, be sure to check out Fort Canning Park!

 

#4 – National Gallery Singapore

Modern Art Museum

– See the beauty of contemporary art from South East Asia and Singapore

– Set in former City Hall and the former Supreme Court buildings

– Largest museum in Singapore!

– Admission Fee – Around $14 USD for adults // $11 USD for seniors, students and children

– Suggested Duration: 1-3 hours

Art lovers should be excited about this! Singapore’s largest museum, and one of the premier art museums in all of Asia, the National Gallery Singapore is a world-class experience, and a must-see while visiting Singapore.

Easily accessed by the MRT, the National Gallery Singapore is located in the Civic District and features some of South East Asia’s greatest works of art.

The museum features paintings and sculptures (some of which date back to the 19th century) and the building itself is an architectural masterpiece.

Hardcore art-lovers could easily spend 5 hours here, but we think anyone can enjoy a few hours here learning about and appreciating the history of art in Southeast Asia.

After leaving the museum, head over to one of Singapore’s largest heritage parks – Esplanade Park.

 

 

#5 – Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum

Religious Museum // Sacred Site // History

–  Learn about the importance and history of Buddhism in Asia

– Countless rare and religious artifacts on display

– Dress code enforced (but sarongs and wraps are available)

– Admission Fee – Free for everyone!

– Suggested duration: 1-2 hours

If you are interested in Buddhism, or just want to learn more about Asia’s most important religion, then head over to the exquisite Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum!

While the temple itself is recently built (only twenty years old) the artifacts and feel are very traditional and very ancient.

Walk around the temple where you can encounter Buddhism in practice, or join the “Discover Buddhism” course where you can learn basic Buddhist teachings and basic Buddhist meditation within a day.

Guests love the architecture and the many Buddhist sculptures and statues scattered throughout the building.

Due to religious reasons, a dress code is strictly enforced, but the friendly staff are always willing to hand out sarongs to anyone in need 🙂

 

#6 – ArtScience Museum

Specialty Museum

– Located in the iconic lotus-shaped building

– 5000 square meters and 21 gallery spaces

– Located at Marina Bay Sands

– Admission Fee – Anywhere from $10 USD to $30 USD (depending on age and ticket type)

– Suggested Duration: 2-4 hours

One of Singapore’s most iconic landmarks, the ArtScience Museum is a must-visit for anyone who likes art, science, or just really cool museums!

Why is the ArtScience Museum so cool? Well, it’s not your ‘traditional’ art museum.

Instead, this Singaporean icon features galleries and exhibits rarely seen elsewhere. They have held exhibits on big data, marine biology, space exploration, blockbuster films (like ‘Titanic’), and have even featured art from Leonardo Da Vinci and M.C. Escher!

It should be noted there are usually three different types of exhibitions, and therefore three different types of tickets. If you are not rushed, we highly recommend getting the ‘All-Access’ ticket so you can enjoy everything that this legendary museum has to offer.

Also, the ArtScience Museum allows same-day re-entry into the building – meaning you can leave to eat, then come back later!

 

#7 – Singapore Science Center

Interactive Science Museum

– Great for adults, but ideal for kids!

– Over 1,000 interactive exhibits will teach you about science

– Rotating exhibits (currently featuring a dinosaur exhibit)

– Admission Fee – Around $9 USD for adults // $6 USD for kids

– Suggested Duration: 1-3 hours

One of Singapore’s coolest museums, this is an ideal experience for the kids to learn AND to have a fun time.

Guests love the interactive exhibits that cover a wide range of topics from electricity, to the human body, the planets, and even dinosaurs.

And the best part? The domed theatre! Otherwise known as the Omni-Theatre, this state-of-the-art cinema showcases educational science programs in IMAX and in 3D.

If you are looking for more family fun – be sure to check out Kids Stop next door where the little ones can rock climb and play in Snow City.

 

#8 – The Bubble Tea Factory

– Learn about Singapore’s obsession with bubble tea

– Beautifully designed – great for photos and IG

– A very unique and interesting experience

– Admission Fee – Around $13 USD to $10 USD (depending on your age and the time you visit)

– Suggested Duration: One hour

a you’ve had enough of science and art museums and are looking for something truly memorable, then you HAVE to head over to the world’s most famous bubble tea museum – the Bubble Tea Factory!

Beautifully designed, this is one of the most photogenic museums we have ever seen. Be sure to bring your camera and to snap a few pics – you’ll be the envy of your friends on social media.

Visitors love the customer service, as well as the engaging and interactive exhibitions (the favorite being the ball pit). This museum is truly satisfactory to all 5 of your senses.

 

#9 – Indian Heritage Centre

Specialty Museum // Culture and Art

– Learn more about one of Singapore’s most important ethnicities – Indians!

– Located in the fascinating neighborhood of Little India

– Admission fee – Around $6 USD for adults // $4 for seniors and students // Kids are free!

– Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours

Singapore is the epitome of a melting pot, and one of the most important ethnicities in the entire country are the Indians!

Dedicated to preserving the culture and history of Indians in Singapore, the Indian Heritage Center is a fun and interesting way to learn more about a different side of Singapore.

The building, artifacts, and customer service is well-reviewed, and guests love the low admission prices and high-quality exhibits.

The museum also features a bunch of special exhibits and local events. Be sure to check out the website to see what’s going on when you visit.

Also, since the museum is located in Little India, we recommend touring the neighborhood and grabbing a curry for lunch.

 

#10 – Singapore Musical Box Museum

Specialty Museum // Music

– The perfect museum for music lovers!

– Features over 40 historical musical boxes

– Admission Fee – Around $9 USD for adults // $4 USD for students and seniors // Kids get in free

– Suggested Duration: 1 hour

Another great niche museum in Singapore, the Singapore Musical Box Museum is the perfect way to spend an hour for anyone who is interested in the history of music.

Musical boxes are an important symbol for 19th-century European culture, and Singapore had a central role to play in its progress and development.

Featuring over 40 hand-made musical boxes, you will get a tour with a guide, and be able to interact with the boxes and hear the music of centuries old. Highly recommended!

 

#11 – Vintage Cameras Museum and Click Art Museum

Vintage Cameras // History of Photography

– Photographers of all ages LOVE this museum

– Featuring over 1000 vintage cameras

– Admission Fee – $14 USD for adults // $11 USD for seniors and kids 6-12 // 5 and under are free

– Suggested duration: 1-2 hours

How much does this museum love cameras? Well, not only do they feature over 1000 vintage cameras on display, but the building itself is literally shaped like a camera… and the front door is the lens! That’s why this is a must-do for photographers.

This museum will show you the history of camera technology, as well as the history of photography itself.

Note – the museum is direct across the street from the Malay Cultural Center – another awesome museum in Singapore. Check them both out in one day!

 

Final thoughts on Singapore’s Best Museums

Bet you didn’t know that Singapore had so many awesome museums – did ya?

Neither did we! That’s why we loved putting this list together, and we hope that we were able to help you find which museum to visit!

So, which museum are you going to check out? The Vintage Camera Museum? The Bubble Tea Factory? The Battle Box? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below – safe travels!

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