Istana, Singapore
Completed in 1869, this Malay-Indian hybrid building was once the Government House of the colony of Singapore, before being repurposed on independence as the official residence of the President.
Completed in 1869, this Malay-Indian hybrid building was once the Government House of the colony of Singapore, before being repurposed on independence as the official residence of the President. The 100-acre grounds occupy some of Singapore's choicest real estate and incorporate several gardens and even a 9-hole golf course. There is a Change of guard ceremony every first Sunday of the month. The Istana is open to the public on only five days a year: Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Hari Raya Puasa, Labour Day and National Day.
Hours
Sun
8:30
18:00
Mon
8:30
18:00
Tue
8:30
18:00
Wed
8:30
18:00
Thu
8:30
18:00
Fri
8:30
18:00
Sat
8:30
18:00
Istana and Nearby Sights on Map
Battle Box
The former HQ of the British army during World War 2, now turned into an air-conditioned museum complete with animatronic figures retelling the events of the days before surrender
2902 Gallery
The largest dedicated photo gallery in South-East Asia, with a focus on Singaporean talent
S.E.A. Aquarium
The SEA Aquarium is a must-visit attraction for all those traveling to Singapore
National Museum of Singapore
Formerly Singapore History Museum, recently refurbished from top to bottom with a new wing added
Singapore Art Museum
Modern art from both Singapore and the region
Sri Krishnan Temple
A Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, an incarnation of Vishnu
Peranakan Museum
Formerly a branch of the ACM, now reborn as a standalone museum dedicated to the exuberantly colourful culture of the Peranakans, the Malay-Chinese and Malay-Indian traders who had a major impact on the Straits Settlements
Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho
Dedicated to Kuan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy
Cavenagh Bridge
Singapore's oldest bridge and its only suspension bridge, constructed in 1869, now a pedestrian walkway across the mouth of the Singapore River
Mint Museum of Toys
Built to house the 50,000-piece toy collection of local enthusiast Chang Yang Fa, the contents of this five-story building covers come from 25 countries and span over a century of 'Moments of Imagination and Nostalgia with Toys' (hence MINT), with everything from wind-up toys to Darth Vader masks