Museum Travel Guide
Singapore





Popular places to visit

National Museum of Singapore
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Singapore during your travels in Colonial District. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Fort Canning Park
After visiting Fort Canning Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Singapore. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Singapore Art Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Singapore Art Museum in Colonial District. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Plaza Singapura
During your visit to Singapore, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Plaza Singapura. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Old Hill Street Police Station
You can find out about the history of Colonial District with a trip to Old Hill Street Police Station. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Universal Studios Singapore
Enjoy the exciting rides at Universal Studios Singapore and find out why this is a favourite theme park in Singapore. Amble around this vibrant area's marina and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Museum

Rendezvous Hotel Singapore by Far East Hospitality
The staff went beyond the call of duty. Very helpful
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Carlton Hotel Singapore
Good hotel. Central location. Great for layover.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Hotel Waterloo Singapore - Handwritten Collection
This is a new hotel in a great neighborhood, near several Metro stations. The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. The room was small for 2 people (2 twin beds) but we were only there to sleep. Not much room for large luggage. I’m including a picture of the pool - it’s nice - but again not ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Crowne Plaza Changi Airport by IHG
Excellent
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore
Great stay!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
Very clean and excellent service from staff - check charge ports - make sure work.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Museum

Singapore River
UE Square and Robertson Walk are a few top attractions in Singapore River. Hop around the city on the metro at Fort Canning MRT station or Clarke Quay Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops.

Clarke Quay
Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Clarke Quay. You can visit top attractions like Clarke Quay Central and Clarke Quay Mall, and jump on the metro at Clarke Quay Station or Fort Canning MRT station to see more of the city.

Bencoolen
Bencoolen is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Bugis Street Shopping District and Sim Lim Square.

Downtown Singapore
Downtown Singapore is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Orchard Road and Clarke Quay Central. See more of Singapore by jumping on the metro at Clarke Quay Station or Chinatown Station.

Financial District Singapore
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Raffles Place or Chinatown Point while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Raffles Place Station to get around town.

Downtown Core
While you're in Downtown Core, take in top sights like Marina Bay Sands Casino or Asian Civilisations Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Raffles Place Station or Downtown Station.
