Singapore: National Gallery Singapore Admission Ticket
Civic District, Singapore, Singapore
Explore the National Gallery Singapore, home to over 8,000 artworks. Enjoy long-term and special exhibitions at your own pace in the nation’s largest visual arts venue.
National Gallery Singapore: Southeast Asia’s Largest Visual Arts Venue
Located in Singapore, National Gallery Singapore is ideal for art lovers and culture seekers interested in Southeast Asian modern art and history.
Highlights
- Explore over 8,000 artworks in Singapore’s largest visual arts venue
- Visit both long-term and special exhibitions at your own pace
- Admire the architecture of the former Supreme Court and City Hall buildings
- Join complimentary guided tours on art and building history
- Enjoy panoramic city views from the rooftop
Description
National Gallery Singapore is housed in two restored national monuments, the former Supreme Court and City Hall. It features the world’s largest public collection of modern art from Singapore and Southeast Asia.
Don’t miss the DBS Singapore Gallery, which traces Singapore’s artistic evolution, or the Keppel Centre for Art Education, offering creative activities for children. The rooftop provides panoramic views of the city.
Currently, the special exhibition Passion is Volcanic: Desire in Southeast Asian Art (R18) runs until 30 August. It includes over 70 works from pre-modern to contemporary periods, organized into three sections: Asian Mythos and Ritual, Conventions of the Erotic, and Public Arenas/Private Interiors. This exhibition explores desire as a theme across Southeast Asian cultures and artistic expressions.
Includes
- Admission to National Gallery Singapore
- Access to permanent galleries: Singapore Stories: Pathways and Detours in Art and Wu Guanzhong Gallery
- Free guided tours with an admission pass (subject to schedule and availability)
- Special exhibition Passion is Volcanic (if option selected)
Excludes
- Transportation to and from National Gallery Singapore
Important Information
- Open daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (last admission 6:30 PM)
- Free entry for children aged 6 and below
- Singapore Citizens and PRs have free general admission
- Students and teachers from local and Singapore-based international schools enter free with ID
- Free guided tours available; check schedule online or at Visitor Counter and register early due to limited availability
- Most visitors spend 2 to 3 hours exploring; guided tours last about 1 hour
- Complimentary wheelchair loans available; all galleries and restrooms are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
This activity is non-refundable.
For the best experience, book tickets in advance, check the guided tour timetable, and bring a valid ID if eligible for free entry. Visit in the morning to avoid crowds and allow sufficient time to explore the exhibitions fully.
