# National Museum of Singapore — Singapore, Singapore

> Singapore's oldest museum — a neoclassical building telling the story of the island nation through the Singapore History Gallery and immersive Story of the Forest digital installation.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Daily: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Admission: From S$15 standard admission
- Free entry: Free for Singapore citizens and PRs · Free after 6 PM for all on selected evenings
- Address: 93 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178897
- Time needed: 2 hours
- Official website: https://www.nhb.gov.sg/nationalmuseum
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Story of the Forest — teamLab · 2016
- Singapore Stone Fragment — Unknown · c. 10th–13th century
- William Farquhar Natural History Drawings — William Farquhar · early 19th century
- Japanese Occupation Gallery — Curatorial installation · permanent

## FAQ
**What is Story of the Forest at the National Museum of Singapore?**
An immersive digital art installation by teamLab in the Glass Rotunda — visitors walk through a floor-to-ceiling animated forest projected from William Farquhar's natural history drawings. Included with admission.

**How long should I spend at National Museum of Singapore?**
Plan 2 hours for the highlights. Emotionally intense history museums reward unhurried visits — allow longer if reading extensively.

**What is National Museum of Singapore best known for?**
Singapore's oldest museum — a neoclassical building telling the story of the island nation through the Singapore History Gallery and immersive Story of the Forest digital installation. Key highlights include Singapore History Gallery, Story of the Forest (teamLab), William Farquhar natural history drawings.

**How do I get tickets for National Museum of Singapore?**
From S$15 standard admission Free for Singapore citizens and PRs · Free after 6 PM for all on selected evenings. Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.nhb.gov.sg/nationalmuseum

**How long does Story of the Forest take?**
Most visitors spend 15–20 minutes in the installation. It runs on a continuous loop — you can enter at any point. It is included with standard museum admission.

**Is the National Museum free for tourists?**
Standard admission is S$15 for foreign visitors. Singapore citizens and permanent residents enter free. Look for free evening entry promotions during festivals.

**Can I visit the National Museum and National Gallery in one day?**
Yes — they are a 10-minute walk apart via Fort Canning or the Padang. Many visitors do both in a single afternoon, starting at whichever opens first.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/national-museum-of-singapore/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.