Museums & exhibitions for families in Singapore

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ACM & Me Children’s Activity Space

A hands-on children’s gallery with playful activities, Asian-art discoveries and a calm corner. Socks are required for everyone entering the space; weekend visits require advance booking with limited walk-ins.

Civic District

All ages · Free for SG/PR · museum admission terms apply to other visitors

Daily 10 AM–6 PM · Fri to 8 PM · closed 12:30–2 PM daily and 6–7 PM Fri

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Battlebox

Explore the underground WWII command bunker and permanent displays about the final days before Singapore’s surrender. Basic admission is free; reserve ahead. The Enhanced Experience adds an audio tour and projection rooms: standard adult S$20 / child 5–17 S$15; Singapore citizen/PR adult S$15 / child S$10. Children 4 and under enter free without audio equipment. The visit page requires a paying adult for children 12 and under.

Civic District

Children welcome; ages 12 and under require an accompanying adult · Free basic admission · Enhanced Experience paid · visit page requires a paying adult for children 12 and under

Tue–Sun, including public holidays · 10 AM–6 PM · last entry 5 PM · closed Mon

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Changi Chapel and Museum

Visit the museum and chapel to explore stories of wartime Changi. Families should consider children's readiness for wartime themes. Check visitor notices and ticket eligibility before travelling; Upper Changi MRT requires an onward bus journey.

Changi

No minimum age stated · wartime subject matter · Free for citizens/PRs and children ≤6; other adults S$9 plus GST

Tue–Sun 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · last entry 5 PM · Mondays closed except PH

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Children’s Museum Singapore

Singapore’s dedicated children’s museum uses interactive exhibits, storytelling and play to help young visitors engage with Singapore and the world. Advance timeslot booking is recommended and walk-ins are not guaranteed.

Civic District

For children 12 years and below · Pre-book a timeslot; check current ticket terms

Tue–Sun, 9am–5:45pm; closed 12:45pm–2pm for cleaning

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Civil Defence Heritage Gallery

Explore Singapore’s civil-defence history, firefighting and rescue technology through heritage displays and interactive stations. Walk-ins are welcome; guided tours can be requested separately.

Civic District

Families · interactive heritage gallery · Walk-in gallery · check current visit terms

Tue–Sun including public holidays · 10 AM–5 PM · closed Mon

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Former Ford Factory

Visit this national monument and permanent history exhibition about Singapore during the Second World War and the site's role in the events of 1942.

Bukit Timah

All ages · Free for citizens, PRs and children 6 & under · foreign adult admission applies

9:00 AM–5:30 PM · Tue–Sun · closed Mon

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Fort Canning Centre: A Century of Transformation

Discover a century of change through archival photographs, documents and artefacts. Follow Fort Canning Centre’s transformation from military barracks in 1926 to a commercial squash complex and a home for the arts. This self-guided exhibition is separate from the scheduled guided tour.

Civic District

Heritage enthusiasts and families · Free admission

5 Sep 2026–31 Mar 2027 · daily, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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Fort Canning Heritage Gallery

Trace more than 700 years of Fort Canning Hill’s history across five themed zones on two levels of the south wing of Fort Canning Centre. See archaeological artefacts excavated in the park and a short film in the mini-theatrette. This is a self-guided gallery visit; scheduled guided tours are separate events.

Civic District

Heritage visitors · Free admission

Daily, 10 AM–6 PM · closed on the last Monday of each month

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Harry Potter: Visions of Magic

A self-guided immersive art experience inspired by mysterious locations from the wizarding world, using responsive video, architecture, sound and interactive technology across a large indoor experience.

Sentosa

Families · check current ticket and child-admission terms · Ticketed · peak pricing varies by date

Open on selected dates · check current timed-entry availability

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HDB LIVINGSPACE Gallery

Explore how Singapore’s homes and neighbourhoods developed through models, multimedia and interactive exhibits. Visit at your own pace; groups of 10 or more must book ahead. Guided tours are not available.

Toa Payoh

Families · no published age restriction · Free admission

Mon–Sat 08:30–17:00 · closed Sundays and public holidays

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Indian Heritage Centre

Explore Singapore Indian heritage through permanent galleries and rotating displays in Little India. The museum also runs guided tours and family-oriented programmes.

Little India

All ages · Free for Singapore citizens & PRs · foreign admission applies

10:00 AM–6:00 PM · Tue–Sun · closed Mon

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Learning Gallery at Singapore Art Museum

A free contemporary-art gallery created around curiosity, childhood and learning. The current edition presents works across different media and themes, with learning resources designed to help visitors of different ages engage with the art.

Outram

All ages · family learning resources available · Free for all

Daily · 10 AM–7 PM · current edition until 27 Jun 2027

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Madame Tussauds Singapore

An indoor interactive attraction with celebrity figures, Singapore-history experiences and the Spirit of Singapore boat ride. Optional ticket packages can include Marvel 4D and other add-ons.

Sentosa

Families · individual add-ons may have separate restrictions · Ticketed · packages and add-ons vary

Daily · check current admission hours

View activity: Madame Tussauds Singapore
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Mandai Gallery

Discover how Mandai evolved from a young zoo into a major wildlife and conservation destination through interactive exhibits on animal care, conservation and the precinct’s development.

Mandai

All ages · Complimentary access with eligible Mandai ticket, membership or WildPass

10:00 AM–7:00 PM · daily

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National Museum Family Programmes

A changing set of kid-friendly installations, trails and activities for families exploring Singapore’s history together. Current family programming includes the interactive Get Curious! Building Our Singapore installation for ages three and above.

Civic District

Families with children · current Get Curious! installation 3+ · Free and paid programmes · permanent galleries free for SG/PR

Museum daily 10 AM–7 PM · individual family programmes vary

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NUS Museum

Explore art, archaeology and material culture collections at NUS Museum, including long-running and temporary exhibitions across Southeast Asian, Chinese and modern art.

Clementi

All ages · Free admission

10:00 AM–6:00 PM · Tue–Sat · closed Sun & public holidays

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Singapore Air Force Museum

Explore aviation heritage through interactive galleries, storytelling and multisensory exhibits. The museum also advertises paper-craft activities; check current admission terms and activity availability.

Paya Lebar

All ages · Check current admission eligibility and ticket terms

10 AM–5 PM · closed Wednesday

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Singapore City Gallery

Explore city models and interactive exhibits about how Singapore is planned. A self-guided indoor visit; groups of more than 20 visitors must book ahead.

Outram

Families · no published age restriction · Free admission

Mon–Sat 09:00–17:00 · closed Sundays and public holidays

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Singapore Discovery Centre — Galleries and Family Activities

Explore Singapore’s story through immersive galleries and family programmes. The centre lists Through the Lens of Time and Sandbox alongside separately booked attractions; check each activity’s admission rules.

Pioneer

All ages · individual attractions have separate requirements · Admission and activity charges vary; check selected tickets

Check current opening hours and programme calendar

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Singapore Maritime Gallery

Discover ships, port operations and Singapore’s maritime story through interactive exhibits. Gallery admission is free; book separately if you want to join a scheduled guided tour.

Marina Bay

Families · no published age restriction · Free admission

Tue–Sun 09:00–18:00 · Mondays closed except public holidays

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Stories of Everyday — National Museum’s 139th Anniversary Celebrations

Celebrate everyday Singapore stories through installations, a design market, performances and selected workshops. Festival entry is free; selected workshops are ticketed separately. The Singapore History Gallery is free for all visitors only from 10 to 12 October; regular admission conditions apply afterwards, including for in-gallery performances. Individual programmes have their own age and registration requirements.

Civic District

Families · individual programmes have their own age requirements · Free festival entry · Some activities paid · History Gallery free for all 10–12 Oct only

10 Oct 2026 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; 11 Oct 2026 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; 12 Oct 2026 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; 13 Oct 2026 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; 14 Oct 2026 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; 15 Oct 2026 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; 16 Oct 2026 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; 17 Oct 2026 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; 18 Oct 2026 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

View activity: Stories of Everyday — National Museum’s 139th Anniversary Celebrations
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The Secret Vault: An Immersive Experience

Explore six interactive chambers about safeguarding Singapore’s reserves, including a shopping challenge, a weather room, a maze and a digital garden. Recommended for ages 10 and above; all ages are welcome. Every visitor, including children, needs a free entry ticket. Last admission is one hour before closing. Walk-in registration is subject to available slots.

River Valley

Recommended for ages 10+ · all ages admitted · Free · Registration required for every visitor

10 Oct–1 Nov 2026 · Mon 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM · Tue–Thu 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Fri–Sun 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

View activity: The Secret Vault: An Immersive Experience