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National Museum of Singapore

93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897, Singapore
65 6332 3251
Ranked #12 of 295 attractions in Singapore
4.5 of 5 stars 200 Reviews
Type: Museums
Traveller Description: The National Museum of Singapore is Singapore’s oldest museum with the youngest and most innovative soul. Designed to be the people’s museum... more »
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TPHCM
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

I wanted to learn about Singapore´s past, and thus I really enjoyed this museum. The displays are great, with a walking introduction to the museum into a large cinema sort of room. You get a handset with your ticket and you can choose whichever route you want to follow. The museum´s staff are very helpful, tool. More

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Toronto, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Cheap, student discount, great information! I took a tour and thought it was very well given. It was free as well! More

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Montreal, Canada
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

I went to the Cheongsam exhibit- and I didn't appreciate the way the curators displayed the dresses. The room was dark and the details were hard to appreciate. The collection was extensive enough and it WAS a free exhibit. More

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See 6 more reviews by iamelissapan for Singapore
Adelaide
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

An interesting display of the development of Singapore. The building is a blend of a beautifully restored colonial structure and modern additions. Museum staff are very helpful. More

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melbourne
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7 reviews 7 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

had a great day here , an excellent display on the history of singapore More

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singapore
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

The Singapore History Gallery is the place to learn about local history. It is well set out and there is a good headphone system which offers the Events Path or Personal Path. Be prepared to spend a good couple of hours there. - You'll be surprised how quickly the time goes.- Also it is worth visiting the Food Gallery which... More

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See 16 more reviews by laansa for Singapore
Perth, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

A very well done overview of Singapore's history - the free headphones are well worth using. More

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Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Worth the trip. You have a choice of which stories from history you listen to. My hubby walked one way and I walked the other and we listened to different points of view. His was more factual and mine was more personel. More

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Israel
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

This was generally a fascinating and worthwhile museum for anyone interested in learning Singapore's history.. There are two routes: the event path and the personal-story trail. You get a headset with buttons to push for each station. You can spend many hours here -- there are so many accounts that it's difficult to hear them all. Inevitably, some are more... More

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Raleigh, North Carolina
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93 reviews 93 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

I am impressed with how well planned this museum is. The audio guide is great. More

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