Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
4.5
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
About
The Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum (BTRTM) was founded in 2002 by Venerable Shi Fazhao. It was registered by the Registrar of Societies in 20th February 2003, and as a charity under the Charities Act in 8th January 2004. The Temple is dedicated to the Maitreya Buddha, which means 'The Compassionate One', and also called 'The Future Buddha'. (A)WEEKLY FREE GUIDED TOUR: BTRTM is pleased to offer a 1 1/2 - 2 hrs long guided tour of the Temple every Saturdays at 2pm. The tour will be conducted free-of-charge in English by the temple's Volunteers guides. Limited slots are available per weekly session. Confirmed registration is based on first-come-first-serve basis. (B)DISCOVERING BUDDHISM: Shakyanmuni Buddha had gained insight into the truth, perfected the qualities of wisdom and compassion over 2560 years ago. His teachings develops clarity in minds, enables abilities to end suffering and finds lasting happiness. Buddha Tooth Relic Temple is carrying on the mission in offering "Discovering Buddhism' programme. 'Discovering Buddhism' is a specially designed programme for participants to gain experiential taste of Chinese Mahayana Buddhist etiquette, Basic Buddhist teachings and Basic Meditation within a day. This English taught programme is suitable for both tourists who wish to learn more about Buddhism and experienced learners who needs a refresher. Participants will benefit from the interactive and engaging teaching led by Venerable Wu Xiang and Venerable Ru Zhi who have more than a decade experience teaching Buddhism and Meditation in different cultural settings! [Chinese Mahayana Buddhist Etiquette] Buddhist etiquette is an important part of every Buddhist life. It expresses religious sentiments to the Buddha, the Teacher (Monk or Nun) and promotes gracefulness in social interactions. This is also a mean of training in mindfulness in every action one is taking. [Basic Buddhist teachings] Buddhism has been transmitted over the past centuries because of its timeless and enduring message to the spiritual needs of man in finding true peace, happiness, and well-being. In this part of the programme, learn about the basic essential knowledge of Buddhism. [Basic Meditation] Buddhist have been practicing meditation in cultivating calm, focused and positive states of mind. Introductory of technique will be taught to enable the participants to learn practical tips on how to achieve a clearer state of mind and focus better. Things to take note : * Avoid wearing hats, shorts or revealing tops * The organizer reserves the right to cancel the tour due to unforeseen circumstances. In such instances, registrants will be notified via their mobile phones.
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Neighbourhood: Outram
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- Telok Ayer • 6 min walk
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Jacqui R
Oxford, UK131 contributions
May 2023 • Family
Our first Buddhist Temple visit! What a treat!! Truly not to be missed!! Especially as it's free!! Four wonderful floors!! With a quieter meditation space open to all, as well as a truly beautiful lush contemplative garden with prayer wheel on the roof!!
Written 22 May 2023
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HotelCritic558
Bath, UK82 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
An interesting wander through the chant-filled air of this active Buddhist Temple. Quite an experience for a western visitor.
Bring plenty of small coins and low value notes for offerings.
Bring plenty of small coins and low value notes for offerings.
Written 21 May 2023
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asthecrowsfly2
Melbourne, Australia219 contributions
May 2023
We visited the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple in May 2023. The Temple is quite ornate and beautiful. We were mindful not to interrupt people taking worship at the time of our visit. It is a requirement to dress modestly out of respect, and whilst it wasn't a requirement for us to wear headscarves, we had them with us. Several ladies were given long sarong-like garments to cover exposed areas of their bodies if it was deemed necessary before entering the temple. We were able to buy some small items such as beaded bracelets inside the temple. Definitely a must-see destination.
Written 14 May 2023
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Ajay Sharma
Mumbai, India58 contributions
Apr 2023
visited the temple on 20th april.
the temple is located in china town and is very beautiful. the different statues of buddha & the dragons are very beautiful. The temple is very beautifully decorated in bright colours and is a nice place & definitely worth a visit while in singapore. A must see.
the temple is located in china town and is very beautiful. the different statues of buddha & the dragons are very beautiful. The temple is very beautifully decorated in bright colours and is a nice place & definitely worth a visit while in singapore. A must see.
Written 25 April 2023
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dabud69
Lake Country, Canada275 contributions
Feb 2023
Interesting place, we didn't do the tour, there was a player in session, but got to look around and see most everything anyway, just with no interpretation
Written 6 April 2023
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shawna196
Vancouver, Canada32 contributions
Mar 2023
This temple/museum was close to our hotel so we popped in for a few minutes, it was actually better than I expected and we probably spent 30 - 40 minutes there! It is free and you walk through the different levels to see the treasures, gardens and learn about Buddhism. I really enjoyed it.
Written 29 March 2023
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bob2bkk
Bangkok, Thailand5,943 contributions
Feb 2023
Located about 2 blocks up from Pagoda Street in Chinatown, you will find the Temple. It is a beautiful structure outside and in. It is free to enter and the colorful designs and gold Buddha's are stunning. Nice to visit, but also to reflect and worship. We found ourselves mesmerized as we stood and observed the meaning and education that the many Buddha's statutes depicted. It's definitely worth a visit. Beats walking thru the junk shops of Chinatown.
Written 18 March 2023
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moreholidaysplease87
Lincolnshire, UK292 contributions
Feb 2023
Easy to get to, well worth a visit and interesting seeing old Singapore heritage and the architecture
Written 26 February 2023
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AdrienneLubbe
Johannesburg, South Africa73 contributions
Feb 2023
An interesting visit - very colourful and beautiful in side and out, but the actual Tooth relic is behind glass and difficult to see. They have a bathroom there if you need one whilst in China Town.
Written 12 February 2023
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DENISE T
Newcastle, UK358 contributions
Jan 2023
Just how much is there to see!!!
Hadn't meant to visit that day so was under dressed but given (free of charge) cover ups by a really pleasant man at the entrance.
So glad we visited as was such an experience
Hadn't meant to visit that day so was under dressed but given (free of charge) cover ups by a really pleasant man at the entrance.
So glad we visited as was such an experience
Written 9 February 2023
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Scentedlotus🌺
Sydney, Australia11,495 contributions
I know that the temple opens at 7 am but at what time does the viewing of the Buddha Tooth relic become open ?
Heather, NZ
11 contributions
Hi
We were there about 10am and it was open then, but not sure if the whole complex is open at 7am or just the main temple for worshippers.
Laura S
Derby, UK64 contributions
Do the cover up rules of no shorts apply to children? My children are 10 and 8. It’s fine if they do just want to make sure I’m prepared. Thank you
Chris J
Chester, UK551 contributions
I don't think it applies to children. I was also OK to go in with shorts and a polo shirt. We found that many of the temples were very welcoming and friendly.
The only temple where I have had to wear long trousers was in Bangkok.
Where can we get those sarongs and scarfs?
marcusrjr
Sao Paulo, SP1,595 contributions
They usually have it to borrow in the entrance, for free.
SteveSBrickUSA
Brick, NJ7,588 contributions
MRT from Orchard City Centre to Buddha Tooth Relic
What MRT colored line should we take?
What MRT Station to we get out at to be closest to Buddha Tooth Relic and Museum?
SurfingWild
Bandung, Indonesia40,103 contributions
The Chinatown MRT station is just at the top end of Pagoda Street which is only a 5 to 10 minute walk from the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple. It's on the NE Line.
Rosaa_08
281 contributions
Can I visit this temple if I wear a headscarf??
I know in Sri Lanka you cannot.. wondering if it’s a similar issue here as I know you cannot wear caps
aoifebdillon
Worthing, UK117 contributions
The temple provides sarongs & scarfs
Ritu_b2510
Jaipur, India3 contributions
Hi, I am visiting Singapore in 1st week of june, can some please suggest what all to cover in 1 day city tour to Singapore. We are going Sentosa for 3 days and then staying in merina bay sands for 2 days. One day we kept for shopping at orchard toad and 1day for city tour. Kindly suggest worth visiting places for city tour. Thanks
AsisBandyopadhyay
Kolkata (Calcutta), India1,195 contributions
Jurong Bird Park, Night Safari, China Town, Little India including Mustafa Centre.
hdvietnam3210
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
We are tourists (4 people), we plan to visit the temple on Vesak Day (29/05/2018), however it seems a bit late to arrive (about 6:30 pm). On that particular day, the Temple still closed at 7 pm or later?
Lem
Davao City, Philippines76 contributions
it close around 6:00pm. Better go there earlier
emiliemargerit
Saint-Etienne, France
Bonjour, Je souhaiterais savoir si l'entrée est payante? et si oui quel est le prix par personne?
Merci d'avance
Emilie
fannysv
La Coruna, Spain826 contributions
Free entrance!!! Enjoooyyyyy!!!
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum, Singapore
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