Sultan Mosque
Sultan Mosque
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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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A century later in 1928, Denis Santry, an architect of Swan and McLaren, employed the Islamic-Saracenic style that combines ideas from Indian and Islamic traditions, designing a Mosque that incorporated the use of minarets and balusters.
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- SierraAlphaFoxtrotLeicester, United Kingdom119 contributionsAmazing mosqueThe Sultan Mosque is truly the jewel in the crown of Singapore. It is located really close to Bugis Station [close to Raffles Hospital] and Queen Street Bus Station. The architecture is utterly breathtaking, the inside is beautiful and the recitation is melodious and heartfelt. I had the outstanding pleasure of praying many salaat at this majid during my 5 weeks tenure in SG. I highly recommend going a little early and praying a few rakat's of sunnah or nafil if you want to be in the front rows! I highly recommend visiting this mosque near Arab Street because its super Instagramable! But for non-Muslim's, do be aware that this is a functioning mosque, with daily prayers, funeral prayers, marriages etc being conducted. Also, please be aware of the traditions of Islam and the Muslim people- please do not attend in clothes that do not cover your body fully [shoulders uncovered, short shorts/skirts/dresses] and only enter through gate 5 at the designated tour times- it's a functioning mosque for the local and international muslim community and can cause serious and deep offence. Highly recommended!Visited January 2020Written 9 February 2020
- LillghaHong Kong, China119 contributionsAn Absolute Treasure!I have visited SG several times but never been to Arab Street ever until in Dec'19. It is an absolute treasure, charming and very fascinating in terms of ambiance around the area, artistic boutique stores, lots of fabrics shops, Arabian lanterns, perfume, carpets, beautiful mosque etc. The iconic Sultan Mosque stands in middle of the area. The mosque staffs were pretty welcoming and allow everyone to enter and take a glace of beautiful beige and emerald colour interior. It felt calm and serene in that single wide opened hall which is beautifully decorated with beautiful carpet and gifted chandeliers from Arab nations. Right in front of the mosque, plenty of Mediterranean, Malay, Turkish, Moroccan alfresco dining options are available. We had a beautiful long lunch in one of restaurants (no alcohol though). I would highly recommend anyone visiting Singapore who likes a bit of history and old treasure..Visited December 2019Written 27 January 2020
- Yuet LianSingapore, Singapore3 contributionsReally interesting visit with great guidesWe casually walked to Kampong Glam because we were nearby, and we had to visit the Sultan Mosque. It was really nice as they provided clothing for us because we were wearing shorts, so even if you are not wearing appropriately, you can still go in! The guides inside were very friendly and approachable as well, and can speak many languages. There were information galleries once you enter and you can use the interactive screens to know more about the etiquette and history of the mosque itself. Although we only walked around the first floor, we spent a good 1 hour reading and talking with the guides.Visited July 2019Travelled with familyWritten 1 February 2020
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Fahdi
Jakarta, Indonesia95 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
First time to this mosque.. this mosque is located in kampoeng glam singapore.. good mosque design.. there are special clothes for those who wear shorts et al.. mosque skitar building, very instagramble for photo spot
Written 14 August 2023
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bob2bkk
Bangkok, Thailand5,965 contributions
Feb 2023
Beautiful designed and colorful Mosque just beyond Arab Street. Mainstay of the local Malaysian community. It is open for respectful viewing. Great architectural design.
Written 18 March 2023
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AFAK25
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia3,681 contributions
Jan 2023 • Solo
The traditional heartland of the Malay community of Singapore and Sultan Mosque is an edifice of the bygone era. Ethnic Malays still come to this area for shopping and dining especially on weekends and when the prayer time comes, many would congregate here to offer prayers.
Unlike many mosques in other areas in Singapore, the azan is still played on loudspeakers.
Unlike many mosques in other areas in Singapore, the azan is still played on loudspeakers.
Written 21 January 2023
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Chang Percy
Taipei, Taiwan92 contributions
Oct 2022
This is an iconic landmark of Singapore! The building is gorgeous, impressive and well maintained. The ambience is calm and clean.
Written 14 October 2022
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B T
London, UK1,140 contributions
Aug 2022
This was very good, the building is exceptional, with great golden domes. You can go inside and the staff were really very welcoming and friendly.
Written 27 August 2022
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Vicki
Townsville, Australia11 contributions
Jul 2022 • Solo
As a solo woman explorer Singapore is brilliant. The city has great hop-on and off buses if you are on sightseeing mode, the night life is fabulously safe and everything is very close.
Written 22 July 2022
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Ray
Staines, UK786 contributions
Apr 2021
This mosque reminds me of Asma bint Alvi mosque in Muscat Oman which is also very beautiful with same orange dome but yellow theme. This one however has slightly different architecture but equally subtle green colour.
It's named after Sultan Hussein Shah who was the first sultan of Singapore. It was first built in 1824 when Sultan and his family moved in next door and settled here in the area. It was rebuilt 100 years later in 1928 in current shape and form due to original being just bricks and wood.
Currently its a national monument and very famous cultural landmark other than just a place of worship.
It's named after Sultan Hussein Shah who was the first sultan of Singapore. It was first built in 1824 when Sultan and his family moved in next door and settled here in the area. It was rebuilt 100 years later in 1928 in current shape and form due to original being just bricks and wood.
Currently its a national monument and very famous cultural landmark other than just a place of worship.
Written 15 April 2021
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Chelsea B
Milton Keynes, UK2,024 contributions
Dec 2019
After an original mosque was built on the site in 1824 for the first Sultan of Singapore, this impressive building, with it's onion shaped domes, was erected in 1928 and now stands as a national monument. Although we didn't venture inside the beautiful architecture can be admired externally and I adored the gold detailing.
Written 13 November 2020
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kim buay p
Singapore, Singapore11,207 contributions
Oct 2020
Sultan Mosque is the focal point of Kampong Glam. The main entrance gate is at the junction of Muscat and Bussorah Street. This present building was designed by the Irish architect Denis Santry of Swan and MacLaren. This building is most outstanding for its two large golden-yellow onion domes. Notice the brown bottles packed closely just below the domes. It was donated by the community. Four tall slender minarets with mini-balconies and octagonal shafts occupy the four corners. It was gazetted as a national monument in 1975.
Written 29 October 2020
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Aslam_Sherif
London, UK752 contributions
Aug 2019
This is an iconic Mosque in Singapore. The architecture of this mosque is really beautiful from inside and outside. The mosque has been there since 20th century. I visited this mosque during Maghrib and Friday Jumma prayer. The mosque is really busy during Friday Jumma prayer. This is the only mosque in Singapore where you can hear the Adhan(calling for prayer). This is a very well maintained mosque and everyone I met were very approachable and friendly. I would definitely recommend a visit to this mosque.
Written 21 May 2020
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Can women pray salah at this mosque?
Chang Percy
Taipei, Taiwan92 contributions
Yes
pinksweetpotato
Los Angeles, CA204 contributions
I cannot go during the times that are open to the public. Is it still mostly visible from the outside even if I cannot go in?
div106
New Delhi, India500 contributions
Yes , you can take pictures from outside . Try going on a full moon night to get a spectacular view of the mosque .
Jenifer_12
Hobart, Australia116 contributions
Hi,
Anybody know if the daytime opening hours are the same during Ramadan? I couldn’t find any information about it on their website.
Thanks
Vincent M
New Orleans, LA2,213 contributions
I doubt that the Sultan Mosque would be closed to infidels during Ramadan. I’ll be in the Middle East this Ramadan, and expect no problems in either Egypt or Istanbul. Southeast Asian mosques in general are much more welcoming than those in the Near East (let alone those in North Africa anywhere between Cairo and Morocco). Time your visit though: avoid going during prayer times, and go when it’s sunny (to get the best photos of the dome). I’d avoid going on a Friday during Ramadan. Checking with your hotel might be a good idea. Obviously being covered from neck to wrists and ankles is important any time of year. I discuss masjid etiquette, as well as the Sultan Mosque’s architecture and history, at some length in my TA review of it. Three points of etiquette I did not put into my review are (a) always step into the mosque with your right foot first, and exit with your left foot first; (b) if sitting, keep your feet pointing away from the mihrab, just as in Buddhist temples you never point them at the Buddha; (c) during Ramadan, don’t display, let alone consume, any food or beverage in the vicinity of the Sultan Mosque. Since Singapore’s primarily non-Muslim, eating and drinking anywhere else in town is no problem. If you’re planning to see the Southern Ridges, Bukit Timah, Buddha Tooth Temple, National Museum, or Singapore Zoo, you might my reviews of those attractions useful. Pity Singapore’s so expensive: it’s my favourite city in the world.
Aruna A
Mumbai, India36 contributions
Are women allowed? Anything specific to be followed?
929BillB929
Colleyville, TX161 contributions
Yes, women are welcomed. Might have to add a provided shawl depending on dress.
Noemi Iurino
Bari, Italy
ciao, la moschea è gratuita? in contrario è preferibile acquistarle il ticket online? grazie
Jeanette M
Cairns, Australia475 contributions
No si paga niente! Ma si deve essere cortese e viene vestito correttamente. Si lascia, naturalmente, scarpe furori.
JGan14
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Hi. in visiting the Sultan Mosque, do I need to fill out a form in advance? is there any fee to be paid inside?
paul g
Brisbane, Australia818 contributions
Hi. No form was needed and no fee was charged when I was there. I just arrived and a very helpful 'worshipper' explained many things and answered questions for me. Language was a slight barrier. Enjoy!
Robert S W
Bowral11 contributions
Good morning from Sydney NSW Australia. We are visiting Singapore 21 - 25 the Aug 2017. When would be a good time to visit Sultan Mosque, and perhaps have a tour? Kind Regards Robert
Jeanette M
Cairns, Australia475 contributions
From what I've seen, there are no 'tours' in any of the houses of worship in Singapore. If the mosque is open; they aren't in the middle of prayers, then you can take off shoes and socks and go in. These are religious establishments, not museums. If you're quiet, polite, decorously dressed, however, you'll be welcomed... just look closely before taking a photo. In some houses of worship there will be discrete signs reading; No Photo or No Entry. If you follow their requests they'll be delighted! Remember to have $1 or $2 in a convenient pocket of a donations or charity box. And yes, Zam Zam is an excellent idea before / after your visit. If you sit at a table on the footpath of ZamZam, you can enjoy the view of the back of the Sultan Mosque while eating their delicious food!
Sakis Greece
Thessaloniki, Greece378 contributions
Is there a dressing code to allow the entrance? Women allowed inside?
yes, there is a dressing code where you have to cover yourself with provided attire. worry not.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sultan Mosque
- Sultan Mosque is open:
- Fri - Fri 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
- Sat - Thu 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- Sat - Thu 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- We recommend booking Sultan Mosque tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 17 Sultan Mosque tours on Tripadvisor
- Hotels near Sultan Mosque:
- (0.08 km) CUBE - Boutique Capsule Hotel @ Kampong Glam
- (0.13 km) Village Hotel Bugis by Far East Hospitality
- (0.09 km) Hotel NuVe
- (0.07 km) Adamson Inn
- (0.19 km) Rest Bugis Hotel
- Restaurants near Sultan Mosque:
- (0.03 km) Al-Tasneem Restaurant
- (0.04 km) Victory Restaurant
- (0.05 km) Ichikokudo Hokkaido Ramen
- (0.07 km) The White Label
- (0.16 km) Positano Risto
- Attractions near Sultan Mosque:
- (0.00 km) Muscat Street
- (0.00 km) Gelam Gallery
- (0.06 km) Jamal Kazura Aromatics
- (0.16 km) Haji Lane
- (0.17 km) Arab Street