Sultan Mosque, Singapore
Sultan Mosque
Sultan Mosque
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9:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 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
About
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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Ray
Staines, UK773 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, UK1,905 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, Singapore11,016 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, UK739 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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Grover R
Pensacola, FL15,236 contributions
Feb 2020
Unfortunately, the day we chose to visit the Kampong Glam, the Malaysian District, the Mosque was closed for prayers. still we enjoyed its interesting architecture. While there are many mosque in Singapore. This is the most significant and most historic. While the building is almost 100 years old, the origin of this mosque goes back to the founding of Singapore and honors the Sultan of Johor who granted the land to the British in 1819. The architecture draws on a Saracenic design used by the British in India for Muslim structures, but is not necessarily consistent with Malaysian design. It has 4 minarets and two large onion domes. At the base of each is a shimmering black band made for the bottom of bottles. It is the primary attraction and most significant structure in the Kampong Glam and the very center of daily life in this district.
Written 1 April 2020
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Sharon H
Las Vegas, NV2,079 contributions
Apr 2019
We were given robes to wear at the entrance and felt truly welcomed to visit. Big, beautiful, open, and airy, with huge overhead fans and magnificent chandeliers, it provided a vast open space for prayer. Wall plaques in the rear explained the philosophy of Mohammed (the great prophet) and the Muslim religion (founded on love, acceptance, and peaceful co-existence with others).
Written 16 March 2020
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK154,252 contributions
Mar 2020
One of the major landmarks of Kampong Glam, this mosque has been around since the turn of the 20th century. It appears to have been built in the Neo-Indo-Islamic style with some Malay influences, evident in the onion domes and facades respectively. Unfortunately when I visited, the building was closed to visitors because of the Covid outbreak. It’s still open to worshippers though.
Written 10 March 2020
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Debra P
Connecticut53 contributions
Feb 2020
In order to appreciate the amalgam of cultures in Singapore, you must visit a mosque, and this one is gorgeous. Eat some Murtabak at ZamZam across the street (I couldn't do a review of them but the murtabak was dee-lish!).
Written 27 February 2020
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Srishti
Mumbai, India18 contributions
Oct 2019
This mosque is a treat to the eyes and a perfect picture spot. The golden dome marvels in the sunlight and cannot be missed during your Singapore trip. However I did not enter the mosque but couldn't be any more impressed even by just looking at it from the outside.
Written 23 February 2020
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TopKingofKings
Nottingham, UK550 contributions
Feb 2020
This is a very impressive mosque right at the heart of the Arabic Quarter of the city - very beautiful from the outside and inside. As a muslim, I did pray in this mosque in congregation which was awesome. For non-muslim visitors, there will be notices regarding when to enter the mosque - you will be forbidden to enter while prayers are taking place. I'm unsure when the visitors can come and have a look but I suspect the best time would be probably between 9.00am and 11.30am since there are no prayers during this time but it is best to find out from the mosque committee regarding this matter. The mosque is close to Bugis MRT on the Downtown line. When you are visiting the place, please make sure you apply to the rules regarding clothing - the ladies will be given clothing to cover the body and the hair. Also be respectful when you visit any religious sites like mosques, temples and cathedrals
Written 11 February 2020
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pinksweetpotato
Los Angeles, CA129 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, India497 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, Australia115 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, India32 contributions
Are women allowed? Anything specific to be followed?
Robert C
Weybridge, UK40 contributions
I went with my wife and we were both made very welcome. Just wear sensible clothing and of course shoes off at the door. We found it very interesting and we would recommend that you go there. The surrounding area is also attractive. Have a great visit
Aruna A
Mumbai, India32 contributions
Are women allowed? Anything specific to be followed?
929BillB929
Colleyville, TX160 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.
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
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