Museum Travel Guide
Singapore
Popular places to visit
National Museum of Singapore
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Singapore during your travels in Colonial District. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Fort Canning Park
The historic and leafy oasis in the heart of Singapore’s downtown precinct offers a trip through the city's wartime history or just a simple walk in the park.
Singapore Art Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Singapore Art Museum in Colonial District. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Plaza Singapura
During your visit to Singapore, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Plaza Singapura. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Old Hill Street Police Station
You can find out about the history of Colonial District with a trip to Old Hill Street Police Station. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Singapore Management University
Enjoy the student vibe at Singapore Management University as part of your travels around Colonial District. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Singapore: Gardens by the Bay Admission E-Ticket
Singapore Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour by Open-Top Bus
Singapore Adventure Cove Waterpark Admission Ticket
Singapore National Orchid Gardens E-ticket
Top hotels in Museum
Carlton Hotel Singapore
Typical 4 star business hotel. Good size clean rooms, little storage space but everything you need. Nice, well organised breakfast with a good selection. Only downside was the traffic noise, as on busy road,
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Changi Airport by IHG
Gorgeous room, excellent staff, quick and efficient check in. Club room was awesome. Really enjoyed our layover in Singapore and it was a 10 minute walk to our terminal. Highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
Spartan , as advertised clean and great view from upper stories Great location The biggest surprise was buffet breakfast . It was very reasonable and of very high quality. The coffee machine was excellent.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Capri By Fraser China Square, Singapore
Clean and spacious room with plenty of amenities! Really enjoyed the kitchenette with plates, cups, utensils, and microwave! Shower and shower pressure was amazing. Beds were incredibly comfortable. Rooftop pool was well kept and self serve laundry was a bonus. Great location, close to MRT, and very ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Pan Pacific Singapore
The stay was gorgeous and the food was delicious in the breakfast buffet. One of the best hotels in the world.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre
Staff
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Museum
Singapore River
Robertson Walk and Robertson Quay are a few top attractions in Singapore River. Hop around the city on the metro at Fort Canning MRT station or Clarke Quay Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops.
Clarke Quay
Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Clarke Quay. You can visit top attractions like Clarke Quay Central and Clarke Quay Mall, and jump on the metro at Clarke Quay Station or Fort Canning MRT station to see more of the city.
Bencoolen
Bencoolen is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Bugis Street Shopping District and Sim Lim Square.
Downtown Singapore
Downtown Singapore is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Orchard Road and Clarke Quay Central. See more of Singapore by jumping on the metro at Clarke Quay Station or Chinatown Station.
Bugis Village
If you're spending time in Bugis Village, you might enjoy attractions like Bugis Street Shopping District and Bugis+ Shopping Center. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Bugis Station to see more of the city.
Financial District Singapore
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by China Square Central or Raffles Place while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Raffles Place Station to get around town.
