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
This green oasis is found right in the city centre, offering visitors a moment of calm as well as an insight into Singapore's past.
Central Fire Station
Find out about the history of Colonial District when you spend time at Central Fire Station. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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.
Activities
Singapore Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour by Open-Top Bus
Singapore Oceanarium Entry Ticket
Singapore: Sentosa Cable Car Sky Pass – Round-Trip Ticket
Singapore Adventure Cove Waterpark Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Museum Hotel Deals
Citadines Connect City Centre Singapore
clean room, excellent staff and great amenities
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Rendezvous Hotel Singapore by Far East Hospitality
I got an early check in, great spacious room and very handy for walking around the city and get to the airport.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Carlton Hotel Singapore
I did not have breakfast
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
Clean and comfortable room and service was good. All staff are friendly and always willing to help
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Shangri-La Singapore
Staff was very courteous and the hotel was beautiful. Very large room with great view
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Changi Airport by IHG
Very comfortable and quiet. Suited our purpose.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Museum
Singapore River
UE Square 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.
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 Boat Quay or Raffles Place while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Raffles Place Station to get around town.
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.
