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National Museum of Singapore

93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897, Singapore
65 6332 3251
Ranked #11 of 295 attractions in Singapore
4.5 of 5 stars 202 Reviews
Type: Museums
Traveller Description: The National Museum of Singapore is Singapore’s oldest museum with the youngest and most innovative soul. Designed to be the people’s museum... more »
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Jakarta, Indonesia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW
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If you come to Singapore,this is one of the "must-come" place,forget about Sentosa,Singapore flyer,this is the real thing. My most favorite part is the history section,you'll know a lot about Singapore history once you finished it, You better come in the noon because If I'm not mistaken they'll be close at 5 p.m And then there are some kind like... More

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nottingham
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

We went here because it was raining & were glad we did as it is a fascinating collection which we could have spent more time in. However the sun came out! The Tang ship wreck collection is very good & the textiles and ancient (& not so ancient) artifacts are great

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TPHCM
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

I wanted to learn about Singapore´s past, and thus I really enjoyed this museum. The displays are great, with a walking introduction to the museum into a large cinema sort of room. You get a handset with your ticket and you can choose whichever route you want to follow. The museum´s staff are very helpful, tool.

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Toronto, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Cheap, student discount, great information! I took a tour and thought it was very well given. It was free as well!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

I went to the Cheongsam exhibit- and I didn't appreciate the way the curators displayed the dresses. The room was dark and the details were hard to appreciate. The collection was extensive enough and it WAS a free exhibit.

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Adelaide
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

An interesting display of the development of Singapore. The building is a blend of a beautifully restored colonial structure and modern additions. Museum staff are very helpful.

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melbourne
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

had a great day here , an excellent display on the history of singapore

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

The Singapore History Gallery is the place to learn about local history. It is well set out and there is a good headphone system which offers the Events Path or Personal Path. Be prepared to spend a good couple of hours there. - You'll be surprised how quickly the time goes.- Also it is worth visiting the Food Gallery which... More

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Perth, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

A very well done overview of Singapore's history - the free headphones are well worth using.

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Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Worth the trip. You have a choice of which stories from history you listen to. My hubby walked one way and I walked the other and we listened to different points of view. His was more factual and mine was more personel.

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