700 Years in 140 Minutes Tour at National Museum of Singapore

Explore Singapore’s oldest museum and uncover 700 years of Singapore’s history through engaging interpretation with your licensed guide now.
About this Event

Your Singapore journey can be more than simply checking off the sights. If you would like to discover the city through its history, stories and people, join Joy, a Singapore Licensed Tourist Guide, for a private guided experience at the National Museum of Singapore consisting of Routunda and A Whale of a Tale.

Enter into Singapore’s oldest museum and uncover the story of 700 years of Singapore’s history through engaging interpretation, fascinating exhibits and stories brought to life at Singapore Odyssea: A Journey Through Time to the latest Singapore History Gallery. Enjoy your day with a sip of local traditional coffee, tea or milo and create lots of fun memories.

Agenda
Meet at the Rotunda (main lobby) of National Museum of Singapore.

Info: Meeting Point and a short briefing prior to the start of the tour.

Admire Hundred Years of Historic Architecture

Info: Admire the National Museum’s historic architecture, iconic dome and the blend of heritage and contemporary museum spaces. Learn about the museum itself and, if you enjoy photography, discover some of the best spots for capturing your Singapore memories.

Family Favourite at a Whale of a Tale Playground

Info: Travelling with children? Make the museum visit an adventure for the whole family! A Whale of a Tale offers interactive experiences designed to engage children of different ages.

Enjoy Local Flavours Experience

Info: Enjoy a complimentary cup of traditional Singaporean Kopi or Teh (Coffee/Tea), a choice of Milo for children and experience a taste of everyday local life.

Travel back in time to 700 Years of History Journey

Info: Accompany your visit around from Singapore Odyssea: A Journey Through Time to the Singapore History Gallery, explore Singapore’s story from its early history in the 14th century through the colonial era, World War II, independence and nation-building, to the modern city of today.

Through exhibits, objects and stories, discover how Singapore has evolved over the centuries — and the people and communities who shaped it.