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The Istana
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based on 96 reviewsOpen tomorrow at 8:30-18:00
Recommended sightseeing time:1-2 hours
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Orchard Rd, Singapore 238823Map
Phone8720 6021
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The presidential palace in Singapore, which is open regularly for people to visit every year. The buildings in the presidential palace also include buildings of various styles, and there are also a variety of humanistic landscapes. You can pay attention to this official website. There will be notices when you strive to open every year. It is recommended that you bring children to visit here.
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The Singapore Presidential Palace on Orchard Road was built in 1867. This Singapore Presidential Palace has architectural features such as Gothic, Romanesque and Renaissance styles. It is solemn and grand. In addition to the main building, there are also ancillary buildings such as fountains, presidential gardens, and Victoria Hall.
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- naturewonders
Istana Park#naturewonders Standing just opposite to the Istana front gate and Plaza Singapura is the Istana park and everyone knows the Istana is the presidential office of our current sitting president. The park faces the front of the Istana gate and it offers the perfect view to get some photos of the monthly changing of guards ceremony directly from the opposite. There is also a centrepiece artwork that is 26m long Festival Arch in the middle of a rectangle pond when fishes swims free in the contained space. The design symbolises the gateposts and railings at the Istana Entrance, makes you feel very patriotic as a SingaporeanProjectbluebook24
Istana tripGetting There - It is walking distance from Dhoby Ghaut MRT. do come early as the crowd will be lesser. Attractions - The museum and palace ground. There is an entrance fee to the museum (inside the palace). To avoid long queue, as soon as you enter the ground, go to the palace and get your tickets. No cash payment, only PayLah. Also, you can get to take picture with the president in the morning. Food & Restaurants - They sell some snacks and cold drinks in marquee. Best if you can bring your own food in. Shopping - Some souvenir are available for purchase. The mugs are nicely designed. The bookmarks and postcard are less fancy.User25675
- localhistory
The Istana#localhistory The Istana Address: Orchard Rd, Singapore 238823 News flash for you! Istana Open House on 7 May 2022, there is no need to apply for tickets. I only have chances to see Istana from the outside. It is enormous and full of beautiful landscaping. Can you also believe that The Istana is right beside Plaza Singapura Shopping Mall? This is the office of President of Singapore and has always been used to receive and entertain state guests. So it is a high security place and there is always security there. In The Istana, they have more beautiful gardens and ponds. It is so big and there are many segregated areas too. I read that there is also a small golf course inside. The trees outside The Istana are big and tall and you can see that they have been well taken care of by the gardeners. Opposite The Istana, is the Istana Heritage gallery whereby you can learn more about The Istana and history. There are also artefacts displayed over there, usually those gifts presented by the state guests.Berrysurprise16
- naturewonders
Istana Park - a small city park in Orchard#naturewonders 📍 Opposite Istana & Plaza Singapura near Dhoby Ghaut MRT station (along Orchard Rd/Penang Lane) Istana Park is a small urban green space in town at just 1.3 hectares. The highlight of this park is the 26m long Festival Arch, which sits in front of a shallow reflecting pool, & adds to the beauty of this small greenery space. Depending on the time of the year, there will be a periodic thematic floral display at this park as well. During the time I went, there isn't any special display but it still looks quite lovely & pretty. Adding to the beauty are also the all year round Floral Corridors, providing shade & also another instagramable place for photo taking at the park. An art studio/cafe (My Art Space) & Istana Heritage Gallery are also found in this park.LYvonne27
- naturewonders
Manicured gardens in the IstanaThe Istana is home to the president located at Dhoby Ghaut mrt, between Concorde Hotel and Plaza Singapura Shopping Mall. They are sometimes open to the public for visits on public holidays. Due to safe management measures, slots have to be booked in advance when visit slots are released. You can only visit during the stipulated slots that you have booked too. Entering the grounds required security checks while fortunately was efficient, and demarcated routes are made available for visitors to follow. Explore and be awed by the various gardens comparable to our botanic gardens. There is even a lake with ducks and swans too. There is also an edible herb garden, flower garden, Japanese themed garden and tall orchids shrubs as well. These gardens are well maintained by the gardeners. The highlight will be the Istana itself. However, you can only see the grand facade from the outside. Due to covid measures, there are no live performances. #naturewondersawh0lenew0rld6
- flowerlover
Istana Park#flowerlover Istana Park Address: Bounded by Orchard Road Penang Road, Penang Lane and, Buyong Rd How to come here: It is right opposite Plaza Singapura and take the Dhoby Ghaut MRT exit towards Penang road. This is a free entry park. The flowers here are so pretty and there are two flower arch tunnels for photo taking too. There is a water feature too and it reflects the skies too. If you are here, you can see changing guards ceremony at the Istana too. There is an Istana Heritage Gallery over here too. Try to come during sunset when the sun is less glaring. You can take many nice photos here too. It is also within walking distance from Ji Hotel Orchard.Berrysurprise13
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- openhouse
The Istana Singapura Open HouseThe Istana, meaning “Palace” in Malay, is the official residence and office of the president of Singapore. One of the oldest heritage sites in Singapore, the Istana was once part of the extensive nutmeg plantation of Mount Sophia, housed Singapore’s former colonial British Governors, stood through the Japanese Occupation, been through extensive renovation and is now where the current president receives and entertains state guests. The Istana is only open to the public 4 to 5 times a year. • Lunar New Year • Hari Raya Puasa • Labour Day • National Day • Deepavali #freehotelstay #istana #openhouselovebellavida
- wheretogo
The Istana Open House#wheretogo The istana is the place where the president stays. The Istana is located in between the plaza Singapura and the orchard central shopping mall. On special occasions such as the labour day, the Istana is opened to everyone for a tour visit into the magnificent place. The huge istana is surrounded by thousands of plants around the area. In addition, when ministers guests from other countries visit into Singapore, they will also be welcomed into the Istana for a visit too. Be sure to bring your children along to get a glimpse of Singapore Istana house. Address - Orchard Rd, Singapore 238823J3p8y5wj7hyj
Istana SingaporeA great experience to see the president’s residence of Singapore and inside the building there’s many interesting artefacts(not allowed to take photos). the gardens are huge, although you have to walk up some distance to reach the main building 😂 They do not open everyday and usually is festive seasons or hold special ceremonies for certain groups of people. Queueing time varies but in total I queued about less than 40minutes for the gate and less than 30 minutes for the main building.Jyz2
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- citylife
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Istana for the PresidentNice place for the president. Cannot go inside unless you want to get deported #explorer. Though, it is open for public on special occasion. Close to dhoby ghaut MRT station or take somerset station. Certain hours will have change of guards show and people often stop by to watch the mini parade. No shelter, so when it rains, don’t go there and waste your time #citylife #singapore #governmentpark. Enjoy exploring Singapore.StevenAng
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Istana Park#2023travelwish #tripblazers #mytripvlog Every year during the special festive season, the president will open up the Istana house to the public to attend. I love the Istana house as it is grand and spacious, with a big park. I love Istana Park as there are many colourful flowers. From pink to yellow to oranges to red colours. The bright colours are very striking and beautiful. I wish to visit the Shinjuku national garden in Tokyo Japan, to visit their national garden. To see what is the difference between their national garden and our gardens by the bay.J3p8y5wj7hyj
Open only 5 days a yearIf you happen to be in Singapore during a major holiday. you might want to check if Istana is open for the public. It’s only S$2 for admission and all proceeds goes to charity. Next to istana is the famous Plaza Singapura for a meal or shopping.MHJY1
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The presidential palace in Singapore, which is open regularly for people to visit every year. The buildings in the presidential palace also include buildings of various styles, and there are also a variety of humanistic landscapes. You can pay attention to this official website. There will be notices when you strive to open every year. It is recommended that you bring children to visit here.
The Presidential Palace of Singapore seems to be open only on a specific date. We saw photos taken when we passed by. The large grass and white buildings are quite beautiful, this should be the most right place in Singapore.
The Presidential Palace in Singapore is not open all year round, but the buildings outside are also very distinctive. The surrounding scenery is very good. It attracts many tourists to come here to take pictures and stay in the punch card. It is not bad to see.
The Presidential Palace of Singapore is located at the end of Orchard Road, a famous shopping mall. It is a large garden full of European flavor. May Day is open to the public once again, so that tourists can feel its dignity and relatives more closely. The Presidential Palace only collects ticket fees symbolically. Of course, this is only for tourists other than Singaporean citizens. Security checks are more stringent, but it can not stop the enthusiasm and interest of tourists. In fact, it has a history of more than 100 years. It was the Governor's Palace during the British colonial period. The integration of East and West architectural styles reflects the historical style of Singapore's growth. Although many places can only be seen from afar, it can satisfy my curiosity.
The Singapore Presidential Palace will be open on Chinese New Year, Haji Festival, Demon Slaughter Festival, Christmas Day and National Day, allowing residents to visit.
throroughly enjoy visiting the istana and its large open, well curated spaces.
There are always four days a year when the presidential palace in Singapore is open for free. The local performing group will perform at the presidential palace, adding a lot of fun. I heard that there are 9 and a half holes in the golf course in the presidential palace.