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Your guide to free art in Singapore

The best free museums, street murals, iconic sculptures, and public art trails in town

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Time Out editors
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Forget the common misconception that Singapore is expensive. From mouthwatering hawker food to lush hiking trails, there's much to keep you occupied without breaking the bank. If you're an art lover, the city is filled with the vibrant colours of public murals and sculptures – and not to mention, free entry into most public museums for residents. Here's the ultimate guide to where you can see free art in Singapore. Now go forth and get cultured without paying a dime. 

The best free museums in Singapore

The best free museums in Singapore

These free museums are the perfect day activity for tourists looking to find out more about our nation's history and culture and are also great for locals who...

The best sculpture trails in Singapore

The best sculpture trails in Singapore

The city is peppered with a plethora of public art that captures our imagination, from street art to sculptures. From a giant, floating baby in the gardens to...

The best street art in Singapore

The best street art in Singapore

In between our shiny skyscrapers and towering metal cranes, there are plenty of Insta-worthy urban artworks that simply take our breath away. From the graffiti...

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The ultimate guide to Tiong Bahru

The ultimate guide to Tiong Bahru

There's a nostalgic heritage charm in this intimate neighbourhood, which is the oldest public housing estate in Singapore. Amongst the beautiful pre-war...

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The ultimate guide to Everton Park

One of Singapore's oldest residential estates, Everton Park was constructed in 1965 and housed the Singapore Harbour Board staff until its renovation in...

The ultimate guide to Little India

The ultimate guide to Little India

This vibrant ethnic enclave retains its unique heritage with a tantalising blend of restaurants dishing out traditional South Asian dishes, buildings stamped...

The ultimate guide to Jalan Besar

The ultimate guide to Jalan Besar

Jalan Besar is a tale of two former swamps – one by the Rochor River and the other by the Kallang River. Stretching between the two...