Singapore City Gallery

Tanjong Pagar · Downtown Core · Singapore

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About Singapore City Gallery

The Singapore City Gallery is a permanent exhibition operated by the Urban Redevelopment Authority at The URA Centre on Maxwell Road in Downtown Core. It showcases Singapore's urban planning journey and transformation over the past 50 years through large-scale models, interactive exhibits and multimedia displays. Notable for its detailed Central Area Model, the gallery explains land-use planning, conservation and sustainable development in Singapore.

Visitors guide

Visitors can expect a multi-level indoor gallery focused on Singapore's city planning and development. The main attraction is a large architectural scale model of Central Singapore with light and sound show, complemented by interactive exhibits, thematic zones on housing, transport and sustainability, historical maps and future master plan displays. The setting is air-conditioned and self-guided, with guided tours available at scheduled times.

Key highlights

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Large-scale Central Area Model with immersive light and sound presentation
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Interactive exhibits on Singapore's urban planning and sustainable development
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Historical displays tracing Singapore's transformation from past to present
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Detailed URA Master Plan and future development proposals
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Thematic galleries on housing, transport, conservation and liveable city concepts

History of Singapore City Gallery

Established and managed by the Urban Redevelopment Authority, the Singapore City Gallery was created to document and communicate Singapore's urban development since independence. It presents the nation's planning history, conservation efforts and long-term Master Plan that has guided transformation from a port city to a planned modern metropolis.

Culture & Context

The gallery illustrates Singapore's planning culture and approach to sustainable urban living, conservation of heritage districts and community-focused development. It serves as an educational resource on how planning shapes daily life, housing and identity in Singapore.

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By train	Nearest MRT stations are Tanjong Pagar on the East West Line and Maxwell on the Thomson-East Coast Line, both within walking distance

By road	Located at 45 Maxwell Road in Downtown Core, accessible by taxi and private car via Maxwell Road and Anson Road; limited parking at The URA Centre

By public transport	Accessible by MRT to Tanjong Pagar (EW15) or Maxwell (TE18) and by public buses serving Maxwell Road and Tanjong Pagar area

Nearest airport	Singapore Changi Airport

Nearest railway station	Tanjong Pagar MRT Station

Need to know

01Things to know before you go	Admission is free for all visitors Guided tours are available at scheduled times and may require advance booking Photography is generally allowed but flash and tripods may be restricted in certain areas
02Rules & restrictions	No food and drinks inside gallery spaces Do not touch scale models and exhibits unless indicated as interactive

Facilities listed

Reported facilities to help you plan your visit.

Accessible Toilets
Guided Tours
Information Counter
Lifts
Toilets
Visitor Centre