How to Get to National Gallery Singapore by MRT
Quick answer: Take the MRT to City Hall (NS25/EW13) and leave by Exit B. Walk past St Andrew’s Cathedral and across the top of the Padang; the gallery occupies the former Supreme Court and City Hall buildings, about 5 minutes away.
Nearest MRT station to National Gallery Singapore
- Station: City Hall (EW13/NS25)
- Lines: East West Line, North South Line
- Exits: Use Exit A for Raffles City Shopping Centre and Raffles Hotel, and Exit B for National Gallery Singapore, The Padang and St Andrew's Cathedral. Exit C leads to CityLink Mall, Esplanade and Marina Square, and Exit D goes to Capitol Singapore and Funan.
- Train times: see first and last trains by line
How to get to National Gallery Singapore from the airport, Orchard and the city
| Starting from | Route | Stops | Changes | Adult fare | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Changi Airport | Take the East West Line (Changi Airport branch) to Tanah Merah. Change at Tanah Merah to the East West Line (towards Tuas Link) to City Hall. | 11 | 1 | S$2.24 | about 35 min |
| Orchard | Take the North South Line (towards Marina South Pier) to City Hall. | 3 | 0 | S$1.28 | about 10 min |
| Jurong East | Take the East West Line (towards Pasir Ris) to City Hall. | 11 | 0 | S$2.15 | about 30 min |
| Woodlands | Take the North South Line (towards Marina South Pier) to City Hall. | 16 | 0 | S$2.43 | about 40 min |
Stops and changes come from the current network map. Fares are the adult card fare for the distance (50 cents less before 7.45am on weekdays). Times are estimates for the train ride only and do not include the walk at either end. Use the fare calculator for any other starting station.
From City Hall station to National Gallery Singapore
Exit B of City Hall station comes up beside St Andrew’s Cathedral. Keep the cathedral on your left, cross St Andrew’s Road and the two matching colonial buildings in front of you are the gallery. The Coleman Street entrance and the Padang entrance both lead to the ticket desks. Clarke Quay (NE5) and Esplanade (CC3) are each about 9 minutes on foot if you are on those lines.
Tips for the trip
- City Hall is an interchange between the North South and East West Lines, so it is a direct ride from Orchard, Bugis, Raffles Place and the airport branch.
- The rooftop of the gallery has a free viewing deck over the Padang towards Marina Bay Sands; worth it even if you skip the galleries.
- Raffles City, Capitol Singapore and Funan are all at City Hall station for food before or after.
- Merlion Park is a 12-minute walk from the gallery along the river if you want to carry on to the waterfront.
Other places near City Hall station
- Saint Andrew's Cathedral (Place of worship, about 1 min walk): Visit for Anglican worship services or to admire a fine example of Gothic Revival architecture.
- Raffles City Shopping Centre (Shopping mall, about 2 min walk): Head here for a wide range of retail shops, dining options and a hotel complex.
- CityLink Mall (Shopping mall, about 4 min walk): A largely underground mall connecting several buildings in the city centre area.
- Long Bar (Attraction, about 4 min walk): Famous for its Singapore Sling cocktail at the historic Raffles Hotel bar.
- National Gallery Singapore (Museum, about 5 min walk): Explore a major collection of Singaporean and regional Southeast Asian art.
- Funan (Shopping mall, about 6 min walk): A modern mall with a mix of retail, dining and tech-focused stores.
Frequently asked questions
Which exit at City Hall is for the National Gallery?
Exit B. It brings you out beside St Andrew’s Cathedral, with the gallery across the Padang about 5 minutes away.
How do I get from Changi Airport to the National Gallery?
Take the airport branch to Tanah Merah, then the East West Line straight to City Hall, about 35 minutes and S$2.24, and use Exit B.
Is the National Gallery the same building as the Supreme Court?
It is the former Supreme Court and the former City Hall, joined under one roof. The current Supreme Court is the newer round-topped building next door.
Can I walk from the National Gallery to Marina Bay Sands?
Yes, about 20 minutes along the Esplanade and Helix Bridge, or take the MRT from City Hall to Bayfront with one change.
Plan the rest of the trip with the interactive Singapore MRT map, the fare calculator and the guide to paying for the MRT.
More places to reach by MRT
Haw Par Villa | Raffles Hotel and Chijmes | ArtScience Museum | Esplanade Theatres on the Bay | National Museum of Singapore
See the full list: how to get anywhere in Singapore by MRT, or find your nearest MRT station.