SMG - common questions

• Is the admission to the gallery free for locals and foreigners?

• "Yes the gallery is free for both locals and foreigners"

• "It is free for locals as it is funded by MPA but admission is payable for foreigners"

• "All is free and welcomed but crying and loud children"

• "Admission is payable for adults but is free for children"

• What is the process to book a tour and is it free?

• "You can book the $10 public tour through our website or through Lion Heartlanders website"

• "Currently we do not have any more tours happening at the moment"

• "You can scan the QR code shown in the posters on tours in this digital screen to check on availability of tours. Some of the tours for the public are free while some are chargeable."

• "You can leave us your name, contact number and NRIC. We will do the booking for you."

• Can I book the Singapore Maritime Gallery for a private event?

• • We do not accept bookings for private events.

• Yes, you can email to [e-mail] to enquire.

• • I do not know. Please call MPA to find out.

• • Please email to [e-mail] for more information.

• When did the gallery officially open?

• August 2012

• April 2017

• September 2012

• May 2017

• When will Tuas Port be completed and what will happen to the terminals along the Singapore coastline?

• • Tuas Port is already fully in operations now and will operate together with other port terminals.

• • Tuas Port will be completed in 2030s and Singapore’s container terminals located at Tanjong Pagar, Keppel, Brani and Pasir Panjang will progressively move to Tuas Port in phases by the 2040s.

• Tuas Port will be completed in 2040s and Singapore’s container terminals located at Tanjong Pagar, Keppel, Brani and Pasir Panjang will progressively move to Tuas Port in phases by the 2040s.

• • The land for Tuas Port is still be reclaimed and will take a long time to complete.

• What can we learn and see in the gallery?

• "Come in and see for yourself"

• "Experiencing the transformation that has propelled the art industry into the era of postmodernism and digital innovation."

• "Experiencing the transformation that has propelled the maritime industry into the era of decarbonisation and digital innovation."

• "It is a surprise but you will be in for a treat"

• How is SMG related with MPA (Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore) ?

• SMG was developed by MPA

• SMG is partially sponsored by MPA

• MPA was developed by SMG

• MPA is partially sponsored by SMG

• Where can I park my car?

• "We have limited parking available here, we would strongly suggest to take public transportation to come to the gallery"

• "You can park at level 1, there should be enough parking for everyone"

• "We do not have parking here, it would be better to take grab reach the gallery"

• "We have limited parking available here, Alternatively, you can park at Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore. It is a short 12 mins walk or you can take bus 400"

• Is there any place to eat nearby?

• "We have a few mini-marts at level 1. For restaurants wise, you would have to take the MRT, nearest would be Raffles Place, which is 2 stops away"

• "We only have mini-marts at level 1 which sells snacks"

• "We have a restaurant at level 1 at the corner of the building"

• "We do not have any food stores in this building"

To what destination do the boats on Level 1 ride?

• Kusu, St. John Island & Lazarus

• Kusu, St. John Island & Pulau Ubin

• Kusu, Sentosa & Pulau Ubin

• Kusu, Sentosa & Lazarus