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Sentosa Merlion

Ashburn , India
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duration
Duration
45 Min - 1 Hour
M-Ticket
M-Ticket
Accepted
bird-spotting
Birding
Available
parking
Parking
Available
Water
Water
Available
Tour Guide
Tour
Guide
PhotoGrap
PhotoGrap
Available
elevator
Elevator
Available
Disability
Disability
Friendly
Couple
Couple
Friendly
Baby
Baby
Friendly
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Available
restroom
Restroom
Available
Lounge
Lounge
Available
MedKit
MedKit
Available
CCTV
CCTV
Available
security
Security
Available
dustbin
Dustbin
Available
Adult
Adult
15 SGD
Child
Child
12.5 SGD
MobileCam
MobileCam
FREE
Camera
Camera
FREE
VideoCam
VideoCam
FREE
Cards Accepted
Cards
Accepted

Overview

A 37 metre-tall mythical creature to be precise a half-fish half-lion hybrid, Its name combines “mer” meaning the sea and “lion”. The “Singa” or lion head represents Singapore’s original name — Singapura — meaning “lion city”, and the fish is a tribute to Singapore’s history as “Temasek”, the ancient fishing village.  

Legend has it that the Merlion would visit Sentosa Island every year to guard Singapore’s well-being. One dark night, the island was threatened by a violent storm and the Merlion fought the thundering skies with its magical powers and preserved the land. This mighty legend remained permanently on the Island through the years to protect Singapore by watching over the ever-changing skyline of the Central Business District area and harbor, as well as the country’s economic growth through numerous financial crises. If you think you’ve seen and heard it all, there’s more to the legend inside. Who knows, you could be in luck to uncover more than just curious tales upon making a grand entrance into the larger-than-life icon.

Design 

Among Singapore’s Merlion statues, the Sentosa Merlion is the largest and tallest at an imposing height of 37 meters. It is also the only one that allows you to enter it to discover its exciting origin and stories. Designed and sculpted by Australian artist James Martin, the Sentosa Merlion was completed in 1995. Strategically positioned in the heart of the island, it stands on a base that resembles the bagua, believed to usher in abounding prosperity and affluence. Each of the creature’s 320 scales is shaped like the bagua too. And if you pay close attention to the intriguing details inside, you will notice that the Sentosa Merlion’s teeth represent the various ethnic groups in Singapore – the Malays, Chinese, Indians, and Eurasians – signifying harmonious prosperity for all the citizens of Singapore.

Know Before you go

GETTING THERE

  • By Mount Faber Line Cable Car: Take the cable car and alight at Sentosa Station, Head down to Merlion Plaza via escalator.
  • ByVia Sentosa Line Cable Car: Take the cable car and alight at Merlion Station, Walk to Sentosa Merlion.
  • By Sentosa Express: Take the Sentosa Express from Sentosa Station at VivoCity Level 3, Lobby L. Alight at Imbiah Station.
  • By Car: Park your car at Beach Station Car Park, Take the Sentosa Express from Beach Station and alight at Imbiah Station.
  • By Taxi: Alight at Beach Station taxi stand, Take the Sentosa Express from Beach Station and alight at Imbiah Station.

Things to carry


ID Card
ID Card
Camera
Camera
Suitable for All
Selfiestick
Suitable for All
Sunglasses
Suitable for All
Cap
Suitable for All
Medicine
Suitable for All
Sunscreen
Suitable for All
Power Bank

Things not allowed


Suitable for All
Alcohol
Suitable for All
Weapons
Suitable for All
Pets
Suitable for All
Skates
Suitable for All
Plastic Bag

Operational Hours

January to December
Monday 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Last Admission 07:30 PM

Redemption Process

  • Upon completing your reservation, anticipate receiving a comprehensive email and SMS containing booking details. Present your SMS or booking confirmation email at the reception counter during check-in.
  • Access your booking information easily by logging into your account on Explorebees.com and navigating to the "Active Bookings" page in the dashboard.

Environmental Note: In the spirit of environmental consciousness, please refrain from printing unless explicitly specified. Let's be mindful of our impact— trees have feelings too!

Cancellation Policy

  • Unforeseen Circumstances : This activity requires good weather. In cases of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions leading this activity cancellations, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • Refund Process : Refunds will be credited to the original booking payment source within 10 business days, and cash refunds will not be issued

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