Merlion Park

Experience the Walking Quest
Merlion Park is full of fun, especially with the kids. There are a number of stops such as the Jubilee Bridge Sign, Ulysses by the Merlion, Merlion Park Sign and so on, that can be explored together as a family. To make it more interesting, the children can be given a clue and they must be rewarded after completing the quest.

Take Pictures
A trip to the Merlion Park is incomplete if one doesn't take pictures of the legendary Merlion statue. The place looks magical after sundown and offers some of the best backdrops to take photos.

Wander Around
Merlion Park is a great place to soak up the typical Singapore vibe. It is a perfect escape from the city's hustle where visitors can relax and enjoy the calm surroundings. The cool breeze, the admirable silence and the peaceful ambience make the park worth visiting.

Watch the Light and Water Show
The Merlion Park is one of the few spots from where visitors can witness the popular light and water show at Marina Bay Sands. The show depicts sheer magnificence and watching it delights the senses.

Merlion is the true embodiment of Singapore's glorious past when it was just a fishing village. The area surrounding the statue forms the Merlion Park, a popular tourist attraction in today's date.

The origin of the park goes back to 1964 at the mouth of the Singapore River where the iconic statue was installed in 1972. However, due to the rapid commercialization, the Merlion was no longer visible from the Marina Bay. As a result, the authorities decided to move the statue to its current location. The initial expenditure for relocating the statue in 2002 was USD 7.5 million. In 2009, the Merlion statue was struck by lightning and broke into pieces. Finally, it was restored in 2012 and stands tall overlooking the Marina Bay.

Take the Exit H from MRT Raffles Place towards Hotel Fullerton. Merlion Park is located right behind this hotel.