The National Gallery Singapore is one of the largest visual arts institutions in Southeast Asia, housing over 8,000 artworks spanning from the 19th century to the present. The building was restored and converted from the former Supreme Court Building and City Hall, featuring architectural highlights such as neoclassical domes, courtrooms, and arched ceilings. The gallery includes two permanent exhibitions, the Singapore Gallery and the Southeast Asia Gallery, showcasing the artistic development before and after Singapore's independence, as well as the cultural and historical context of Southeast Asia.
Gallery & Co., located within the National Gallery Singapore, offers Southeast Asian cuisine and snacks, making it an ideal spot for visitors to rest and enjoy refreshments.
A restaurant helmed by Chef Violet Oon serves authentic Peranakan dishes such as kueh pie ti, dry laksa, and beef rendang. Peranakan cuisine uniquely blends Chinese and Malay culinary traditions. Reservations need to be made two weeks in advance.
Odette, located within the National Gallery Singapore and led by renowned chef Julien Royer, has consistently ranked in the top 50 of the 'World's 50 Best Restaurants' list since 2018, being ranked 25th globally in 2025. The restaurant reinterprets classic French aesthetics with a focus on Asian culture.
City Hall, part of the National Gallery Singapore, boasts historical significance with its grand Corinthian columns and domed architecture. In 1945, Southeast Asia Allied Forces Supreme Commander Louis Mountbatten announced Japan's surrender here. In 1959, Lee Kuan Yew delivered a speech during the victory rally celebrating Singapore's autonomy.
Raffles Place is an important commercial district in the heart of Singapore, conveniently located near the National Gallery Singapore, making it an ideal spot for visitors planning their itinerary.
