Nearest MRT
Raffles Place (NS26/EW14) / Telok Ayer
Entry Fee
100% Free Public Park (Open 24/7)
Statue Dimensions
8.6 metres tall, weighing 70 tonnes
Best Photo Angle
Jubilee Bridge promenade platform
History of the Merlion Symbol
The Merlion is the official personification of Singapore. Featuring the head of a lion and the body of a fish spouting water into the bay, the emblem reflects Singapore's origins as a humble fishing village called Temasek ('sea town' in Old Javanese) and its historic Malay name Singapura ('Lion City'), christened by Prince Sang Nila Utama in the 14th century.
Visiting Tips & Sightseeing Circuit
Merlion Park is situated at One Fullerton along the scenic waterfront. Walk across the adjacent Jubilee Bridge toward the Esplanade Theatres on the Bay, which provides unmatched skyline views framed by the towering Marina Bay Sands across the water. Early morning before 8:30 AM offers cool temperatures and minimal crowds for family photographs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an entry ticket for Merlion Park?
No, Merlion Park is an open public park accessible free of charge 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.