Merlion Park Singapore

Singapore's Iconic National Symbol

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The Legend of Singapore's Guardian

The Merlion, Singapore's national symbol, is a mythical creature with a lion's head and a fish's body. Standing proudly at Merlion Park, this 8.6-meter tall statue represents Singapore's humble beginnings as a fishing village (Temasek) and its original name Singapura, meaning "lion city."

Designed by Fraser Brunner in 1964, the Merlion has become one of the most recognizable symbols of Singapore. The statue continuously spouts water into Marina Bay, creating a spectacular sight against the backdrop of Singapore's modern skyline.

Height

8.6 meters

Weight

70 tonnes

Merlion Park Singapore with Marina Bay skyline Merlion statue close-up view

Essential Visit Information

Entry Fee

₹0

Completely Free Entry

24/7 accessible public park

Best Time to Visit

Evening (5-8 PM)

Perfect lighting for photos

Less crowded in early morning

Location

1 Fullerton Rd

Singapore 049213

Near Marina Bay MRT Station

How to Reach Merlion Park

By MRT

Raffles Place Station (EW14/NS26) - 5 min walk

By Bus

Bus 75, 97, 167, 171 to Fullerton Hotel

By Taxi/Grab

Direct drop-off at Merlion Park

Walking

Along Marina Bay waterfront promenade

Photography Tips & Best Viewpoints

Best Photography Spots

Front Platform

Classic shot with Marina Bay Sands in background

Esplanade Bridge

Elevated view of entire park and skyline

Marina Bay Waterfront

Side angle with city reflection in water

Baby Merlion Area

Two Merlions in one frame

Pro Photography Tips

Golden Hour Magic

Visit during sunset (6-7 PM) for warm, golden lighting

Blue Hour Beauty

Stay for blue hour (7:30-8:30 PM) when city lights illuminate

Water Fountain Timing

Capture the water spout for dynamic shots

Phone Photography

Use HDR mode for balanced exposure of statue and sky

Nearby Attractions

Marina Bay Sands

Marina Bay Sands

Iconic hotel with infinity pool and SkyPark observation deck

5 minutes walk

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Gardens by the Bay

Gardens by the Bay

Futuristic botanical wonderland with Supertrees and conservatories

10 minutes walk

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Singapore Flyer

Singapore Flyer

Giant observation wheel offering panoramic city views

8 minutes walk

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Complete Marina Bay Walking Circuit

1 Merlion Park
2 Marina Bay Sands
3 Gardens by the Bay
4 Singapore Flyer

Complete circuit: 2-3 hours walking | Distance: ~3 km

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