Old Parliament House

#338 among destinations in Singapore

Memorial, Art gallery, Theater, Shopping, More...

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The Arts House is a building in Singapore. It is currently a multi-disciplinary arts venue which plays host to art exhibitions and concerts. Built in 1827, the Old Parliament House is the oldest government building and perhaps the oldest surviving building in Singapore. The building was home to the Parliament of Singapore from 1965 to 1999, when it moved to an adjacent new building. ()

Completed: 1827 (198 years ago)Architectural style: Palladian architectureCoordinates: 1°17'19"N, 103°51'4"E

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CentralSingapore

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Day trips

Old Parliament House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Gallery Singapore, Cavenagh Bridge, Asian Civilisations Museum, Anderson Bridge.

~780 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, Children's museum
National Gallery Singapore
4 min walk • The National Gallery Singapore stands as a beacon of culture and history, nestled in the heart of the city's Civic District. Housed in two national monuments – the former Supreme Court and City Hall – the museum is a treasure trove of Southeast Asian art...
~820 ftSE
Bridge
Cavenagh Bridge
4 min walk • Cavenagh Bridge is an iconic historical landmark in the heart of Singapore, spanning the lower reaches of the Singapore River in the Central Area. Opened in 1869, it is the oldest bridge across the river that is still in its original form, serving as a pedestrian...
~420 ftS
Museum, History museum
Asian Civilisations Museum
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Singapore's historic district, the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) is a bastion of cultural heritage and a treasure trove of historical artifacts. As a premier institution dedicated to exploring the rich artistic legacy of Asia, the museum is...
~890 ftSE
Bridge
Anderson Bridge
5 min walk • Spanning the Singapore River, Anderson Bridge is an integral part of Singapore's urban landscape, connecting the civic district to the commercial area of Raffles Place. Completed in 1910, this elegant bridge is named after Sir John Anderson, the Governor of the Straits...
~970 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Funan, Central Area
5 min walk • Funan is a mixed used development comprising a retail mall, two office towers and a serviced apartment tower in the Civic District in Singapore. The new development was built on the site of the former building known as Funan DigitaLife Mall.
~740 ftW
Bridge
Elgin Bridge
4 min walk • Elgin Bridge, a historic and functional landmark, serves as a vital connection across the Singapore River in the heart of the city-state's Central Area. Named after Lord Elgin, the British Governor-General of India, the bridge marks the boundary between the Downtown...
~760 ftE
Memorial
Lim Bo Seng Memorial, Central Area
4 min walk • The Lim Bo Seng Memorial is an octagonal pagoda-like war memorial at Esplanade Park, Singapore. It was erected in 1954 in honour of the late Lim Bo Seng for his heroic acts and selfless sacrifice during the World War II.
~360 ftS
Memorial
Raffles's Landing Site
2 min walk • Raffles's Landing Site stands as a historical marker in the heart of Singapore, commemorating the arrival of Sir Stamford Raffles on the island in 1819. This memorial is strategically positioned on the northern bank of the Singapore River, a significant location...
~950 ftNE
Square, Sport complex, Arenas and stadiums
Padang
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Singapore's Central Business District, Padang is a historic open field that is synonymous with national significance and communal gatherings. This iconic square has been a focal point for some of Singapore's most pivotal events.
~1120 ftE
Bridge
Esplanade Bridge
6 min walk • The Esplanade Bridge is a prominent landmark in the heart of Singapore, spanning the mouth of the Singapore River in the Marina Bay area. Completed in 1997, this elegant bridge serves as a crucial link between the city's financial district and the cultural precinct of...
~380 ftE
Tower, Theater, Concerts and shows
Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall
2 min walk • The Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall is a performing arts center in the Central Area of Singapore, situated along Empress Place. It is a complex of two buildings and a clock tower joined together by a common corridor; the oldest part of the building was first built in 1862, and the complex was completed in 1909.