Sentosa Merlion
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No visit to Sentosa is complete without meeting its most famous, 37-metre tall resident, the Sentosa Merlion. The legendary Merlion is a mythical creature with a lion's head and a fish's body - as a guardian of prosperity which personifies Singapore's history as an important seaport. The lion head depicts the folklore of Prince Sang Nila Utama's discovery of lion (singa) and City (pura) while the fish tail symbolises the fishing village of 'Temasek', also known as 'sea-town' in Javanese. Set foot in the Merlion's mouth to get up close and personal with the legend. But don't stop till you get to the crown! At 60 metres above sea level, you will actually be seeing Singapore through the perspective of the Guardian of Prosperity. Come soak up the 360⁰ commanding view and bask in the aura of this endearing national symbol. You'll see why legends, myths and stories all point to this regal creature for the swift recovery of Singapore's economy from the Asian financial crisis.
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Sharon H
Las Vegas, NV2,079 contributions
Apr 2019
We took a guided tour of the Merlion. A short film introduced the story of the founder who decided to settled in this area because he saw a great lion here. The lion (with a mermaid’s tail) became a symbol of the country as a tribute to the importance of the sea to its people. Statues of the mother and baby can be found in Singapore harbor. The Sentosa Merlion (the father) faces them. We were able to walk up to the lion’s mouth where there were great views of Sentosa Island and Singapore beyond. Great fun!
Written March 16, 2020
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An1ta069
Melbourne, Australia133 contributions
Oct 2019
It was my birthday, and the one thing I had to do was visit the Merlion. Have always been fascinated with this statue of a mythical creature with the head of a lion and the body of a fish. Standing guard over the harbour, this is a must see when in Singapore. Great place to get amazing photos not only of the breathtaking Merlion, but of the entire of the bay. To some it is just a statue spitting water in the harbour, for me it was everything that signifies Singapore.
Written January 10, 2020
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JackyTanSG
Singapore, Singapore2,742 contributions
Aug 2020 • Solo
Do not understand why the Sentosa management is removing this gigantic Merlion statue. This mythical creature (half lion half fish) statue was an icon of Singapore for years. Much better than MBS. Too bad, we have to say goodbye for now.
Written August 21, 2020
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krisyen
Christchurch, New Zealand64 contributions
Feb 2020
Saw this from the cable car and tried to go see it up close but it was blocked off as it's due to be demolished. "The iconic 37-meter Merlion statue in Singapore's Sentosa will soon be demolished to make way for a new development on the island, the Straits Times has reported. The report said the iconic structure would be demolished to make way for the S$90-million Sentosa Sensoryscape project."
Written March 6, 2020
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Eric A
Sudbury, UK129 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
A concrete statue of a lion spouting water. A lot smaller than I remember from 15 years ago. Easy to walk to and include in a visit to view other more memorable sights around the river and city.
Written February 11, 2020
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Dear Eric A,
Greetings from One Faber Group!
Thank you for sharing your review.
We truly apologise for the inconvenience caused.
One Faber Group is no longer the operator for the Sentosa Merlion.
For further enquiries, please kindly contact Sentosa at guest_services@sentosa.com.sg
Yours Sincerely,
One Faber Group.
Written February 22, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
aymanninja
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia191 contributions
Jul 2019 • Solo
This is one of the iconic places at Singapore and traveller couldn't missed to have a picture before leaving. The area is crowded coz many people wanted to have a great background shot for this landmark. It's good and big enough to this statue even in a distant. I visited in 2014/2015
Written June 12, 2020
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Grover R
Pensacola, FL17,838 contributions
Feb 2020
We saw the Sentosa Merlion from the cable car. It is not the original in Marina Bay; however, this one is much larger. The Merlion kind of connects Sentosa island to the main island symbolically. You can miss it with its size.
Written February 27, 2020
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Gaurav C
New Delhi, India3,090 contributions
Apr 2019
the bigger of the two Merlion in Singapore..quite an imposing figure...There is an entry tic to go to the top...right now construction is going on...some time back there was a laer show that happened at sentosa and you could see green laser light coming out from its eyes..
Written February 15, 2020
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Dear gaurav c,
Greetings from One Faber Group!
Thank you for sharing your review.
We truly apologise for the inconvenience caused.
One Faber Group is no longer the operator for the Sentosa Merlion.
For further enquiries, please kindly contact Sentosa at guest_services@sentosa.com.sg
Yours Sincerely,
One Faber Group.
Written February 22, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina64,764 contributions
Dec 2018 • Friends
The 37-metre in height Sentosa Merlion (lower body of a merman/mermaid, and neck and head of a lion) statue has been a symbol of Singapore since about 1995 when it was first sculptured. There are waterfalls and a pool at the base of the statue.
Written January 12, 2019
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mo_aiguille
Caddington, UK1,662 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
Went on a rainy day so there wasn’t much to experience. Managed to get a pic and that about it. It’s a one time thing to see. Wouldn’t trouble myself to visit again.
Written April 20, 2019
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Where can I download photo toilet at sentosa merlion
Alan S
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK61 contributions
I am sorry, I am not able to answer your question.
Hi i am planning to visit Singapore in September end for 4 nights and 5 days with my kid n parents. Please suggest which all places we must visit in sequence, good hotel and any tips for this tour.
Thanks
Vin Dosa
Hyderabad, India162 contributions
hi,
Please do check out the Bugis street, Orchard road (for shopping), Gardens by the bay, Universal studio, Wings of time (laser show), Merilion statue, Birds sanctuary and Zoo. There are in no particular sequence. But please do the shopping at Orchard Road as the goods are much cheaper than any other place in Singapore.
Hai teman teman.. mohon informasi utk hotel terdekat dengan merlion park ( patung singa ), madame tussauds, sentosa islands itu hotel apa yah?
klo utk hotel harbour ville dekat tdk yah?
I m going to Singapore for 4 days with my wife for honeymoon and 2 days for Malaysia overall 6N 7D tour I want to know about the sightseeing of Singapore which is cover in 4days and Malaysia which is cover in 2 days plz suggest
Lic_uribia
Merida, Mexico19 contributions
Sentosa Sentosa, go to Sentosa
NitinnWalia
Delhi, Delhi, India52 contributions
We are going for a 3 days trip to Singapore. We are family of three with one 3 year old kid. Thinking of following itinerary, please suggest if it's ok or need some improvement:
Day 1 (Friday)- Zoo and River Safari
Day 2 (Saturday) - Universal Studio and SEA Aquarium
Day 3 (Sunday) - Flyer and some shopping. This day we have flight at 7pm.
Didn't wanted to make it too taxing for the kid. Please advise. Thanks
Petros Ioannou
Nicosia, Cyprus278 contributions
Hello My friend
For 1st day you should go to Universal studios it is fantastic and then you have the night at sentosa island for dinner there are many things to do
2 nd day you go to the port for shopping and for cloud forest and flowers opposite
I dont like safari :)
You can also visit chinatown it is very nice and good food
marianne t
Manila, Philippines8 contributions
We are 3 adults, first timer in Singapore. Staying for 3.5 days. Arriving Saturday 6pm and leaving Tuesday 4pm. Please help us with our itinerary. Where to go and eat. More shopping . Would definitely include universal on monday whole day. Tks
SentosaOfficial
Sentosa Island, Singapore1 contribution
Hi marianne t,
Thank you for your question!
We will be pleased to welcome you and your travelling group to Sentosa Island! During your visit to Sentosa, do consider our attractions bundled packages as it allows you to plan your itinerary and select the attractions that you are interested in visiting. They are known as Sentosa Fun Pass packages.
Sentosa 2-Day Fun Pass package will be great for you as it includes a day to Universal Studios and another day to visit up to 20 attractions in Sentosa. Details of the packages can be found on our website (apologies, we can’t provide the weblinks here due to Tripadvisor’s restrictions).
For other attractions and things to do in Singapore, please visit Singapore Tourism Board’s website for more suggestions. :)
We hope the above information can assist you with your planning and look forward to welcome you to Sentosa and Singapore soon!
Sincerely,
Sentosa, The State of Fun
marianne t
Manila, Philippines8 contributions
We are 3 adults, first timer in Singapore. Staying for 3.5 days. Arriving Saturday 6pm and leaving Tuesday 4pm. Please help us with our itinerary. Where to go and eat. More shopping . Would definitely include universal on monday whole day. Tks
Oleg M
Dublin, Ireland45 contributions
1. Zoo + River Safari park
2. Chinatown + downtown + Marina bay + Singapore Flyer + Gardens by the bay (show 19-45 and 20 45)
3. Universal
4. Sentosa + Wings of Time (19-45 and 20 45)
Everything will take you almost full day.
Hi! RANJEEVGUPTA from Panchkula, India. Planning to go to Singapore in June 2016 for 4-5 days. Please guide as to how should I plan my trip? What all to see and from where can I get the discounted tickets
SentosaOfficial
Sentosa Island, Singapore1 contribution
Hi Ranjeevgupta,
Thank you for your interest in Sentosa!
You may wish to consider Sentosa Fun Pass packages as it offers great savings and free & easy options to most attractions based on your time spent on the island. Sentosa Day Fun Pass is a popular choice as it allows guests to enjoy a one-time admission to the following 20 listed attractions:
1. 4D AdventureLand: Desperados in 4D
2. 4D AdventureLand: Extreme Log Ride
3. 4D AdventureLand: Journey 2: The Mysterious Island
4. Parajump @ Mega Adventure Park
5. Bi-Pedal Bicycle (1 hour)
6. Butterfly Park & Insect Kingdom
7. Fort Siloso Combat Skirmish: Indoor Maze
8. Images of Singapore LIVE
9. Madame Tussauds Singapore
10. MegaBounce
11. S.E.A Aquarium
12. SeaBreeze Water-Sports @ Wave House Sentosa
13. Segway Fun Ride
14. Sentosa Merlion
15. Skyline Luge Sentosa (1 Luge & 1 Skyride)
16. Trick Eye Museum Singapore
17. The Flying Trapeze
18. Tiger Sky Tower
19. Wave House - Catch-A-Wave (1 Try)
20. Wings of Time (Standard Seat)
Day Fun Pass: Adult - S$79, Child - S$69
If you have 2 full days in Sentosa, you may wish to consider the 2-Day Fun Pass as it consists of 1) Universal Studios ticket which covers all the rides within the theme park and 2) the Day Fun Pass.
2 Day Fun Pass: Adult - S$139, Child - S$99
Please be informed that the 2-Day Fun Pass has to be utilized over 2 consecutive days and the attractions within Day Fun Pass (20 attractions) must be utilised within the day it is first redeemed and cannot be carried forward to the next day.
Sentosa Premium Fun pass offers a more wholesome experience as selected attractions allow more than 1 visit to the attraction. This Fun Pass must be utilized over 2 consecutive days and you can choose 3 or 4 out of the 13 premium attractions.
1) Flavours of Sentosa (4-in-1 Combo: Sentosa Merlion, Merlion Cafe (Local Toast Set), Fort Siloso: Surrender Chambers, Wings of Time (Premium Seat))
2) Singapore Cable Car (2 way trip)
3) Underwater World Singapore (including Dolphin Lagoon)
4) Images of Singapore LIVE & Madame Tussauds Singapore (2-in-1 Combo)
5) 4D AdventureLand (unlimited rides)
6) Adventure Cove Waterpark
7) Wave House Sentosa - FlowRider
8) Fort Siloso Combat Skirmish: Laser Clay
9) S.E.A Aquarium
10) Segway Eco Adventure
11) Skyline Luge Sentosa (5 Luge & 5 Skyrides)
12) Trick Eye Museum
13) ClimbMax (12 Obstacles) & NorthFace (2-in-1 Combo)
Premium Fun Pass (Play 3): Adult - S$79, Child - S$69
Premium Fun Pass (Play 4): Adult - S$99, Child - S$89
Please be advised that you are required to utilise the Premium Fun Pass within 2 consecutive days. If you are considering Sentosa 4D Adventureland, Cable Car, Flavours of Sentosa, Madame Tussauds & IOS Live, Climbmax & Northface and Skyline Luge in the Premium Fun Pass, please be advised that it has to be utilised within the day and cannot be carried over to the second day once it has been redeemed.
Sentosa Fun Pass packages are available for purchase from Sentosa Online Store or at any Sentosa Ticketing Counters on the day of your visit at the same price:
•Beach Station
•Imbiah Lookout
•Merlion Plaza
•Sentosa Boardwalk
•Sentosa Station (VivoCity Lobby L, Level 3)
•Waterfront Station
Please be advised that island admission charges are not included in the Sentosa Fun Pass packages or individual attraction tickets and charges vary depending on your mode of entry.
We hope the above information assist with your planning and look forward to welcome you to Sentosa soon!
Sincerely,
Sentosa, The State of Fun
MrittikaRoy
Kolkata (Calcutta), India66 contributions
Hello,
This is Mrittika from India. Am visiting Singapore-Sentosa from 23-Feb'15 till 1-Mar'15 for vacation along with my parents. Would like to know about the entry fee per adult for this destination.
Also, how do I get there using public transportation from Siloso Beach Resort (Sentosa)?
Thanks.
SentosaOfficial
Sentosa Island, Singapore1 contribution
Hi Mrittika,
Thank you for choosing Sentosa!
The Merlion tickets are priced at:
S$12 per Adult
S$9 per Child+/Senior Citizen*
+Child aged 3 – 12 years old (age inclusive)
*Senior citizen aged 60 and above
The Merlion is located at Merlion Plaza (Imbiah Station). You can get to The Merlion with the following methods:
From Siloso Beach Resort to Beach Station:
take a short stroll (approximately 10 minutes) to Beach Station Bus Hub or board the Beach Tram at the tram stop just outside the resort towards Beach station (2 stops to Beach station).
Option 1 - From Beach Station (approximately 5 minutes from Beach Station):
• Proceed to Sentosa Express (Monorail)
• Board the Sentosa Express (Monorail) at Beach Station
• Alight 1 stop later at Imbiah Station
• Turn left to exit the station and you have arrived at Merlion Plaza
Option 2 - From Beach Station (approximately 10 minutes from Beach Station):
• Walk up the zig-zag ramp that is located next to iFly Singapore
• Walk along our mosaic-laced Merlion Walk and through the Waterfall towards the entrance of The Merlion.
To return to Siloso Beach Resort, you can either board the Sentosa Express (Monorail) from Imbiah Station and alight 1 stop later at Beach Station or walk along Merlion Walk towards the Zig-zag ramp to Beach Station.
We are also pleased to share that Intra-island transportation is free for all Sentosa guests.
We look forward to welcoming you and your family to Sentosa!
Sincerely,
Sentosa, The State of Fun