The Istana grounds are open to the public in celebration of Chinese New Year.View the Istana gardens, and for an entrance fee of $2, view the Staterooms in the Istana Building. A variety of performances on the grounds also provide entertainment. You may also have the chance to have your photos taken with the President and First Lady when they come by to greet visitors.
Istana open house
from Today Online 12 Feb 10;
The Istana grounds will be open to the public on Monday from 8.30am to 6pm for Chinese New Year.
There will be school bands and martial arts performances, and an exhibit of Falabella miniature horses by the Singapore Zoo.
Admission to the grounds is free for Singaporeans and permanent residents; others have to pay an entrance fee of $1. Proceeds from the sale of souvenirs and entrance fees collected will be donated to the Community Chest.
Time: 8.30am - 6pm
Venue: Entrance to the grounds is via the main gate at Orchard Road.
Charges: Admission to the Istana grounds is free for Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents. Others, including foreign visitors, are required to pay an entrance fee of $1 per person.
Website: http://www.istana.gov.sg/
