When you visit Singapore, then you are obliged to visit the Sentosa Merlion Tower. The Merlion is a typical icon of the State of Singapore, so take the time to take pictures and explore many things there. To make it easier for you to explore things and get a lot of information about Sentosa Merlion, you must read this article!
What is Sentosa Merlion Tower?
Sentosa Merlion Tower is one of the largest Merlion Towers in Singapore. Sentosa Merlion Tower has a height of about 37 meters with 12 floors. If you've seen the Merlion at Marina Bay, you should also see the Giant Merlion on Sentosa Island.
Merlion is an icon of the State of Singapore in the form of half fish and half lion. As a very popular icon in Singapore, don't be surprised if you will find lots of Merlions there. According to legend, the Merlion is believed to be a symbol of the guardian of prosperity in Singapore. The lion's head depicts the folklore of Prince 'Sang Nila Utama' who found a lion and a city (Pura), while the fish tail symbolizes the fishing village of 'Temasek' or also called 'City-Sea'.
There are so many things you can explore in Singapore, you should make the most of your precious time. Prepare well for your vacation, and make sure you have purchased your entry ticket online. There are many advantages if you buy tickets online, besides the ticket prices are very cheaper, you also don't have to bother queuing to buy entrance tickets at Sentosa Merlion Tower. You just select a ticket and visit date, pay and you will receive an e-ticket. You only need to scan the barcode on your e-ticket when you enter, without the need for long queues.
Sentosa Merlion Tower ticket prices
How to get to Sentosa Merlion Tower
- By Sentosa Express: Get off at Imbiah Station.
- By Public Bus: Take Bus 123 and get off at Merlion Plaza.
- By Intra-Island Bus: Depart by Sentosa B bus and get off at Merlion Plaza
- By Cable Car: Take the cable car from HarbourFront Tower 2 or Mount Faber Station and get off at Imbiah Sentosa Cable Car Station.
Things to do when visiting Sentosa Merlion Tower
1. Enter the Giant Merlion Tower
You must enter the tower of this Giant Merlion because there are many things for you to explore. This 37 meter high tower provides various educations about the history of Singapore and so on. When you are at the top of the tower, you can see the view of the city of Singapore. You can even see 360 degrees of the beauty of the city.
Not only enjoying the destination during the day, you can also see the Sentosa Merlion Tower at night. Sentosa Merlion Tower is decorated with thousands of very beautiful lights. Don't miss the light show at the Sentosa Merlion Tower at night.
2. Tiger Sky Tower
To be able to visit Tiger Sky Tower, you can buy tickets online in advance so that you get a cheaper price and without having to wait in long lines. Tiger Sky Tower is open daily from 09:00 am to 21:00 pm. You have to choose the right time so you can see the scenery comfortably and clearly. If you choose to see the view of Singapore in the morning which is still very cool, then you must come to Tiger Sky Tower at 09:00 or even earlier. If you want to see the beautiful sunset in Singapore, then you can visit the Tiger Sky Tower around 16:30 in the afternoon. However, if you want to enjoy the beautiful sparkling night lights in Singapore, you have to come around 19:30. You will see the extraordinary beauty of Singapore from this Tiger Sky Tower.
3. Wings of Time
This show tells about the friendship journey of the Shahbaz Bird with Rachel and Felix. Not only for adults, this show is sure to be very entertaining for children.
Have a good holiday in Singapore and explore the many new things that you will find there.
