National Day Istana Open House With Live Performances & Activity Booths

The National Day Istana Open House (IOH) will be held on Sunday, 26 July 2026

Venue: The Istana
Date: 26 July 2026
Admission: Free for Singapore Citizens and PRs

The National Day Istana Open House (IOH) will be held on 26 July 2026. The IOH will be open to all visitors. Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents enter for free. All other visitors are required to pay an entrance fee of $20 (adults) and $10 (children from 4 to 12 years old). 

Tours, Live Performances & Activity Booths 

Each Open House features live performances and family-friendly activities.

Please note the Istana Main Building is currently closed for restoration until further notice, but families can still go on the Istana Heritage Tour. 

Entry to Istana Villa

Entry into the Istana Villa for Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents are priced at $2* per adult and per child (4 to 12 years old). Other visitors are required to pay an admission fee* of $10 per adult and $5 per child (4 to 12 years old)

Istana Heritage Tour 

Embark on a guided tour of the Istana grounds to explore its rich history, architectural heritage, and unique flora and fauna. The 1-hour walking tour begins at the Main Gate and feature 

• The Villa: See this historic building on the Istana grounds, which has hosted some of the world’s most prominent Heads of State.
• The Ceremonial Plaza: See the grand outdoor plaza where visiting world leaders are formally welcomed.
• The Japanese Garden: Explore the only themed garden within the Istana grounds with traditional stone lanterns and a dry rock garden (karesansui).
• Flora & Fauna: Discover how the Istana grounds support a variety of plants and local wildlife.

Istana Heritage Tours are available on 26 July 2026

Visitors may join a guided tour in either English or Mandarin.

• English: 10.30am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm
• Mandarin: 10.30am, 1pm and 4pm

Fees apply*, and all proceeds go to the benefitting organisations supported by the President’s Challenge.

Tour Fees for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents

• Adult: $8.00 per pax
• Children (age 4 to 12 years): $4.00 per pax
• Children (below 4 years): Free
  

Standard Tour Fees

• Adult: $30.00
• Children: $12.00
• Children (below 4 years): Free

Book your tickets here.

Istana Open House Admission

Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents enter for free as well as children below 4 years old. All other visitors are required to pay an entrance fee of $20 (adults) and $10 (children from 4 to 12 years old). 

Do take note that admission into the IOH is subject to security checks. Pointed and sharp objects (e.g., knives of any size, fork, scissors), flammable items (e.g., lighter), tripods and canned items (e.g., canned drinks) are not allowed. here are no storage facilities in the Istana. Security personnel reserve the right to deny entry to visitors with prohibited items.

For more details, visit The Istana.