Kranji War Memorial

In shortKranji War Memorial is free to enter, at 9 Woodlands Road. Checked October 2026.

Culture · free

Duration

1 hour

The take

Rows of headstones overlooking the strait, and one of the stillest hours you can spend in Singapore. Put it on the same trip north as Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve.

Good to know

Free; cared for by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission

Dress respectfully, as you would for any cemetery

Finding it: 9 Woodlands Road, Kranji, a short walk or quick bus ride from Kranji MRT

Address checked October 2026

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Before you go

What is the difference between Kranji War Cemetery and Kranji State Cemetery?

Kranji War Cemetery is the burial site of soldiers who died defending Singapore and Malaya in the Second World War, with more than 4,400 graves. Kranji State Cemetery, on the same site, is the burial place of two former presidents of Singapore. The Singapore Memorial honours soldiers who have no known grave.

Sources: National Heritage Board

How long is the Woodlands at War trail from Kranji?

The National Heritage Board suggests about two hours with public transport, covering roughly 9 kilometres. Its shorter Communities of Woodlands route takes 1.5 hours and covers 4 kilometres. A third, A Journey through the Woods, is 15 kilometres, which suits a bike better than your feet.

Sources: National Heritage Board