In shortSri Mariamman Temple is free to enter, at 244 South Bridge Road. Checked October 2026.
Culture · free
Duration
30 min
The take
Singapore's oldest Hindu temple dates from 1827, and its Dravidian gopuram, the tall tiered gateway tower, is the landmark of South Bridge Road. We'd pair it with Buddha Tooth Relic Temple on the same Chinatown morning.
Good to know
Free entry; donations welcome
Photography rules are posted at the door
Finding it: 244 South Bridge Road in Chinatown, two minutes along the road from Buddha Tooth Relic Temple
Hours checked October 2026
Before you go
Does Sri Mariamman Temple close in the middle of the day?
Yes, it closes from noon to 6pm. The temple runs two sessions, 6am to noon and 6pm to 9pm, with the evening one stretching to 9.15pm on Fridays. Do the temple first thing or after tea, and spend the afternoon gap at the nearby Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, which stays open through it.
Sources: Sri Mariamman Temple (Hindu Endowments Board), Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and MuseumChecked November 2026
What should I wear to Sri Mariamman Temple?
Cover your shoulders and wear trousers or a skirt that reaches at least the knees, and avoid anything too tight, short or revealing. Temples lend shawls, cover-ups and wraps if you're caught out. Footwear comes off outside, usually at a spot set aside for it, so wear shoes that slip off easily.
How should I behave inside Sri Mariamman Temple?
Stay out of the shrines and sanctums, keep your voice low and don't sit with your feet pointing at the deities, the priests or another person. Adults should skip hugging and other public affection, and smoking and alcohol are not allowed on the temple grounds. Treat the priests with respect.
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