Istana Open House Chinese New Year 2025: Food Trucks, Performances & Guided Tours

Every year the Istana opens to the public during Chinese New Year, and if you get a chance to visit, it is worth a look around! Read more about what to expect at the Istana Open House here. The CNY Istana Open House 2025 will be held on Sunday, 2 February 2025, and entry is free for Singaporeans and PRs.

The CNY Istana Open House usually has activities for visitors and captivating musical performances and multicultural dances. Visitors can go on guided tours of the Istana’s main building to learn more about its history, architectural heritage and unique landscape of flora and fauna.

The Istana Heritage Tour costs $8 per adult and $4 per child (aged 4 to 12 years old) for Singaporeans and PRs, and $30 per adult and $12 per child (aged 4 to 12 years old) for foreigners.

Food stalls and a food truck, as well as merchandise booths selling limited-edition Istana souvenirs and President’s Challenge souvenirs, will also be at the open house.

All proceeds from entry fees to the Istana grounds, tours and the President’s Challenge merchandise booth will go towards charities supported by the President’s Challenge.

Admission to Istana Open House 2025

• Entry to the Istana grounds is free for Singaporeans and permanent residents.
• All other visitors will need to pay an entrance fee of $20 per adult and $10 per child aged between four and 12.
• Only cashless payments will be accepted.
• There are also fees applicable for entry to the Istana Main Building, the Guided Tour and Nature Guided Tour.

Read more about what to expect at the Istana Open House here.