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Essentials about the Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay in brief

Art and culture fans in Singapore should definitely pay a visit to the Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay. The Esplanade is Singapore’s leading multifunctional arts and culture center, located right in the heart of the city on the shores of picturesque Marina Bay. The Esplanade’s two main buildings are a 1,600-seat concert hall and a 2,000-seat theater, which are complemented by various smaller halls. From musical events to dance performances and VisualArts displays to plays, Theatres on the Bay showcases a very wide range of programs of both Asian and Western art.

The architecture of the Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

Even from the outside, the Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay is a highlight. Built in the late 1990s, the two main buildings of the Esplanade are among the most architecturally striking structures in Singapore. Because of its resemblance to the popular fruit, the Esplanade is often affectionately called “durian” by locals.

If you can’t get tickets for an event at the Theatres on the Bay anymore, you should still stop by the Esplanade – not only because of the great architecture, but also because of the many free events that take place regularly at various locations in the Esplanade.

Eating, drinking and shopping in the Esplanade

If so much art and culture makes you hungry, you can visit one of the many cafés and restaurants on the grounds of the Esplanade. And like everywhere else in Singapore, the next shopping opportunity is not far away. The three-story Esplanade Mall is a great place to spend some time shopping.

Guided tours of the Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

By the way, those who want to learn more about the Esplande complex on site should take part in the so-called Esplanade Walk. The 45-minute guided tour takes participants to the concert hall, the theater and other public areas and provides interesting details about the architecture, history and program of the Esplanade.

Website

esplanade.com

Opening hours

Admission fees

Depending on the event and the seats selected.

Address

Getting there

By public transport:

MRT lines East West and North South: Stop City Hall

MRT line Circle: Stop Esplanade

Bus lines 1N, 2N, 3N, 4N, 5N, 6N, 36, 36A, 36B, 56, 70M, 75, 77, 97, 97e, 106, 111, 133, 162M, 171, 195, 195A, 531, 700A, 857, 960, 960e, 961C, NR1, NR2, NR5, NR6, NR7 and NR8: Stop The Esplanade

By car:

There is a parking garage on site.