We all have several celebrities and known individuals whom we want to meet one fine day. Being a huge fan of Bollywood movies, I would definitely want to meet Bollywood stars such as Kajol and Hritik Roshan – so charming!
Though I doubt that I will be able to meet them in real life, here at Madame Tussauds Singapore, I am given the opportunity to get up close to their wax figures – at least! Located at Sentosa, Madame Tussauds Singapore has had many visitors since it first opened in 2014.
A Little History Won’t Hurt Anybody
Madame Tussaud was born Marie Grosholtz in Strasbourg back in 1761. In 1793, she was imprisoned with her mother and upon her release, she was forced to prove her allegiance. But how?
She had to make death masks of executed nobles and her former employers, the King and Queen. In 1794, she inherited Dr Phillipe Curtuis’ wax exhibition. She then took her exhibition on tour in 1802.
In 1884, her grandsons moved it to Marylbone Road and in 1972, the second European Madame Tussauds opened in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The year 2011 marks its 250th anniversary and was then opened in Singapore in 2014. Today, Madame Tussauds continue to attract locals and tourists to its exhibitions.
What’s Inside?
There is so much going on inside Madame Tussauds. Let’s take a look, shall we?
Images of Singapore
This exhibition brings you through the colourful story of Singapore, from a fishing village to where it is now. It comprises of the Malay Fishing Village and Commercial Square which features the financial centre of Singapore.
Image Credits: Images of Singapore. (n.d.). Madame Tussauds Singapore. Retrieved April 30, 2021, from https://www.madametussauds.com/singapore/whats-inside/star-studded-experiences/images-of-singapore/
Apart from that, it also features Chinatown, bringing you back to the 1900s, from cramped workers to vibrant activities of the harbours. Get ready for a blast back to the past as you are invited to the Jubilee Cinema and encounter some television shops, playing Singapore footages from 1945 to 1965.
Spirit of Singapore Boat Ride
The Spirit of Singapore boat ride is the first ever Madame Tussauds boat ride. It brings you on a trip through fantasy and the tropical Singapore garden. Watch native plants come to life, along with a soothing bird song.
You will then be brought from nature’s serenity to Singapore’s F1 Night Race with sounds of cars speeding up. You will pass the Singapore flyer and hear the thunderous roar of Singapore Airline’s A380 aircraft and will end your journey at Singapore’s very own Changi Airport.
Ultimate Film Star and VR Racing Experience
Want to be a film star? Discover unique behind-the-scenes experience and the chance to audition for a leading role in a film as you act, dance and star next to some of the names in Indian cinema.
For those who are more adventurous, you can hop into VR racing cars and join the team of Lewis Hamilton and race against the greatest on the track!
Marvel Universe 4D
This is the one I am most excited about. Madame Tussauds will be introducing a new 4D film and it will be the first Marvel Cinema in Asia. Enjoy hard hitting and epic heroic action from everyone’s favourite superhero team in high definition. Apart from that, new Avengers figures will be displayed – Ironman, Captain America, and Spiderman.
Zones
Apart from the exciting exhibitions, you can also get up close with some of your favourite stars in the film and music industry and individuals in the politics.
Some of these zones include:
Each of these zones feature the wax figures of individuals who have done so much in these industries. Get close with iconic names such as Barack Obama, David Beckham, Leonardo Dicarprio, Michael Jackson and more.
Now that you know what to expect at Madame Tussauds Singapore, head down with your friends and family, ‘meet’ some of your favourite celebrities and most importantly, have a great time!
Madame Tussauds Singapore: 40 Imbiah Road, Singapore 099700
Operating hours: 10.00am – 7.00pm daily
Last entry: 6.00pm
