Monument · Chinatown, Singapore

Sri Mariamman Temple

Sri Mariamman Temple
Photo: Chainwit., CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Built in 1827, Sri Mariamman Temple serves the local Indian community. The main feature is the ornate entrance tower covered in Hindu deities. Respect the rules by dressing modestly and removing shoes at the entrance.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 2 of Singapore: Weekend Escape

Visiting Sri Mariamman Temple: what to know

Tickets
Entry is free.
Time needed
30 to 60 minutes.
Best time
Morning hours when it is less crowded.
Getting there
Chinatown MRT station is a short walk away.

Singapore itineraries with Sri Mariamman Temple

Day 2 of Singapore: Weekend Escape

Chinatown and the river

How Sri Mariamman Temple fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Buddha Tooth Relic TempleChinatown
  2. 11:00Sri Mariamman TempleChinatown
  3. 12:30Maxwell Food CentreChinatown
  4. 18:00Clarke QuaySingapore River
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Sri Mariamman Temple FAQs

Is there a dress code at Sri Mariamman Temple?

Yes. Shoulders and knees must be covered. Sarongs are sometimes available for loan.

Can visitors enter the main shrine?

Only Hindus may enter the inner sanctum. Others can view from the courtyard.

When is the temple open to the public?

Hours vary by day. Confirm current times on site or the temple website.

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