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The Istana Stamp Rally will also return with newly designed stamps for visitors to collect. Developed in partnership with Singapore Polytechnic, the student-led <\/strong>initiative encourages visitors to explore different parts of the Istana grounds through activities at designated pitstops where they can collect stamps.\u00a0<\/p>\n Visitors are also invited to explore the Istana grounds, including its architecture, as well as its flora and fauna.\u00a0<\/p>\n Self-guided tours of the Istana Villa will let visitors view a collection of state gifts presented to Singapore\u2019s leaders. The tours will be available from 10am to 5.30pm, with the last entry at 5pm.<\/p>\n Those who have pre-registered for the guided Istana Heritage Tour can tour the grounds during their selected timeslots from 10.30am.\u00a0<\/p>\n Food and beverage stalls will be available, with only cashless payments accepted.\u00a0<\/p>\n The main Istana building is closed for restoration and is not open to the public until further notice, the President’s Office said.<\/p>\n Entry to the Istana grounds is free for Singapore citizens, permanent residents and migrant domestic workers accompanying families.\u00a0<\/p>\n Other visitors will need to pay S$20 <\/strong>(US$15.60) <\/strong>per adult and S$10 for children aged four to 12.<\/p>\n Extra charges apply for selected activities, such as admission into the Istana Villa and guided heritage tours.\u00a0<\/p>\n All fees collected will go towards the benefitting programmes supported by the President\u2019s Challenge.<\/p>\n Visitors can enter via the main gate at Orchard Road, with Dhoby Ghaut the nearest MRT station. Entry may be restricted depending on crowd capacity or weather conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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