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Is entry to Sentosa free 2023?

Sentosa will now be charging for Island Admissions from 1 April 2023. Here's what you need to know if you have a booking to/within Sentosa. Passengers have documents to waive admission fees (Sentosa Staff Pass/ Sentosa Islander membership/ Hotel Complimentary Pass, etc).



No, the "free entry" promotion that existed during the pandemic has ended, and as of 2026, there is once again a fee to enter Sentosa Island, though it varies by your mode of transport. If you enter via the Sentosa Express (monorail) from VivoCity, the standard fee is $4 SGD. If you drive or take a taxi, the "gantry fee" ranges from $2 to $6 SGD depending on the time of day. However, for budget-conscious travelers in 2026, entry via the Sentosa Boardwalk (walking) is only $1 SGD, making it the most affordable way to access the island. Once you are on the island, the "Sentosa Beach Shuttle" and the "Sentosa Bus" are free to use for all visitors. It is also important to note that while "island entry" is cheap, the major attractions—like Universal Studios Singapore or the S.E.A. Aquarium—require separate, high-priced tickets. To save money, check for the "Sentosa Discovery Choice Pass," which occasionally offers a free experience at one of the smaller island attractions for registered tourists.

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We've enjoyed free island admission for the longest time (since 2020!) but island admission fees will be reinstated from 1 Apr 2023. Here's a breakdown of the new Sentosa admission fees: Via Sentosa Express. Standard fee: S$4. Selected TransitLink concession card holders: S$2.

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Bus and train (MRT and/or LRT) fares in Singapore are charged according to the total distance travelled in a journey and this is known as the Distance Fares system.

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The water around Sentosa is clean enough for swimming, but don't expect it to be crystal clear. As Singapore is one of the world's busiest ports, there are dozens of cargo ships and tankers on the horizon.

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Sentosa was known for savage pirates and a brutal prisoner of war camp before the Singapore government converted it into an upmarket vacation destination in the 1970s. Now 10 million people a year visit this island, which is less than a mile from the mainland and connected by rail and cable car.

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