Hell's Museum

For a visit to Hell, remarkably pleasant! Andrew was an excellent guide. He was very knowledgeable and engaging. There was space for discussion and learning about religion and death. I highly recommend the experience. It was like nothing I've ever seen before.

Quite unique and unexpected place. Very interesting and well focus sections about religious aspects amd their connections/differences in general concept of death/after life. Naturally section about punishments in afterlife is on its own league. In addition staff is very helpful - had pleasure to speak with Andrew who provide some extra insights for specific parts of the Musuem and was in generally very friendly.

This museum is not very big compared to the surrounding Haw Par Villa, but it makes a huge impact. Im recommending you take the tour as my tour guide Andrew was knowledgeable of all aspects of the museum and religious connections from origins to separations in thought and on to differences in practice and belief. In the museum we were allowed to take photos and video, but it was asked not to do so during the tour as the guide had multiple tours everyday andneeds to keep a schedule. I would advise to come at opening or post breakfast, it seems a crowd, though small, were coming once lunch hours commenced. This might be the most unique experience you will have in Singapore. Make time for it. You will learn about many beliefs not just asian beliefs.

The museum tour guide took us for a 1hr walk around of the museum. You could read for a further hour on your own, at the various texts, if time allows. I wouldn’t recommend for young children, but 10+ is fine. The museum touches on themes of major world religions, and their concepts of death and afterlife. The information is digestible and easy to follow. The main attraction is the Hell cave. The museum’s sculptures are twisted and horrifying, capturing the essence of hell. Although shocking visually, the artwork and detail is incredible. The museum notes the Hell punishments for mortal crimes, and the redemption for those at the end of their ordeal, resurrection and rebirth. Ensure you buy some Tiger Balm on the way out 🐅 The museum was setup in the 1930’s by the company owners of Tiger Balm, as a fun fact. Staff are very helpful and knowledgeable.

I was lucky to visit Haw Par Villa when our family lived in Singapore in the late sixties. Worth a visit if you've never been. You have to pay now, but still worth a look.

There is a museum (with admission fee) and outdoor sculptures which are both entertaining and educational. The museum gives an overview about different religions and their views about death and afterlife. Then it introduces the concept of death in Chinese culture and the ten courts of hell. I learnt a lot about the rituals and the ideas behind them. The sculptures are fantastic and it often carry moral lessons and Chinese cultures the owner of this villa (Aw Boon Haw and Aw Boon Par) wanted to share. Overall the site is a good place to visit, not to mention that it has lots of scenes for IG

Guided tour by the talented and knowledgeable Pei Si was a a highlight. The place seems to have grown out of its origins as a Tiger Balm marketing gimmick. I appreciated the sense of humour the staff have. The cafe wasn’t open, but google thinks it was, which led to a sweltering hike for food.

This was such an unexpectedly unique and genuinely interesting experience during our short stay in Singapore. The museum is engaging enough to explore independently, but we happened to join a guided tour with Michelle, whose humour, knowledge and thoughtful insights really elevated the visit. Beyond its focus on hell and the afterlife, the museum also offers compelling perspectives on how different cultures approach the very practical realities of death, which I personally found particularly fascinating. A great choice if you’re looking for a couple of hours doing something a little different and surprisingly thought-provoking.