The Singapore Tourism Board has announced that the main Merlion statue at Merlion Park will undergo cleaning on 14 May 2026. During this period, the statue will be covered in scaffolding, making it unavailable for photo opportunities. Visitors are encouraged to take pictures with the nearby Merlion cub statue instead.
The cleaning works are part of routine maintenance to preserve the iconic landmark, which attracts numerous tourists each year. The Singapore Tourism Board has requested public understanding, as the works and accompanying barricades may cause some inconvenience.
The Merlion, a mythical creature with a lion's head and a fish's body, is a symbol of Singapore's origins as a fishing village and its original name, Singapura, meaning "lion city." The statue's maintenance ensures it remains a key attraction in Singapore's tourism landscape, which the Singapore Tourism Board actively promotes under its "Passion Made Possible" brand.
For further information, the Singapore Tourism Board advises contacting their communications division
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