MINT Museum of Toys is a private toy museum at 26 Seah Street, Singapore 188382, in the Bras Basah–Bugis heritage district, a short walk from Raffles Hotel. Opened in 2006 by collector Chang Yang Fa, MINT (Moment of Imagination and Nostalgia with Toys) displays vintage toys and childhood memorabilia from more than 40 countries, dating from the 1840s to the 1980s. Travelers come for the nostalgia, the rare character pieces and the slim, glass-fronted building that is an architectural curiosity on a quiet shophouse street.
What to Expect at MINT Museum of Toys
The collection is arranged vertically across five compact floors plus a basement, with themed galleries that include Outerspace, Characters, Childhood Favourites and Collectables. Expect tin robots and rocket ships, early Mickey Mouse and Popeye figures, Japanese character toys and decades of European and American playthings displayed in tightly packed vitrines.
The stairwells hold their own displays, including Vintage Decorative Tins, Vintage Enamel Signs, Birth of Astroboy, Spooky Horror and Beatles Memorabilia. Guided museum tours, AR storytelling and Faber-Castell colouring workshops run for families and school groups, and the MINT Shop sells collectible and retro toys.
MINT Museum of Toys at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 26 Seah St, Singapore 188382 |
| Neighborhood / Area | Bras Basah–Bugis, Civic District |
| Operating Hours | Tue–Sun 9:30AM–6:30PM; Mon closed |
| Admission / Price Range | Paid entry ($$); see emint.com |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 1 to 1.5 hours |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | Esplanade MRT (Circle Line) and City Hall MRT (North-South/East-West Lines); paid parking at nearby malls |
| Official Website & Phone | emint.com · +65 6339 0660 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
Arrive at 9:30AM on a weekday to avoid school groups and Singapore holiday crowds, and buy tickets through the official site. Start on the top floor and work down. Esplanade MRT is about five minutes on foot and City Hall MRT about eight; drivers can use paid parking at Raffles City or CHIJMES. A lift serves the main floors, though galleries are narrow, so folding strollers help.
Afterward, walk two minutes to Raffles Hotel and its arcade, five minutes to CHIJMES for lunch in a restored convent, or ten minutes to the National Museum of Singapore along Stamford Road.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is MINT Museum of Toys open?
It opens Tuesday to Sunday from 9:30AM to 6:30PM and closes on Mondays. Weekday mornings are quietest.
How much are tickets?
Admission is paid, with separate adult and child rates. Check current prices and buy online at the official MINT website.
How long should I spend there?
Allow 1 to 1.5 hours to browse every floor. Add 45 minutes if you join a guided tour or workshop.
Is it suitable for kids and wheelchair users?
Children enjoy the character toys and AR activities, while adults appreciate the vintage pieces. A lift links the floors, but tight aisles make wheelchair movement slow at busy times.
Travelers exploring Singapore often pair this stop with nearby highlights including Raffles Singapore (0.2 km away).
