55+ Fun and Clever Riddles About Singapore with Answers

I’m half lion, half fish, a symbol that’s quite grand. I guard the bay and represent the land. What am I?

The Merlion

I’m where flights take off in style, gardens bloom inside for miles. Travelers love my butterfly zone. What airport am I known?

Changi Airport

I’m tall and wide with a pool so high, tourists swim like birds in the sky. What landmark am I?

Marina Bay Sands

I’m served with rice, tender and nice, with chili and soy — a foodie’s paradise. What Singapore dish am I?

Hainanese Chicken Rice

I fly high each August day, with red and white proudly on display. What celebration am I?

Singapore’s National Day

I came before the skyscrapers, simple and meek. Once called the Sea Town, history’s what you seek. What was Singapore’s old name?

Temasek

A British man in 1819, I founded a port both smart and fine. Who am I?

Sir Stamford Raffles

I mark the day Singapore stood tall, breaking free once and for all. What year was my call?

1965

I began as a trading post where East met West, now I’m one of Asia’s best. What city am I?

Singapore

I was ruled by Britain, then merged with a neighbor, but freedom came soon after. What event am I?

Singapore’s independence from Malaysia

Born in 1819, I started small but grew to shine. From swamps to skyline, who am I?

Singapore’s founding city

Five stars and a crescent tell my tale, of unity and peace that shall not fail. What am I?

The flag of Singapore

I’m celebrated each August with pride and might, fireworks painting the Marina bright. What occasion am I?

Singapore National Day

I’m a lion city, bold and free, from Temasek’s roots to prosperity. What am I called today?

Singapore

From kampongs to condos, my story’s told, with culture and history worth its gold. What journey am I?

Singapore’s transformation since its founding

Balloons in the sky, red and white fly, the parade marches by — what month am I?

August

Fireworks roar and music plays, Singapore shines in countless ways. What special day in August am I?

Singapore National Day

Flags wave high, kids cheer loud, the Lion City feels so proud. What month do we celebrate this crowd?

August

I come once a year with songs so grand, I honor Singapore’s freedom and land. What am I?

National Day Parade

I’m when the Merlion smiles wide, and fireworks light up the tide. What festive month am I?

August

I mark Singapore’s independence, its strength and resilience. Which month am I known for brilliance?

August

Red and white fill every street, parades and music make it sweet. Which month am I that can’t be beat?

August

I celebrate freedom with pride and flair, every Singaporean knows I’m rare. Which month brings this national affair?

August

With songs of unity and flags so bright, I’m the month that fills hearts with light. Who am I?

August

Born from independence in ’65, I keep the nation’s spirit alive. Which month am I celebrated with joy?

August

We swim in groups, not all alone, in parks and rivers we’ve made our home. Who are we?

Otters

We waddle by day, splash by night, in Bishan Park, we’re quite a sight. What animals are we?

Bishan Otters

Tourists cheer when they see our play, near Marina Bay, we make their day. Who are we?

Singapore Otters

We love clean water, that’s no lie, in Singapore’s rivers we slide right by. What are we?

Otters

Not in zoos but in the wild we stay, frolicking near Gardens by the Bay. Who are we?

Otters

We sunbathe, swim, and steal the show, around Bishan or Marina, that’s where we go. Who are we?

Bishan Otters

Cute but sneaky, with whiskers to spare, you’ll spot us playing almost anywhere. Who are we?

Otters in Singapore

We make Singapore’s parks more fun, families watch us in the sun. What creatures are we?

Otters

We’re part of Singapore’s wildlife dream, floating together like a team. Who are we?

Otters

Cameras click as we slide and play, in the Lion City’s parks we stay. What animals are we?

Otters of Singapore

I’m half fish and half lion, strong and tall, guarding the bay where tourists call. What am I?

The Merlion

With water from my mouth I spray, greeting everyone at Marina Bay. Who am I?

Merlion Statue

My fish tail tells of the sea so deep, my lion’s head shows courage to keep. What am I?

The Merlion

I’m Singapore’s pride, both fierce and neat, half-sea, half-beast, and selfie elite. Who am I?

The Merlion

Born from Temasek’s fishing past, my lion roar forever lasts. What statue am I?

The Merlion

I stand by the water, never shy, tourists line up just to say “hi.” What am I?

Merlion Statue in Singapore

Part myth, part pride, I’m Singapore’s guide — spouting water by Marina’s side. Who am I?

The Merlion

You’ll find me where the skyline gleams, symbol of history, courage, and dreams. What am I?

The Merlion Statue

With scales below and mane above, I symbolize strength and the land we love. What am I?

The Merlion of Singapore

Neither fully fish nor fully beast, I’m Singapore’s icon, to say the least. What do I depict?

A lion head and fish body — The Merlion

I’m spicy, creamy, and full of delight, found in hawker stalls from day to night. What am I?

Laksa

You’ll find me in Katong, thick and rich, slurp me quick — I’m everyone’s pick. What dish am I?

Katong Laksa

Served in bowls, orange and bright, I’m Singapore’s soup that feels just right. What am I?

Laksa

Coconut milk and noodles swirl, I’m every foodie’s dream come true. Where can you find me?

Singapore hawker centres

Locals love me, tourists cheer, my spicy scent draws all near. What dish am I?

Singapore Laksa

Not fancy restaurants, but open air, my flavors dance beyond compare. Where can you find me?

Hawker centres in Singapore

I’m best eaten with chopsticks tight, at stalls where flavors ignite. Where am I served?

Hawker stalls across Singapore

Thick noodles, shrimp, and sambal red, I’m comfort food for every head. What am I?

Laksa

You’ll find me bubbling in Katong’s lane, creamy, spicy, never plain. What’s my name?

Katong Laksa

I’m a Singapore classic, bold and true, taste me once — I’ll stay with you. Where might you find me?

At Singapore hawker centres and food courts

I guard the coast with cannons tall, once used to protect one and all. What am I?

Fort Siloso

I sit on Sentosa with pride and might, a reminder of Singapore’s wartime fight. What fort am I?

Fort Siloso

Though battleships once ruled the seas, I now display history with ease. How many battleships can you see?

None — Fort Siloso shows replicas and exhibits

I tell tales of soldiers brave, not ships upon the ocean wave. What can you find here?

Guns, tunnels, and war exhibits, not battleships

I’m filled with bunkers, not with ships, my stories come from history’s lips. Where am I?

Fort Siloso, Sentosa Island

I don’t have real ships, but I’ve got the fight, a fort of courage, strong and tight. How many battleships are here?

Zero — only models and displays

Cannons stand guard while tourists roam, a war museum that feels like home. What fort am I?

Fort Siloso in Singapore

Once built to defend from sea attack, I now bring Singapore’s history back. What am I?

Fort Siloso

No ships to sail, but tales to tell, I’m Singapore’s war museum that’s done quite well. What am I?

Fort Siloso

I’m not a harbor or a dock at all, but I show where brave men stood tall. How many battleships are on display?

None — Fort Siloso has exhibits, not ships