Old Hill Street Police Station,Singapore

• Colourful multi‑coloured windows and façade (often called the Rainbow Building)
• Long arched colonnades and Neoclassical-colonial architectural details
• Photographic vantage points facing Hill Street and nearby civic landmarks
• Close proximity to other Civic District sites (churches, museums, Fort Canning)
• Illuminated facade at night for attractive evening photos

• Distinctive series of painted window shutters in bright colours (often noted as hundreds of windows)
• Symmetrical facade with colonnades and pilasters reflecting colonial-era civic architecture
• Adaptive reuse—historic exterior preserved while interior serves modern government functions
• Prominent position in the Civic District streetscape

• Photography — exterior and street-scape shots
• Short walking/heritage tours through the Civic District
• Observing architectural details (archways, cornices, windows)
• Visiting nearby attractions and cafes as part of a broader city walk

Early morning for softer light and smaller crowds, late afternoon/golden hour for warm photos, or evening to capture the lit facade.

Tropical: warm, humid, and rainfall is possible year-round. Expect hot daytime temperatures and brief showers, especially during the monsoon seasons.

Viewing the exterior and photographing the building is free any time. The building houses government offices so public access to the interior is generally restricted; interior access only during special open-house events. There are no regular entry fees.

Situated in the Civic District and easily reached by public transport and on foot from central locations. Street-level pathways and ramps in the surrounding area provide relatively good accessibility; check event notices for specific access arrangements during government events.

30–60 minutes if only photographing and viewing the exterior; allow longer if joining a guided heritage walk covering nearby sites.

Light, breathable clothing, sun hat, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain umbrella or light poncho for sudden showers. Bring a camera or smartphone with wide-angle capability for facade shots.

Combine a visit with nearby cafes, bakeries and hawker centres in the Civic District for a taste of local food. Souvenir options are available at museum shops nearby; local-themed postcards and photography prints make good keepsakes.