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Al-Abrar Mosque

📍 192 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068635 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 11am - 8.30pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Al-Abrar Mosque is one of Singapore’s oldest mosques, founded in 1827 as a small thatched hut serving Tamil Muslim immigrants from South India, known as the Chulias. The mosque became a brick building in 1855 and was gazetted as a National Monument in 1974. Visitors can admire its distinctive Indo-Islamic architecture, including twin minarets, and appreciate its historical significance in Singapore’s early Muslim community. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8Fy2inK9GEWEg7wE6.

Ann Siang Hill Park

📍 Ann Siang Hill, Singapore 069708 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Ann Siang Hill Park is a small, tranquil green space situated on one of the few remaining hills in the area, surrounded by historic shophouses that once housed Chinese clan associations and businesses. The park features an old well dating back to the 1800s, along with spice trees such as nutmeg, cinnamon and tamarind. Visitors can enjoy a peaceful stroll, spot heritage features and follow the nearby Pioneers Trail to learn more about Singapore’s early immigrant communities and spice trade history. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Zh7BX5EhWr2YfkST7.

Ann Siang Hill Street

📍 Ann Siang Hill, Singapore 069708 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Ann Siang Hill Street is a historic street that was once part of a nutmeg and clove plantation before being developed into an urban neighbourhood of Chinese businesses, clan associations and residences. Named after wealthy businessman Chia Ann Siang, the street is now known for its beautifully restored shophouses, cafés, restaurants and bars. Visitors can stroll along the heritage streets, admire the traditional architecture, explore boutique shops and enjoy the lively dining scene. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Zh7BX5EhWr2YfkST7.

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum

📍 288 South Bridge Road, Singapore 058840 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 7am - 5pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum is a Tang-style Chinese Buddhist temple officially opened in 2007 to house a sacred tooth relic believed by Buddhists to belong to the Buddha. Its striking architecture combines Tang Dynasty design with Buddhist mandala elements, while its interiors feature ornate halls and Buddhist artefacts. Visitors can explore the temple’s museums, admire the intricate architectural details, view the rooftop garden and prayer wheel, and learn about Buddhist culture and heritage. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bSiv36Nvckw8WpJo8.

Cantonese Opera Wall Mural

📍 252 South Bridge Road, Singapore 058801 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Cantonese Opera Wall Mural is a vibrant artwork by local artist Yip Yew Chong that recreates the traditional open-air Cantonese opera performances once enjoyed by Chinatown's residents. The mural captures performers in elaborate costumes, backstage preparations and audiences from different backgrounds. Visitors can admire the intricate details, learn about Singapore's cultural heritage and take photos with the colourful artwork. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/5pY6QCEtCSgCgSRS9.

Chinatown Complex Market

📍 335 Smith Street, Singapore 050335 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 7am - 10pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Chinatown Complex Market is a traditional wet market in Chinatown, known for its wide selection of fresh produce, meat, seafood and dried goods. Visitors can browse the stalls, discover local ingredients and experience the daily shopping culture of Singapore’s neighbourhood markets. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/JRpLr7pwgvCqTQ8N7.

Chinatown Heritage Centre

📍 48 Pagoda Street, Singapore 059207 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 10am - 8pm 💰 Ticketed Admission | Purchases Vary Chinatown Heritage Centre is a museum housed in three restored shophouses along Pagoda Street, showcasing the lives and living conditions of early Chinese immigrants in 1950s Chinatown. Visitors can explore recreated shophouse interiors, discover the personal stories of early residents and learn about the challenges, traditions and everyday life that shaped Singapore’s Chinatown. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6tM4KgcnbKvvWyM37.

Chinatown Market Wall Mural

📍 30 Temple Street, Singapore 058570 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Chinatown Market Wall Mural is a three-storey mural by local artist Yip Yew Chong. Inspired by his childhood memories of Chinatown in the 1970s and 1980s, the artwork depicts traditional wet market stalls, a kopitiam, provision shops and everyday street life. Visitors can admire the intricate details, spot nostalgic scenes of old Singapore and take photos with this colourful tribute to Chinatown’s past. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/aEHb8QAVKDLQaHbQ9.

Chinatown Point

📍 133 New Bridge Road, Singapore 059413 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 10am - 10pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Chinatown Point is a modern shopping mall in the heart of Chinatown, featuring a mix of retail shops, restaurants and lifestyle outlets. The mall also houses Library@Chinatown, Singapore’s first public library dedicated to Chinese arts and culture. Visitors can shop for everyday essentials, enjoy local and international cuisine, and explore the library’s Chinese cultural collections. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8YgqWix7vbbByZm19.

Chinatown Visitor Centre

📍 2 Banda Street, Singapore 059962 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 9am - 6pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Chinatown Visitor Centre is an information hub helping visitors discover Chinatown’s rich heritage and cultural attractions. Visitors can get travel information and itinerary recommendations, purchase tickets for attractions and walking tours, and browse locally designed souvenirs to take home. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CTCSg3AU9bwXrQxv9.

Club Street

📍 Club Street, Singapore 069400 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Club Street is a historic street named after the Chinese social clubs and associations that once gathered there, including the Chinese Weekly Entertainment Club, established in the 19th century. Today, the street is lined with conserved shophouses housing restaurants, cafés and bars. Visitors can admire the heritage architecture, explore the dining scene and enjoy the lively atmosphere around the neighbourhood. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tYqkdDKbSsqkoXCi7.

Elgin Bridge

📍 South Bridge Road ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Elgin Bridge is a historic bridge spanning the Singapore River, with its origins dating back to the 1820s when an early footbridge connected the river’s north and south banks. The current bridge was completed in 1929 and is known for its graceful arches, cast-iron lamps and decorative medallions featuring a lion, designed by Italian sculptor Rudolfo Nolli. Visitors can walk across the bridge, admire its architectural details and enjoy views of the Singapore River and surrounding heritage buildings. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/z13ov8qNmmTMx29p6.

Fuk Tak Chi Museum

📍 76 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 048464 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 10am - 10pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Fuk Tak Chi Museum is a restored Chinese temple dating back to 1824, established by Hakka and Cantonese immigrants and dedicated to Tua Pek Kong, a Chinese deity. Once a place of worship and a community centre for early Chinese immigrants, it was converted into Singapore’s first street museum in 1998, displaying artefacts and miniature scenes of early immigrant life. Visitors can admire its traditional Chinese architecture, explore historical exhibits and learn about the experiences and cultural heritage of Singapore’s early Chinese communities. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KeHPegAJJB7UafNbA.

Garden Link Bridge

📍 Pagoda Street ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Garden Link Bridge is an elevated pedestrian bridge connecting Pagoda Street to People’s Park Complex. Unlike an ordinary overhead bridge, it features landscaped greenery, Chinese-style pavilions and shaded seating areas. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing break above the busy streets, admire the garden features and take photos of the surrounding Chinatown neighbourhood. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hdSRyRFpAf1Nx5he7.

Hong Lim Market

📍 531A Upper Cross Street, Singapore 051531 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 6am - 8pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Hong Lim Market is a historic market named after Cheang Hong Lim, a prominent 19th-century Chinese merchant and philanthropist who funded the original market in 1882. Today, Hong Lim Market continues to serve the local community, offering fresh produce, meat, seafood and other daily essentials. Visitors can browse the market stalls and experience the everyday shopping culture of Singapore’s traditional neighbourhood markets. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/L5YEdVksVbev4hMN6.

Hong Lim Park

📍 New Bridge Road, Singapore 059299 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Hong Lim Park is a historic public park named after Cheang Hong Lim, a wealthy Chinese businessman who donated the land in 1876 to create Singapore’s first public garden. Once a venue for Chinese opera performances and some of Singapore’s earliest political rallies, the park is now best known for Speakers’ Corner, established in 2000 as a designated space for public speeches and demonstrations. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing stroll through the greenery, explore the park’s historical significance and learn about Singapore’s civic and political heritage. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VHxtSx8ju6Po4mw49.

Jamae Mosque

📍 218 South Bridge Road, Singapore 058767 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 10am - 9pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Jamae Mosque is one of Singapore’s oldest mosques, established in 1826 by Tamil Muslim immigrants from South India known as the Chulias. Recognised as a National Monument in 1974, the mosque is known for its distinctive South Indian entrance gateway, twin minarets and prayer halls featuring Neoclassical and Chinese architectural influences. Visitors can admire its unique architecture, learn about the history of Singapore’s early Muslim community and explore its heritage through guided tours. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GKmMqKrUSq6PAjVo7.

Keong Saik Road

📍 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089130 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Keong Saik Road is a historic street named after businessman and community leader Tan Keong Saik in 1926. Once known as part of Chinatown’s red-light district during the 1960s, the street has since transformed into a vibrant dining and lifestyle destination lined with conserved shophouses, boutique hotels, cafés and bars. Visitors can admire the colourful heritage architecture, explore independent eateries and enjoy the blend of old-world charm and modern urban culture. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LLLHcfQNMPDoJRjf6.

Pagoda Street

📍 Pagoda Street, Singapore 059198 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Pagoda Street is a historic street in Chinatown named after the towering gopuram, or entrance tower, of nearby Sri Mariamman Temple, which early Chinese immigrants used as a landmark. Once home to early Chinese immigrants, traders and coolie quarters, the street is now lined with conserved shophouses, souvenir shops and traditional businesses. Visitors can explore the colourful heritage streetscape, browse local souvenirs and visit the Chinatown Heritage Centre to learn about the lives of early Chinese settlers. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/dQTQmayPnpJaBAUo7.

Paper Mask & Puppet Seller Wall Mural

📍 227 South Bridge Road, Singapore 058776 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Paper Mask & Puppet Seller Wall Mural is a colourful heritage mural by local artist Yip Yew Chong, depicting Mr Yeo Ban Kok, a street vendor who handcrafted and sold traditional paper masks and puppets around Chinatown in the 1980s. Inspired by the artist’s childhood memories, the mural captures a disappearing trade and the everyday street life of old Singapore. Visitors can admire the intricate details, learn about traditional street trades and take photos with this nostalgic artwork. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wkjrFQ3giwAvcDUK7.

People's Park Complex

📍 1 Park Road, Singapore 059108 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 11am - 10pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary People’s Park Complex is an iconic mixed-use development in Chinatown, completed in 1973 and recognised as a landmark of Singapore’s modernist architecture. Built on the former site of People’s Park Market, it was among the earliest developments in Southeast Asia to combine shopping, offices and residential spaces within one building. Visitors can explore its bustling shopping atrium, browse traditional Chinese goods and jewellery, visit money changers and discover a different side of Chinatown beyond its historic shophouses. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/94Yr7y1DUqMxGnRt8.

Sago Street

📍 Sago Street, Singapore 059012 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Sago Street is a historic street in Chinatown that takes its name from the sago-processing factories that operated in the area during the 1840s, when Singapore was an important centre for the sago trade. The street was also once home to traditional trades and bustling street markets. Visitors can explore the conserved shophouses, browse souvenir shops and food stalls, and learn about the history of Chinatown’s early immigrant community. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hxVxcZGWZ1huEaVF6.

Singapore City Gallery

📍 45 Maxwell Road, Singapore 069118 ⏱️ Mon - Sat • 9am - 5pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Singapore City Gallery is an exhibition space managed by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), opened in 1999 to showcase Singapore’s transformation and urban planning journey over the decades. Known for its impressive architectural models and interactive exhibits, the gallery illustrates how Singapore plans its housing, transport networks, green spaces and city landmarks. Visitors can explore the detailed model of central Singapore, watch the projection show and discover how the city has evolved through immersive displays. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zfgt4792tU768UGv8.

Smith Street

📍 Smith Street, Singapore 058943 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Smith Street is a historic street in Chinatown that was once known as Hei Yuen Kai, or “Theatre Street” in Cantonese, due to its association with Chinese opera performances and traditional entertainment. It later became famous for its street hawkers and food stalls, earning a reputation as one of Chinatown’s popular dining spots. Visitors can admire the conserved shophouses, sample local dishes and explore the street’s blend of heritage, food and cultural experiences. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/exUbZWv6c2tpJ5N36.

Sri Mariamman Temple

📍 244 South Bridge Road, Singapore 058793 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 6am - 12pm; 6pm - 9pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Sri Mariamman Temple is Singapore’s oldest Hindu temple, established in 1827 by Indian pioneer Naraina Pillai to serve South Indian immigrants. Dedicated to Goddess Mariamman, who is associated with protection against diseases, the temple is known for its ornate gopuram adorned with colourful sculptures of Hindu deities and mythological figures. Visitors can admire its intricate architecture, learn about Hindu traditions and discover the annual Theemithi fire-walking festival, one of the temple’s most significant religious celebrations. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HLWPUmCYuZoNVFKA8.

Telok Ayer Green

📍 186 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068632 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Telok Ayer Green is a small heritage park that commemorates Telok Ayer’s history as a landing point for immigrants in the 1800s, when the area was located along Singapore’s original shoreline. The park features sculptures depicting scenes from early immigrant life, including a Chinese lantern procession and an Indian milk trader. Visitors can explore these displays, learn about Singapore’s multicultural heritage and enjoy a short stop while exploring the surrounding historic temples and shophouses. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HruyAigcULFWcY4K7.

Telok Ayer Street

📍 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068601 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Telok Ayer Street is a historic street that once ran along Singapore’s original coastline, serving as an important landing point for Chinese immigrants arriving by sea in the 19th century. As the area developed, temples and places of worship were established to serve the growing immigrant community. Visitors can explore historic landmarks such as Thian Hock Keng Temple, admire the conserved shophouses and discover the area’s role in Singapore’s early immigrant history. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/BH6GibbYEBg3rjCk8.

Temple Street

📍 Temple Street, Singapore 058571 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Temple Street is a historic street in Chinatown that developed alongside Singapore’s Chinese immigrant community during the 19th century. Named after the nearby Sri Mariamman Temple, the street is lined with conserved traditional shophouses that reflect the area’s early commercial and residential history. Visitors can explore the heritage architecture, browse the shops and discover the surrounding cultural landmarks. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VADSLr1N7Uk9egwS9.

Thian Hock Keng Temple

📍 158 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068613 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 7.30am - 5pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Thian Hock Keng Temple is one of Singapore’s oldest Hokkien temples, built in 1839 by early Chinese immigrants and dedicated to Mazu, the Chinese goddess of the sea, whom sailors prayed to for safe voyages. Originally located near the shoreline, the temple served as an important place of worship and gathering for the Hokkien community. Visitors can admire its traditional Southern Chinese architecture, intricate carvings and decorative roof details while learning about the beliefs and maritime heritage of Singapore’s early Chinese settlers. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Xy9Kz5pS5YMNAgMY9.

Thian Hock Keng Wall Mural

📍 93 Amoy Street, Singapore 069913 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Thian Hock Keng Wall Mural is a heritage mural by local artist Yip Yew Chong, depicting scenes inspired by Thian Hock Keng Temple and the lives of early Chinese immigrants in Singapore. The artwork captures the temple’s historical significance as a place of worship and community for Hokkien settlers, bringing the area’s past to life through detailed illustrations. Visitors can admire the mural, spot its historical details and take photographs while exploring the surrounding Telok Ayer heritage district. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VmUyYcWtDrS6gdfb9.

Trengganu Street

📍 Trengganu Street, Singapore 058467 ⏱️ 24 Hours 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Trengganu Street is a historic street in Chinatown named after the Malaysian state of Terengganu, reflecting the connections between Singapore and the Malay Peninsula. During the early 20th century, the street formed part of a bustling Chinatown neighbourhood, with shophouses and businesses serving the local Chinese community. Visitors can explore its conserved shophouses, browse the surrounding traditional shops and experience the heritage streetscape near Chinatown Street Market. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mZ8UazgZwMcxcMeA9.

Yue Hwa Chinese Products

📍 70 Eu Tong Sen Street, Singapore 059805 ⏱️ Mon - Sun • 11am - 9pm 💰 Free Admission | Purchases Vary Yue Hwa Chinese Products is a well-known Chinese department store in Singapore, established in 1969 to introduce traditional Chinese goods and products to the local community. Its flagship store at the junction of Eu Tong Sen Street and Upper Cross Street occupies the former Great Southern Hotel, a landmark building completed in 1936 that was once known as one of Southeast Asia’s tallest hotels. Visitors can browse a wide range of Chinese goods, including traditional clothing, tea, herbal products, snacks and household items, while appreciating the building’s distinctive heritage architecture. Need directions? Find your way here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XhTCYBwD3chaaxbr5.

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