Singapore Civic District + Chinatown Join-in Walking Tour

Discover the rich history and stunning architecture of St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Singapore’s largest and oldest Anglican church. On this guided tour, you’ll admire the breathtaking neo-Gothic design, learn about its colonial-era origins, and hear fascinating stories about its role in Singapore’s history. Step inside to explore the beautiful stained glass windows, historic artifacts, and serene atmosphere. Perfect for history and architecture enthusiasts looking to experience a piece of Singapore’s heritage.

Victoria Theatre & Concert Hall, one of Singapore’s most iconic performing arts venues. This elegant colonial-era landmark, with its grand clock tower and neoclassical architecture, has been a cultural hub since the 19th century. As you pass, admire its beautifully restored façade and learn about its role in Singapore’s vibrant arts scene.

Raffles Landing Site, where Sir Stamford Raffles is believed to have first set foot in Singapore in 1819. Marked by a statue of Raffles, this historic riverside spot offers scenic views of the Singapore River and the city’s modern skyline. As you pass, reflect on its significance as the starting point of Singapore’s colonial history and transformation into a global metropolis.

Merlion Park is a popular waterfront attraction in Singapore, home to the iconic Merlion statue — a mythical creature with a lion’s head and fish’s body that symbolizes the city’s origins and growth.

Fuk Tak Chi is Singapore’s first Chinese temple, built in the early 1820s by Cantonese and Hakka immigrants as a place of worship and community support. Today, it stands as a small heritage museum in Telok Ayer, offering a glimpse into the lives of early Chinese settlers.

Thian Hock Keng is one of Singapore’s oldest and most important Hokkien temples, built in 1842 to honor Ma Zu, the Goddess of the Sea. Located on Telok Ayer Street, it was a place where early Chinese immigrants gave thanks for their safe arrival to Singapore.

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum is a majestic, Tang dynasty–inspired Chinese Buddhist temple in Singapore’s Chinatown, purpose-built in 2007 to enshrine what is believed to be a canine tooth relic of the historical Buddha. Beyond its richly adorned halls and rooftop garden, it houses a four-story cultural complex featuring worship spaces, a museum of Asian Buddhist art, and a golden stupa on the fourth floor that displays the sacred relic.

Sri Mariamman Temple is Singapore’s oldest Hindu temple, founded in 1827 by Naraina Pillai, an early South Indian pioneer. Located in Chinatown, it’s renowned for its vibrant Dravidian architecture and serves as a spiritual and cultural hub for the Tamil Hindu community.

(Former Coolie House & Former Opium Den)

Pagoda Street in Singapore’s Chinatown is a heritage-rich lane once known for its coolie houses and opium dens that served newly arrived Chinese laborers in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, the street is lined with restored shophouses and bustling souvenir shops, with markers highlighting its past as a former coolie house and opium den site.