HELLO! SINGAPORE TOURS GUIDE TO CHINATOWN

The church was founded in 1889 by Dr. Benjamin West, a Methodist missionary and medical doctor who preached from a shophouse in Chinatown. He delivered sermons in Malay to a humble crowd of around 30 people. His sermons were then translated into Hokkien, a local dialect. Subsequently, a four-story structure was built at Telok Ayer Street, and became the present-day church building. Reminiscent of its past, visitors will notice that the building is a unique blend of Western and Eastern influences.

Familiar architectural touches like a pagoda roof and louvred doors and windows, typically seen in Southeast Asia, are said to have put the local Chinese community at ease. On its 100th anniversary in 1989, the church was gazetted as a national monument. English services are held on Sundays at 9 am while Hokkien and Bahasa Indonesia services are held at 1.30 pm.

The Telok Ayer Chinese Methodist Church, located on 235 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore

Address: 235 Telok Ayer Street
Tel: +65 6324 4001
Fax: +65 6324 4002
Website: www.tacmc.org.sg
Email: admin@tacmc.org.sg
Opening Hours: Mon–Wed & Fri 9am–10pm; Thu, Sat & Sun 9am–6pm

HELLO! SINGAPORE TOURS GUIDE TO CHINATOWN

Dedicated to educating people on Chinese tea appreciation, Tea Chapter shares its knowledge in Chinese tea culture through their services. Its ambiance and fine oriental décor make it an ideal place to seek solace and enjoy some peace and quiet from the hustle and bustle of life.

The shop offers different setting styles–an oriental style, a Japanese style, a Korean style and more. Tea Chapter is helmed by Grand Tea Master Patrick Kang who has over 20 years of experience in Chinese tea art and Chinese culture.

Staged shot featuring Active Silver with family and kids enjoying a traditional tea appreciation day at Tea Chapter.

Notable figures he has met and shared his art and knowledge with include Singapore’s former President Tony Tan and Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. Visitors can contact Tea Chapter to book a session with the Grand Master. You may also add this to your customsied tour itinerary by booking clicking this link

Address: 9 & 9A Neil Road Tel: +65 6226 1175 / +65 6226 1917 (Trade
Contact: Tay Wei Wah) Fax: +65 6221 0604
Website: www.teachapter.com
Email: inquiry@teachapter.com (Trade Contact: Tay Wei Wah)
Opening Hours: Mon–Thu & Sun 11am– 9pm; Fri & Sat 11am–10.30pm

HELLO! SINGAPORE TOURS GUIDE TO CHINATOWN

With roots dating back to 1827, Singapore’s oldest Hindu temple was formerly known as ‘Mariamman Kovil’ or ‘Kling Street Temple’. It was later rebuilt as Sri Mariamman Temple, dedicated to goddess Mariamman, who is believed to be able to heal the sick. During the colonial period, it was a refuge for new immigrants, a dispute mediation venue and where marriage ceremonies were held for Hindus.

Today, weddings are still held at the temple, and travelers who visit in October or November may get to observe the Theemithi (fire-walking ceremony) celebrations, which is the main festival observed here annually.

Façade of Sri Mariamman Temple

Visitors can marvel at the temple’s six-tiered gopuram, or grand tower entrance, decorated with sculptures in the image of Hindu deities and mythological creatures. The visual treat continues with the temple’s elaborate interiors, featuring shrines with statues of different deities.

Address: 244 South Bridge Road
Tel: +65 6223 4064 Fax: +65 6225 5015
Website: smt.org.sg
Email: smt@heb.org.sg
Opening Hours: Mon–Sun 7am–noon, 6–9pm

HELLO! SINGAPORE TOURS GUIDE TO CHINATOWN

The name draws inspiration from Sri Mariamman Temple’s gopuram—the word for pagoda in Tamil— over the main gate of the temple. Jamae Mosque , also known as Masjid Chulia, flanks Pagoda Street on the other side. Both places of worship are gazetted as national monuments.

a local traditional Chinese tea shop located in Pagoda Street in Chinatown. The woman is depicted in the process of brewing Chinese tea the traditional way

HELLO! SINGAPORE TOURS GUIDE TO CHINATOWN

An urban enclave of world-class restaurants, hip bars and bustling creative hubs, Keong Saik and Bukit Pasoh attracts local artists, discerning gourmands and lifestyle enthusiasts alike. Visitors can enjoy bespoke cocktails at sophisticated speakeasies Gibson Bar and Ginza- style bar D.Bespoke along Bukit Pasoh Road–both ranked in Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2019. Old-school eats can also be found in the area such as Keong Saik Bakery.

The bakery fuses old-world charm with modern baking techniques to give rise to locally-inspired creations like Chendol Delight, a cake that fuses traditional chendol (traditional local dessert which includes shaved ice, green rice flour jelly, adzuki beans, coconut milk and palm sugar) ingredients with rich coconut custard.

Shot features the front façade of Potato Head Folk at Keong Saik from the Keong Saik road junction

Travelers can also savour gourmet food at Michelin- recognised restaurants, hunt down whimsical street art and if they have not had their fill of the neighborhood, spend a night in one of the boutique hotels nestled in conservation shop-houses.

HELLO! SINGAPORE TOURS GUIDE TO CHINATOWN

Once the oldest Chinese temple in Singapore and built by Singapore’s early Cantonese and Hakka immigrants, the building is now a museum—displaying artifacts and dioramas showing life in the district during its heyday—and part of a hotel, as it adjoins the boutique hotel, AMOY.

Address: 76 Telok Ayer Street
Tel: +65 6580 2888
Website: www.fareastmalls.com.sg/Far-East- Square/index.aspx?key=fuktakchimuseum
Cost: Free admission

HELLO! SINGAPORE TOURS GUIDE TO CHINATOWN

While Chinatown is known for its cultural landmarks and conserved shop-houses, visitors can also seek out the many murals that adorn the walls along the street. Mural artists such as Belinda Low, Ceno2, Didier Jaba Mathieu, Ripple Root, Tom Civil, and Yip Yew Chong have filled the walls of the streets around co-sharing spaces with scenes from old Singapore and old crafts and trades. Each mural provides visitors with Instagram-worthy photo opportunities that will surely stand out on their social media feed. To fully appreciate the artwork of local mural artist Yip Yew Chong, visitors can choose to embark on the Yip Yew Chong Street Art Trail by LocoMole.

Admire the instagram worthy art mural along Amoy street on your private customised tour

Address: Various locations around Chinatown

HELLO! SINGAPORE TOURS GUIDE TO CHINATOWN

One of the major Buddhist temples in Singapore, this is a fine example of the Chinese Tang dynasty style of architecture in the heart of Chinatown. As its name suggests, the building houses a tooth relic of Buddha, as well as other revered artifacts. Built-in 2007, visitors will marvel at the rich interiors comprising paintings, statues, tapestries and other exhibits related to Buddha and Buddhism. The building also has a roof garden and a vegetarian restaurant in the basement. Admission to the temple is free, and complimentary tours are conducted every Saturday.

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Address: 288 South Bridge Road
Tel: +65 6220 0220
Website: www.btrts.org.sg
Opening Hours: (Temple) Mon–Sun 7am– 7pm; (Museum & Stupa Chamber) Mon–Sun 9am–6pm

Singapore is home to stunning Architectural building designs that will leave each visitor in awe! It will be impossible not to notice this world-class architecture while you are on a Hello! Singapore tour. One of the best among the rest is the famous Helix bridge.

The structure connects Marina Centre with Marina South and is perfect to include on a Singapore night tour because of the striking beautiful lights that encapsulate the whole bridge. it was designed by Australian architects from Cox Architecture, London-headquartered engineers Arup and Singaporean Architects.

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HELLO! SINGAPORE TOURS GUIDE TO THE BEST SINGAPORE RESTAURANT

Established in the 90s, Hjh Maimunah has become a familiar name in the local Muslim community for its variety of mouth-watering nasi padang dishes (steamed rice served with various pre-cooked dishes). Diners can choose from more than 40 dishes offered at the eatery. The restaurant’s signature dishes include the Sudanese grilled chicken and lemak siput (shellfish cooked in a spicy coconut gravy). Hjh Maimunah offers two types of serving, ‘campur’, having all chosen dishes on a single plate or ‘hidang’, having each dish served on separate small plates so they can be shared. Diners can indicate their preference to servers beforehand.

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Address: 11 & 15 Jalan Pisang (Kampong Glam) / 20 Joo Chiat Road #01-02 (Joo Chiat)
Tel: +65 6297 4294 (Kampong Glam) / +65 6348 5457 (Joo Chiat)
Website: www.hjmaimunah.com
Email: hjh.maimunah@gmail.com
Cost: Prices of á la carte menu varies
Opening Hours: Mon–Sat 7am–8pm (Kampong Glam); Tue–Sun 8am–9pm (Joo Chiat)
Nearest MRT: Bugis Station / Eunos Station