OPENING HOURS:
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Last Entry: 7:15 PM)
CLOSURE DATES (FOR MAINTENANCE):
13 October 2026
FOR ORGANISATIONS
CHOOSE YOUR LEARNING JOURNEY
GENERAL ADMISSION
Chinatown Heritage Centre
Self-guided
Recommended 60 - 90 mins
Maximum 150 pax, with groups capped at 15 pax each
INSIDER'S LOOK
GUIDED TOUR
Chinatown Heritage Centre
Guided Tour
English or Mandarin available
90 mins
Maximum 75 pax, with groups capped at 15 pax each
"UNDER ONE ROOF" CHARACTER-LED TOUR
Chinatown Heritage Centre
Guided Tour
English only
90 mins
Maximum 75 pax, with groups capped at 15 pax each
GENERAL ADMISSION
Explore at your own pace
Enjoy a self-exploratory visit through the
immersive exhibits. Visitors can scan QR codes
throughout the galleries to access multimedia
content, including archival photos, videos, and
interactive features that deepen the
storytelling.
Key Feature:
No time limit
Chinatown Heritage Centre
Self-guided
Recommended 60 - 90 mins
Maximum 150 pax, with groups capped at 15 pax each
INSIDER'S LOOK GUIDED TOUR
Step into the stories of 1950s Chinatown
Gain a deeper understanding of the exhibits
through a guided exploration that uncovers
lesser-known details and narratives. This tour
offers a more reflective and empathetic
perspective on life in Chinatown during the
1950s, enriching the overall visitor experience.
Key Feature:
Guided heritage tour
Chinatown Heritage Centre
Guided Tour (English/Mandarin)
90 mins
10 - 75 pax, with 1 guide assigned for every group of up to 15 pax
"UNDER ONE ROOF"
CHARACTER-LED TOUR
Meet Chinatown’s past residents
Experience life in 1950s Chinatown through the
eyes of a factory worker, hawker, coolie, or
other characters who once lived at 50 Pagoda
Street. Hear their firsthand accounts and
stories, bringing their experiences to life in a
vivid and memorable way.
Key Feature:
Engaging with live characters
Chinatown Heritage Centre
Guided Tour
(English Only)
90 mins
10 - 75 pax, with 1 guide assigned for every group of up to 15 pax
WHY CHOOSE US?
SECONDARY/TERTIARY
Take learning beyond the classroom and into the heart of Singapore’s past. Chinatown Heritage Centre offers tertiary students an immersive experience that connects history, heritage and real-life stories.
Through exploring the lives of early migrants and residents, students can gain a deeper understanding of Singapore’s social and cultural development, while reflecting on themes such as migration, identity, resilience, community and nation-building.
CORPORATES
Give your team a meaningful experience that goes beyond the usual lunch or team outing. The immersive 1950s setting provides a refreshing change from the office, making it an engaging option for staff engagement, team bonding, corporate learning and appreciation programmes.
Whether you are planning a team outing or looking for a unique corporate experience, the Centre offers an opportunity for colleagues to connect, learn and create shared memories together.
ACTIVE AGING CENTRES
A visit to Chinatown Heritage Centre offers seniors more than a glimpse into Singapore’s history. Set within a preserved 1950s shophouse environment, the Centre provides an engaging space for seniors to reconnect with familiar sights, stories and experiences from the past.
Through immersive exhibits and stories of everyday life, participants can share memories, exchange personal experiences and discover how Singapore’s early communities lived and worked.
