OPENING HOURS:
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Last Entry: 7:15 PM)
CLOSURE DATES (FOR MAINTENANCE):
10 November 2026,
4 December 2026 (11:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
FOR ORGANISATIONS
CHOOSE YOUR LEARNING JOURNEY
GENERAL ADMISSION
Chinatown Heritage Centre
Self-guided
Recommended 1 hour+
Maximum 150 pax, with groups capped at 15 pax each
INSIDER'S LOOK
GUIDED TOUR
Chinatown Heritage Centre
Guided Tour
English or Mandarin available
1 hour 30 minutes
Maximum 90 pax, with groups capped at 15 pax each
"UNDER ONE ROOF" CHARACTER-LED TOUR
Chinatown Heritage Centre
Guided Tour
English only
1 hour 30 minutes
Maximum 90 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 1 hour+
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)
1 hour 30 minutes
10 - 90 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)
1 hour 30 minutes
10 - 90 pax, with 1 guide assigned for every group of up to 15 pax
WHY CHOOSE US?
Take learning beyond the classroom and into the heart of Singapore’s past. Chinatown Heritage Centre offers 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.
