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

TIONG BAHRU GUIDE TO THE BEST HAWKER CENTRE

Indicative of Tiong Bahru’s old-meets-new appeal, this establishment was built on the site of the old Seng Poh Road Market and reopened in 2006 as a two-storey market and food centre. The first floor lets visitors experience a typical Singapore wet market before heading upstairs to enjoy delicious local dishes. With over 80 stalls housed in an art deco-style building, the hawker centre houses many famous stalls. These includes Jian Bo Shui Kueh (#02-05), serving traditional handmade chwee kueh (steamed rice cakes topped with preserved radish), and Tiong Bahru Lor Mee (#02-80), which sells lor mee (thick rice noodles in a rich gravy) with generous toppings such as braised pork belly, ngoh hiang (five-spice meat rolls) and fried wanton (Chinese dumplings), all for S$3 per bowl. Dessert stall Tian Tian Yuan Dessert House (#02- 15) has over 80 hot and cold desserts to choose from. Order the S$2 ice kachang (sweet shaved ice with toppings) for a refreshing treat.

Address: 30 Seng Poh Road
Opening Hours: Mon–Sun 6am–11pm
Nearest MRT: Tiong Bahru Station

HELLO! SINGAPORE TOURS GUIDE TO THE BEST SINGAPORE LOCAL FOOD

A popular breakfast item amongst locals, kaya toast is also eaten as a snack during teatime. The rich kaya spread—a traditional jam made from coconut, eggs and pandan leaves (which results in green kaya) or palm sugar (which makes brown kaya)—is slathered between slabs of cold butter and crusty bread. Pair it with a local kopi (coffee) or teh (tea), and the meal is complete. Many locals also eat it with two soft-boiled eggs mixed with dark soy sauce and a dash of pepper. From S$3.50 per serving

A must try on your Hello! Singapore food tour

Looks delicious right? wait till you have a taste of it when you book Hello! Singapore’s small-group food tour or private food tour.

Killiney Kopitiam
Address: 67 Killiney Road and other locations
Tel: +65 6734 3910
Website: www.killiney-kopitiam.com
Email: contactus@killiney-kopitiam.com
Opening Hours: Mon, Wed–Sat 6am–10pm; Tue & Sun 6am–6pm
Nearest MRT: Somerset Station

Ya Kun Kaya Toast
Address: Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Road #05-33 and other locations
Tel: +65 6884 9552
Website: www.yakun.com.sg
Email: info@yakun.com Opening Hours: Mon–Thu & Sun 9am–9pm; Fri–Sat 9am–9:30pm
Nearest MRT: Somerset Station

Did you know that the Orchid known as Vanda Miss Joaquim is Singapore’s National flower? It was chosen to represent Singapore's uniqueness and hybrid culture. A perfect representation of the lion city because of its rich diversity.

The Vanda Miss Joaquim is also the first registered plant hybrid from Singapore. On your Hello! Singapore city tour, you will see several orchids on display especially on special occasions. You will see everywhere the vibrant colors, hardiness, and resilience of the beautiful flower that really mirrors the spirit of Singaporeans.

Learn more about Singapore on your Singapore City tour

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Your Hello! Singapore city tour won’t be complete without experiencing the river cruise or also known as Bumboat. The name comes from the combination of the Dutch word for a canoe—"boomschuit" ("boom" meaning "tree"), and "boat"

Taking the Bumboat cruise is one of the best ways to see the beautiful city of Singapore. This is a must to do in the city that every Singapore Tourist guide will recommend. If you are on our private customised tour, we can definitely add this to your itinerary! It is one of the add ons when you book on our website giving you a hassle-free Singapore trip!

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