Singapore Street Art Hunting in Kampong Glam: Self-Guided Tour

Singapore , Singapore

Singapore Street Art Hunting in Kampong Glam: Self-Guided Tour

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About this experience

Uncover Singapore's colourful side - this audio tour shows you the secret spots where you can find spectacular street art works in the midst of a historical ethnic neighbourhood. With just your smart phone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app which also works offline, you will be introduced to some stellar art by local and international street artists as you explore the narrow lanes of Singapore's ethnic Arab and Malay quarter.

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Singapore Street Art Hunting in Kampong Glam: Self-Guided Tour

What's included

VoiceMap application

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Lifetime access to Street Art Hunting in Kampong Glam tour

Detailed itinerary

Stop 1 Pass by

The tour takes you on a wandering walk beginning at the busy shopping malls at Bugis and leads you to the nearby historic neighbourhood Kampong Glam. Start the tour in the app, put your phone in your pocket, and let your guide direct you through the streets. The total walking distance is approximately 2km and takes about half an hour without stopping, but you can pause anytime! Most people will opt to stop for photography opportunities along the way. Be prepared for Singapore's unpredictable tropical weather as this tour takes place completely outdoors - bring along a hat or umbrella to protect yourself from the hot afternoon sun.

The exact route can be seen upon downloading the tour, and audio from the tour can be listened to anytime.

The tour takes place in outdoor areas which are mostly wheelchair accessible, but there may be roads and curbs that might not be the most wheelchair friendly.

We'll go through Bugis Village which has abundant affordable shopping.

Stop 3 Pass by

The Arts Centre houses many art groups including a collective of several well-known street artists whose tags we'll discuss and you'll find all over the city.

Stop 4 Pass by

Admire and hear about the murals on Arab street inspired by the many textile shops here.

Stop 5 Pass by

Haji Lane is very popular for its collection of indie retail boutiques. This particular end is especially popular because of the very large and colorful artwork.

What's not included

Smartphone

Transportation

Food/Drink

Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Available languages

Audio guide

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Important information

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meeting point

Begins at Bugis Station under the Bugis village sign. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace. Directions to the starting point are in the app.

Important notes

VOICEMAP CODE
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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

[REMOVE FOR DRIVING TOURS]This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.[REMOVE FOR DRIVING TOURS]

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
2. Create an account
3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
4. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE
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• You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
• This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
• When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
• Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT
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For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me

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Practical Information

Language

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English: Widely spoken

Currency

Singapore Dollar (SGD)

Time Zone

GMT+8

Electricity

230VV, 50HzHz

Safety Information

Overall Safety Rating: Very safe

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