Tasting Trails: Chinatown, Little India & Kampong Glam, Haji Lane

The Former House of Tan Teng Niah is a vibrant, historic Chinese villa in Little India, Singapore, built in 1900 by a local businessman. It stands out for its colorful façade and is one of the last surviving Chinese villas in the area.

Little India Arcade is a historic shopping complex in Singapore offering traditional Indian goods, textiles, and food in restored 1913 shophouses.

Buffalo Road, established in the 19th century, is a historic street in Singapore's Little India. Named after the area's past as a buffalo-rearing village known as Kampong Kerbau, it once served as a hub for cattle trading and dairy production. Today, Buffalo Road remains vibrant, lined with flower stalls, textile shops, and traditional eateries, reflecting its rich cultural heritage

Tekka Market is a bustling market in Little India, Singapore, known for its fresh produce, meat, seafood, and diverse hawker food, reflecting the area's multicultural heritage.

Sultan Mosque is a prominent mosque in Singapore's Kampong Glam, known for its golden dome and rich Islamic heritage, serving as a key religious and cultural landmark since 1824.

Kampong Glam is a historic district in Singapore known for its Malay-Muslim heritage, vibrant shophouses, trendy cafes, and cultural landmarks like Sultan Mosque and the Malay Heritage Centre.

Arab Street is a lively street in Singapore’s Kampong Glam, famous for its textile shops, Middle Eastern cafes, and rich Islamic heritage.

Haji Lane is a narrow, vibrant street in Singapore’s Kampong Glam, known for its eclectic mix of boutiques, street art, cafes, and unique shops.

With your guide leading the way, uncover stories of early Chinese immigrants, their struggles, hopes, and resilience. Explore faithfully recreated 1950s-style homes and reveal the harsh realities of migrant life. Discover how Chinatown transformed from a crowded enclave into the vibrant cultural district it is today.

Smith Street is home to stunning murals by Yip Yew Chong, each showcasing Chinatown's rich heritage:
"My Chinatown Home": A glimpse into family life in a traditional shophouse.

"The Letter Writer": Honoring those who helped immigrants communicate with their families.
"Mid-Autumn Festival": Celebrating Chinatown’s festive traditions.

In the 19th century, Pagoda Street was a bustling hub for Chinese immigrants, housing coolie lodgings, opium dens, and shops like the notable Kwong Hup Yuen, a prominent coolie firm of the era . Today, the street is lined with beautifully preserved shophouses that showcase a blend of architectural styles, reflecting the diverse influences that have shaped the area .

Nanyang Old Coffee offers a nostalgic experience with its vibrant interior featuring red walls, vintage signage, and traditional décor. The second floor houses a mini-museum with antique coffee-making equipment from the 1950s, giving visitors a hands-on connection to Singapore’s coffee heritage.

The Buddha Tooth Relic Temple showcases Tang Dynasty-inspired architecture with multi-tiered roofs, wood carvings, and symbolic elements like dragons, phoenixes, and lotus flowers. This blend of religious, artistic, and cultural significance makes it a central spiritual landmark in Singapore.

The Chinatown Complex is a vibrant hub in Singapore, known for its bustling wet market and wide variety of local food stalls. The wet market offers fresh produce, meats, and seafood, providing a true taste of Singapore's daily life.