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Singapore: Peranakan Walking Tour Through Katong - Joo Chiat
Singapore, Singapore
$188.33
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Peranakan Walking Tour through Joo Chiat immerses you in the vibrant heritage of this unique community. With a blend of architectural beauty and delightful culinary experiences, this tour reveals the rich stories of the Peranakan culture.
- 🏛️ Discover the former Joo Chiat Police Station, a conserved colonial-era building from 1928, now housing a boutique hotel and Peranakan restaurant Baba Chews.
- 🎥 Visit Roxy Square, once the site of the iconic Roxy Cinema, a key social hub from the 1930s to 1970s.
- 🏠 Admire the Red House, a famous heritage building renowned for its vibrant color and delicious baked goods.
- 🍜 Taste the famed 328 Katong Laksa, featuring thick noodles in a rich, slightly spicy broth, complemented by fresh prawns and cockles.
- 🍰 Indulge in Kim Choo Kueh Chang, where you can savor traditional Nyonya dumplings and visually stunning kuehs like ondeh-ondeh and kueh salat.
- 🚶♂️ Pass by the former Joo Chiat Maternity Hospital, now located in the lively heart of Joo Chiat.
- 📸 Capture memories at the world-famous Koon Seng Shophouses, a must-see for any visitor to Joo Chiat.
- 🏡 Explore the Peranakan Mansion, where you can glimpse the lives of Peranakan households and even try on a traditional kebaya for a memorable photo.
- 🍽️ Optional stop at Guan Hoe Soon to savor traditional Peranakan dishes like chap chye, babi pongteh, and mutton rendang, served with butterfly pea rice in a striking blue hue.
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Singapore: Peranakan Walking Tour Through Katong - Joo Chiat
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours
- Food samples (for food tours only)
- Licensed tour guide
- Insurance coverage
- Partly customisable itinerary
- Tips for the guide
- Full meals
- Public transportation
- Private transportation
Meeting point
Meet at: Main entrance, I12 Katong shopping mall (outside Tim Hortons)
Return details
Peranakan Mansion (End point may vary according to tour itinerary)
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East CoastFormer Joo Chiat Police Station - Conserved colonial-era building that was built in 1928. Today it is home to a boutique hotel, and retail and F&B businesses, including Peranakan restaurant Baba Chews.
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East CoastRoxy Square - The former Roxy Cinema, a focal point for social gatherings in the 1930s to 1970s, once stood at this spot.
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East CoastThe Red House - An iconic heritage building that was best known as the Red House Bakery — for its hue and delicious bakes.
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East Coast328 Katong Laksa - One of the most popular purveyors of laksa. Think thick noodles doused in an umami-rich, slightly spicy and creamy broth, accompanied by fresh prawns and cockles.
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East CoastKim Choo Kueh Chang - Take in the sights and smells of earthy Nyonya dumplings, alongside ‘gram-worthy kuehs (traditional cakes) of ondeh-ondeh, kueh salat and many others.
- Former Joo Chiat Maternity Hospital - Joo Chiat’s former maternity hospital now resides in an enviable spot, in the heart of one of Singapore’s buzziest neighbourhoods. (pass by)
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Joo ChiatKoon Seng Shophouse - No visit to Joo Chiat is complete without a selfie at the world-famous Koon Seng heritage shophouses
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Joo ChiatPeranakan Mansion - The highlight of the tour: A peek into the lives of Peranakan households in Singapore. For an unforgettable photo opportunity, try on the kebaya — the traditional dress worn by Peranakan women (optional).
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Joo Chiat[Optional Stop] Guan Hoe Soon - Dig into traditional Peranakan fare at this culinary institution. Feast on classics such as chap chye (braised vegetables), babi pongteh (braised pork), and mutton rendang (dry curry), with a generous portion of butterfly pea rice, which comes in an unusual shade of blue.
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Singapore: Peranakan Walking Tour Through Katong - Joo Chiat
Singapore, Singapore
$188.33
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!