Chinatown

#163 among destinations in Singapore

Interesting neighbourhood

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Facts and practical information

Chinatown is a subzone and ethnic enclave located within the Outram district in the Central Area of Singapore. Featuring distinctly Chinese cultural elements, Chinatown has had a historically concentrated ethnic Chinese population. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 1°16'56"N, 103°50'35"E

Location

48 Pagoda StCentralSingapore

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Day trips

Chinatown – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum, Singapore City Gallery, Sri Mariamman Temple, People's Park Complex.

~510 ftSE
Museum, Buddhist architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Singapore's Chinatown, the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum is a remarkable cultural landmark that attracts both worshippers and tourists alike. This majestic four-story temple, completed in 2007, is said to house the left canine tooth of...
~1260 ftSE
Museum, Specialty museum
Singapore City Gallery
7 min walk • The Singapore City Gallery is an urban planning museum that offers a glimpse into Singapore's transformative journey from a developing nation to one of the most sophisticated and well-planned cities in the world. Located in the heart of the city, the gallery is a...
~740 ftE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Sri Mariamman Temple
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Singapore's bustling Chinatown, the Sri Mariamman Temple stands as a vivid testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry. This Hindu temple, the oldest in Singapore, was founded in 1827 by Naraina Pillai, an immigrant from South India.
~670 ftN
Shopping centre, Shopping, Spa
People's Park Complex
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Chinatown in Singapore, People's Park Complex is a commercial and residential building that stands as a testament to the city-state's urban development. This iconic shopping centre, with its unmistakable brutalist architecture, was completed in...
~980 ftN
Shopping, Department store
Yue Hwa, Central Area
5 min walk • Yue Hwa Building is a historic building located at the junction of Eu Tong Sen Street and Upper Cross Street in Chinatown, Singapore, next to Chinatown MRT station.
~1880 ftE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Thian Hock Keng
10 min walk • Thian Hock Keng, often referred to as the Temple of Heavenly Happiness, is a beacon of spirituality and historical architecture nestled in the heart of Singapore's Chinatown. This exquisite temple, constructed in the 1840s, stands as one of the oldest and most...
~890 ftN
Concerts and shows, Theater, Cinema
The Majestic
5 min walk • The Majestic, a historical landmark nestled in the heart of Singapore, is an emblematic theatre that has stood the test of time. Established in 1928, this iconic venue was initially a Cantonese opera house that later transitioned into a cinema, captivating audiences...
0.5 miSE
Shopping centre, Shopping
International Plaza
13 min walk • International Plaza, standing proudly at the heart of Singapore's central business district, is a multifaceted skyscraper that embodies the dynamic nature of the city. This commercial development is not only a shopping center but also houses offices and residential...
~1880 ftNE
Park
Speakers' Corner
10 min walk • The Speakers' Corner in Singapore is an area located within Hong Lim Park at the Downtown Core district, whereby Singaporeans may demonstrate, hold exhibitions and performances, as well as being able to engage freely in political open-air public speeches, debates and discussions.
0.4 miSW
Protected area
Bukit Pasoh Road, Central Area
10 min walk • Bukit Pasoh Road is a road in Tanjong Pagar within the Outram Planning Area of Singapore. The road starts from Neil Road which is one way, but becomes two ways, when the road forks out into two parts, with one becoming Teo Hong Road, with both roads ending at New Bridge Road.
~1850 ftE
Museum, Sacred and religious sites, Palladian architecture
Nagore Durgha
9 min walk • The Nagore Durgha is a shrine in Singapore built by Muslims from southern India between 1828 and 1830, and was originally known as Shahul Hamid Dargha. When this shrine was first built, Telok Ayer Street where the shrine is located was a sandy beach crowded with sailing craft.