Little India

#320 among destinations in Singapore

Interesting neighbourhood

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Facts and practical information

Little India is an ethnic district in Singapore. It is located east of the Singapore River – across from Chinatown, located west of the river – and north of Kampong Glam. Both areas are part of the urban planning area of Rochor. Little India is commonly known as Tekka in the Indian Singaporean community. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 1°18'27"N, 103°51'11"E

Location

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Day trips

Little India – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sim Lim Square, Tekka Centre, Bugis, The Verge.

~1610 ftS
Shopping centre, Shopping
Sim Lim Square
8 min walk • Sim Lim Square is an iconic shopping centre located in the heart of Singapore, known for its extensive range of electronics and IT products. This six-story complex is a haven for tech enthusiasts and a go-to destination for anyone looking to buy or repair electronic...
~870 ftSW
Shopping centre, Shopping
Tekka Centre
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Little India, Tekka Centre stands as a vibrant emblem of Singapore's multicultural tapestry. This bustling shopping complex is renowned for offering an authentic slice of local life, where a myriad of cultures and communities converge under one...
0.5 miSE
Shopping, Shopping district
Bugis, Singapore/East Coast
14 min walk • Bugis is an area in Singapore that covers Bugis Street now located within the Bugis Junction shopping mall.
~1120 ftSW
Shopping centre, Shopping
The Verge
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Little India, The Verge is a prominent shopping centre in Singapore that has become a go-to destination for both locals and tourists alike. With its strategic location at the intersection of Serangoon Road and Sungei Road, The Verge offers a...
0.5 miSE
Mosque, Sacred and religious sites
Sultan Mosque
14 min walk • The Sultan Mosque, also known as Masjid Sultan, stands as a majestic religious landmark in the heart of Singapore's Kampong Glam district. With its massive golden domes and a spacious prayer hall, the mosque is not only a place of worship but also a symbol of Islamic...
~410 ftNW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Little India, Singapore, the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple stands as a vibrant testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry and the enduring spirituality of its Hindu community. Dedicated to the fierce goddess Kali, known for her power...
~750 ftSW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Indian Heritage Centre
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Singapore's Little India, the Indian Heritage Centre stands as a cultural beacon, celebrating the diverse and vibrant Indian community within the city-state. This four-story museum, with its striking glass façade that melds both traditional...
0.4 miNE
Shopping centre, Shopping
City Square Mall
10 min walk • City Square Mall, located at the intersection of Serangoon and Kitchener Roads, stands as a modern beacon of retail therapy in the heart of Singapore. This eco-friendly shopping centre, opened in 2009, is a favorite among locals and tourists alike, offering a diverse...
~1900 ftSE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Our Lady of Lourdes Church
10 min walk • The Church of Our Lady of Lourdes is a Catholic church in Singapore. It is located at Ophir Road in the Rochor Planning Area, within the Central Area in Singapore's central business district.
0.5 miS
Museum, Art museum
Objectifs, Central Area
14 min walk • Objectifs is an independent non-profit visual arts space in Singapore that aims to cultivate original voices in visual storytelling, and to inspire and broaden perspectives through the power of images.
0.5 miNE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple
12 min walk • Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple or Sri Perumal Temple is one of the oldest temples in Singapore. It is located in Little India within the planning area of Kallang along Serangoon Road, where its tall Gopuram shows the different incarnations of Lord Vishnu.