Yan Kit Swimming Complex, Central Area

Name: Yan Kit Swimming Complex
Address: Central Area, Singapore

#51 among attractions in Central Area

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Yan Kit Swimming Complex, located along Yan Kit Road, was the second public swimming pool in Singapore, opening in 1952 and closing on April 2001. The complex cost a total of $513,000 and pool users had to pay fifteen cents per entry. The complex closed due to a daily attendance of only 120 users by 2001. ()

Coordinates: 1°16'35"N, 103°50'32"E

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Central Region (Outram)Central Area Singapore

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Yan Kit Swimming Complex – 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.

~1910 ftN
Museum, Buddhist architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
10 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...
~1500 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Singapore City Gallery
8 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...
0.5 miNE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Sri Mariamman Temple
12 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.
0.5 miN
Shopping centre, Shopping, Spa
People's Park Complex
14 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...
0.6 miN
Shopping, Department store
Yue Hwa, Central Area
16 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.
0.5 miNE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Thian Hock Keng
14 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...
0.6 miN
Concerts and shows, Theater, Cinema
The Majestic
15 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...
~1380 ftE
Shopping centre, Shopping
International Plaza
7 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...
~1720 ftNW
Protected area
Bukit Pasoh Road, Central Area
9 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.
0.5 miNE
Museum, Sacred and religious sites, Palladian architecture
Nagore Durgha
14 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.
0.4 miNE
Mosque, Sacred and religious sites
Masjid Al-Abrar
11 min walk • Masjid Al-Abrar is a mosque located along Telok Ayer Street in Chinatown within the Central Area, Singapore. It is one of the earliest mosques in Singapore. The mosque is also known by two other names – Kuchu Palli and Masjid Chulia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Yan Kit Swimming Complex?

Nearby attractions include Neil Road, Central Area (3 min walk), Nei Xue Tang Museum (4 min walk), Icon Loft (4 min walk), Duxton Hill (6 min walk).

How to get to Yan Kit Swimming Complex by public transport?

The nearest stations to Yan Kit Swimming Complex:

Bus

Opposite Maritime House • Lines: 167, 196, 75 (3 min walk)
Tanjong Pagar Plaza • Lines: 145, 80 (3 min walk)

Metro

Tanjong Pagar • Lines: Ewl (7 min walk)
Outram Park • Lines: Ewl, Nel, Tel (10 min walk)