Singapore Kampong Glam Hidden Gems Private Walking Tour
Looking to explore one of Singapore's oldest and most exciting areas? Kampong Gelam district is known as the heart of the Muslim culture!
On this tour one of our amazing local guides will take you on a walking trail through Kampong Gelam, sharing all their knowledge about the area's rich history! Be prepared to get some mind blowing insights and facts about Singapore, as our guides all have unique skills when it comes to story-telling and not less important...they know how to keep things fun! We will feed your mind with well-preserved historical facts about the Singapore sultans, the Malay community, the bugis villagers, the old traditions and the golden years of the Malay entertainment industry.
Your day will start with you meeting your guide at a meeting point in the city. They will then take you to see many of the famous landmarks such as:
Kampong Glam Residence Area Hajjah Fatimah Mosque Alsagoff Arab School Malay Heritage Center Sultan Mosque Haji Lane Bugis Area
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Singapore Kampong Glam Hidden Gems Private Walking Tour
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Kampong Glam
Kampong Glam is identified by the historic shophouses that have been carefully conserved in their original forms. With a rich history, diverse blend of cultures and a trendy lifestyle vibe, old trade houses are now home to a range of modern businesses. Shopaholics will be excited by the independent clothing stores and trinket stores that line the streets. Carpet and fabric stores are abundant for those searching for that little ethnic touch for home living. You will see a number of hipster cafes in the area, or be spoiled for choice for bars and restaurants when the sun goes down. The area holds much character, complete with pockets of graffiti walls (unheard of in Singapore!) that call for mandatory Instagram photos.
Hajjah Fatimah Mosque
The Hajjah Fatimah Mosque will captivate you with its blend of European, Malay and Chinese influences. Erected in 1846, it has an onion-shaped dome and an ablution area that looks like a Malay house with traditional Malay-Muslim wood carvings inside. You’ll notice Chinese glazed porcelain tiles in the parapet grilles on the windows, on the minaret tower and the top walls of the roof parapet. But what gets the most attention is the minaret, which resembles a church spire. It is three-tiered, with two octagonal towers and an elongated pyramid, and bears a close resemblance to the Neoclassical spires of the first St Andrew's Church.
Located at the boundary of the Kampong Gelam conservation area, this street was home to beautiful villas lined along the waterfront owned by wealthy Asians and many prominent European merchants. Today, despite its modern lifestyle, the area still reeks of charm and history through the presence of remaining architecture. Get a taste of multicultural Singapore as you stroll down the road to discover a mix of the old and new, contemporary concepts housed in traditional buildings and the unique blend of cultures.
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water
- English speaking guide
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Tips for guides
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- You will see us at the center of Lavender. We will be texting you as well in our private group chat so you can easily find us. Please note that there would be additional charge if you’d need an airport pickup/drop-off. Thanks!