Discover Singapore’s Secrets: Family-Friendly Historical Walks To Explore!

CHINATOWN WALKING TOUR *Historical Walking Trails In Singapore: Family-Friendly Heritage Tours

On this Chinatown walking tour, you'll be able to discover hidden gems and gain insight into Chinese customs and culture. Besides visiting and exploring intricate streets lined with historic shophouses and renowned temples, you'll also get to enjoy street markets and lively hawker centers. Guided by experts, the tour is pretty informative, and you'll also get to hear inspiring stories of early Chinese immigrants and how they overcame challenges to establish their lives in Singapore.

Chinatown Walking Tour by Monster Day Tours, www.monsterdaytours.com/chinatown-walking-tour

LITTLE INDIA SMALL GROUP WALKING TOUR *Historical Walking Trails In Singapore: Family-Friendly Heritage Tours

Little India is a vibrant neighborhood where long-standing traditions blend seamlessly with the daily rhythms of Singaporean life. On this walking tour, you'll be uncovering the district's layered history while enjoying local food and learning about the rich mix of cultures here. The tour starts at Little India MRT Station before heading to Tekka Centre's bustling wet market, and then continues along Serangoon Road, where you'll be gaining insights into the district's history and its significance.

Little India Small Group Walking Tour by Culture Curious, www.culturecurious.biz/small-group-little-india-walking-tour

KAMPONG GELAM WALKING TOUR *Historical Walking Trails In Singapore: Family-Friendly Heritage Tours

Embark on an engaging Kampong Gelam walking tour and explore this vibrant area that was once reserved for royalty. You'll be discovering the unique bend of traditional shops and trendy cafes along Haji Lane, snapping photos of impressive street art in the district, and admiring intricate details of Kampong Gelam's mosques up close. Additional highlights include learning about the lives of Singapore's original inhabitants and sampling iconic Malay dishes such as Nasi Padang and Teh Tarik.

Kampong Gelam Walking Tour by Monster Day Tours, www.monsterdaytours.com/kampong-gelam-walking-tour

ULTIMATE FOOD JOURNEY *Historical Walking Trails In Singapore: Family-Friendly Heritage Tours

This amazing tour offers much more than just a chance to taste local delicacies; it's also an immersive dive into the heritage of roots of Singapore's beloved foods and traditional dining spots. Starting at a hawker center, you'll be sampling iconic dishes while also learning about local ingredients in a nearby wet market. The tour includes intimate visits to two family-owned shops along Joo Chiat road and hands-on activities like rolling popiah (spring rolls), followed by a sweet finale at one of Singapore's most adored puts tiring stalls.

Ultimate Food Journey by Klook, www.klook.com/ultimate-food-journey-singapore

TIONG BAHRU HERITAGE TOUR *Historical Walking Trails In Singapore: Family-Friendly Heritage Tours

Today, Tiong Bahru is known as a trendy and artsy neighborhood, full of unique eateries and eclectic shops, but its past tells a different story. On this tour, led by volunteer guides, you'll be uncovering the neighborhood's pre-war and post-war architecture while discovering stories of notable pioneers whose contributions have shaped Singapore's heritage. An exclusive highlight of the tour is also a visit to Singapore's first civilian air raid shelter which saved lives during World War II. The tour itself is a window into Tiong Bahru's rich history and the lives that defined this iconic district.

Tiong Bahru Heritage Tour by My Community, www.mycommunity.org.sg/my-tiong-bahru-heritage-tour

ORCHARD ROAD STORIES WALKING TOUR *Historical Walking Trails In Singapore: Family-Friendly Heritage Tours

This interesting cultural walk by Jane's SG Tours offers two types of experiences: a leisurely three-hour morning tour ending around lunchtime, or a shorter two-hour evening tour that concludes at a pre-dinner drink spot. The guided tour reveals a side of Orchard Road often overlooked in favor of its glamorous malls and luxury hotels, but beneath the modern surface, this district actually has a rich history shaped by plantations, colonial heritage and pockets of serene beauty like Emerald Hill.

PERANAKAN HERITAGE TOUR *Historical Walking Trails In Singapore: Family-Friendly Heritage Tours

Join a guided walking tour around Singapore's Joo Chiat-Katong district, an area rich in Peranakan culture and history. You'll be able to enjoy an authentic Peranakan lunch, learn the story behind Peranakan tile painting, and try your hand at creating your own tile art alongside family or friends. You'll also be visiting the rows of colorful traditional Peranakan houses along Koon Seng Road, and all in all, this tour offers a meaningful and interactive way to explore Singapore's cultural heritage.

Peranakan Heritage Tour by Klook, www.klook.com/en-SG/singapore-peranakan-heritage-tour

MY TANGLIN HALT HERITAGE TOUR *Historical Walking Trails In Singapore: Family-Friendly Heritage Tours

Queenstown, Singapore's first satellite town, was named in honor of Queen Elizabeth II during her coronation in 1953. Originally spanning around 1,150 acres, it was bordered by Redoubt Road, Tanglin Road, Alexandra Road and the Malayan Railway. Tanglin Halt, one of five planned neighborhoods, is renowned for its iconic chap lau chi (ten-storey flats), and this heritage tour showcases pioneering institutions, including Singapore's first HDB flats, branch library, polyclinic and sports complex, highlighting the area's historical significance.

FORT CANNING REVEALED WALKING TOUR *Historical Walking Trails In Singapore: Family-Friendly Heritage Tours

Fort Canning, a lush and historic site in Singapore, boasts over 700 years of history. It's now a vibrant urban park, and the heritage tour acts as a veritable treasure hunt that peels back Fort Canning's many layers of history. It begins at Fort Canning Hill, where participants explore iconic landmarks like the Armenian Church and Central Fire Station. It continues through European burial grounds, lush gardens, the Malay kings' shrine, and then concludes at Battle Box, an underground bunker that narrates events leading up to the 1942 Japanese invasion.

Fort Canning Revealed Walking Tour by Jane's SG Tours, www.janestours.sg/fort-canning-revealed

STORY OF SINGAPORE TOUR *Historical Walking Trails In Singapore: Family-Friendly Heritage Tours

Discover the essence of Singapore during an engaging two-hour tour that covers everything from our city's geography to its cultural heritage. It starts at Singapore City Gallery, where insights into urban planning and development are shared. Then, you'll visit Maxwell Food Center to savor local flavors before heading to Ann Siang Hill to admire colonial architecture. You'll also be exploring Telok Ayer Street before concluding the tour at Thian Hock Kheng Temple. All in all, the tour is an unforgettable journey through the heart of the city and allows you to gain a deeper understanding of Singapore's rich heritage.