9am - 8pm Daily (last admission before 7pm)

Adult: $10

Child: $6

HiPPO Topless Bus Stop: H12 & H13

SBS Transit bus 103, 166 or 197 or SMRT Bus 61 from North Bridge Road

Trace the lives of the early settlers, starting from their arrival on the shores of Singapore. Relive the hustle and bustle of the ‘golden years’ of Chinatown in the 50s. Immerse yourself with first- hand accounts of how hard life was in the past through the anecdotes of a diverse group of former Chinatown residents.

Take a peek through the eyes of shophouse dwellers through dismal and cramped living quarters that have been painstakingly re-created, lending an authentic feel to the simple life that the early migrants used to lead.

Start your odyssey through the historic passages of time, unlocking memories and untold stories, right here at the Chinatown Heritage Centre.

Experience first-hand what it was like to live in the cramped quarters of a shophouse. Take a peek through the eyes of shophouse dwellers through dismal and cramped quarters that have been painstakingly recreated, lending an authentic feel to the simple life that the early migrants used to lead.

After your tour of the museum, pick up a momento or souvenir for your loved ones back home. From intricate hand-made crafts to traditional toys of old, you are sure to find an interesting gift here at our gift shop.

And if you're feeling hungry, pop by the Singapore Heritage Restaurant. SHR delivers a rich and colourful menu that is an innovative take on the traditional flavours of Singapore. Let Chef Alvin Koh take you on a gastronomic journey of Neo-asian Fusion Cuisine.

Lift access available for physically-challenged visitors.

Walk around Chinatown's Pagoda street and take in the souvineer shops and the excellent and cheap food stalls.