3 Best Tourist Attractions in Chinatown

"Chinatown Heritage Centre is a gateway for all tourists to follow Singapore's early pioneers' footsteps and learn the personal stories of the people who made Chinatown their home. It is one of the places in Singapore that has recreated its shophouse tenants' original interiors from the 1950s. The restored shophouses display living spaces, furnishings and artefacts of early Chinatown settlers. Chinatown Heritage Centre gives you a rare and honest glimpse of the lives of Chinatown's early residents and citizens. The colourful past of Chinatown comes alive within the walls of these three beautifully restored shops on Pagoda Street. You can explore the galleries at your leisure and experience Chinatown's attractions, sounds, and stories. Visitors can explore a deep collection of personal stories from the Chinatown community.

"Kreta Ayer Heritage Gallery is a tribute to Kreta Ayer and Chinatown's intangible cultural heritage, providing insights into the area's historical essence. Visitors can delve into the past of Kreta Ayer's previous inhabitants through various objects, photographs, and personal mementoes on display. This gallery is structured around 5 distinct themes: Chinese opera, nanyin music, Chinese puppetry, Chinese painting and calligraphy, and the art of tea drinking. Its primary objective is to document and safeguard this Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) for posterity. A highlight within the gallery is the focus on Cantonese opera, showcasing costumes, musical scores, stage props, and an array of memorabilia, including autographed photographs. This presentation offers a journey through the evolution of the Chinese opera genre. Additionally, interactive exhibits, such as the puppet show and digital representations of Chinese musical instruments, further engage visitors in a hands-on exploration of these cultural traditions.