Getting to Know About Interesting Places in Chinatown Singapore

Chinatown Singapore is always crowded with tourists from all over the world. No wonder there are many hotels around here with various facilities, one of which is the Porcelain Hotel. Of course, this makes it easier for you to get to Chinatown.

This tourist spot in Singapore also has a deep impression that can make you feel like you are in the Bamboo Curtain Country. The name is also Chinatown, a place where you can find Chinese specialties.

How to get to Chinatown Singapore?

If you’re interested in visiting Chinatown, you’re bound to find out how to get there, right? As previously mentioned, the Chinatown area is located in the central region of Singapore, precisely in the Outram district. The easiest way to get to this place is to take the MRT and get off at Chinatown MRT Station. There are two MRT lines that go to Chinatown Station: the North-East Line and the Downtown Line. The last MRT service is at 11.50pm local time.

Arriving at Chinatown Station, look for the Pagoda Street Exit to get to one of Chinatown’s busiest and most popular streets. In addition to using the MRT, you can also take a bus or taxi to the Chinatown area of Singapore.

What’s in Chinatown Singapore?

Then, what’s going on in Chinatown Singapore? A lot! Of course, you can shop in Chinatown Singapore. This place is the center of typical Singapore souvenirs. There are many shops lined up neatly in Chinatown, especially on the left and right along Pagoda Street. You can buy a variety of key chains, t-shirts, and very Singaporean bags, to share with relatives and friends.

Don’t be afraid to be wasteful because the prices for the souvenirs sold here are pretty cheap and of high quality. After shopping, you can immediately walk around enjoying the various iconic places in this place.

The Tintin Shop

One of the shops on Pagoda Street that catches the eye is The Tintin Shop. Tintin is a legendary old-school cartoon character. The adventure stories of Tintin and his dog Snowy exist in comic book form and in animated films and TV series. Well, as the name implies, The Tintin Shop sells a variety of cute Tintin knick-knacks. There are many types of merchandise to choose from, ranging from cheap ones like pencils and erasers to luxurious ones like action figures. If you are a fan of this Belgian cartoon character by Herge, The Tintin Shop will make your eyes shine with joy.

Chinatown Heritage Center

Chinatown Singapore has been revitalized as a historic ethnic Chinese district in Singapore. So, besides shopping, you can also do historical tours and religious tours in Chinatown Singapore. Still on the famous Pagoda Street, to be precise at Pagoda Street no. 48, there is the Chinatown Heritage Center. This restored residential area features furnishings and artifacts from the early inhabitants of Chinatown. The lighting that tends to be dim in this museum creates a supportive old-school impression. Chinatown Heritage Center is open daily from 9am to 8pm. The museum provides guided tours or guided tours.

Chinatown Food Street

Don’t leave Chinatown Singapore without tasting the snacks sold there! You can find many restaurants serving Chinatown specialties as well as Singaporean specialties. One of the places for authentic Singapore culinary tours is Chinatown Food Street. Located on Smith Street in the heart of Singapore’s Chinatown, you can sample Char Kway Teow, satay, and other dishes. It must be delicious!

Besides Chinatown Singapore, there are also other places to walk around while shopping. Of course, it was Orchard Road. If you feel you need a new accommodation when you want to take a walk here, you can stay at Shangri-La Singapore which has super complete facilities for those of you who visit Singapore for a vacation.

So, how is it? Interested in visiting Singapore? Don’t forget to book your hotel room through Traveloka Lifestyle SuperApp.

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Rohit Singh

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