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WORLD'S FIRST MULTISENSORY

1950s Shophouse 

Museum

One House, Many Lives

The Story Of Singapore

ABOUT CHINATOWN HERITAGE CENTRE

Located in the heart of Singapore's Chinatown, the Chinatown Heritage Centre is housed in three beautifully restored shophouses across three levels.

 

It is the only place in Singapore that has meticulously recreated the original interiors of its 1950s shophouse tenants, offering an authentic glimpse into the lives of Chinatown's early residents. Discover the stories and lives of the early immigrants who helped shape Chinatown and Singapore.

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For Singapore Residents Only

Explore Singapore's past with Chinatown Heritage Centre, an official SG Culture Pass partner. From immersive exhibitions to engaging guided tours, there's no better place to uncover the stories of Chinatown using your SG Culture Pass credits.

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Admission Tickets​​​

(Self-Exploratory Visit)

Journey through immersive exhibits and authentic 1950s shophouse interiors as you uncover the stories, traditions, and everyday lives of the people who built Chinatown and contributed to Singapore's history.

“Under One Roof” A Living Chinatown Experience (Cover Photo) (140 x 210 mm) (Square Pillow

SG61 Experience Bundle "Under One Roof: A Living Chinatown Experience"

Embark on a two-part heritage experience by Chinatown Heritage Centre and Rise Bakehouse Heritage that takes you from immersive storytelling to heritage-inspired dining, all in one unforgettable evening.

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Your Chinatown story starts here.

Gather your friends and family, book your tickets, and step into the sights, sounds and stories of one of Singapore’s most iconic neighbourhoods. Discover the people, traditions and everyday moments that shaped Chinatown, then explore it for yourself.

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  • Children below 3 years old enter for free.

  • Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Singapore residents include Singapore citizens, permanent residents and all pass holders
    (employment or work, long-term visit, dependent and student).

  • For group bookings, please contact us in advance for group rates and reservations.

Admission is subject to limited capacity per time slot.

Verification of ID is required for residents, children, seniors and PWD concession card holders

Address

48 Pagoda Street, Singapore 059207

Nearest MRT (NEL/DTL): 1 mins walk from Chinatown MRT (Exit A)

PARTNERS

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Open Daily: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Last Entry: 7:15 PM 

48 Pagoda Street, Singapore 059207

Nearest MRT (NEL/DTL): Chinatown MRT (Exit A)

Planning a private visit?
Book your session through our form here.

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