Chinatown Heritage Centre (Admission Ticket)
Overview
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Nestled in the bustling streets of Singapore’s Chinatown neighbourhood, the Chinatown Heritage Centre comprises three beautifully restored shophouses across three levels, serving as your gateway to the rich stories, spirited culture, and resilience of the community that built this historic district. 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.
Through immersive exhibits, poignant narratives, and vibrant programmes, the Chinatown Heritage Centre brings Chinatown's colourful past to life, showcasing the area's dynamic evolution and connecting its past with the present.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
A Viator/TripAdvisor confirmation booking will be sent at the time of confirmation is not the official ticket.
The official ticket will be sent to you within 24 hours.
Each ticket admits one person, will be checked at entry, and is valid only on the specified date.
Tickets include access to the Centre’s galleries; queues may be required for entry.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Children under 3 enjoy free admission.
Re-entry is not permitted.
Last admission is at 6:00 PM; late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
Tickets are non-transferable, non-refundable, non-reschedulable, and void if altered or duplicated.
To protect the exhibits, flash photography, food, and drinks are not allowed inside the Centre.
Guests may use their own mobile device and earpiece for free audio content; multimedia guides are available for rent on-site.
The Centre is not liable for any injury, damage, or loss sustained during your visit, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.
By entering, you consent to the use of any photographs or videos taken of you on the premises for promotional or commercial purposes.
The Centre reserves the right, without prior notice and without refund or compensation, to change operating hours, restrict access, or close the attraction due to capacity limits, weather, special events, or other reasons.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Chinatown Heritage Centre
Visitors to the Chinatown Heritage Museum can expect an immersive journey through the rich history and cultural heritage of Singapore’s Chinatown. The museum offers a captivating collection of exhibits that showcase the lives of early Chinese settlers, their struggles, and how they built their community.
What‘s Included
Admission to Exhibition Area
Gratuities
Meeting points
Chinatown Heritage Centre
48 Pagoda Street, Singapore Singapore
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options
Foreign Visitor Ticket
Admission Ticket
Reviews
66 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Trip to museum
rachellowwl,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great experience - very educational. Thanks for a fun time!
Fun and nostalgic trip
GoPlaces46566157762,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took a weekend off to visit the Chinatown Heritage Centre. I was able to see the older looks of the shop houses and the exhibition in CHC. I truly enjoy my time here.
Fun n wonderful n amazing. Chin yee is very helpful n friendly. This is worth your come which highly recommend ed, 😘😘
Christina N,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tailor shop is super fun and kitchen is my olden time I like the small cubicle and all the arte fact the opera house and street barber . Just not enough chin yee service is excellent will come back again
Don’t miss this if you are in Chinatown!
Donna F,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience! Loved seeing the rooms and hearing the stories using the QR code scanner. Perfect sized museum and great displays. This was on our Go City pass which made it a great value.
Back in time in Chinatown
Jill H,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well interpreted and interesting step back into the social history of Chinatown. The latest extension to the experience takes visitors on a trip back in time to the early days of the community and focuses on the people and professions that helped form the community.
Nostalgia Experience
Traveler63068161130,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Quite an interesting and amazing experience. Brings back some memories of Chinatown since I was born in the 70s. I am moved!
Good museum.
carolinaaY2120PF,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a very interesting experience. Nice museum. Learned a lot about Singapore and Chinatown! Whole tour takes about an hour. $25 per person
Cultural experience
491yashr,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience. Nice guide. Friendly staff. Interactive experience Amazing experience. Nice guide. Friendly staff. Interactive experience Amazing experience. Nice guide. Friendly staff. Interactive experience
Unique museum, full of historical stuff
ManngaDua,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I visited this museum for the first time. The museum is established in the shop house and it is surprisingly big. 3 storey exhibition halls are filled with historical items an showing old era of immigrants from China. It is very interesting. I saw local elderly visitors explaining grand kids about their experiences in the museum. Guess it brings back some memories for them.
Very immersive experience
Roam47906292491,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience, highly recommended. Very immersive and interesting. Learnt a lot about heritage and the customs
From SGD 25.00
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