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Heritage Shophouses along Petain Road.
Peranakan Shophouses of Petain Road.
Sri Vadapathiri Kaliamman Temple.
Former Victoria School (now Headquarters of People's Association).
Guided Walking Tour to the Historical Attractions in Farrer Park

Guided Walking Tour to the Historical Attractions in Farrer Park

By On-A-Roll-Tours
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Overview

Join us for a walk through Farrer Park and the surrounding area, an off-the-beaten-tourist-track destination brimming with hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

Listen to fascinating stories from the past, visit century-old temples, walk by legalised brothels in an active Red Light Area, admire the architecture of what is possibly Singapore's most beautifully restored heritage shophouses along Petain Road, and find out the locations of locals’ favourite food haunts all of which have yet to be picked up by the radar of the Michelin Guide.

Whether you're a long-time resident of the neighbourhood or you've just checked in for the night, you'll find surprises at every turn on this unique walking tour.

Activity location

  • Race Course Road
    • Race Course Road
    • Singapore, Singapore

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • lyf Farrer Park Singapore
    • 2 Perumal Road
    • 218773, Singapore, Singapore

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEnglish-speaking Licensed Tourist Guide.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities.

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Race Course Road
  • 10m
We tell the story of the horse racing track which used to exist in the area from 1843 to 1933, how the racecourse was subsequently turned into a sporting field known as Farrer Park and the role it played in India’s fight for independence from British colonial rule! We also stop to look at the Fengshui shops in the area.
Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple
  • 20m
We enter a secret chamber which houses a reclining Buddha at this temple, and take a look at the sculptures which tell the story of Buddha's life.
Leong San See Temple
  • 20m
Be enthralled by the ornate architecture and learn about Taoism and ancestral worship at this century-old temple.
Balestier
  • 10m
Find out how Balestier Road got its name, its link to America and the food haven that it has become today.
Sri Vadapathira Kaliamman Temple
  • 10m
Listen to fascinating stories about Hindu gods at this colourful temple which dates back to circa 1870.
Serangoon
  • 10m
We take a short break at a local coffee shop which serves one of the best Fried Hokkien Prawn Noodles in Singapore.
Flanders Square
  • 15m
Discover an unusual Red Light Area which is active in the day and shuts at night.
Petain Road
  • 10m
Just a stone's throw from the Red Light Area lies what is possibly Singapore's most beautiful row of heritage shophouses. We take a look at their architecture and learn about who the Peranakans are as well as their unique culture.
Chye Seng Huat Hardware
  • 10m
Discover the hipster joints of Tyrwhitt Road.
Holy Trinity Church (Anglican)
  • 5m
One of 2 churches built in the Chinese Renaissance style in Singapore.
Jalan Besar Stadium
  • 5m
The birthplace of Singapore soccer was also a major inspection site during Operation Sook Ching. We learn about WWII in Singapore and its atrocities suffered during the Japanese Occupation.
People’s Association
  • 5m
We lay eyes on the impressive grounds of the the Former Victoria School.
Kitchener Road
  • 15m
We point out the locations of locals' favourite eateries and talk about an amusement park in the area which once entertained the likes of Charlie Chaplin!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESRace Course Road
    • Race Course Road
    • Singapore, Singapore

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLElyf Farrer Park Singapore
    • 2 Perumal Road
    • 218773, Singapore, Singapore

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