Destinations
Travel Guide
Chinatown Heritage District
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Travel Time
15-40 mins from most areas
Fare Range
$0.92 - $2.30
Best For
Culture, Food, Heritage
Bus Routes
2
12
33
51
63
80
124
143
145
147
166
174
190
197
Nearby MRT Stations
Chinatown
Telok Ayer
Outram Park
Overview
Chinatown is a vibrant heritage district featuring traditional shophouses, Chinese temples, hawker centers serving authentic local cuisine, and numerous cultural attractions. A perfect blend of old and new Singapore.
How To Get There
- From the West:: Bus 190 provides direct service from Choa Chu Kang through Bukit Timah.
- From the East:: Bus 2 runs from Changi Village through Geylang to Chinatown.
- From the North:: Bus 147 and 174 connect northern estates to the heritage district.
Recommended Routes
- Bus 2: Singapore's longest route, passes through multiple heritage areas.
- Bus 143: Connects Upper Thomson to Chinatown via central Singapore.
- Bus 190: Direct connection from western estates to Chinatown.
Money Saving Tips
- Visit during lunch for best hawker center deals
- Free walking tours available from Chinatown Heritage Centre
- Most temples are free to enter and explore
Local Insights
- Best hawker food at Maxwell Food Centre and Chinatown Complex
- Visit Buddha Tooth Relic Temple for rooftop garden (free entry)
- Evening is best for atmospheric street photography