National Monuments Walking Tours

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This June holiday, join us for walking tours of National Monuments led by our student Monument Ambassadors. Tours are FREE, and availability is on a first come, first served bases. Dress in comfortable clothing and walking shoes. Tours run each Sunday until 4 July. Pre-register by emailing nhb_nationalmonuments@nhb.gov.sg

Suitable for family* and friends

*each child must be accompanied by an adult

Religions of Singapore

Be the first to experience a free walking tour led by the Preservation of Monuments Board’s first student ambassadors! Experience Singapore’s religious and cultural diversity through fun activities and a walking tour to four places of worship in Chinatown. Dress in comfortable clothes and walking shoes. Suitable for children (aged 10 and above) and each child must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point: Tanjong Pagar MRT Station, Exit G

When: 6 June, 10 - 11.30am

Catholicism: European connections

Learn about the origins of Catholicism in Singapore and explore the architectural styles of Catholic institutions.

Meeting point: Singapore Art Museum

When: 13 June, 10 - 11.30am

The Colonial Express

Explore four iconic buildings that express the colonial government’s ideals and history.

Meeting point: Asian Civilisations Museum

When: 13 June, 3 - 4.30pm

Walking in the Light

Discover four monuments that provided educational and religious support for the communities in Singapore.

Meeting point: CHIJMES

When: 13 June, 3 - 4.30pm

Pillars of the People

Learn about these four monuments that supported past communities through civic and medical functions.

Meeting point: Armenian Church

When: 20 June, 10 - 11.30am

Where it All Began: Late 1800s and Early 1900s

Explore four first establishments who witnessed Singapore’s development into the thriving modern metropolis it is today.

Meeting point: The Peranakan Museum

When: 20 June, 10 - 11.30am

Our Ambitions

Find out stories of the people who worked behind the walls of these Monuments.

Meeting point: The Peranakan Museum

When: 20 June, 3 - 4.30pm

Keepers of the Community

Learn about the Armenians through a fun and interactive session that engages your sense of touch and smell.

Meeting point: Armenian Church

When: 27 June, 10 - 11.30am

The Empire, the Emperor and the Crown

Discover Singapore’s links to the Chinese Emperor and the British Monarchy.

Meeting point: Raffles Place MRT Station, Plaza

When: 27 June, 10 - 11.30am

A Journey through Time

Witness the transformation of these monuments into current hubs for arts and culture.

Meeting point: The Arts House

When: 4 July, 10 - 11.30am

Observations from Holloway Lane

Peek into the past through the eyes of a former resident on Holloway Lane for a personal account of Raffles Hotel and St. Andrew’s Cathedral.

Meeting point: Bus Stop 01611 on Beach Road, near junction of Seah Street

When: 4 July, 3 - 4.30pm

Rating: +1