Chinatown, Singapore: Hours, Address, Chinatown Reviews: 4/5
Chinatown
4
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Monday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
About
For a fascinating peek into Singapore’s Chinese culture and history, Chinatown is good place to start. Here, you’ll enjoy a mix of heritage visits to museums, shopping as well as a good variety of food options, sure to leave a traveller happy and satisfied at the end of the day.
Suggested duration
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The area
Address
Neighbourhood: Outram
How to get there
- Telok Ayer • 7 min walk
Best nearby
Restaurants
7,524 within 5 kms

Merci Marcel Club Street
195
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • French • European • Healthy

Zazz Pizza
196
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • European

Takeshi Noodle Bar
558
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Japanese • Asian • Fusion

Cure
234
0.4 km$$$$ • Irish • European • Vegetarian Friendly

Rhubarb
430
0.4 km$$$$ • French • European • Vegetarian Friendly

My Awesome Cafe
1,248
0.5 km$$ - $$$ • French • Bar • Cafe

Fat Belly Social Steakhouse
99
0.5 km$$$$ • Steakhouse • Gluten Free Options

Tippling Club
541
0.4 km$$$$ • International • European • Vegetarian Friendly

Heart of Darkness
182
0.5 km$$ - $$$ • International • European • Vegan Options

Grids Coffee | Bar
149
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Bar • Cafe • Gastropub
Attractions
765 within 10 kms

Kreta Ayer Square
9
7.7 mScenic Walking Areas
Smith Street
1
26 mFlea & Street Markets

Temple Street
48
30 mPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas

Chinatown Heritage Centre
1,099
89 mSpeciality Museums

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
6,427
0.2 kmSpeciality Museums • Religious Sites

Sri Mariamman Temple
1,029
0.1 kmReligious Sites

Pagoda Street
95
0.1 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks

Chan Ngee
36
0.2 kmAntique Shops

Jamae Mosque
98
0.2 kmReligious Sites

Sago Street (Street Of The Dead)
79
0.1 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks
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Popular mentions
4.0
14,409 reviews
Excellent
5,526
Very good
6,191
Average
2,267
Poor
305
Terrible
120
edo eussen
Utrecht, The Netherlands3 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
Very interesting area! People were friendly, although a bit busy at certain times.
We had a guide that got us to all the places, which was very nice to have
We had a guide that got us to all the places, which was very nice to have
Written 25 May 2022
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Mg1mcsc
7 contributions
May 2022
We went around 5pm and were very surprised having not been there for around 4 years it was clean, smart but still lots of atmosphere
Written 20 May 2022
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Alexia A
Qatar344 contributions
May 2022 • Family
Walking tour in Chinatown, restaurants with dumplings, noodles and tea. Shops to buy souvenirs. Temple of Buda tooth. Houses with beautiful terraces.
Written 3 May 2022
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Ann M
Kuwait986 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
This is definitely worth a stop as a tourist especially due to Singapore having so many Chinese influences. The hawker close by is a good way to enjoy the place as well. Many great shops and decor that makes it feel like you are in China.
Written 1 May 2022
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colin1962
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK138 contributions
Apr 2022
If in Singapore it is well worth a wander around China town and a visit to a couple of the temples which it contains
Written 25 April 2022
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osubasi
Miami, FL53 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Nothing to write home about. Very basic China town. San Francisco, London has bigger and better China towns. I thought it would be bigger in Singapore.
Written 24 April 2022
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Aussie
Perth, Australia40 contributions
Apr 2022
We go for the local foods on the 1st level of Chinatown market and durian along Smith street. There is plenty of China's Chinese food restaurant few lanes away was able to satisfied my wife craving for spicy foods.
We went there for Breakfast and lunch, while dinner is too crowded with locals.
We went there for Breakfast and lunch, while dinner is too crowded with locals.
Written 18 April 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Prem HK
Hong Kong, China30 contributions
Feb 2022
nice place - a must visit in Singapore - if you love authenticated Chinese food like myself this place is a must see place, also there is Chinese temple - can go check it out as a beautiful one to visit / pray
Written 29 March 2022
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Sanjay S
Mumbai, India253 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
Great place to experience mini china.. did not find much to shop but you may have some authentic chinese and south asian cuisines
Written 23 March 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
weustheyours
2 contributions
Mar 2022 • Friends
Despite pandemic, still one of the iconic area of singapore for locals and tourist. Much quieter but represent Singapore much
Written 10 March 2022
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KrystalKandy2710
North Perth, Australia68 contributions
I’ve been during the day. But if I come at nighttime will there be any fake designer bags or shoes? 🙂
Ozzy-Kunnu
Melbourne, Australia2,935 contributions
Lol. Nopes.
Здравствуйте, как доехать из аэропорта на метро до Чайна таун?
Natalia B
33 contributions
Очень просто: в аэропорту находите метро по табличкам, спускаетесь - вы уже находитесь на зеленой нитке метро! Пересаживаетесь через одну остановку на станции Tanah Merah на направление Joo Koon(Tuas Link)
И едите минут 55 до станции Outram Park- здесь зелёная ветка пересекается с фиолетовой. Она вам и нужна: идёте на фиолетовую и садитесь в поезд в направлении China town! Из метро выходите через выход А- окажетесь прямо на рыночной улице!
Rosemary J
Melbourne, Australia2 contributions
I'm wondering if Singapore Chinatown has any places with wine to have with food? Or bottle shops where we can buy it?
AndCo77
Melbourne, Australia159 contributions
Hi... I think 7-11 is your best bet.. Happy travels!!
1Francois1
Durbanville, South Africa379 contributions
Hi would like to find out do they take Singapore dollars or US dollars in Chinatown?
tonyell00
Nottingham, UK138 contributions
Singapore dollars, but there are money changers in the area. No idea how good/bad their rates are
iqbalhaji5
Colombo, Sri Lanka9 contributions
can i know the best time to visit china town ? is it in night time or day time?
Victoria R
Ketch Harbour, Canada152 contributions
We went at night and it was safe and fun
iqbalhaji5
Colombo, Sri Lanka9 contributions
are there any halal stalls in hallal stalls in Hawker centres?or is there any recommended halal Hawker centre?
cyqaey
Singapore, Singapore303 contributions
Hi, i think it may be hard to find a halal stall in Chinatown. but there are many vegeterian shops around.
Where is a good place to buy jade in Chinatown ?
Colperth
Perth63 contributions
to be honest didn't see any Jade shops in China town, I would get onto Google and check out where
Where is a good place to buy jade jewelry in Chinatown in Singapore ?
meaningremission
Subang Jaya, Malaysia1,286 contributions
Sorry Jean, can't assist you as I was focusing on other area hence didn't notice any gem shops.
ami123kd
Ludhiana, India7 contributions
Can anyone tell me the total cost of travelling from India to Singapore for seven days tour ?? like flight ticket+ visa charges etc
agate22
Kottayam, India47 contributions
Both ways ticket will be available for INR 10,000.. The visa Will will be available for INR 2,000... A decent stay will cost around INR 5,000 per day.. Approximate 50,000 will cost for 7 days..
nusratandalib
Dhaka City, Bangladesh2 contributions
best time to visit the place??
Gintare S
9 contributions
Best to visit in the morning. Also during lunchtime.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chinatown
- Chinatown is open:
- Sun - Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- We recommend booking Chinatown tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 49 Chinatown tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Chinatown:
- The 10 Tastings of Singapore With Locals: Private Street Food Tour (From S$126.46)
- Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Singapore Private Tour (From S$133.82)
- UNESCO Hawker Centre Street Food Tasting Tour in 3 Ethnic Neighbourhoods (From S$186.35)
- Nightout at Chinatown & Bugis Village Tour (includes dinner) (From S$134.24)
- Amazing Singapore City Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers (From S$69.37)
- Hotels near Chinatown:
- (0.01 km) Standard Double-2mins away from chinatown MRT
- (0.01 km) Hotel 1888 Collection
- (0.01 km) Hotel 1888 collection
- (0.01 km) Hotel 1888 Collection
- (0.01 km) Hotel 1888 Collection
- Restaurants near Chinatown:
- (0.01 km) Tai Wah Cooked Food
- (0.01 km) Yum Cha Restaurant
- (0.02 km) JJMnoodleplace
- (0.03 km) Fu Yuan Family Cuisine
- (0.03 km) Wonderful Durian
- Attractions near Chinatown:
- (0.01 km) Kreta Ayer Square
- (0.02 km) Four Season Foot Reflexology Centre
- (0.02 km) Myer's Jewellery
- (0.03 km) Smith Street
- (0.03 km) Temple Street