Kampong Glam Attractions

What to See in Kampong Glam

Kampong Glam and Bugis are two colourful districts, full of shops, restaurants, bazaars and markets located north of the Singapore River and not far from the city centre. Arab Street in Bugis is famous for Muslim and Middle-Eastern food as well as Arab-style shisha water pipes and mint tea.

Neighboring Kampong Glam is a haven for shoppers of all ages and those who like to explore flea markets and bazaars will enjoy shopping here. There are quite a number of cultural structures here, including Sri Krishnan, Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho, Sultan Mosque (aka Masjid Sultan) and the Malay Heritage Centre.

Malay Heritage Centre

This Heritage Centre is located on the same grounds of Istana Kampong Glam, the palace of the former sultan. Malay Heritage Centre comprises nine galleries housed on both floors of the Istana Kampong Glam which tell the story of the Singapore Malays – the second largest ethnic community in Singapore, making up around 15% of the population.

This centre explains their roots, struggles, aspirations and role in the nation-building process. Rare prints from the late 19th to the early 20th century illustrate life in those early days of Malay settlement. One section explains the Malays' roles in being part of Singapore's multi-cultural, multi-religious society. Careers, festivals, customs, aspirations are all captured here in the form of multi-media presentations.
Open:
Museum: Mondays from 13:00 – 18:00 and Tues-Sun from 10:00 - 18:00
Istana Compound: Daily from 08:00 – 21:00
Cultural Show: Available via bookings only
Location: 85 Sultan Gate near Masjid Sultan in Kampong Glam
Tel: +65 6391 0450

Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho

Located on Waterloo Street this famous Chinese temple is dedicated to Kwan Im, the Goddess of Mercy. Each day a large numbers of worshippers come to pay respect and ask for her blessing. This major temple features Chinese-style roofs, granite tiles and the use of red, golden and yellow throughout the building.
Location: 178 Waterloo Street

Sultan Mosque (aka Masjid Sultan)

The original mosque was built by Sultan Hussain Shah of Johore in 1824 and experienced several renovations until 1924 when it fell beyond repair. The construction of the current mosque began in that year and was completed four years later. It is now the largest mosque in Singapore.
Open: Daily from 09:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 16:00
Location: 3 Muscat Street (off North Bridge Road) within the Kampong Glam

Hajjah Fatimah Mosque (aka Masjid Hajjah Fatimah)

Named after a charitable Malay woman who donated money to build it, the beautiful design is a mix of Malay and colonial styles. At the back of the Mosque are a number of old tombstones including Hajjah Fatimah's.
Location: On Beach Road in the Kampong Glam

Sri Krishnan

Right next door to Kwan Im Thong Hood, this Hindu temple was dedicated to Sri Krishna and his consort Rukmini. Check out the impressive statues above the main entrance.
Location: 152 Waterloo Street

Singapore Bazaar & Flea Market

A wonderful shopping location in Bugis and Kampong Glam area (think cheap T-shirts and tourist knick-knacks) on Bugis Street and a flea market by the name of Sungei Road Thieves Market. Fun places to spend an afternoon, especially at weekends.
Location: On Bugis Street and on Sungei Road

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