Singapore is a colourful and diverse Island with an ever-growing arts & cultural scene. It seems, every day there is something new to discover on the Little Red Dot allowing us all to investigate and understand the true value of being creative.
How does art & culture influence the way we live, work and play? You can find vivid street art while walking down Haji Lane in Kampong Glam, and unique, yet quirky hotels in Little India, and even a beautiful monastery. So come, let expat choice take you on a heritage discovery tour you would have never thought existed. Image Credit: The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
The Cathay Gallery
Enjoy a movie at The Cathay, but do take some time afterwards to get to the second floor where they house antique cinema chairs, vintage posters, cameras, movie memorabilia as well as the history of the Loke family, the ones who established the place back in 1939. Image credit: chrothan
Parkview Square
Enter Parkview Square, a gorgeous art deco building attracting everyone, particularly Batman fans for its uncanny resemblance to the fictitious Gotham City. Gaze up to the embellished statues around the courtyard and pay a visit to the museum for their brilliant exhibits and murals on the ceiling. Image Credit: The Parkview Museum Singapore Facebook Page
Gillman Barracks
Get entrenched in vivid strokes and contemporary art on canvases at Gillman Barracks. What used to be a former military residence back in 1936 now houses a plethora of magnificent art galleries. Image Credit: Gillman Barracks Facebook Page
Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery
Enhance your spiritual well-being by spending some time meditating at the oldest monastery on the island. Sit under the Bodhi Tree located in their beautiful garden or step inside to experience peace and to marvel at the magnificent bronze Buddha statue and the detailed Avalokitesvara statue. Image Credit: Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery Facebook Page
w. kmspks.org
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
Feast your eyes on 4,200 art pieces at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore. Take a self-guided tour to explore iconic art pieces around the hotel, admiring the work of artists like Frank Stella, Dale Chihuly, John Rose and Henry Moore Image Credit: The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore Facebook Page
Street Art
A splash of art on the walls is just another colorful part of Singapore and we absolutely love it. If you’ve been spotting street art in bits and pieces, you can mindfully head down artsy streets like Haji Lane, Tiong Bahru, Bras Basah, Neil Road, Amoy Street and Outram Park to see a lot more of these. Image Credit: Miss Travel Clogs
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum
Get mesmerized by the beauty of this spectacular Buddha Temple made using the architectural style of Buddhist Mandala and Tang Dynasty. Visit the shrine, meditate in the prayer hall and take a stroll amidst pretty flowers on the roof. Image Credit: Buddha Tooth Relic Temple & Museum Facebook Page
Thow Kwang Pottery Jungle
Love pottery? Get your hands dirty as you participate in a workshop held at the oldest surviving kilns in Singapore. The kiln dates back to the 1940s and you can watch the wood-firing process, learn the art and be a part of a long heritage. Image Credit: Thow Kwang Pottery Jungle Facebook Page
Toa Payoh Trail
Take a few hours of your weekend to explore this trail and make pit stops at 16 cultural spots. You’ll get to see beautiful churches, temples, a masjid and a monastery along with sights like Dragon Playground, Tree Shrine and 1973 Seap Games Village. Image Credit: National Heritage Board Facebook Page
info. Toa Payoh Trail Booklet
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