Experience the rich heritage of Singapore’s Peranakan community on a guided walk through Joo Chiat and Katong. Dress in traditional Peranakan attire, taste hand-wrapped dumplings at Kim Choo Kueh Chang, explore iconic heritage streets, visit Rumah Bebe and a stunning Peranakan Mansion, and end with a flavourful feast at Dunman Hawker Centre.
A vibrant, culture-filled journey perfect for locals and visitors alike.
Red House Bakery
Established in 1925, the Red House Bakery was one of Katong’s earliest Western-style bakeries. Reflects colonial-era cosmopolitanism — how local communities absorbed and localised European traditions. “The taste of nostalgia”: signature butter cakes, cream puffs, and kaya rolls — a cultural bridge between colonial and local flavours.
Kim Choo Kueh Chang
Founded in 1945 by Madam Lee Kim Choo, who began selling dumplings from her home. Grew into an enduring Peranakan heritage brand renowned for handmade Nyonya kueh chang (rice dumplings). The shophouse today includes a heritage gallery showcasing kebaya, beadwork, and cultural artefacts. fusion of Chinese ritual foods with Malay spices and local ingredients, a hallmark of Nyonya cuisine.
Rumah Bebe
Established by Bebe Seet, a cultural custodian of Peranakan beadwork and sarong kebaya. The boutique occupies a beautifully conserved shophouse and serves as both retail and private museum. Focus on Peranakan fashion heritage — where Chinese, Malay, and European aesthetics intersect.
Koon Seng Road (photo taking spot)
Named after Cheong Koon Seng, a philanthropist and early 20th-century civic leader. The road is lined with conserved two-storey Peranakan shophouses built between 1920–1930. Area developed as a residential enclave for affluent Peranakan families. Architectural heritage: showcases the distinctive pastel façades and ornate Straits Eclectic style — fusion of Chinese, Malay, and European decorative elements. Identify architectural features: floral tiles, plaster reliefs, shuttered windows, and five-foot ways.
Peranakan Mansion
Traditional Peranakan residential townhouse converted into a private museum. Houses extensive collections of antique furniture, porcelain, embroidered textiles, and wedding regalia. Material culture: nyonya ware, kamcheng (porcelain jars), phoenix motifs on wedding beds — all signifiers of prosperity and harmony.
Dunman Hawker Center
Eat like they celebrate! Feast on fiery sambal stingray and smoky satay at Dunman Hawker Center
Terms & Conditions
1.Ticket Price inclusive of Peranakan Museum + 1 x Peranakan costume experience fitting.
2.Visitor are required to wear comfortable shoe due to this is a walking tour.
3.Ticket validity 30 days from date of purchase.
4.Pack light but bring:
- a bottle of water,
- an umbrella in case of rain,
- your wallet if you want to purchase souvenirs (at the end of the tour)
- a phone or camera to take pictures.
5.Once a booking has been placed, it cannot be cancelled or refunded. However, you may contact us at 8032 2341 to reschedule your booking to an alternative date (llimited to one time change).
Note: All food is not included. Visitors are required to purchase food and souvenirs at their own cost.
Please be at the meet-up point by 10.45am sharp. Day Tour starts from 11am to 1pm. Any latecomers will have to join the tour on another day.
*OPERATING HOURS: Monday/Wednesday/Friday*
How to get to the meet up point:
(1) By MRT: Marine Parade Station (Brown Line / TEL26) EXIT 3 Street Level (Refer to the instruction below)
(2) By Taxi/Cab: Marine Parade Station. Go down to the ticketing counter and look for Brown Line (TEL26) Entrance/Exit 3. Walk towards the entrance/exit.
Where to meet the tour guide (MARINE PARADE MRT EXIT 3, STREET LEVEL):
1) Walk towards MARINE PARADE MRT STATION (BROWN LINE / TEL26 Exit 3)
2) Meet the tour guide at the area outside the exit
For further enquires, please contact us at:
Call: +65 6701 1185 / 8032 2341 (Whatsapp only)
Email: call@changirecommends.com.sg
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