Singapore Thian Hock Keng Temple Half-Day Small Group Tour

4.9 / 5
7 reviews
50+ booked
Thian Hock Keng Temple
  • Learn about how the early Chinese migrants and admire 200 years old temples and intricate motifs, reliefs & architecture that are a living testimony of Singapore's trading port and a racially harmonious society since the 1800s
  • Discover the temples' past and relevance then and now as you walk down the streets and memory lanes
  • Find out about the lady who was honored with an imperial title at least 36 times over 700 hundred years from Song to Qing dynasty while carefully examining the 2 imperial scrolls!
  • Hear all about the battling tales of Mazu and the Sage of Life Protector, the heart-wrenching story of the netherworld, 1st & 2nd Granduncles to the mighty Supreme Heavenly Emperor of the North
  • Get to know the matchmaker with the highest success rate, located in one of the temples!
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What to expect

Explore how these temples can continue living in the heart of the central business district in modern Singapore while discovering their past! Being the oldest part of Singapore's Chinatown, Telok Ayer was the first landing site for Chinese immigrants in the 1800s. Embark on this journey with Hey Lad Tour to learn, appreciate and discover these Chinese temples and heritage

Singapore living in the present & discovering the past walking tour
Experience Singapore's unique cultural heritage by visiting the city's only twin temple with friends or families!
History tour in Singapore
Take a look at the Chinese architecture style when you join to visit the temples!
Culture tour in Singapore
Dive into the rich history & culture of the big compound of the temple with the Hey Lad Tour
Walking tour in Singapore
Catch a glimpse of these paper crafts' vanishing art and masterpiece if you are lucky!
Singapore cultural walking tour
Immerse yourself in the local culture and history by indulging in an enriching cultural tour
Singapore local tour
Take a deep dive to learn about the Chinese temple's dragon and tiger walls along the tour
Singapore Chinese temples tour
Explore the history & culture of the Chinese temples during the tour with a knowledgeable guide!
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Singapore Time Travel: Past and Present Walking Tour
Singapore Time Travel: Past and Present Walking Tour
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4.9 / 5
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Guide
5.0
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4.9
Quality of transfer
4.9
Value for money
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Review for: Thian Hock Keng Temple Half-day Historical & Cultural Tour

Jayden is a very knowledgeable and engaging guide who kept the tour lively with humour and insightful explanations throughout. The small group size (6 pax) was perfect and made the experience comfortable and interactive. Would definitely join his tour again and hope to see more tours offered in the future.

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Review for: Thian Hock Keng Temple Half-day Historical & Cultural Tour

Jayden is a very knowledgeable and engaging guide who kept the tour lively with humour and insightful explanations throughout. The small group size (6 pax) was perfect and made the experience comfortable and interactive. Would definitely join his tour again and hope to see more tours offered in the future.

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Review for: Thian Hock Keng Temple Half-day Historical & Cultural Tour

Jayden is a very knowledgeable and engaging guide who kept the tour lively with humour and insightful explanations throughout. The small group size (6 pax) was perfect and made the experience comfortable and interactive. Would definitely join his tour again and hope to see more tours offered in the future.

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Review for: Thian Hock Keng Temple Half-day Historical & Cultural Tour

interesting insights. i learn a lot (plus brushed up my chinese 😂) and it is the first time i know that there is a way distinctive difference in appearance when it comes to the temple design. i love the explanation of the various part of architecture as well.

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Review for: Thian Hock Keng Temple Half-day Historical & Cultural Tour

The tour was very informative and the guide shared and explained a lot of the historical background behind various customs and traditions

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Review for: Thian Hock Keng Temple Half-day Historical & Cultural Tour

 Jayden is friendly and it felt more like being shown around by a friend. He shared incredible insights and little-known stories we never would have known His explanation is clear and interesting. The tour was well-paced and perfectly organized. Highly recommend Jayden as your guide. And we will be booking another tour with him soon.

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It was informative. Nice.

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