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Small Group Walking Tour: Singapore Up Close
3 h
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Join us on this small group walking tour of Toa Payoh (limited to 6 guests), the very first satellite town established by the HDB.
• As we stroll through the Toa Payoh town centre, you'll be amidst Singaporeans going about their daily lives. See how the design of the town centre includes a whole host of amenities to cater to the needs of the residents, and how the transportation hub provides seamless and comfortable connectivity to the rest of the island.
• Visit the headquarters of the HDB and learn about the Singapore housing story. Singaporeans today enjoy one of the highest home ownership rates in the world - a far cry from pre-independence, when we faced a severe housing shortage with half a million people in overcrowded slums and squatter colonies. How did we turn things around? The answer will be revealed right here.
• Explore a nearby public housing neighbourhood where you'll gain some insights into the habits and practices that are unique to Singaporean apartment-dwellers. The HDB doesn't just build homes, they build communities as well and we'll take a look at the features and initiatives that encourage community bonding.
• We'll take a break at a beloved local institution - a kopitiam (local coffee shop) where you'll learn how to order some local coffee or tea, like a real Singaporean!
During the tour, your guide will share interesting trivia about this town, for example, the 5 reasons why Toa Payoh is special, and recommend some local food specialties for lunch. You'll also receive tips to 'live like a local'.
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• As we stroll through the Toa Payoh town centre, you'll be amidst Singaporeans going about their daily lives. See how the design of the town centre includes a whole host of amenities to cater to the needs of the residents, and how the transportation hub provides seamless and comfortable connectivity to the rest of the island.
• Visit the headquarters of the HDB and learn about the Singapore housing story. Singaporeans today enjoy one of the highest home ownership rates in the world - a far cry from pre-independence, when we faced a severe housing shortage with half a million people in overcrowded slums and squatter colonies. How did we turn things around? The answer will be revealed right here.
• Explore a nearby public housing neighbourhood where you'll gain some insights into the habits and practices that are unique to Singaporean apartment-dwellers. The HDB doesn't just build homes, they build communities as well and we'll take a look at the features and initiatives that encourage community bonding.
• We'll take a break at a beloved local institution - a kopitiam (local coffee shop) where you'll learn how to order some local coffee or tea, like a real Singaporean!
During the tour, your guide will share interesting trivia about this town, for example, the 5 reasons why Toa Payoh is special, and recommend some local food specialties for lunch. You'll also receive tips to 'live like a local'.
Incluído
- Small group walking tour (a maximum of 6 guests) for a more personal experience
- A local guide who's fluent in English, articulate and professionally licensed
Não incluído
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Adicional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- The maximum group size is 6 people
- Due to uneven surfaces and steps, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- Children aged 12 and under can join the tour for free if accompanied by an adult, parent or guardian. However, the tour is not recommended for very young children (aged 0-6).
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
Características
Turismo
90%
Cultural
70%
Desporto
20%
Original
20%
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This tour through Toa Payoh and the HBD headquarters with our amazingly knowledgeable guide Shal was incredible! It is an extraordinary insight into the daily lives of Singaporeans living in the heartland. We were especially fascinated with the history and the role of the HBD. Visiting the show home in the HBD headquarters and seeing the model of the new car-lite community to be built out west were highlights of this tour, as was the visit to the local market. Sharl answered our incessant questions with enthusiasm. Shal as a guide, and this tour is very highly recommended!
Nice introduction into the daily life of Singaporeans. Since this is the first planned town there is a lot of recent history to discover and you get to see the different housing styles over the years. In addition, Shal also took us through the local market and hawker center and taught us how to order some Kopi-O. She is very knowledgable and most of the tour is actually airconditinoned, which is a nice change compared to the other walking tours in Singapore. Highly recommend this tour if you want to see the real Singapore.