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Capitol Singapore & CHIJMES Guided Heritage Tour

Uncover the hidden stories behind prominent heritage spots at Capitol Singapore and CHIJMES through a guided walking tour

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Explore the rich history of the conservation buildings and National Monuments at Capitol Singapore and CHIJMES and join the Society of Tourist Guides (Singapore) on a guided walking tour of both historical landmarks at the heart of the Civic and Cultural District.
 
Take a trip down memory lane and learn more about heritage spots such as Gate of Hope, Towkay Head and the former Namazie Mansions.
 
Capitol Singapore is home to three iconic conservation buildings, namely Stamford House, Capitol Theatre and Capitol Building, while CHIJMES houses two National Monuments, namely CHIJMES Hall and Caldwell House.
 
No. of tours / week: 2 (1 weekday and 1 weekend)
Duration: Approx. 2 hours
Tour size: 15 pax
Price: $20 nett
 
To book: [link]
 
About CHIJMES
CHIJMES is one of the top food and beverage, entertainment and lifestyle destinations located in the heart of Singapore’s Civic and Cultural District. Boasting beautiful courtyards and cosy alfresco dining areas, it plays host to a wide array of restaurants serving international cuisines, stylish bars and hip cafes. The development houses two National Monuments, namely CHIJMES Hall and Caldwell House. CHIJMES is majority-owned by Perennial and managed by Perennial (Singapore) Retail Management Pte Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Perennial.




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