Food Places Tours & Trails

Telok Ayer Historic District - Refreshed

by Society of Tourist Guides (Singapore)
7 May • 10:00am
7 May • 02:00pm

At Telok Ayer historic district, the guide will engage you with stories of entrepreneurs and their contributions. Conservation shophouses house innovative culinary offerings juxtaposed by modern “green” buildings. Tour consists of a 1.5 hour walk at a leisurely pace on mostly shaded paths. Sample tasty treats at Lau Pa Sat Festival Market.

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Telok Ayer Historic District - Refreshed
Dates & Time: 
Sat, 7 May | 10am to 11.30am
Sat, 7 May | 2pm to 3.30pm

Fee: $32 per pax 
Registration: 

Note: Registration fee includes food voucher worth $10.

Immerse yourself in a leisurely walk in the shade as you hear stories from entrepreneurs from various different communities and admire how the conservation shophouses house innovative culinary offerings, which are juxtaposed by modern “green” buildings.

During the 1.5 hour walk, reward yourself with tasty treats at Lau Pa Sat Festival Market!

  • Please advise of any dietary restrictions or requirements at the time of reservation.
  • The tour is not recommended for wheelchair users.
  • Dress code: casual with comfortable walking shoes. Bring along a hat.
  • Please bring along your earpiece with your smartphone to enhance the listening experience as the guide will be using a digital audio device using Bluetooth. 
Society of Tourist Guides (Singapore)

The Society of Tourist Guides (Singapore) was started by a group of experienced trainer guides in the year 2003 & has about 500 members who are licensed tourist guides. 

Since inception we have worked closely with Singapore Tourism Board, World Federation of Tourist Guides Associations & other industry partners to promote the professionalism of tourist guides as tourism ambassadors of Singapore.





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