Our Storied Past: Heritage Tour and Afternoon Tea

Explore the storied heritage and architecture of The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore and unravel the rich history behind CHIJMES’s National Monuments. Indulge in a bespoke afternoon tea experience at the hotel before the tour, featuring Singapore’s most well-loved local delicacies.

Timing: 1 May | 3pm - 6.30pm

4 May | 3pm - 6.30pm

8 May | 3pm - 6.30pm

11 May | 3pm - 6.30pm

15 May | 3pm - 6.30pm

18 May | 3pm - 6.30pm

22 May | 3pm - 6.30pm

25 May | 3pm - 6.30pm

The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore, Lobby Lounge

$52 (Wednesday) and $58 (Saturday)

Registration: https://www.kempinski.com/en/the-capitol-singapore/restaurants-bars/lobby-lounge (Min. one-day advance reservation)

Take a stroll down memory lane and immerse in the glorious past of the iconic Stamford House, Capitol Building and CHIJMES. Make your way to the Lobby Lounge at The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore for an exquisite five-course Afternoon Tea, showcasing delicate sweet and savoury items that please both the eye and the palate. Each course comes with a Mist Valley tea pairing for a well-rounded, complementary experience.

Post Afternoon Tea, let the Heritage Curator, Jean, bring you on an exclusive walking tour to explore the storied past and architecture of Stamford House and Capitol Building, where The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore sits today. Take a short stroll to CHIJMES and unravel the rich history behind the National Monuments in this landmark.

The Heritage Tour and Afternoon Tea experience is available every Wednesday and Saturday, from 1 to 25 May 2024. The Afternoon Tea will start from 3pm to 5pm, followed by the Heritage Tour from 5pm to 6.30pm.

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