Free tour

A Walk Through Katong & Joo Chiat – Colorful Streets and Local Treats

5.00

Excellent(9)

Singapore

Duration: 2 hours

Languages: English

Guru: Margarita

Registered on 13 May 2025

I'm European (Lithuanian) living in Singapore for over 12 years. With background in philosophy, I have always been drawn to human history, cultures and art. Even after all this time, I'm still discovering new layers of this city and its people that fascinate me. On my tours I share both knowledge and my personal perspective, how I see Singapore and how it continues to inspire me.

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

I would like to invite you to the most colorful neighborhood in Singapore — where charming shophouses, traditional snacks, and playful murals blend past and present.
I’m Margarita — a guide and longtime resident who still finds magic in these streets. On this 2 hour walk, we’ll explore Singapore’s first and only heritage town Katong- Joo Chiat.

We'll meet at i12Katong mall (112 East Coast Rd)
Nearest MRT station Marine Parade (exit 3)

What you can expect?

We’ll uncover how this neighbourhood grew from coconuts to culture, while admiring bright shophouses and their quirky little details.

There’ll be snacks to taste, murals to spot, and plenty of photo stops for your memories.
I’ll share my favorite places where to shop, eat, and play.

We will end with a wow moment at Koon Seng Road and if you would like, you can stay longer to relax with a drink nearby.

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

112 E Coast Rd, Singapore 428802

Meeting point at the entrance of i12Katong shopping mall. I will have GuruWalk logo.

Outside visit

East Coast Road

Our meeting point at i12Katong mall entrance

Outside visit

Kim Choo Kueh Chang (Katong)

Outside visit

Joo Chiat Road

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).