# Event Details - **Event Name**: Chinatown Heritage Walks - Kreta Ayer - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 05 Jan, 2024 at 09:00 am – Fri, 29 May, 2026 at 11:00 am (+08:00) - **Event Description**: Experience Kreta Ayer, a predominantly Cantonese area in the 19th century, known for round-the-clock entertainment.About this EventExperience street art, historic shophouses, and vibrant, round-the-clock entertainment in one of Singapore’s historically rich districts! Join our docents as we explore the intriguing lanes of Kreta Ayer and rediscover familiar streets from a fresh perspective. Learning about the delicate balance between conservation and urban renewal as we uncover the rich history behind topics such as former brothel houses, Cantonese Opera, death houses, coolie quarters, and bustling markets - all of which contribute to this area’s unique character.Each Heritage Walk delves into various aspects of Singapore’s 200-year history, offering insights into the architecture, street names, diverse ethnicities, and the stories that converge to shape our unique, vibrant little red dot. Discover how conservation efforts have preserved Kreta Ayer's heritage while allowing for modern development.About the Chinatown Heritage WalksThank you for your interest in joining the Chinatown Heritage Walks! This is a series of weekly walks to the four districts within the Chinatown Conservation Area.A collaboration between the URA and Friends of the Museums (FOM), these two-hour walks are led by FOM docents. Besides learning about the rich history of Chinatown, you will also discover how our conservation efforts are an integral part of URA’s commitment to sustainable urban development, shaping the distinctive, liveable and endearing city we live in today.Through these walks, you will also gain a better appreciation of the challenges in balancing different needs for land and the innovative solutions that we have adopted to overcome them, in tandem with URA's efforts to plan sustainably across our social, economic and environmental realms.Tour InformationGuided tours are offered every Friday except when there are tours on the fourth Saturday of the month, and not on a public holiday.Each outdoor tour is approximately two-hours long.Tours are conducted in English and recommended for participants aged 16 and above.PRE-REGISTRATION is required; no walk-ins will be permitted.Things to BringEarphones with a standard 3 .5mm jack for use with our audio guide device;An umbrella or poncho; andA water bottle.Things to NoteBy registering for the tour, you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions:Your personal data may be used and/or disclosed for purposes of data analysis and identity verification and such other related purposesPhotos and videos may be taken by the organisers during the tour and used for publicity purposesUnauthorised recording in any form, including video and audio, is not allowed during the tourParticipants shall be responsible for any injury, loss or damage due to carelessness or other actions on his/her partThe tour is a 'rain-or-shine' event; the organiser reserves the right to determine any cancellation based on ground conditions.How to BookRegistration opens at the end of the preceding month and closes when tickets sell outClick on "Register" and complete the registration form.Each registration is valid for one individual. If you are visiting in a group, separate registrations are needed for each individual. Availability is on a first come, first served basis.EnquiriesWe do not maintain a waitlist. If the tour is fully booked, we encourage you to check back regularly to see if slots open up. Alternatively, you can sign up for subsequent tours or tours of other districts.For enquiries, please email us at URA_Outreach@ura.gov.sg and we will get back to you within 3 working days.================== - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/singapore/chinatown-heritage-walks-kreta-ayer/10000776751804557 - **Event Categories**: art, heritage-walk, holiday - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: SGD ## Event venue details - **city**: Singapore - **state**: SG - **country**: Singapore - **location**: Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) - **lat**: 1.2798416 - **long**: 103.8450862 - **full address**: Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), 45 Maxwell Road, Level 1, indoor benches in front of The Caffeine Experience cafe, Singapore, Singapore ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Chinatown Heritage Walks - Kreta Ayer - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/ab620dc51c91f4b4ae1b4dfc71908f46cac980507c598bfb75c9d7ce81c2efbc-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfffefe-gmir.jpg?v=1777380135 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Chinatown Heritage Walks - Kreta Ayer being held? - **A:** Chinatown Heritage Walks - Kreta Ayer takes place on Fri, 05 Jan, 2024 at 09:00 am to Fri, 29 May, 2026 at 11:00 am at Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), 45 Maxwell Road, Level 1, indoor benches in front of The Caffeine Experience cafe, Singapore, Singapore. - **Q**: Who is organizing Chinatown Heritage Walks - Kreta Ayer? - **A:** Chinatown Heritage Walks - Kreta Ayer is organized by Outreach Team. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Chinatown Heritage Walks - Kreta Ayer is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Singapore, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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