Heritage & Hamburgers: Tanjong Pagar

Dive into the rich stories of Tanjong Pagar and munch on complimentary juicy burgers with friends at the end of the day!
About this Event

Heritage & Hamburgers: Tanjong Pagar
4 PM – 5.30 PM
20 June 2026, Saturday
Meeting Point: Maxwell MRT Station Exit 2

🏙️ Explore the URA Gallery and discover how Singapore transformed from a small trading port into a modern global city through urban planning and redevelopment

🏢 Walk along Wallich Street and witness the striking contrast between conserved heritage buildings and towering skyscrapers that define today’s Tanjong Pagar skyline

⛩️ Visit Seng Wong Beo Temple, one of the district’s historic Chinese temples, and learn about the migrant communities and traditions that shaped the area’s identity

🏘️ Discover Tanjong Pagar Plaza, a symbol of Singapore’s early urban renewal and public housing transformation in the heart of the city

🌳 Uncover the hidden history of Yan Kit Playfield, once home to the iconic Yan Kit Swimming Complex and a cherished recreational space for generations of Singaporeans

🏠 Stroll through Duxton Plain and admire the beautifully conserved shophouses while hearing stories of early traders, coolies, and the vibrant communities that once lived there

😋 End the tour with burgers and casual networking over Shake Shack, where participants can relax, mingle, and make new friends after the walk

💵 $35/Person

Join us for an afternoon of heritage, hidden stories, and good food right in the heart of Tanjong Pagar!

Agenda
URA Gallery
Wallich Street
Seng Wong Beo Temple
Tanjong Pagar Plaza
Yan Kit Playfield
Duxton Plain