[SGHeritageFest] Telok Ayer Temples Historical & Cultural Tour

Schedule

Sun May 03 2026 at 02:30 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC+08:00

Location

Thian Hock Keng Temple | Singapore, SG

Advertisement
A "Waterfront" History: Discover how Telok Ayer once faced the open sea and the famed Goddess of Sea temples to the Chinese immigrants,
About this Event

*** This is part of Singapore HeritageFest (SHF) 2026 ***


Learn about how the early Chinese migrants in Singapore arrive in Singapore and admire 200 years old temples intricate motifs, reliefs & architecture that are a living testimony of Singapore's trading port, maritime history and a racial & religious harmonious society since the 1800s.
Goddess of the Sea, Mazu, is the protector for many of our Singaporean ancestors who came from the Southern China in 1800s and 1900s. Mazu is known to roam the sea and the guardian to many seafarers and fisherman. On the 23rd Day of the 3rd Lunar Month, many temples worldwide including Taiwan, Malaysia and Singapore, will hold grand ceremony to celebrate her birthday.


Discover Telok Ayer and these temples which all once faced the vast sea. As we discover the past and relevance then and now as you walk down the streets and memory lanes.


Get to know about the lady, Mazu, who was honoured with an imperial title at least 36 times over 700 hundred years from Song to Qing dynasty while carefully examining the 2 imperial scrolls! Join us as uncover the truth of how important these temples to the Singaporean immigrants and seafarers once as a fishing port and till to-date.


Explore with us as we visit the oldest Hokkien and UNESCO winning temple in Singapore to find out more about this benevolent lady. Be awe by the imperial scroll found in this temple!

Most importantly, Appreciate and Discover deeply in these Chinese Temples and Chinese Heritage. Together, we admire these 200 years old temples and the intricate motifs, reliefs and architecture that is a living testimony of Singapore's trading port and a racial harmony society dated since the 1800s.


ORGANIZER


The Singapore HeritageFest (SHF) is the HeritageSG, a subsidiary of National Heritage Board (NHB)’s signature annual outreach event that celebrates the many facets of Singapore’s diverse heritage and culture.


Event Photos
Event Photos

NOTE:1. This guided tour will be conducted physically by a Licensed STB Tourist Guide.2. Limited slots are available, please register early to avoid disappointment.3. In case of unforeseen circumstances, HeyLadTour reserves the right to change the itinerary at short notice without prior notice to the ticket holder.4. This guided tour will only proceed when there is a minimum of 4 participants. HeyLadTour reserves all rights to cancel the tour and refund all participants at short notice to the ticket holder.5. Please note that photographs and videos of attendees may be taken at this event. HeyLadTour may use these photographs and videos for publicity and outreach purposes.6. In the event that the ticket holder is unable to attend the event, tickets are non-refundable.7. HeyLadTour shall not be responsbile for any injuries arises during the tour. 8. Participants will receive a confirmation message prior the event, if not please do not hesitate to contact us.

Advertisement

Where is it happening?

Thian Hock Keng Temple, 158 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore, Singapore

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

SGD 30.00

Icon
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
HeyLadTour

Host or Publisher HeyLadTour

Ask AI if this event suits you:

Discover More Events in Singapore

Hot Mulligan - Live in Singapore (with Forests)
Sat, 02 May at 07:00 pm Hot Mulligan - Live in Singapore (with Forests)

Blu Jaz, Clarke Quay Central

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Model Audition: Open Casting Call in Singapore
Sun, 03 May at 10:00 am Model Audition: Open Casting Call in Singapore

*SCAPE, Ground Theatre

WORKSHOPS
\u5bfc\u8bfb\u300a\u9676\u7136\u4e4b\u6b4c\uff1a\u7b2c\u56db\u8f91\u300b\u2014\u2014\u7ae5\u8bd7\u65b0\u58f0\u00b7\u672c\u5730\u5c0f\u8bd7\u4eba\u65b0\u4f5c\u53d1\u5e03\u5206\u4eab\u4f1a | WBD2026
Sun, 03 May at 02:00 pm 导读《陶然之歌:第四辑》——童诗新声·本地小诗人新作发布分享会 | WBD2026

National Library / Lee Kong Chian Reference Library

ART LITERARY-ART
The Silent Reading Book Club By Maktaba Books - 3 May 2026
Sun, 03 May at 02:45 pm The Silent Reading Book Club By Maktaba Books - 3 May 2026

Mahmud's Tandoor

ART LITERARY-ART
Hartford Symphony Orchestra: Adam Kerry Boyles - Dvorak and Rachmaninoff
Sun, 03 May at 03:00 pm Hartford Symphony Orchestra: Adam Kerry Boyles - Dvorak and Rachmaninoff

Victoria Concert Hall

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Miko Guitar Ensemble \u2022 Singapore 10th Anniversary Concert
Sun, 03 May at 03:00 pm Miko Guitar Ensemble • Singapore 10th Anniversary Concert

Stephen Riady Auditorium @NTUC

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
RAM (Random Access Market): Cycle #1
Sun, 03 May at 03:00 pm RAM (Random Access Market): Cycle #1

Chapters @ Maxwell

ART FINE-ARTS
The Smallest Wine Fair: From Plains To Peaks
Sun, 03 May at 03:00 pm The Smallest Wine Fair: From Plains To Peaks

Publico Ristorante

FOOD-DRINKS WINE-TASTING
Chinatown Heritage Walks -  Kreta Ayer
Fri, 05 Jan at 09:00 am Chinatown Heritage Walks - Kreta Ayer

Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)

ART
Hill Street Heritage Trail (English)
Wed, 12 Nov at 09:30 am Hill Street Heritage Trail (English)

Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry

TRIPS-ADVENTURES MEETUPS
Mazu Heritage Tour: Goddess of the Sea An ICH Journey
Fri, 02 Jan at 10:00 am Mazu Heritage Tour: Goddess of the Sea An ICH Journey

Thian Hock Keng Temple

HERITAGE-WALK
Urban Sketching - Singapore Shophouse w. Watercolour Painting \u57ce\u5e02\u901f\u5199
Fri, 06 Mar at 10:30 am Urban Sketching - Singapore Shophouse w. Watercolour Painting 城市速写

20B Mosque St

ART FINE-ARTS
A Whole New World: A Heritage Walk Around City Square Mall
Tue, 10 Mar at 05:00 pm A Whole New World: A Heritage Walk Around City Square Mall

Farrer Park MRT Exit H (up the escalator)

ENTERTAINMENT PARTIES
Private Singapore Group Walking Tour (10 pax)
Wed, 01 Apr at 09:00 am Private Singapore Group Walking Tour (10 pax)

Six Battery Road

HIDDEN Chinatown: Uncensored
Mon, 06 Apr at 09:30 am HIDDEN Chinatown: Uncensored

KELE - 2 Smith Street, Singapore 058917

TRIPS-ADVENTURES
Kampong Gelam - A Haj Travel Hub
Wed, 08 Apr at 09:30 am Kampong Gelam - A Haj Travel Hub

In front of Permata Restaurant entrance in Sultan Gate

2026 Silk Road & Northern Xinjiang Tour (For BF Members only)
Fri, 10 Apr at 10:00 am 2026 Silk Road & Northern Xinjiang Tour (For BF Members only)

Buddhist Fellowship West Centre

Selamat Morning 5KM Kebaya Raya Run
Sat, 11 Apr at 06:30 am Selamat Morning 5KM Kebaya Raya Run

45 Sultan Gate

A Journey to Kampong Gelam\u2019s Past
Sat, 11 Apr at 10:30 am A Journey to Kampong Gelam’s Past

In front of Permata Restaurant entrance in Sultan Gate

Jalan Raya at Kampong Glam
Thu, 16 Apr at 10:00 am Jalan Raya at Kampong Glam

Bugis MRT Station (EW12)

ART MEETUPS

What's Happening Next in Singapore?

Discover Singapore Events