Unknown Files: Holland Village
About this Event
Holland Village Guided Tour
12 Sep 2026 (Saturday)
9:00am – 11:00am
Meeting point: Buona Vista MRT Station, Exit D
Have you ever wondered how Holland Village got its name? And what untold stories lie behind its bustling façade?
Join us for a stroll through its streets — coffee and kaya toast included — as we uncover Singapore stories you won't find in any textbook! 🇸🇬✨
Agenda
Rail Corridor
Info: Walk along the former railway line that once connected Singapore and Malaya, and see how it now forms a green ecological corridor together with Sungei Ulu Pandan River — a testament to Singapore's urban ingenuity in transforming old infrastructure into a shared space for nature and community.
Ying Fo Fui Kun Hakka Cemetery
Info: This is Singapore's last surviving Hakka cemetery. Beneath this tranquil ground lie countless stories of early immigrants' struggles and their fight to put down roots.
Holland Village
Info: From a small settlement beside a British army camp to today's vibrant residential enclave, stroll among low-rise buildings and street-side shops, and experience the human scale and village character that Singapore has rarely preserved through modernisation.
Chip Bee Gardens
Info: Hear the historical story behind Princess Margaret's visit to Singapore, and discover the interesting background behind Singapore's 1960s street-naming conventions.
One Holland Village
Info: Explore how Singapore balances urban renewal with community character, preserving the unique charm of the "Village."
Sungei Ulu Pandan
Info: Explore this river that has witnessed a century of change — from a Malay fishing village and Javanese immigrant settlement to today's lush, green ecological corridor.
The Star
Info: Located within Singapore's one-north masterplan in Buona Vista, the development preserves the site's natural topography while its retail spaces spiral inward toward an open amphitheatre. The design balances bold architectural ambition with strict planning guidelines, creating a space for varied activities within a distinctly site-responsive form.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
SGD 25.00
