The Yin Yang Walk Chinatown Walking Trail Singapore

Retrace the footsteps of Singapore’s migrant pioneers at the Chinatown Heritage Centre. The informative exhibits show pseudo-living quarters, work spaces and history about early settlers. Visitors will delight in the educational experience of reliving snippets from the past. Little ones will learn how Chinatown is transformed to what it is today.

Chinatown Heritage Centre, 48 Pagoda Street, Singapore 059207, +65 6224 3928, www.chinatownheritagecentre.com.sg, Opens daily 9am to 8pm. Admission fee: SG$15 for adults, SG$11 for children (aged 7-12 years old)

The Adventures of Tin Tin is a series of comics created by Belgian cartoonist Georges Remi. In the 20th century, the Tin Tin series was the most popular comic in Europe. The Tin Tin shop which sells the comic’s merchandise and memorabilia is established in the heart of Chinatown. It is interesting to see how a popular Western comic integrates itself into the core of an area seeping with Oriental tradition and history!

Tin Tin Shop, 28 Pagoda Street, Singapore 059207, +65 8183 2210, www.tintin.sg, Opens Sundays to Thursdays from 11am to 9pm, Fridays & Saturdays 11am to 10pm.

Possibly the most unique library in Singapore, Library @ Chinatown is the first themed library and one that is managed entirely by volunteers and is privately funded. The library offers primarily, a collection of titles on Chinese arts and culture and specially curated materials, in Chinese dialects that are commonly spoken in Singapore. Workshops and cultural programs are organized periodically for the public. We love how little ones can be engaged through these programs to develop a deeper appreciation for arts and culture.

Library @ Chinatown, 133 New Bridge Road #04-12 Chinatown Point, Singapore 059413, +65 6332 3255, helpdesk@library.nlb.gov.sg, www.nlb.gov.sg. Opens daily 11am to 9pm.

Situated in the heart of Chinatown, the Chinatown Food Street (CFS) offers a wide variety of tantalizing local treats. Set in an al fresco dining space, the area is well ventilated and sheltered with a high glass canopy. Apart from street hawker stalls, there are a handful of shophouse restaurants to choose from. Each restaurant is equipped with restroom facilities and high chairs for younger children. We love how families can enjoy the old school street style dining atmosphere with modern day convenience.

Chinatown Food Street, Smith Street, Singapore 058938,+65 6225 3633, www.chinatownfoodstreet.sg  Opens daily 11am to11pm.

Din Tai Feng is a successful Taiwanese restaurant chain offering fresh steamed dumplings (xiao long baos), handmade noodles and specialty dishes. Diners could have a glimpse of the exquisite showmanship of Din Tai Fung’s chefs from the open concept kitchens. The restaurant is also noted for its excellent and family-friendly service.

Din Tai Fung, 133 New Bridge Road #02-01 Chinatown Point, Singapore 059413, +65 6534 2722, dintaifung@breadtalk.com, www.dintaifung.com.sg Opens Mondays - Fridays 11am to 10pm, Weekends & PH 10am to 10pm.

How about learning to make your own favorite Singapore dishes? Dive deep into the local culinary culture by cooking and tasting local heritage food through the cooking classes. Classes are customizable according to group size and ages. Contact the Food Playground studio in advance for bookings and additional information!

Food Playground, 24A Sago Street, Singapore 059020, +65 9452 3669, enquiries@foodplayground.com.sg, www.foodplayground.com.sg, Opens weekdays 9am to 6pm, Closed on Weekends.

With an integrated iPad ordering system and innovative express food delivery system, you can expect a fun and fuss free dining experience at Genki Sushi Restaurant. After orders are placed, the food is promptly delivered directly to the dining table via a “Shinkansen bullet train” or “Formula One car” on a conveyor belt. Little ones will delight in seeing their meals delivered by their favorite trains and cars. We love it that a kids menu is available too!

Genki Sushi, 133 New Bridge Road #02-33 Chinatown Point, Singapore 059 413, +65 6702 0900, www.genkisushi.com.sg. Opens daily 11:30am to 10pm.

A trip to Chinatown does not seem complete without a visit to a traditional dim sum tea-house! Renowned for its large selection of mouth-watering dim sums, hotpots and seafood delicacies, there’s something for everyone on the menu. The dim sums are prepared in bite-size portions, allowing diners to sample a little of everything, akin to the oriental version of tapas. We love the traditional ambiance and comfortable dining space.

Yum Cha Dim Sum Restaurant, 20 Trengganu Street #02-01, Singapore 058479, +65 6372 1717, chinatown@yumcha.com.sg, www.yumcha.com.sg, Opens Mondays – Fridays 10:30am to 10:30pm, Weekends & PH 9am to 10:30pm.