Quick guide to Arab Street in Singapore
Many Muslims from different backgrounds (Tamil Indian, Malay and Indonesian mostly) migrated to Singapore and made of Kampong Glam their home also during the British occupation, even though earlier it was the home of the Sultan of Singapore and the Malay aristocracy. Also known as Arab street in honor of one of its major arteries, this small quarter is filled to the brim with shops, bars and especially restaurants of Muslim background from all over the world (think Turkish, Lebanese, Indonesian and obviously Malay). The most important site is, however, the Sultan Mosque, towering over Muscat street with its colorful shophouses.
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Things to do in Arab street (Kampong Glam)
- Feel history at the Sultan Mosque, built in 1824 for the first Sultan of Singapore.
The Sultan Mosque at Muscat street
- Eat some Halal food at one of the restaurants in Muscat street.
- Get some Malay and Islamic books at Wardah Books.
- Get your party on at one of the bars in Haji Lane.
Haji Lane
- Visit Gelam Gallery, and outdoors gallery located in Muscat street.
- Get some perfume or scented candles at Sifr Aromatics in Arab street.
- Learn about Malay culture in the Malay Heritage Center in the former palace of Sultan Hussein Shah.
- Get some great Arabica coffee in Arab street.
Preparing Arabica coffee in Arab street.
Where to stay in Singapore
Singapore is an expensive city for the standards of Southeast Asia, so you may need a little extra planning when choosing your accommodation if you’re on a budget. However, you can find all kinds of accommodations in the city, so choose depending on your main interests based on the area. Check out this post where I give you recommendations based on the type of trip you’re looking for and the areas in Singapore:
Or you can use the map below to find where to stay:
Closing statement
Singapore’s Arab street is one of the most exciting heritage neighbourhoods in the city. The contrast between the skyscrapers in the city and the colorful houses of Kampong Glam, the glamour of the Mosque and the smells of delicious Arab food makes of this neighbourhood a very unique part of the city and a singular neighbourhood worldwide. Don’t forget Arab street in your itinerary and make sure you have a look at the full post about things to do in Singapore:
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