Peranakan Culture Tour at Katong Antique House
Peranakan Culture Tour at Katong Antique House
Peranakan Culture Tour at Katong Antique House
Discover the vibrant heritage of the Peranakans at Katong Antique House, a living museum filled with culture, history, and charm.
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Highlights
Step into the world of the Peranakans at the charming Katong Antique House, a century-old shophouse filled with treasured artefacts, costumes, and heirlooms that tell the story of this unique culture. Once the home of the late Peter Wee, a fourth-generation Peranakan, the house is now a living museum that offers a rare glimpse into the traditions and lifestyle of this vibrant community.
From intricately beaded slippers to colourful kebayas, antique furniture, and traditional kueh moulds, every corner of the house reveals something fascinating. Led by passionate curators, you’ll hear stories of the Peranakan past, watch demonstrations of beadwork and embroidery, and even get to try on traditional attire. With light snacks and personalised storytelling, this is more than just a museum visit; it’s an intimate cultural journey into the Peranakan way of life.
- Cultural Treasures: Explore authentic Peranakan antiques, costumes, and heirlooms in a historic shophouse.
- Curator-Led Tours: Learn directly from passionate guides with deep knowledge of Peranakan culture.
- Interactive Experience: Try on traditional attire, enjoy local snacks, and see beadwork demonstrations.
- Heritage Storytelling: Discover the fascinating history of the Peranakan people and their unique lifestyle.
- Personalised Visit: Small-group tours ensure an intimate, tailored experience.
Itinerary
Arrival & Welcome
Be greeted by your curator at Katong Antique House and get an introduction to Peranakan culture.Museum Exploration
Explore the two-storey shophouse filled with antiques, costumes, and heirlooms.Cultural Storytelling
Hear fascinating stories about the Peranakan way of life and history.Interactive Experience
Try on traditional attire and enjoy light Peranakan snacks.Demonstrations
Watch beadwork and embroidery demonstrations showcasing Peranakan artistry.Closing & Q&A
End the tour with an open discussion where you can ask questions and learn more about the artefacts.
What's included
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- Address: 208 East Coast Road, Singapore 428907
- By Bus: Alight at Opposite Holy Family Church bus stop, the museum is across the road.
- By MRT: Alight at Marine Parade Station (TE26), 8-minute walk to Katong Antique House.
- Please book at least 48 hours in advance to guarantee your booking.
- Minimum of 2 participants required; maximum of 5 per tour.
- This ticket is valid only on the selected date.
- Experience is by appointment and curator-led.
- Open to all ages and nationalities.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Mobile or printed voucher
- Valid photo ID
- Comfortable attire and footwear
- Not wheelchair accessible due to shophouse layout and stairs.
- Your booking will be confirmed within 24 hours.
- Cancellations made more than 1 day before are eligible for a full refund.
- No refund for cancellations made less than 24 hours before your booked date.
- Show mobile or printed voucher to staff before commencing the activity.
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Katong Antique House
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Eric and Eddie were wonderful hosts who took the time and trouble to give a good account of who Peranakans were and the lives they lead. The house itself was a strong supporting actor chock full of furniture, clothing and other memorabilia. Strongly recommended.
We had an incredible experience with Angeline as our guide. She was truly fantastic—knowledgeable, approachable, and always eager to share her expertise. Throughout the tour, she provided fascinating insights into Peranakan heritage and culture, making the history come alive in a way that was both engaging and informative. The Katong Antique House has many interesting artefacts on display. Each item told a unique story, and Angeline did an excellent job of explaining their significance. I highly recommend this experience for people interested in learning more about Peranakan culture. It's a great opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of this rich and vibrant heritage.
Angeline is an amazing and captivating guide. She brought us around and showed us the collection the house had. She went above and beyond our expectations by extending the tour too. She gave us a greater understanding of the Peranakan culture. Will recommend to others.
All went well. Pelago platform is responsive and Angeline at The Katong Antique House is fantastic ! My guests was very happy with her visit and the wealth of knowledge they gleaned!
My little boy 10 years old and I had great experience with Angeline. She was very kind and imformative. We have been for many other Peranakan museums but I felt Angline‘s explaination was very clear and knowledgable. And the decoration of Antique House was very nice and beautiful especial Angline showed us backyard and kitchen. The kitchen was amazing. We will definately bring my parents and relatives to visit again.
Our volunteer guide was awesome in sharing the history and answering our questions. Time flew by and we scarcely noticed! Highly recommend for an insightful learning. We came as two couples.