Malay Heritage Centre

One of the Cultural attractions in Singapore is the Malay Heritage Centre.
The Istana Kampong Glam was built 162 years ago by Sultan Ali, the son of Sultan Hussein Shah. Today,the estate is home to the Malay Heritage Museum.
It was the centre of Islamic learning and literacy in the late 19th century.
Kampong Gelam was a place where Muslim immigrants fromm the Malay Archipelago stopped to buy supplies before embarking on their journey to Mecca.
The Estate houses nine galleries in which it shows the history, aspirations and role of the Singapore Malays.
At the Centre’s daily cultural programme you can experience the grace and artistry of Malay customs, festivals and performing arts.
Check out the seafaring might of the Bugis people or try out one of the pottery or batik courses.
Have a bite at the Restoran Tepak Sireh which serves traditional Malay fare. It is housed in the Yellow Mansion, built around 1860.
The Museum is located at 85 Sultan Gate Singapore 198501.
You can get there by walking towards the Sultan Mosque from the MRT Bugis Station.

Open: 10am - 6pm (Tue - Sun), 1pm - 6pm (Mon).
Admission: Istana Compound: Free
Museum Entrance: SGD 3 adults, SGD 2 children
Cultural Show: SGD 10 adults, SGD 5 children and senior citizens.