Hotels near Tanjong Pagar MRT Station

Cheap Holidays: Get Around by MRT and Stay Near Tanjong MRT Station

Tanjong Pagar MRT Station is located on the East-West Line of Singapore, usually serving workers and local residents. The workers are mostly Shenton Way and Robinson Read area employees. 

Not only focusing on its function as part of traveling traffic, but this station also pays enough attention to aesthetics. On the station's ceiling is an artwork called Stainless Steel Mobiles by artist Anthony Poon. There is also a legendary mural made of polymarble material by Aw Tee Hong entitled Epic of Singapore.

This MRT station is located close together and connected to other MRT stations still in Chinatown. Namely, it consists of Chinatown MRT, Telok Ayer MRT, Outram Park MRT, and Raffles Place MRT.

Reasons to Visit Tanjong Pagar MRT Station

As in general, the reason for visiting the MRT Station is to take the MRT to get to the desired destination. Tanjong Pagar MRT Station is quite crowded because it is in the historic Chinatown area. You can pay for a single trip to ride the MRT, but if you want something more economical, use an EZ-Link card.

From this MRT station, you can connect to more than 100 stations across the island that connect the airport to the city center. The route also connects with the Central Business District, Orchard Road, Little India, Chinatown, Marina Bay, Bugis and Kampong Glam, and other districts.

Best Activities to Do Near Tanjong Pagar MRT Station

1. Study History at the Chinatown Heritage Centre

Tanjong Pagar MRT Station is located not far from the Chinatown area, it might take around 10 minutes by foot. This place is a museum in a shopping area with an original 1950s atmosphere.

This museum, which contains the journey of immigrants from China to Singapore in the late 19th century, has much history. The facilities, including audio tours and frequent interactive exhibitions, are also fun to follow.

2. Religious Tour

This area has many old places of worship with rich historical backgrounds in every corner. The Jamae Mosque (Chulia), Sri Mariamman Temple, Buddha Tooth Relic & Museum, and the Fairfield Methodist Church are among them. Each is located close together and can easily be reached only by foot.

3. Rickshaw Tour in Chinatown

Pedicabs in this area are driven by an adult man who already has an official license, so he is called Trishaw Uncle. You will get many stories from the uncles who are good at telling the things they have passed. This tour usually lasts 45 minutes through the streets of Chinatown and costs S$ 49.

4. Art Tour

Many mural paintings adorn the walls of the building to add to the aesthetics and make it more alive. The painting was made by a local artist, located about 10 minutes walk from Tanjong Pagar MRT Station.

The famous mural is ‘My Chinatown Home’ by Yip Yew Cheong which tells about the old Chinatown. This mural is at 30 Smith Street near the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple.

5. Shop

Don't miss shopping while on vacation so you have something to remember and share with friends or family. You can buy it at the Tanjong Pagar Market and Food Center or visit the Chinatown area.

Where Are the Best Hotels Near Tanjong Pagar MRT Station?

1. Orchid Hotel

Address: 1 Tras Link, Chinatown, Singapore

Price: Start from S$ 295.37

As the name suggests, staying at the Orchid Hotel will be fun for those who like orchids because there are lots of orchids in every corner of the hotel. This hotel has a varied dining menu provided in restaurants and cafes. You still have other options because there are food stalls like Korean and Japanese restaurants.

2. Sofitel Singapore City Centre

Address: 9 Wallich Street, Tanjong Pagar, Central Business District, Singapore

Price: Start from S$ 431.40

The hotel, only 107 m from Tanjong Pagar MRT Station, has Luxury, Luxury Premium, and Luxury Club room types. If you want to stay at the Sofitel Singapore City Centre with a great view, remember to choose a room type with City View. Swim in the cool swimming pool even though it is in the middle of skyscrapers because many green plants surround it.

3. Oasia Hotel Downtown

Address: 100 Peck Seah Street, Tanjong Pagar, Central Business District, Singapore

Price: start from S$ 449.06

Oasia Hotel Downtown has a Deluxe and Club Room with Benefits room types, which will get free parking. The hotel, 164 m from Tanjong Pagar MRT Station, has many dining options, such as a la carte and buffet. Relax in the garden or play in the pool, which has chairs on the top floor of the building.

Getting Around Near Tanjong Pagar MRT Station

1. MRT

The MRT is a favorite because it has many stations, some even close to popular tours. If you want to use it more than once, you must buy a Singapore Tourist Pass as an EZ-Link card.

2. Buses

Buses have an extensive network of routes and reach almost any destination you need in Singapore. You also need an EZ-Link card to get on the bus, which must be attached at entry and exit. But if you want to travel more freely without a queue, use a taxi.

Popular Food Must-try Near Tanjong Pagar MRT Station

1. Maxwell Road Food

One of the oldest culinary centers in Singapore, it consists of more than 100 stalls with many menus to offer. Such as chicken rice, tapioca cakes, fried meat, and tian-tian chicken rice are said to be a favorite. Avoid coming during lunchtime because it is very crowded with very long queues.

2. Chinatown Food Street

Another street food that is no less interesting opens at dusk, marked by lantern lighting. Many menus are sold with prices starting from S$3 per dish, such as fresh seafood, wok-fried noodles, crispy duck, and steamed dim sum.

3. Ya Kun Rich Bread

Try a unique toast dish at a local eatery's mainstay of thick toast with kaya jam (a mixture of sugar, coconut milk, and butter). The way to eat it is usually smeared on a half-boiled egg which is placed in a separate bowl.

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