Saturday, September 20

A Journey through the Colonial Past of Dempsey Hill

By Society of Tourist Guides (Singapore)

This tour explores the transformation of this leafy enclave from nutmeg plantation to military barracks and boutique hub.

Date and time

Location

Napier MRT Station (TE12)

2 Napier Road Singapore, 258511 Singapore

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Highlights

2 hours
In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

'A Journey through the Colonial Past of Dempsey Hill' explores the transformation of this leafy enclave from nutmeg plantation to military barracks and boutique hub. Learn how colonial planning shaped the area’s architecture and ambience, and discover hidden stories behind its elegant facades.

Date: Saturday, 20 September 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Meet: Napier MRT Station Exit 2 (Street Level)

End: Former Civil Service Club at 25 Dempsey Road

This event is part of STGS' SG60 Tour Series. A City of Stories, Told 60 Ways.

About The Guide

Abhi is a professional engineer with 30 years of experience in restoring heritage structures. His tours offer rare insights into architectural conservation and historical planning.

For any queries, please contact May at 96621186 (WhatsApp only).

Organized by

Society of Tourist Guides (Singapore)

Society of Tourist Guides (Singapore) was started in 2003 by a group of trainer guides with guiding experience between 18 to 30 years.The Society held its first International Tourist Guide Day (ITGD) event on 21 February 2004, with member guides offering free walking tours in Chinatown, Emerald Hill, Singapore River, Fort Canning and many more.

ITGD has been celebrated ever since at various site including Esplanade Park, Sentosa, Singapore Botanic Gardens, National Museum of Singapore, National Gallery Singapore, Asian Civilisation Museum etc.

The Society works closely with Singapore Tourism Board and other industry partners to promote the professionalism of tourist guides as the Tourism Ambassadors of Singapore.