Cabinet Of Curiosities: Yishun Heritage Trail

This isn't your usual tour of the heartlands. The Cabinet Of Curiosities: Yishun Heritage Trail takes you on a Sunday morning walk through Yishun's town centre, where you'll meet the shopkeepers and visit the very businesses that shaped the neighbourhood. You'll hear the story behind the cinema's architects, learn about the cross-cultural origins of Peranakan snacks, and visit an aquarium to understand the cultural significance of fish — especially the arowana — in Chinese culture. There's even a bakery selling pastries that are rare elsewhere in Singapore.

The trail runs from 10.30am to 12.30pm on Sunday 8 November 2026, starting at Yishun MRT (exit A). It costs S$30, a reasonable price for a morning packed with local insight. Whether you're a Yishun resident curious about your own backyard or a heritage buff exploring a lesser-known corner of Singapore, this trail offers a fresh perspective on a neighbourhood often overlooked.