Public Housing - Into the HDB Heartlands
If you have never been in a typical HDB (Housing Development Board) town in Singapore, this is your opportunity to get up close and experience how the majority of Singaporeans live, work, play and learn. Discover the history of the Toa Payoh neighbourhood and its pivotal role in Singapore's public housing over some light local breakfast. You will also explore the HDB Gallery and HDB Hub where you can better apprecaite the strategic planning that goes into the provision of affordable housing for generations of Singaporeans.
You will also get a view of a typical Singapore apartment unit at My Nice Home Gallery, which houses showrooms for different flat types. A visit to Toa Payoh Central will also inform you about the historical significance of this first HDB Town, key amenities that provide conveniences to residents, and the unique juxtaposition of different generations of HDB flats here. The tour will end at the HDB Atrium, a communal space where residents can take part in community activities and exhibitions.
The meeting point will be at Toa Payoh MRT Station. Please meet outside the ticket office at the station concourse, just after exiting the MRT gantry.
Learn how public housing has transformed the lives of generations of Singaporeans!
Toa Payoh Bus Interchange
Experience Toa Payoh’s significance as a vital transport hub, showcasing its design as an integrated transport node.
Local Toa Payoh Coffee Stall
Savor a typical local breakfast at a beloved Toa Payoh coffee stall, enjoying the same meals that many residents do.
HDB Gallery (LivingSpace)
Explore the compelling history of the Housing & Development Board (HDB), the government agency responsible for providing housing to millions since pre-independence.
My Nice Home Gallery
Visit showrooms that display typical HDB flats, designed to inspire creative interior design and give the public a glimpse into HDB living spaces.
HDB Hub
Discover the heart of HDB operations where flat owners select their units and handle resale transactions, serving as the central hub for all things HDB.
Heartland Mall
Observe daily life in a typical HDB town center where residents eat, shop, play, and relax.
HDB Atrium
Experience community activities and exhibitions regularly hosted in this communal space, fostering a sense of community among local residents.
- Enjoy Light Local Breakfast
- Immerse in the Heartlands of Toa Payoh Town
- Experience the Layouts of Typical HDB flats
- Appreciate Singapore's Amazing Public Housing Journey
- Accessibility: this experience is not wheelchair accessible
- Parking: The HDB Hub likely has a car park, but fees might apply.
- Public transport options like the MRT and buses are readily available in the vicinity.
- Valid on the Date of Booking
- This tour is intended for individuals aged 18 and above.