About this experience
Ever walked by this massive plot of land and wondered what stories these buildings told?
The former Communicable Disease Centre (former CDC), also previously known as Middleton Hospital, is located in prime land between Novena, Farrer Park and Boon Keng, these buildings are oddly spaced out across over 1 million square feet of land, and for good reason!
We will bring history to life through our immersive storytelling with photographs for you to imagine what life was once like in the Former Communicable Disease Centre located at 2 Moulmein Road
Please refer to Terms and Conditions for Port Access, Meeting Point, Safety Measures & Things To bring, Wet Weather Plan & Late Arrivals, Booking And Payment, Age and Health Requirements, Photo And Video Usage, Liability
Highlights
- Admire early 20th-century architectural features across the sprawling compound
- Exclusive access into a former hospital closed off to the public for decades
- Hear personal narratives from former frontline healthcare workers and anecdotes of former residents of the compound
- Learn how infectious diseases from cholera to SARS shaped Singapore’s healthcare history
- Walk through original historical wards to understand the centre’s operational legacy
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- Inform the tour guide of your name upon your arrival.
What to expect
- Historical Wards: Walk through some of the original wards, gaining an understanding of the centre’s operational history.
- History of Diseases: Discover how various diseases shaped the community over the years, the challenges they brought, and the hardships faced by nurses on the front lines of healthcare.
- Architectural Features: The tours highlighted the unique design elements of the buildings, reflecting early 20th-century architecture.
- Personal Narratives: Hear stories from former staff, providing personal perspectives on the centre’s role in combating diseases.
- Learn how the centre evolved from the Isolation Hospital to Middleton Hospital and later CDC.
Things to note
- Comfortable walking attire and shoes recommended
- Tour involves both indoor and outdoor spaces
- Bring water and umbrella/poncho
- For participants coming by car Upon driving through the gates, there are parking lots on the right side of the compound
Terms & conditions
Start & End Point
Safety Measures And Things To Bring
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring a water bottle with sufficient water
- Umbrella or poncho in case of wet weather Hat and portable fan (optional)
Wet Weather Plan & Late Arrivals
The tour proceeds rain or shine, with both sheltered and outdoor portions Please be punctual, as late arrivals may miss portions of the tour without refunds
Booking And Payment
Bookings are non-refundable. Customers may request to postpone to the next available tour date, subject to availability. You may WhatsApp us at 80309192 to postpone your tour.
Age and Health Requirements Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Participants must be able to walk for 1.5-2 hours at a comfortable pace, with ample rest stops in between
Photo And Video Usage
By joining the tour, you consent to photographs and videos taken during the tour being used for promotional purposes.
Liability
Participants join the tour at their own risk. Hidden Heritage Collective LLP, its representatives, property owners, seafood merchant partners, and any associated third parties shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, injury, illness, or accident sustained before, during, or after the tour. Customers are responsible for their own safety and belongings at all times.