The character of the area
Historically the seat of Singapore's Malay royalty, Kampong Glam today mixes that heritage with an independent café and boutique scene concentrated on a couple of narrow lanes.
Key sights
Sultan Mosque, with its golden dome, is the district's visual anchor and remains an active place of worship — dress modestly if visiting.
Haji Lane
A two-block strip of independent boutiques and street art, small enough to cover in an hour but dense with things worth stopping for.
Getting there
Bugis MRT station (EW/DT lines) is the closest stop, a short walk from the district's edge.