Singapore: Holland Village

Holland Village

Estimated time spent: 3 hours

Holland Village is an interesting place to be at. There are a variety of eateries and shops which are sure to attract both the foreign and local tourists. With malls and shops that sell items unique to the three main ethnic groups in Singapore, namely Chinese, Malays and Indians, the area transforms into a nightlife district once the sun sets.

With the opening of the Circle Line, Holland Village was unveiled to be one of the stations on the new train route. Holland Village is also also gaining popularity as a place to go to while travelling along the Circle Line (which includes attractions such as Marina Bay Sands, ArtScience Museum and Gardens By The Bay).

Following signs within the MRT station, you will be able to find your way to Holland Road Shopping Centre at Exit C. The mall houses a supermarket, where you can get your hands on those local tidbits and Malaysian brand coffee at a cheap price, and shops that sell items ranging from Chinese tea sets to Malay batik design clothing to Indian carpets at a good bargain.

If you are unsure of how to use the items or is simply curious about the item itself, friendly shopkeepers are more than happy to serve you (though be sure to avoid peak business hours i.e. 9am-10am/ 5pm-6.30pm). 

Concept themed cafes and restaurants can be found littered around the area. A good exploration of the area aided with a healthy dose of curiosity will be sure to lead you to surprises.