Little India

Singapore

Little India featuring a city, street scenes and night scenes
Little India featuring street scenes and markets
Little India showing markets
Little India featuring interior views
Little India which includes markets, indigenous culture and a small town or village

The winding streets at the heart of Singapore’s Indian community are full of intriguing smells, sounds and colors.

At the heart of Singapore’s large Indian community is Little India, the area surrounding Serangoon Road to the east of the Singapore River. While Little India is a popular destination for tourists, it hasn’t lost its authenticity, and it still functions as a trade center. See vendors selling their wares on the side of the road, vibrant colored flowers and a winding series of alleys that traverse the district. While many visit Little India regularly for the classic Indian curries available, the area is a great destination for those with an interest in history and the Indian culture.

Stroll down Serangoon Road and immerse yourself in the South Indian culture that centers itself there. Smell brightly colored flowers that adorn the sides of the streets as you admire the traditional architecture of the buildings. Little India is home to a number of sacred temples, but the best known is Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple. Take your shoes off and head inside for a peaceful escape from the busy street outside.

Shop for souvenirs or traditional food products at the Tekka Market, a true sensory experience. While the market is usually filled to capacity, it is a great place to sample the atmosphere of Little India the colors and aromas are unlike anywhere else in the area.

Try spicy curries or a local variation of Indian chai, known as tarik, from the local restaurants or street vendors. Curries here are authentically spicy, so be sure to speak up if you don’t want yours too hot.

Little India is located in the central downtown district of Singapore, on the east side of the Singapore River. It can be easily reached on foot from many downtown hotels, but is also served by the Little India MRT station. Free parking in the area is limited but for a fee parking is ample. Little India can be visited daily and there is no cost involved.


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Little India Hotel Deals

Citadines Rochor Singapore
Citadines Rochor Singapore
3.5 out of 5
2 Serangoon Road, Singapore
The price is NT$4,251 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
NT$4,251
NT$5,097 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Singapore. Enjoy a fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (602 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on 2025/7/9

Citadines Rochor Singapore
Novotel Singapore on Kitchener
Novotel Singapore on Kitchener
4 out of 5
181 Kitchener Road, Singapore
The price is NT$4,450 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
NT$4,450
NT$5,335 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (138 reviews)
Overall good with the exception of front desk staf
"Everything was good other than the front desk staff. They were very rude in responding. Especially a staff Rochel was extremely rude with her response."

Reviewed on 2025/4/23

Novotel Singapore on Kitchener
Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay
Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay
4.5 out of 5
Merchant Road, 20, Singapore, SIN
The price is NT$5,521 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
NT$5,521
NT$6,619 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,181 reviews)
"A beautiful, comfortable and clean hotel with friendly, efficient staff. Food was very good with a wide range of dishes to choose from. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 2025/7/11

Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay
YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
4 out of 5
366 Orchard Road, Singapore
The price is NT$4,222 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
NT$4,222
NT$5,062 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,525 reviews)
"Clean modern and compact. Value for money. Great breakfast and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 2025/7/8

YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road
Crowne Plaza Changi Airport by IHG
Crowne Plaza Changi Airport by IHG
5 out of 5
75 Airport Boulevard, Singapore
The price is NT$6,595 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
NT$6,595
NT$7,907 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,116 reviews)
"we think this is one of the best hotels we have stayed at. One criticism, we needed to pick up our key and there was a long check in line and we essentially had to wait in line just to pick up our key."

Reviewed on 2025/7/8

Crowne Plaza Changi Airport by IHG
Carlton Hotel Singapore
Carlton Hotel Singapore
4.5 out of 5
76 Bras Basah Road, Singapore
The price is NT$5,504 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
NT$5,504
NT$6,599 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Singapore. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,733 reviews)
"Very convenient to city hall and MRT. Easy to get to and from Changi Airport"

Reviewed on 2025/7/9

Carlton Hotel Singapore
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