For Families Places Tours & Trails

Sentosa Heritage Trail

The Sentosa Heritage Trail will be the 22nd national heritage trail co-created with SDC and endorsed by the National Heritage Board as part of their ongoing efforts to document and present the history and social memories of places in Singapore.

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*Note: This is a self-guided tour. No registration is required.
Link: Guide to Sentosa's Heritage Trail

Suggested Short Trail Routes

Kampongs and Barracks (2 hours; public transport, 3km)

From the Orang Laut and kampong settlers to British Army personnel, a diverse range of people and communities have called Pulau Blakang Mati home. This trail explores the lives and livelihoods of the people of Blakang Mati, as well as their living spaces that spanned kampongs, barracks and luxurious bungalows.

Forts (2 hours; on foot, 4km)

Pulau Blakang Mati had been identified as a potential defence outpost since the 17th century. However, it was only in the late 1800s that the island was militarised, with artillery batteries, forts, barracks and other infrastructure constructed by the British. This trail explores the extensive fortifications on Sentosa, including Fort Siloso, Imbiah Battery and Fort Serapong, and how they featured in the defence of colonial Singapore.

Memories of Sentosa (1 hour; on foot, 2.5km)

Since the 1970s and following its reinvention as a leisure destination, Sentosa has continually refreshed its attractions to adjust to shifting visitor preferences over the decades. A number of former attractions including the Musical Fountain and the monorail helped define Sentosa in the 1980s and 1990s, and still feature significantly in the social memories of Singaporeans. This trail revisits some of these locations and the memories associated with them.






Other fascinating stories & events…

A Taste of Outfield Camp: Heritage in a Mess Tin

18, 25 May • 10:30am

Soldiers, fall in! Join us on a journey of discovery and rediscovery where you get a taste of an outfield camp experience. Then, prepare for a ‘route march’ to SAFTI Military Institute, where you get some insights about the rich traditions and heritage of the SAF, from its passing out parade to going up the iconic SAFTI Tower in this unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

Craft-efact! My Dream Kampong Gelam

5, 4 May • 11:00am

Immerse yourself in Kampong Gelam’s architectural history by crafting your own miniature heritage shophouse. Engage with facilitators to explore urban planning and placemaking ideas, gaining insights into the significance of places in shaping our urban environment. Don't miss this interactive experience!

DBS Sailing at The Bay

2 - 5 May, 6 Jun, 7 - 19 May • 12:00pm

Be inspired by Marina Bay’s transformation over the years! Hop on board our DBS sailboats and discover historical trivia about iconic waterfront landmarks and transport modes in the past, while enjoying Singapore’s skyline from the water.