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Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre is an important cultural destination in downtown Singapore, designed to connect people with traditional and modern aspects of Chinese Singaporean identity.
Located at Shenton Way near Tanjong Pagar, the SCCC building itself is a striking mix of contemporary design with subtle cultural influences.
You can catch live performances, interactive exhibits, and even hands-on workshops that explore both heritage and modern Chinese arts.
A permanent exhibition, “SINGAPO 人: Discovering Chinese Singaporean Culture,” walks visitors through the unique blend of customs, food, values, and language that shape Chinese life in Singapore.
During major Chinese festivals, the centre comes alive with performances, workshops (like dumpling wrapping or lantern crafting), and family activities.
They offer learning journeys for students, talks on heritage topics, and support for creative projects that celebrate multicultural Singapore.
The rooftop check here garden is a hidden gem with city views—perfect for taking a break after exploring the galleries.
Getting there is easy via Tanjong Pagar MRT (Exit F), with plenty of buses serving the area as well.
If you’re interested in art, history or just exploring what it means to be Chinese in Singapore today, SCCC is well worth a visit.