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Journeys to Hell™

A Twilight Tour of Haw Par Villa & Hell's Museum

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“Totally enjoyed all the tour, guide was wonderful and knew all his history”

- Libby, Australia

BEST TOUR EXPERIENCE FINALIST
- 2018 Singapore Tourism Awards

“The sea of bitterness has no bounds; repent and you will reach the shore.” The consequences of doing good or evil unfold not just in life, but after death… or so believed Aw Boon Haw – millionaire philanthropist, marketing extraordinaire, brainchild behind the famed ointment Tiger Balm and creator of the eccentric Tiger Balm Garden (known today as Haw Par Villa). Join this unique tour and see the park in a new light – after dark, if you dare! 

Learn how death stalked the Aw family, and what Boon Haw did to confront his mortality. Discover the rich philosophies and culture reflected in the park’s eclectic sculptures and dioramas. Explore perspectives of the afterlife across various religions in Hell’s Museum. Step into the infamous 10 Courts of Hell to see what will get you dismembered and drowned in a pool of blood. And we’ll show you how some Singaporeans communicate with the afterlife. We promise you’ll never see dying – and living – in the same way again.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Explore Haw Par Villa, a unique cultural theme park built in 1937
  • Hear stories of the remarkable family that built the park 
  • Exclusive access to Hell’s Museum after dark 
  • Learn about concepts of the afterlife across different cultures and civilisations. 
  • EVERY FRIDAY  6:30pm – 8:30pm
  • NO Tours on Public Holidays (2023): 25 DEC 2023 & 1 JAN, 10-12 FEB, 29 MAR, 10 APR, 1 MAY, 22 MAY, 17 JUN, 9 AUG, 31 OCT, 25 DEC 2024
  • Meet at Haw Par Villa MRT Station, outside Exit A (Pasir Panjang Road)
  • BY CAB: Alight at the entrance of Haw Par Villa MRT Station, 262 Pasir Panjang Road.
  • END POINT: Haw Par Villa

TICKETING:

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SINGLE TOUR TICKET:

S$40.00 (Adult) / S$20.00 (Child)

3-DAY PASS:

S$X.00 (Adult) / S$X.00 (Child)

1-WEEK PASS:

S$X.00 (Adult) / S$X.00 (Child)

EVERY FRIDAY, 6.30pm - 8.30pm

Adult: S$40 Child: S$20

Journeys to Hell™ – A Twilight Tour of Haw Par Villa & Hell’s Museum (Meeting Point: Haw Par Villa MRT, Outside Exit A)

S$40 (Adult) / S$20 (Child, 7-12 years old) 2 hours

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

  • Tour confirmation is given upon successful booking and payment. Please flash your booking confirmation (either on mobile/printed copy) to our guide to start your tour
  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before tour start time – our tours start punctually!
  • The Original Singapore Walks® runs rain or shine – please bring an umbrella or poncho
  • In the rare occasion that our tour schedule changes, you will be contacted by Journeys Pte Ltd via email and/or text as soon as we are aware of the changes.
  • The management reserves the right to amend terms and conditions without prior notice

(** Please note that guides and trainee guides are not allowed to join the tours, without express written permission.​)

Before Your Journeys With Us…

Here’s what you need to know before you embark on The Original Singapore Walks®

Do I need to book in advance?

No, you can purchase tickets from our guides. However, you will need to pay in cash, exact change. 


Meet your guide at the meeting point 15 minutes before your tour start time for a quick registration and cash payment (if any). In the rare event of an unusually large turn-out or a single walker, the tour goes on (sometimes with an additional guide). 

Advance reservations through phone (+65 6325 1631) or email (fun@singaporewalks.com) are highly recommended for

  • Parties of 8 or more
  • Changi WWII™ – Life, Death and Courage Coach Tour

Our team will send you an email confirmation once we have secured your spots.

 

If you have a group of 20 or more, we strongly recommend a separate tour just for your group. Please send in your request by filling out the enquiry form at least 2 to 3 weeks ahead.

Where is the tour meeting point? Is there a hotel pick-up?

The tour meeting points are mostly at MRT station exits (above ground) or at the entrance of a museum. The meeting point varies depending on the walk or coach trail of your choice. Please refer to the individual tour descriptions for more details. Hotel pick-ups are currently not available.

How do I recognise the guide?

That would be the person waving our brochures madly in the air. Alternatively, look out for a group forming at the meeting point and the guide who is wearing a Singapore Tourism Board guide badge.

What if I don’t find the guide at the meeting point?

There are generally two scenarios where this may happen: guests sometimes end up at the wrong meeting point, or, they turn up after the scheduled tour departure time. Our guides usually wait an additional 5 minutes after the scheduled departure time in case of any latecomers. Otherwise, a guide no-show rarely happens. If in doubt, please feel free to call our hotline +65 6325 1631.

How is payment done?

For a hassle-free experience, you are encouraged to book and pay online. Alternatively, you may make payment to the guide in cash prior to your tour.

Exact change will be much appreciated by our guides!

How long do the tours last?

The walks generally last 2.5 hours, although, depending on the interests of the walkers, they’ve been known to go up to 3 hours. The coach trails last around 4 hours, again, depending on guests’ interests and road traffic conditions.

Do the tours run as scheduled on public holidays?

No. Our scheduled tours take a break on public holidays in Singapore (we love our festivals!). Please see check our homepage or our red brochure for the exact dates. Private tours may still be arranged on Sundays and public holidays, depending on the availability of our guides.

Do you have any special discounts right now?

Check out our Promotions tab for the latest deals for our tours and attractions.

 

Currently, we are offering an ONLINE EXCLUSIVE, where you can get a sweet 10% off your total when you book 2 or more tours on our website (offer is valid with 2 or more DIFFERENT tours booked – we want you to discover different facets of Singapore with The Original Singapore Walks®!)

 

Now and then, we also present exclusive promotions through partners such as the Association of Singapore Attractions and the Singapore Tourism Board. Do look up their websites for the latest deals.

What are the tours like?

Charming, witty, illuminating and highly addictive. By foot, we will explore the many nooks and crannies that run abound in these lovely corners of Singapore and foray behind the scenes to see, hear, touch and feel things that you won’t on most other tours. We take pride and pleasure in exposing the depths, dishing out the dirty, pointing out the eccentricities and regaling you with astonishing true stories of the city-state we grew to adore. Simply go on one and you will see what we mean…

How are the War Trails by Changi Museum different from The Original Singapore Walks®?

The War Trails by Changi Museum are motorcoach-facilitated guided trails that visit selected WWII sites in Singapore. Please note that we will be running Changi WWII™ – Life, Death and Courage from 1 Apr 2018 onwards due to the closure of Changi Museum for redevelopment. This is a refreshed and enhanced version of our long-running Changi WWII™ tour. The 4-hour long coach tour explores the Occupation Experience and run every Wed & Sat (reservations recommended as seats are limited).

Will we learn anything about local festivals, celebrations and commemorations on your tours?

Definitely! During festive months, selected tours will be enhanced with festival-specific content. Learn more about our local festivals and how we celebrate them by hopping onto one of our special festive tours! Important events that have shaped our society are also emphasised during commemorative months. Follow our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/theoriginalsingaporewalks to get the latest updates!

Are there other tours apart from the scheduled ones?

Yes, we have a whole gamut of tours available for private bookings. Based on our research team’s accumulated knowledge of local history, military history, the arts, religion and culture, Journeys is able to tailor make tour programmes and packages according to various special interests. Our forte lies in programmes which require educational and professional focus and content. Simply drop us a line at +65 63251631 or send in your details by filling out the enquiry form at least 2 to 3 weeks ahead.

For programmes requiring a full suite of destination services, visit www.journeys.com.sg/tours-and-services

What if it rains?

As long as guests are game, our promise is to run our tours regardless of rain or shine. Guests are advised to wear comfortable, weather-resistant footwear and bring along a cap, umbrella or poncho. Much of the walks take place at sheltered walkways and buildings, which our guides keep to in the event of rain. Coach trails are hardly affected as sites can be viewed from within the comfort of the coach vehicle if necessary. 

 

We reserve the right to avoid touring sites due to potential safety hazards under certain weather conditions, such as the open-field Kranji War Graves during a lightning storm.

Is photography / video-recording allowed on the tours?

In protection of the intellectual copyright that goes into the tours, note-taking and any forms of video and audio recording are not allowed on the tours. The interesting stories that we share with you are the result of painstaking research over many years, so do show your appreciation by listening with attentive ears, open hearts and obedient hands! By the way, photography is allowed but not in such excess that it disrupts the tour.

How should I dress to walk under the local climate?

Dress comfortably, preferably wearing a cap and comfy shoes. Bring along sunglasses, an umbrella or poncho, and a bottle of water. When all else fails, put on a big grin and face it like a real globe trekker! (Note: Walkers considering the Sultans of Spice™ tour should remember to dress modestly – sleeved top and full-length skirt or pants – in view of a Mosque visit during the walk.)

Will there be a problem having infants, elderly guests and guests in wheel-chair on the tours?

Most walks (except Red Clogs Down the Five Foot Way™ that goes to Ann Siang Hill via long ramps or stairs and Of Graves, Guns & Battles™ that is conducted on Fort Canning Hill with several flights of steps) are on level ground and we maintain a comfortable walking pace throughout. 

 

We put in every effort to make the tours as convenient to all as possible. The walking routes are planned to include sheltered stops, if not stops that allow walkers to enjoy a short sit-down while the guide shares with the group. 

 

All guests are urged to be mindful of personal safety while crossing roads, which is hard to avoid while walking around an urbanised city. Guests who rely on wheel-chair to get around may require a considerable level of support embarking on / disembarking from the tour buses used for War Trails by Changi Museum.

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OFFICE: Haw Par Villa Management Office, 262 Pasir Panjang Road, Singapore 118628   |   TEL: (+65) 6325 1631
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