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Historic East

The Historic East Corridor is a special blend of old and new that locals and visitors have come to love and cherish.

Last updated 29 July 2025

A communal cultural tapestry

Weaving Connections in the East

Enhance walking and cycling along historic streets

Render of future enhancements for walking and cycling along Old Airport Road

Upcoming enhancements for walking and cycling along Old Airport Road. Source: LTA.

Build on past efforts to strengthen the sense of place

Support public space creation and placemaking efforts

Photo of flea market at a covered atrium

Placemaking activities in Katong.

We heard you!

Map of key nodes along the Historic East

Siglap - Celebrating the charms of a laid-back east coast node

A former fishing village with a unique origin story

Archival photo of Siglap in the 1980s with coconut trees, kampong houses, and villagers

Siglap in the 1980s. Source: Collection of NMS, NHB

Enhance sense of scale and intimacy

Aerial photograph of Siglap today

Siglap today.

Illustrated conceptual diagram showing improved streetscapes at Siglap and Changi Road

Improved streetscapes at Siglap and Changi Road. Conceptual diagram for illustration purposes only.

Introduce community spaces for gatherings and events

Render of upcoming public space in front of Siglap South Integrated Development

The upcoming public space in Siglap South Integrated Development. Source: SLA in partnership with PA.

Katong - Refreshing a lively activity belt

Remembering the happening Katong Roxy area

Archival photo of the former Roxy Theatre
The former Roxy Theatre. Source: Wong Kwan Collection, courtesy of NAS

Shape new developments to be sensitive to the historic context

Introduce new public spaces and focal points for the community

Render of possible enhancement works for a new pedestrian mall in Katong

Possible enhancement works for a new pedestrian mall in Katong.

Improve street block porosity and active mobility

Conceptual illustration showing new pedestrian mall at Katong-Joo Chiat with space for activities, walking and cycling

New pedestrian mall at Katong-Joo Chiat with space for activities, walking and cycling. Conceptual diagram for illustration purposes only.

Changi Road - Guiding the evolution of an eclectic, fine-grained street

Remembering the gotong royong spirit

Archival photo showing Changi Road in 1983

Changi Road, between Kampong Eunos and Jalan Eunos, 1983. Source: Lee Kip Lin and NLB

Enhance walking and cycling experience over time

Aerial photograph of Changi Road today

Changi Road today.

Ensure developments contribute active, accessible frontages

Render of enhanced streetscape along Changi Road

Possibilities for enhanced streetscape at Changi Road.