Tuas Unveiled: Exploring Singapore's Industrial Frontier

Tuas Unveiled: Exploring Singapore's Industrial Frontier

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Unlock the hidden treasures of Singapore's westernmost frontier, where the bustling industrial landscape of Tuas meets the tranquil horizon of Malaysia. Beyond the facade of factories and manufacturing plants lies a world waiting to be discovered, brimming with unexpected charm and hidden gems. Join us on a journey to uncover the lesser-known wonders of Tuas, where every corner reveals a story, every vista offers a glimpse into the extraordinary. Venture with us into this intriguing enclave, where industrial prowess meets hidden allure, promising a day of exploration like no other.
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Most Singaporeans only know of Tuas as just an industrial area, but have never decided to really explore the area. Today, we'll do just that, and bring you around!

Getting There...

We're lumping the 4 stations in Tuas together as they're in very close proximity to each other so feel free to kickstart your journey from any of these stations below!

Tuas Link MRT Station (EW33)
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Tuas West Road MRT Station (EW32)
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Tuas Crescent MRT Station (EW31)
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Gul Circle MRT Station (EW30)
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Things to do in Tuas

This area is definitely not for the fainthearted! You'll want to at least have a bike or car to tour the area.

If you're looking to rent a bike, your best option is to look for them in the Joo Koon area, and cycle into Tuas. It's not easy to find any rental bikes in the Tuas area even though it shows up in the map! You'll likely find it chained to some factory or not even there at all...

Tuas Lamp Post 1
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Definitely not for the fainthearted! We cycled on the road for about a good 3 hours back and forth to get here and back to the MRT! Google Maps definitely did us dirty by saying it was only a 30min ride...
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Raffles Marina Lighthouse
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The best time to come would definitely be on a weekday where this place would highly likely be empty! We came on a Sunday evening and needless to say, it was crowded…
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Former Tuas TV World Site
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Unfortunately, this place has been set to be demolished this year. When we visited it recently, we could only catch a glimpse from the gate as the construction works have already begun in the area, and its fenced up with barbed wires around its perimeter… :(
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Pitstops to Grab a Bite!

Xiang Lai Claypot Herbal Bak Kut Teh
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Featured in the Straits Times and also in Singapores Top 100 Excellence Awards, this very affordable Malaysian style bak kut teh place should be on everyone’s list if you’re here in the Tuas area!
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Greenhouse Bistro
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If you’re big on oysters, then you’ll be glad you chanced upon this guide! For every main you order at this bistro, you get to order a Japanese oyster for $1! 😋 And after a hot sunny day of exploration, their waffles and ice cream is great for a big refresh!
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iEat Canteen
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The duck rice and kway chap here has been recommended by various sources, but unfortunately, we had our fill for the day and was busy cycling out to lamp post 1, and didn’t get to pop by this spot…
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Stopping for the Night?

Here are some recommendations for each budget:

Luxury Haven (> S$200/night): Where Opulence Meets Serenity

Genting Hotel Jurong
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Citadines Connect Rochester Singapore
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The Clan Hotel Singapore
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Chic Comforts (S$100-200/night): Elevated Stay without the Extravagance

ibis budget Singapore West Coast
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One Farrer Hotel
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Budget Bliss (< S$100/night): Affordable Gems for a Cozy Getaway

ST Signature Chinatown
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Broadway Hotel
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BEAT. Capsule Hostel @ Boat Quay
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Follow along on our journeys for more exciting places to check out in Singapore!

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