Parking in Chinatown
Tight, older streets with a few HDB and mall carparks that clear up after the lunch crowd.
Lot counts and rates shift through the day, so open the live map to see which carparks near Chinatown have space right now before you drive over.
Carparks near Chinatown
| Carpark | Operator | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Temple St | URA | 30 m |
| Backlane (Temple St - Pagoda St) | URA | 35 m |
| Mosque St | URA | 95 m |
| Backlane (Temple St - Smith St) | URA | 116 m |
| Backlane (Smith St) | URA | 129 m |
| Blk 335 Kreta Ayer (Lub) | HDB | 144 m |
| Backlane (Upp Cross St - Mosque St) | URA | 155 m |
| Blk 335 Kreta Ayer Mscp | HDB | 169 m |
| Backlane (Mohd Ali Lan E - Ann Siang Hill) | URA | 196 m |
| Banda St - Sago Lane O Ff St | URA | 210 m |
Distances are straight-line estimates from the centre of Chinatown. Open the map for live availability and current rates before you set off.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I park in Chinatown?
Chinatown has several carparks within a short walk of each other. The list on this page shows the closest ones to the centre of Chinatown, with the operator and rough distance for each. Tap any name to see its details, or open the live map to check which ones still have lots.
Is there cheap parking in Chinatown?
Usually yes, if you look one block back from the main draw. HDB and older public carparks tend to charge less per hour than the mall carparks right on top of the crowds. Compare a couple of the options below before you commit.
Can I see live carpark availability in Chinatown?
Yes. Open the map and it shows live lot counts for the carparks around Chinatown where the operator publishes them, so you can head straight to one with space instead of circling.
When is parking hardest to find in Chinatown?
Weekends and evenings are the tight windows for most of Chinatown, when the malls and eateries fill up. If you can, arrive early or pick a carpark a little further out and walk the last few minutes.