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Conserved shophouses, traditional businesses and contemporary cafés sit alongside street art around Kampong Gelam. The contrast offers several starting points for conversation, from photography to design. A short, focused walk can be paired with one cultural stop, leaving room to talk rather than turning the meeting into a series of photographs.

The Civic District provides a museum-and-gallery context, while Little India has its own commercial and cultural identity. Agree on whether you want an exhibition, a workshop or a relaxed conversation before selecting a listing. Read the actual organiser’s programme for language and admission details; the city guide is an orientation, not a guarantee of a particular event.