Home isn't always where you live. Sometimes, it's the cafe that remembers your coffee order, the park where life slows down, or the neighbourhood you've wandered through countless times.
Home isn’t always a front door or a postcode. Sometimes, it’s the place that quietly becomes part of your routine. The cafe where the barista knows your order. The neighbourhood you’ve walked through so many times it feels like second nature. The park you visit whenever life gets a little too loud. Singapore may be constantly reinventing itself, but there are still places that stay with us through different chapters of life. We asked five founders and entrepreneurs to share the spots that make the Little Red Dot feel like home.
Entrepreneurs share the places in Singapore that feel most like home
1. ArtScience Museum
“The first time I visited Singapore, we went to the ArtScience Museum. I sat alone among the waterlilies and thought, ‘Do I actually want to stay here?’ I did. Years later, I keep coming back to the same place. In 2017, it was just the two of us. In 2022 we were three, with our son discovering it for the first time. In 2025 we came as four. The museum looks just as beautiful each time. Marina Bay never gets old. And somehow there’s always something new to find inside – which means there’s always a reason to return and explore. Some places mark time without you realising it. ArtScience Museum has quietly become a family album.”
– Natalia Moskaleva, creative producer, founder of Attitude Design Consulting
2. Telok Ayer
“One place that always makes Singapore feel like home to me is Telok Ayer. Nestled in the CBD, it’s where colourful murals, heritage shophouses, hidden temples, and modern cafes come together in a way that feels uniquely Singaporean. I first discovered it while working nearby, and it quickly became my favourite place for coffee runs and after-work walks. In fact, the neighbourhood inspired many of our jumpsuits – the bold colours, vibrant energy, and blend of old and new. Like Telok Ayer, they’re colourful, chic, and effortlessly comfortable, designed to make you feel at home wherever the day takes you.”
– Kriti Saj, founder of Nimbu
3. East Coast Park
“East Coast Park makes Singapore feel like home to me. Whenever life feels busy or overwhelming, being by the sea reminds me to slow down. I love that you’ll find cyclists, families, aunties exercising, friends having barbecues and people simply watching the waves. As someone who has lived in different countries, I think home isn’t a particular building but the feeling of belonging to a place and its rhythms. East Coast gives me that feeling of breathing space and reminds me why I enjoy living in Singapore.”
– Sophie Leung, founder of The Core Humanity Co
“I grew up in the East, and East Coast Park, together with East Coast Lagoon Food Village, has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. These days I run Yings Creative Lab, my web design agency, remotely, so I spend less time in Singapore. But East Coast Park is a place I find myself back at each time I’m home. It’s where I go for a sea breeze run, followed by the comforting hawker food I can’t get anywhere else: satay, grilled stingray, BBQ chicken wings, eaten by the waterfront. That’s what makes Singapore truly my island home.”
– Tan Ying Hui, founder of Yings Creative Lab
4. The Social Space at Potong Pasir
“One place that instantly makes Singapore feel like home to me is The Social Space at Potong Pasir. I first discovered it through work, but it quickly became one of those places I keep coming back to. The coffee is great, it’s pet-friendly, and there’s always a sense of warmth the moment you walk in. What I love most is the team. They’re genuinely friendly, remember people by name, and make everyone feel welcome.
In a city that’s constantly moving, The Social Space feels like a little reminder of what community looks like. I’ve had meetings there, worked from a corner table, caught up with friends, and simply enjoyed slowing down for a moment. It represents home to me because it’s built around connection, kindness, and people looking out for one another, values that I think are uniquely Singaporean.”
– Adelphia Lim, founder of For The Love of Socials
In a city that’s always moving, these places remind us that home isn’t defined by four walls. Sometimes, it’s simply where you feel like you belong.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are some of the best places in Singapore that feel like home?
Some of the places featured include the ArtScience Museum, Telok Ayer, East Coast Park, East Coast Lagoon Food Village, and The Social Space at Potong Pasir. Each offers a unique sense of comfort, community and familiarity.
Why does East Coast Park feel like home to so many Singaporeans?
East Coast Park offers a slower pace of life, scenic sea views and space for everyday rituals, from jogging and cycling to family barbecues and enjoying local hawker food by the waterfront.
What makes Telok Ayer one of Singapore's most charming neighbourhoods?
Telok Ayer blends colourful murals, heritage shophouses, hidden temples and modern cafés, creating a vibrant neighbourhood where Singapore's old and new come together.
Why is the ArtScience Museum a meaningful place to visit in Singapore?
Beyond its iconic architecture and ever-changing exhibitions, the ArtScience Museum becomes a place where memories are made, with many visitors returning through different stages of life.
Where can you find community-focused cafes in Singapore?
The Social Space at Potong Pasir is highlighted as a welcoming cafe known for its friendly team, pet-friendly atmosphere and strong sense of community, making it a comforting spot to work, meet friends or unwind.
