For a unique opportunity to see the inside of a Straits-Chinese residential terrace house built circa 1890s, sign up for a heritage tour of the Baba House located at 157 Neil Road.  This impressive building was once home to descendants of shipping tycoon Wee Bin ... and a hour-long tour of the renovated and elegantly furnished three-story heritage house will give you a magical glimpse into the residence of an affluent Peranakan family.  Tours are by appointment only and are operated by the National University of Singapore (NUS).