Masjid Abdul Gafoor (Abdul Gafoor Mosque)
Masjid Abdul Gafoor in Little India is celebrated for its ornate façade and a sundial above the main entrance inscribed with the names of 25 prophets. Completed in 1907 and restored in the 2000s, it blends Indo-Islamic and European architectural detail and serves the Indian-Muslim community of the Dunlop Street area.
Prayer times today · 12 Sep 2026
Times follow the official MUIS timetable for Singapore, updated daily. Full monthly timetable on the prayer-times tool, or read our guide to waktu solat in Singapore.
Friday prayers (Jumu'ah)
In Singapore, Friday (Jumu'ah) prayers are held around midday. Most mosques run one session; larger mosques offer two. Whether a women's (Muslimah) space is available for Jumu'ah, and the khutbah language, vary by mosque and session — confirm the current details with the mosque or on the MuslimSG app.
Facilities
Qibla direction
From Masjid Abdul Gafoor, the qibla (direction of the Kaaba) is about 293° (WNW). Use the live qibla compass to align precisely on your phone.
Halal food near Masjid Abdul Gafoor
- Bismillah Biryani Restaurant73 mRestaurant · Dunlop Street
- Moghul Sweet Shop240 mRestaurant · Little India
- Tekka Place (Mydin)413 mRestaurant · Little India
- Tipo Pizzeria e Trattoria493 mRestaurant · Bras Basah · Muslim-owned
- Spa by Norfasarie509 mBeauty / Muslimah Spa · Arab Street · Muslim-owned
- Moza Aesthetics509 mHealth & Medical / Skincare · Arab Street · Muslim-owned
Other mosques near Masjid Abdul Gafoor
- Masjid Sultan633 mKampong Glam
- Masjid Bencoolen677 mBencoolen
- Masjid Malabar678 mKampong Glam
- Masjid Angullia694 mLittle India
- Masjid Hajjah Fatimah1.0 kmBeach Road
Your questions, answered
What are the prayer times at Masjid Abdul Gafoor today?
Masjid Abdul Gafoor follows the official MUIS prayer times for Singapore — Subuh, Zohor, Asar, Maghrib and Isyak are shown live on this page each day. For the exact iqamah (congregation) timing, arrive a few minutes early or check with the mosque.
Does Masjid Abdul Gafoor hold Friday (Jumu'ah) prayers?
Yes. Like most Singapore mosques, Masjid Abdul Gafoor holds Friday prayers around midday; larger mosques may run two sessions. Session times, khutbah language and whether a women's (Muslimah) space is available for Jumu'ah vary — confirm with the mosque or on the MuslimSG app.
Where is Masjid Abdul Gafoor and how do I get there?
Masjid Abdul Gafoor is in Little India, Singapore; the nearest MRT is Rochor / Jalan Besar MRT. This page has a live map and one-tap directions.
Is there halal food near Masjid Abdul Gafoor?
Yes — this page lists halal restaurants and Muslim-owned eateries within walking distance of Masjid Abdul Gafoor, each with a halal-confidence score and directions, so you can eat before or after prayers.