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Singapore River Tours

Flowing through the city’s dense Central Business District, the Singapore River is closely tied to  Singapore’s history and modern day-to-day life. It was on the north bank of the river where Stamford Raffles first landed to found his colony, and many government buildings still line its shores. Many of the city’s top nightlife hot spots are also situated along the river, including Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, and Robertson Quay. 

The Basics
Whether cruising its waters or sitting along the river banks, viewing the Singapore River is a quintessential experience while in the city. Night owls will want to make their way here for the party scenes along the riverfront, but it’s also possible to take in Singapore’s historic architecture and bridges aboard a Singapore River cruise or on a city sightseeing tour that also stops at other popular attractions like Merlion Park, Kampong Glam, and Chinatown.

Things to Know Before You Go
  • Check out the river’s nightlife zone for a lively party scene.
  • Don’t forget your camera and comfortable walking shoes; there’s a lot to see near the river’s banks.
  • See the river aboard the hop-on hop-off bus, with stops at points of interest like Orchard Road, Gardens by the Bay, and Chinatown.

How to Get There
The Singapore riverside is most easily accessed via the Raffles Place or Clarke Quay MRT stations. Walk along the shores to get from point to point, or take a boat ride. 

When to Get There
As temperatures in Singapore can get quite hot during the day, the best time to explore the river is in the early morning (for walking or jogging) or in the evening. Things really come alive after sundown, when bars and restaurants buzz with a mix of locals and tourists. Head to the Marina Bay Sands at the mouth of the river in the evening for the free Spectra light and water show on the bay.

Views of the River from Above
Seeing the Singapore River from a bird’s-eye view is another popular way to experience it. Two of the best views are found at the river’s mouth: while riding the Singapore Flyer Ferris wheel and from the observation deck at Marina Bay Sands Skypark. A great view of the river is also found at Singapore’s highest observation platform, the 1-Altitude Viewing Gallery, rising 925 feet (282 meters) above the city.

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Singapore's Chinatown Trishaw Night Tour with Transfer

4.5 star rating: Recommended 1068 Reviews

Explore Singapore’s Chinatown district from every perspective on this enjoyable 4-hour evening trishaw, riverboat and walking tour. Witness the nighttime ...  Read more

Location: Singapore, Singapore
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

From USD $74.80
Half-Day Best of Singapore Cycling Tour, Singapore, Cultural Tours
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Half-Day Best of Singapore Cycling Tour

5 star rating: Highly Recommended 5 Reviews

This 3-hour cycling adventure introduces Singapore's past and present on a comfortable bike route through the city. Your bicycling guide introduces the history ...  Read more

Location: Singapore, Singapore
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

From USD $87.26
Private Full-Day Tour of Singapore with River Cruise, Singapore, Bike & Mountain Bike Tours
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Private Full-Day Tour of Singapore with River Cruise

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This private full day tour will start with a leisurely Singapore River cruise where you will hear stories about Singapore's past come alive and view the ...  Read more

Location: Singapore, Singapore
Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

From USD $243.48
Singapore Hop-On Hop-Off Night Tour, Singapore, Day Trips
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Singapore Hop-On Hop-Off Night Tour

4 star rating: Recommended 14 Reviews

Savor local food, explore a street market and stroll through serene gardens in Singapore with this hop-on hop-off bus tour by night! Your 3-hour guided ...  Read more

Location: Singapore, Singapore
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

From USD $33.50
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Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

From USD $535.66
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Discover Singapore by getting to know its Civic District and beyond! This half day tour will start at Raffles Landing Site. We will take a leisurely stroll ...  Read more

Location: Singapore, Singapore
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

From USD $204.52
The Stories and Histories Across the Singapore River, Singapore, Half-day Tours
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The Stories and Histories Across the Singapore River

Embark on a journey along a small river with great historical significance. The Singapore River has been a lifeline for Singaporeans since ancient times, ...  Read more

Location: Singapore, Singapore
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

From USD $86.48
Singapore Half Day Private Tour, Singapore, City Tours
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Singapore Half Day Private Tour

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Location: Singapore, Singapore
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

From USD $360.74
Private Group Half-Day Singapore Discovery Tour, Singapore, Private Sightseeing Tours
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Private Group Half-Day Singapore Discovery Tour

This half-day tour is perfect for those looking to do a lot in a short amount of time. In just 4-hours, enjoy visits to the Singapore Botanic Gardens, ...  Read more

Location: Singapore, Singapore
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

From USD $545.40
Singapore Private Night Tour with River Cruise, Singapore, Private Sightseeing Tours
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Singapore Private Night Tour with River Cruise

Skip the line to go private with a guide and vehicle. Enjoy this 3.5 hour city night tour with  a leisurely cruise along the Singapore River.. You can expect ...  Read more

Location: Singapore, Singapore
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

From USD $497.09

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