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Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay: Our most recommended tours and activities

Singapore: Singapore River Cruise

1. Singapore: Singapore River Cruise

Explore Singapore's most important landmarks on this river cruise on a bumboat. Learn about the city's spectacular mix of heritage and modern architecture while passing historic monuments, quays, and bridges. Begin the Singapore river cruise where Sir Stamford Raffles first stepped foot onto Singapore, along the northern banks of the Singapore River. Learn about the contrast between the rich and old-world architecture of the quays and the modern skyscrapers in the central business district. See shophouses along the river banks that have been beautifully restored, which now house chic dining and entertainment spots. Discover the grand bridges of Singapore, such as the Cavenagh Bridge, Clemenceau Bridge, and Anderson Bridge. Learn about the pivotal role that the Singapore River has played in Singapore's progress by visiting the various historical landmarks: the Merlion, Raffles Landing Site, and Esplanade.

Singapore: City Highlights Walking Tour & Singapore River

2. Singapore: City Highlights Walking Tour & Singapore River

Explore the heartbeat of the city on this popular Singapore City Highlights Tour. Let’s take a scenic stroll along the Singapore River, where you get to admire the impressive colonial architecture from our early Independence years. Marvel at the beautiful juxtaposition of old shophouses and shiny new skyscrapers, while our guide captivates you with inspiring stories of the people. Follow that river of life to the Marina Bay area where you will be treated to a panoramic view of the city. This area is home to several must-see icons, including the Singapore Flyer, the durian-shaped Esplanade theatre, and our national symbol – the Merlion. For those who are pressed for time, this City Highlights Tour is the perfect activity to create some wonderful memories in Singapore.

From Harbourfront Port: Private Customizable Singapore Tour

3. From Harbourfront Port: Private Customizable Singapore Tour

Meet your professional, experienced, and English-speaking driver at the arrivals gate of the Harbourfront Centre ferry terminal. Spot them holding a sign with your name on it. Then, sit back, relax, and enjoy the sights as your driver takes you towards the center of Singapore. Explore the city at your own pace. Discover some of the most popular sights in the city such as Garden by the Bays, Merlion Park, Little India, China Town, Marina Bay Sand, and more. Benefit from insights and recommendations from your driver, who has extensive local knowledge of the city. Choose from a variety of tour durations to suit your schedule. Customize the experience and choose what you want to do and see throughout the day.  After your time exploring the city, be returned to the ferry terminal with plenty of time to board your ship.

Singapore: Highlights and Hidden Gems Private Car Tour

4. Singapore: Highlights and Hidden Gems Private Car Tour

Craft your own unique Singapore itinerary with the help of our versatile and informative guides who would suggest the perfect routes and sights based on your interests and pace. Whether you are a First Time Visitor who wish to see the must-see places of the City Highlights or you are a Trail Blazer or Repeated Visitor who wish to cover some Hidden Gems sometimes not even known by locals or you are an Academic Professor or Researcher of local Culture, we got you covered. Learn about local living in Singapore and listen to in-depth commentary on the sites you choose to visit. Your private tour guide with fill your personalized experience and answer all your questions with commentaries on National Heritage, Singaporean Identity, Food Origins, Architecture Significance, Street Arts and Fine Arts, Hipster Pop Culture, Future Thinking, City Panning, Placemaking, Ethnic Quarters, Social Construct, Policy Effect, Race and Religion, Flora and Fauna. Choice of 1 for 4 hour tour, Choice of 2 for 8 hour tour A)Visit our Ethnic Quarters : Chinatown, Little India and Kampong Gelam B)700 years of Singapore History : Fort Canning, Singapore River, Civic District, Independence Square, Marina Bay, Merlion C)Garden City : Botanic Garden, Marina Barrage and Gardens By The Bay D)Arts of Singapore : National Museum, Bras Basah, Muscat Gallery, Kreta Ayer, Esplanade E)Food Tour : Any Area of interest or Cuisine of interest from Heritage to Mod-Sin to Fine Dining F)Singapore Living : Coffeeshop, City Gallery, Up to a Public Housing of SG G)Off the Beaten : Pulau Ubin, Changi, Bedok, Tampines, Geylang Serai H)Village to High Rise : Last Kampong, Housing Gallery, Heartland, Community Spaces I)Race and Religion : Diversity Gallery, Temple, Mosque, Church, Synagogue, Gurdwara, Jain, ZoroAstrian, Baha’I, J)Nightlife : Singapore Cocktail, Beer, Bespoke, Bar, Club

Singapore: Marina Bay Night Tour by Bicycle

5. Singapore: Marina Bay Night Tour by Bicycle

From the Let’s Go shop, get on your bikes (with safety lights of course) and follow your local guide as he navigates the riverfront promenade. We’ll find peace and tranquillity at the Gardens by the Bay. Let the SuperTrees tower over you and learn how the Marina Barrage keeps floods at bay. Feel a high tide coming on? Your caring guide will stop for a toilet dash here! For an adrenalin rush, we cycle towards the Singapore Flyer and the Formula One Pit Building. If we’re lucky, we’ll catch a live music performance just outside the Esplanade. Don’t forget to ask your guide about the floating football pitch too! We’ll ride to a part of the business district where trade first started in Singapore over 200 years ago. Marvel at the lovingly-conserved shop houses, hotels and pier; and maybe join in the revelry taking place after your tour! As we head back to the Let’s Go shop, feel the cool breeze along the Kallang River towards the iconic National Stadium. Along the way, you will see tranquil scenery and some of the costliest waterfront homes in Singapore.

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What people are saying about Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay

Overall rating

4.2 / 5

based on 370 reviews

I always enjoy visiting Singapore and so this was just a nice way to see the downtown area, the Marina Bay Sands Hotel and other icons from a different viewing perspective.

Great little boat trip along the river & marina that explains the buildings & history of this area.

Great cruise. Very informative and relaxing. Did not know most of the history so educational too.

Great experience, good historical background, very organized and on-time.

Absolutely loved our experience. What a wonderful place