Explore Singapore’s Civic District
Begin your journey where modern Singapore was born—surrounded by colonial landmarks that shaped the nation’s early years.
Visit St. Andrew’s Cathedral and Learn the Jackson Plan
Step inside Singapore’s oldest Anglican church and discover how early town planners divided the young colony under the “Jackson Plan.”
Explore the National Gallery’s Historic Buildings
Visit the former City Hall and Supreme Court, explore the old prison cells, and uncover how these grand structures became a modern art museum.
See the Historic Singapore Cricket Club
Pass by one of Asia’s oldest sporting clubs and hear how cricket connected the early British community in Singapore.
Walk Past the Old Parliament House
Glimpse Singapore’s oldest government building and learn some of the unusual laws that govern the island.
See the Statue of Sir Stamford Raffles
Visit the spot where Raffles first set foot in Singapore and hear about the man whose vision shaped the island’s destiny.
Follow the Singapore River from Past to Present
Trace the river’s course through time—from bustling 19th-century trading port to the modern skyline that defines today’s city.
Learn About Historic Boat Quay
Step into the heart of old Singapore’s trade centre, where wooden boats once unloaded goods from around the world.
See the Historic Whampoa Ice House
Pass by the site of Singapore’s first ice manufacturer and learn about merchant Whampoa’s business empire and political influence.
Learn About The Cannery’s Industrial Past
Discover how this riverside warehouse district once thrived on pineapple canning and early manufacturing.
Walk Along Colourful Clarke Quay
Wander through the restored shophouses of Clarke Quay and hear how early merchants helped build Singapore’s fortune.
Cruise the Singapore River by Bumboat
Enjoy a 30-minute bumboat ride from Clarke Quay to Merlion Park and see Singapore’s skyline unfold from the water.
Pass Beneath Singapore’s Historic Bridges
Pass beneath Cavenagh Bridge—the oldest in Singapore—and a series of other bridges as you cruise toward Marina Bay. Enjoy the city views from the water while your guide points out some of Singapore’s best-known landmarks along the way.
Arrive at Merlion Park and Marina Bay
Step off the boat at Merlion Park and enter Singapore’s present-day secton of the tour—perfect for photos at sunset.
Take Photos and Learn the Story of the Merlion
Meet Singapore’s half-lion, half-fish icon and uncover the legend behind its design.
Learn About Marina Bay’s Transformation
Hear how land reclamation turned open sea into Singapore’s gleaming modern business district.
View Marina Barrage from Afar
Look across the bay to the Marina Barrage and learn how it protects the city and stores its water supply.
See the Landmark Marina Bay Sands
Marvel at the skyline-defining hotel and hear about the vision and engineering behind its construction.
Admire the View from The Pinnacle@Duxton
Take in panoramic views from a residential rooftop and learn how Singapore transformed public housing into world-class architecture.
Visit Gan Clan Association and Learn About Clans
Discover how Chinese clans helped new immigrants find work, housing, and community in early Singapore.
Walk Through Colourful Chinatown
Stroll through lively Chinatown streets, filled with history, temples, and restored shophouses.
Eat Chicken Rice at Maxwell Hawker Centre
Dine like a local with a plate of Singapore’s signature Hainanese Chicken Rice and a glass of sugarcane juice.
Experience a Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony
End the evening at a tranquil teahouse for a hands-on introduction to the art of Chinese tea brewing.
