Singapore: Colonial Splendour Walking Tour with Lunch

This walking tour explores Singapore’s colonial-era Civic District and Old European Town, ideal for history enthusiasts interested in British colonial heritage.

Highlights

• Step back to when Singapore was a British Colony
• Explore colonial-era Old European Town and Civic District
• Enjoy a 3-course lunch by the Singapore River at Boat Quay
• Visit restored Georgian, Victorian, and neo-classical heritage buildings
• Hear detailed stories of Singapore’s colonial history and legacy

Description

Travel back over 200 years to the time of Sir Stamford Raffles and the British East India Company. Learn how the founding of the British trading post in 1819, the Straits Settlements in 1826, and Singapore’s development as a British crown colony influenced the city’s history.

Walk through the Old European Town and Civic District, encountering well-preserved Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian, and neo-classical buildings. These carefully restored structures highlight the architectural styles and legacy of colonial Singapore.

Your guide will explain the impact of British town planning, legal systems, education, and infrastructure, which shaped modern Singapore. Stories and insights will bring to life the people and events that defined this period.

Midway through the tour, take a break for a 3-course lunch at a riverside restaurant at Boat Quay, overlooking the Singapore River, before continuing the exploration.

Includes

• Licensed tour guide
• Lunch at a riverside restaurant
• Disposable poncho in case of rain

Excludes

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Gratuities

Important Information

• This walking tour covers approximately 2.5 km.
• Wear comfortable shoes and bring water for the walk.
• The tour operates rain or shine; bring an umbrella for varying weather conditions.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.