Singapore: Singapore River Cruise

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Explore Singapore's many iconic landmarks on a Singapore river cruise. Discover a spectacular mix of heritage and modern architecture, passing historic monuments, quays, and bridges.

Highlights

  • Bumboat cruise: Explore Singapore's landmarks.
  • Contrast: Old-world quays meet modern skyscrapers.
  • Iconic bridges: Cavenagh, Clemenceau, Anderson.
  • Historical landmarks: Merlion, Raffles Landing, Esplanade.
  • Restored shophouses: Now chic dining spots.

Description

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.

Includes

River cruise (approximately 40-minutes)

Important Information

  • Please be informed that due to National Day Parade (NDP) 2025 rehearsals, Marina Bay will be closed to water traffic from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM on 14, 21, 28 June; 5, 12, 19, 26 July; 2 and 9 August. During this period, cruises will not enter Marina Bay, but will U-turn after the Jubilee Bridge and proceed to Robertson Quay. Cruise duration remains at 40 minutes. . Operating hours for Singapore River Cruise:
  • Monday-Thursday from 1:00pm to 10:00pm (Last departure 10:00pm).
  • Friday-Sunday, and public holidays from 10:00am to 10:30pm (Last departure 10:30pm).
  • Adult is categorized for age 12 years old and above.
  • Child is categorized for age 3-11 years old.
  • Full 40-minute River Cruise Experience.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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