Singapore City GUIDE: TOUR ITINERARIES

Deciding where to go and what to see in Singapore can seem like a difficult task for first-time visitors. To help you decide what to do our your Private Customised Singapore tours we have put together an overview of our neighbourhood explorations. Each exploration is flexible and will be tailored to your specific interests and your length of tour. When booking simply let us know what interests you the most.

Wondering where to stay in Singapore? Have a look at our hotel guide.

Civic District and Marina Bay | Chinatown | Little India | Kampong Glam and Arab Street | Tiong Bahru |

 

CIVIC DISTRICT AND MARINA BAY

Great in the day but brilliant at night when the city comes alive. Experience the light shows at 8 pm and 9 pm. Allow 2 hours for an overview and 4 hours for an in-depth exploration.

 

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  • Admire the historical colonial buildings and learn about the founding of Singapore by Sir Stamford Raffles.

  • Meet the famous Singapore Merlion and find out the legend behind the half lion, half fish mascot.

  • Enjoy a Singapore Sling at Raffles, Singapore’s most famous hotel.

  • Marvel at the view from our secret lookout point on the roof of one of the old buildings and learn about the development and building of the city.

  • Add on a Singapore River cruise to explore the city on a bumboat.

Please note that we can not guarantee visits to the interiors of Singapore’s historic buildings. Some are closed to the public and some are open but only at specific times. We discuss the history and architecture from the outside of the building. If a building is accessible on the day of your tour we can also have a walk through but we are unable to give full in depth tours of the interiors. Should an interior visit of a specific building be very important to you, please tell us in advance so we can make appropriate plans for you.

 
 

CHINATOWN

One of the best districts for exploring local food. Visit the cheapest Michelin starred restaurant in the world! Allow 1.5 hours for an overview and 4 hours for an in-depth exploration.

 

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  • Follow the journey of the early Chinese immigrants to Singapore. First visit the Thian Hock Keng Temple where thanks were given to the God of the Sea for a safe arrival. Learn about Taoism and fortune telling.

  • Explore the back streets and Ann Siang Hill and learn about Clan Associations and Traditional Chinese Medicine.

  • Visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and learn about Buddhism.

  • Feast on Chinese delicacies at the Chinatown Hawker Centre and shop till you drop at the souvenir markets.

  • See the site of long-gone opium dens, coolie accommodation and death houses.

  • Visit the Singapore City Gallery for an insightful discussion about Singapore's dramatic transformation and its future plans. Interactive and immersive exhibits bring Singapore's planning challenges and innovative solutions to life.

  • Retreat to a beautiful tea house for a traditional tea tasting experience. You will learn the art of the tea ceremony and try the Imperial tea that Queen Elizabeth II was served in the very same tea house (US$10 supplement per person)

 
 

LITTLE INDIA

Equally good to explore during the day and evening. Allow 1 to 2 hours for an in-depth exploration.

 

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  • Explore the colourful gold, spice and fabric markets of Singapore’s most vibrant district.

  • Learn about the early town planning and how Singapore’s ethnic districts, including Little India, came about.

  • Enjoy a selection of popular Indian foods from savoury snacks to sweet treats.

  • Visit the breathtaking Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple and learn about Hinduism and its mystical beliefs.

 
 

KAMPONG GLAM AND ARAB STREET

Equally good to explore during the day and evening. Allow 1 hour for an overview and 2.5 hours for an in-depth exploration.

 

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  • Visit the former home of the Malay royalty and learn about how they sold Singapore to the British.

  • See the impressive Sultan’s Mosque and discover the five pillars of Islam.

  • Explore authentic shops specialising in Arabian trades and the super trendy Haji Lane.

  • Uncover Singapore’s past as a starting hub for Muslims making the pilgrimage to Mecca.

 
 

TIONG BAHRU

Come hungry as Tiong Bahru is renowned for its super clean old school Hawker Centre. Allow 1 to 2 hours to explore this trendy neighbourhood.

 

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  • Named as one of the worlds coolest neighbourhoods by Vogue, Tiong Bahru’s charming art deco buildings are one of Singapore’s oldest housing estates.

  • Learn about the design and development of this heritage listed area.

  • Chow down at the Tiong Bahru Hawker Centre, one of the most famous in Singapore due to its concentration of ‘legend’ stalls, many in operation since the 1950s.