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Uncover the Singapore that most tourists never see! Ditch generic, crowded tour groups. This personalized exploration is curated for your group’s unique pace, schedule and passions.
Led by a local food and culture insider, skip overpriced tourist traps and dive straight into the heart of the city’s vibrant heritage and intriguing hidden enclaves. Capture striking Instagram shots in secret hidden alleys to tasting authentic culinary masterpieces that only locals know about, every moment is designed to delight.
Let artists paint a piece of ancient art on you, breathe in the lush, world-class beauty of the UNESCO Botanic Gardens, all while your expert guide unravels fascinating engaging storytelling and deep cultural insights that even few locals know.
Whether you are a foodie craving secret culinary specialties, a history buff eager to walk through time, or a photographer looking for the extraordinary, this immersive adventure guarantees an unforgettable, authentic taste of Singapore
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
• After booking you will be contacted to understand if you have any interests or preferences. Based on your preference, the guide is happy to propose the itinerary for your review and refine it if necessary. Kindly let the guide know when contacted.
• This is a walking tour, no private vehicle is provided. Air conditioned Public transport will be used throughout the tour at your own expense. Your valid credit/debit card is acceptable for transport or you may get a Singapore Tourist Pass.
• If your hotel is outside the downtown pickup area, please contact the Tour operator to arrange the meeting point.
• Kindly specify your pick up location/meeting point, mobile phone and email in your booking.
• Please arrive 15 minutes before the meeting time to meet your guide. Thank you.
Itinerary
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1Merlion Park
Snap iconic photos with Singapore's legendary Merlion statue. Stroll along the breezy waterfront pier, soak in panoramic views of the spectacular Marina Bay Sands skyline and catch the dazzling Spectra light and water show across the bay at night.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Victoria Theatre & Victoria Concert Hall
Admire a beautiful neoclassical architectural masterpiece of world-class performance halls featuring exterior striking white Corinthian columns, elegant arches and an iconic 54m high clock tower that you get to hear the nostalgic chimes of the Big Ben.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Singapore River
Hear how the river was once the bustling lifeline of Singapore and helped build a nation. Visualize early immigrants toiling long hours at Boat Quay along the river banks and shophouses that were formerly warehouses. Photograph colorful conserved shophouses and the historic Landing Site of Raffles who founded Singapore. Cross Singapore's oldest suspension bridge to a piece of colonial history.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Thian Hock Keng Temple
Marvel at a masterpiece of traditional Southern Chinese architecture, constructed entirely without nails. Early Chinese immigrants came to pray for and give thanks to the main deity Mazu for safe voyages in the treacherous seas. Inside the serene, incense-filled courtyards, see elaborate shrines dedicated to Taoist, Buddhist and Confucian deities, including an imperial plaque gifted by a Qing Dynasty emperor.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
Marvel at a magnificent, five-story Tang Dynasty-style temple. Inside, view the sacred relic itself—believed to be a tooth of Buddha—housed inside a massive stupa forged from over 400 kg of solid gold.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Chinatown
Hear and discover the culture & heritage of the early immigrants from South China who came here seeking a better life only to find themselves ended up as laborers and struggling with multiple challenges. Uncover hidden alleys with picturesque famous heritage murals and local delicacies.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
7Little India
Experience a dazzling explosion of sights, sounds and aromas inside one of Singapore's most vibrant cultural enclaves. Wander down bustling streets lined with rainbow colored shophouses and street vendors. Admire stunning statues above the entrance to the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple and watch the traditional rites inside. Take instagram shots of the gorgeous former house of Tan Teng Niah.
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Kampong Glam
Step into a Malay-Arab quarter with 200 years of history. Admire the majestic golden domes of the Sultan Mosque, wander down Bussorah and Arab Street to shop for traditional specialties and stroll down vibrant Haji Lane to photograph colorful street art and browse quirky boutiques.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
9Singapore Botanic Gardens
Take a refreshing stroll and explore a lush UNESCO World Heritage tropical paradise. Hear about the rich heritage and intriguing tales that heritage trees have to tell. Pose for photos and instagrams at the inspiring art installations.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
10Gardens by the Bay
(Guided tour in fee free areas) Stroll the lush gardens and lakes. Marvel at and snap photos of massive, plant-covered Super trees and watch them come alive during "Garden Rhapsody", a spectacular, free nightly light and sound show. Ticketed Option to walk across the elevated OCBC Skyway for unforgettable panoramic views of the Singapore skyline.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Fort Canning Park
Uncover over 700 years of intriguing history, royalty and dramatic stories and conspiracy behind the mystic "Forbidden Hill". Stroll the beautiful 14th-century Javanese royal palace garden, heritage trees and hunt for the mystic ancient calming spring that princesses bath. Get up a 19th-century fortress gate to defend the hill.
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12Maxwell Food Centre
Immerse yourselves in Singapore's legendary UNESCO Hawker Culture and taste world-class street food at a hawker centre. Watch hawkers masterfully prepare iconic and signature local dishes before your eyes.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
13Tekka Centre
Immerse in rich culinary traditions and local culture. Feast on authentic local street food. Wander through the bustling wet market to view exotic spices, fresh seafood, and tropical fruits or browse colorful traditional Indian sarees and souvenirs. Food and drinks expense on your own.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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