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What Is The Singapore River Cruise?
The Singapore River Cruise is a unique way to sightsee Singapore attractions on a traditional bumboat as you cruise along the Singapore River. Not only do you get to bask in the river breeze and soothing lull of the water, you also get to bypass the pesky city traffic along the way. The traditional bumboats add to the history and charm that Singapore River Cruise tries to preserve and promote.
Why Take The Singapore River Cruise?
- Sightsee Singapore: ... in a unique way! Say goodbye to the old-fashioned way of road transport and say hello to the old-fashioned bumboats of Singapore River Cruise! Travel along the Singapore River and spot attractions like the Merlion, ArtScience Museum, Singapore Flyer, and the Esplanade among many other.
- Experience Singapore's Culture: The Singapore River Cruise includes a 40 min English audiovisual tour of all the attractions you'll see along the river and is a great opportunity to learn about Singapore's history and rich culture.
- Save Time To Explore: Since you'll be saving time by seeing multiple attractions on your Singapore River Cruise, you'll have enough time left to visit attractions like Universal Studios, National Museum of Singapore, Madame Tussauds, and Mandai Wildlife Reserve that will take more time to explore.
- Family Day Out: Nothing like enjoying a tour with all your loved ones, right? Singapore River Cruise is safe for all ages so bring them all along.
Your Singapore River Cruise Ticket
Duration: approximately 40 minutes
- Enjoy a relaxing cruise on the Singapore River as you take in iconic landmarks like the Raffles' Landing Site, Fullerton Hotel, Singapore Flyer, Marina Bay Sands, Riverside Point, and Boat Quay.
- Get a tangible sense of history as you travel on traditional bumboats of Singapore, originally used to transport cargo to and from large ships.
- Learn about the city’s history and growth throughout the ages with the 40-minute audiovisual guide as part of your ticket. You'll pick up interesting facts about landmarks like the Parliament House, Asian Civilisations Museum, and the Esplanade during the cruise.
- These tickets are valid for the date and time slot selected at the time of booking and cannot be canceled or rescheduled.
Attractions Spotted On The Singapore River Cruise
Asian Civilisations Museum
This museum, with its displays of heritage and cultural artefacts, showcases the diverse ethnicity of the groups that settled in Singapore years ago. Explore in depth the Asian heritage that modern day Singaporeans proudly carry.
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Singapore Flyer
Asia’s largest observation wheel with an overall height of 541 ft, and is also one of Singapore's most popular tourist attractions. Offering stunning views of the Garden City, the Singapore Flyer is undoubtedly a must-visit when you are here.
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Marina Bay Sands SkyPark
This rooftop deck of the iconic Marina Bay Sands Hotel offers unbeatable birds-eye views of the city and is a must visit during the evenings for dazzling light shows in the Marina Bay. The rooftop restobars and Infinity pool are an added bonus!
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ArtScience Museum
Spread across 5000 sq m, this well known, lotus-shaped museum contains engaging exhibitions and art pieces by Van Gogh, Warhol, Eames, and Dali (amongst many others) that cover 21 gallery spaces and is great for all ages.
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Fullerton Hotel
Built in the Colonial times in 1924, this building has a rich history that includes being an official building for the British, a General Post Office, and is now a sleek 5-star hotel and national landmark that still exudes regal vibes on the waterfront.
Esplanade
Another testament to Singapore's unique architecture, this durian shaped building was built in 2002 and is a center for arts and theater. Having hosted thousands of plays and millions of visitors over the years, it is a sight to behold in the night sky.
Parliament House
This iconic landmark is the center of democracy in Singapore and you'll find that reflected in the stately yet modern architecture of the building. If you're lucky you can even sit in on a Parliamentary proceeding if it coincides with your visit.
Boat Quay
Featuring rows of shophouses that host restaurants and retail outlets on the waterfront and skyscrapers just behind, this tourist spot is a great look into the past and present of Singapore architecture as you dine and indulge in some retail therapy.
Merlion Park
Gaze upon the mythical creature with a lion's head and the body of a fish: the Merlion. The statue is widely used as a mascot and national personification of Singapore. Don't forget to commemorate your Singapore trip with a selfie in front of the Merlion!
Plan Your Singapore River Cruise Experience
Timings
Location
Getting There
Singapore River Cruise timings are as follows:
Monday - Thursday: 1 PM - 10 PM
Friday - Sunday, Public Holidays: 10 AM - 10 PM
Please Note: The bumboats depart every hour and last departure is at 9 PM.
Best time to visit: The best time to take the Singapore River Cruise would be in the evening. This would ensure a cooler climate and great sunset views. Not to mention, Singapore in the nighttime is a treat for the eyes.
Singapore River Cruise Timings
The Singapore River Cruise starting point is at Clarke Quay Jetty. While the bumboats do pass by other jetties in their route, Clarke Quay is where you need to redeem your physical ticket for the Singapore River Cruise journey.
Address: 3 River Valley Rd, Singapore 179024 | Find on Map
Closest Landmark: Clarke Quay
Here are your options for getting to Clarke Quay Jetty:
By MRT: If you are on the Northeast Line MRT, get down at the Clarke Quay station. If you are on the Downtown Line, then get down at Fort Canning station.
By Bus: Hop on any of the following buses that stop at Clarke Quay station: 32, 54, 195, 195A. Alight at Clarke Quay station and walk down to the Clarke Quay Jetty.
By Car/Taxi: Set your location to Clarke Quay or Clarke Quay Central mall. The Clarke Quay Jetty is just a short walk away.
Getting To Singapore River CruiseFrequently Asked Questions About Singapore River Cruise Tickets
What attractions can I see on the Singapore River Cruise?
On the Singapore River Cruise you can see several iconic attractions such as Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Flyer, Asian Civilisations Museum, ArtScience Museum, Fullerton Hotel, and the Esplanade.
What are Singapore River Cruise timings?
The Singapore River Cruise timings are Monday - Thursday: 1 PM - 10 PM, Friday - Sunday and Public Holidays: 10 AM - 10 PM.
Is Singapore River Cruise good for families?
Yes, families will enjoy the 40-minute cruise along the Singapore River as it passes by iconic Singapore attractions.
Is Singapore River Cruise good for couples?
Yes, Singapore River Cruise is a great way for couples to spend holidays like Valentine’s Day in Singapore. A nighttime cruise on the Singapore River with all it's attractions sparkling in the night is a special experience.
Is there an audio guide for Singapore River Cruise?
Yes, the Singapore River Cruise experience includes a 40-minute English audiovisual guide as you are taken past notable Singapore attractions.
What are the Singapore River Cruise ticket options?
The Singapore River Cruise has one ticket option which offers a 40-minute guided tour of the Singapore River.
What is the cancelation policy for Singapore River Cruise?
Once booked, Singapore River Cruise tickets cannot be canceled or rescheduled.