PRIVATE
SINGAPORE TOUR
CUTLURE, ART
& ARCHITECTURE
Private Singapore Tour: Culture, Art & Architecture
An Expert-led Welcome Tour
Private 3 Hour Walking Tour - great for first-time and returning travelers.
History, art and architecture
Explore iconic landmarks, diverse architectural styles, and hidden gems that reveal how history and modern design shape the city today.
Experience Old and New Singapore
From the oldest Chinese temple in Telok Ayer to heritage gems in the Civic Disrict, this is a cultural and historical tour not to be missed.
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Tour Overview
Go deeper into the island's history on this immersive Singapore day tour. Travel back to Singapore's early beginnings in the 19th century and hear about its history through art and architecture. See the Civic District, Chinatown, and Marina Bay as well as iconic landmarks like Merlion Park, Fullerton Hotel and Thian Hock Keng Temple. Your Singapore guide also points out important architecture and art, as well as helps you understand the culture of the area and the city's diverse communities. Our Private Singapore Day Tour is great for history lovers and first-time visitors.
What to Expect
The day tour begins at Telok Ayer, a Malay name meaning "bay water", Today, it is one of Chinatown's four sub-districts, alongside Kreta Ayer, Tanjong Pagar and Bukit Pasoh. Visit Thian Hock Kheng Temple, Singapore's oldest Hokkien temple that played a significant role in shaping the live of early immigrants. Discover the art and architecture of the temple and learn about the early communities.
Historically named the 'Belly of the Carp,' which signifies prosperity, the Singapore River meanders through the Civic district, discover more about life under British rule at a key historical landmarks and sculptures along the Singapore River.
Once a symbol of Allied victory, the Fullerton Hotel was once a General Post Office. See secret spots and hear the stories within the neoclassical landmark as your tour guide takes you back in time.
The tour ends at the Former Supreme Court and City Hall buildings, which are collectively restored and transformed into the National Gallery Singapore. Learn the historic highs and lows that took place here and the million dollar restoration efforts that has transformed the pair of buildings to their former glory.
What You Need to Know
Price includes a 3 Hour Private Walking Tour with your English-speaking licensed guide.
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Runs daily; select BOOK NOW to see real-time tour availability.
If the date you want is no longer available on our booking calendar, please contact us at +65 9115 3874 (Whatsapp) in case any slots become available.
- Start Point: Telok Ayer MRT Station – Exit A. Directions to the meeting point will be sent to you upon booking confirmation.
- End Point: City Hall MRT Station
Is the walking tour suitable for everyone?
Yes, this walking tour is recommended for adults and children. While we recommend children 9 years and above for the tour, we’ve hosted younger learners who equally enjoy the tour! Our expert guide and storyteller will skillfully weave tour narratives to suit the group’s dynamics. Whether you are a history enthusiast or first-time visitor, this private walking tour is an great jumping off point for your explorations in Singapore.
Is the walking tour suitable for all fitness levels?
Our walks have some steps and gentle inclines. There will be brief breaks in between the tour to cater to your comfort. Let us know in advance if you have any mobility condition that we should take note of for your safety and comfort.
What should I be aware of regarding the weather and attire?
Light, breathable clothing and comfortable walking shoes are recommended for all tours. Singapore enjoys year-round equatorial climate with average temperature ranging between 25 and 31 degrees Celsius. Brief periods of rain and thunderstorm are expected but they usually pass relatively quickly. In the event of inclement weather, we will wait for the skies to clear before resuming the tour. You are advised to bring along a brolly or poncho in case it rains.
If your choice of date is not shown on our booking calendar, please contact us at +65 9115 3874 (Whatsapp) to check if last minute spots are available.
Hear from Our Travellers
The Best Way to Discover Singapore
-margaret, UK
An excellent tour. As newcomers to Singapore we found Rachel’s in depth knowledge of the history and culture of the island fascinating. So much better that reading from a guide book. We couldn’t have wished for anything better. As a retired couple we have travelled a lot and booked many tours. This one topped the lot! We would highly recommend it. Thanks Rachel.
Excellent Half Day Tour of Singapore - the Old and the New
eastocoasttvlr, USA
This is an excellent tour facilitated by a very knowledgeable guide, Rachel Chen. Rachel packs a lot of information into her little frame and explains different topics clearly backed up by pictures and photographs of both old and new Singapore. I especially liked that the tour was in that part of the city that blends the old and the new and gave me a vision of the origin of the city state and its unique and rapid progress to its current first world status. She has a good command of facts on different topics ranging from art to faith and religion, environment and the greening of the city, architecture and economics. For me this is what makes traveling so educational and interesting. On top of all these, she is also a very charming, personable and caring person.
A Well-Crafted Tour of Historical Singapore
-Terry T, Singapore
Tour guide Rachel has shown much zest in helping us to understand more about historical Singapore. Her energetic delivery of the past behind each place that we went — whether it’s Thian Hock Keng Temple, the Fullerton Building, or National Gallery Singapore — filled us up with little known facts that you may not find in a generalised presentation of the city-state. And she was very confident to answer our questions in respect to these things. Highly recommended if you want a refreshed perspective of familiar and lesser-known places.
Highly Interesting & Relevant to Our Interests in Culture, Visual Arts, Design & Architecture
-penny, Australia
Curious about the Singaporean Art scene, we were looking to increase our knowledge and also seek hints and tips of how to spend our remaking days here. Rachel was most informative and clear in her descriptions of historical facts, with relevant visuals to support each topic. We were enamoured by the content she spoke of and she was happy to answer the MANY question we had that deviated from her initial plan. This was a most enjoyable half day tour and we have loads of links to further sites to visit. We would recommend this to anyone wanting a clear grounding in Singaporean history, culture, art and architecture, it was totally enjoyable.