We all love digging out the trusty spreadsheet and planning a holiday itinerary, but every so often it’s nice to put the research on ice and leave things to the experts. That’s especially true in , where there’s so much to get your eyes and ears around.
With ripper itineraries and options to suit every type of traveller, these guided tours are the best tried and tested ways to soak up the magic of Singapore.
Bike Tours
Tours on two wheels are a dime a dozen, but and are two of the best if you’re looking for a leisurely pedal around Singapore to spot iconic landmarks.
Our top picks are the for epic views of the city’s twinkling skyline, and the for the chance to pedal your way along the Formula 1 Track and scope all the city’s major sites in one go. These legendary local guides cater to all biking abilities, so don't stress if you're not a natural on two wheels.
Hidden Gem Tours
So you’ve ticked off Sentosa and Marina Bay Sands—what’s next? offers four unique cultural experiences that skip the usual suspects and straight to the city's best-kept secrets. Expect captivating tales of Chinese folklore or dive into some of the city's rapidly disappearing heritage trades.
If you're up for uncovering the darker side of Singapore’s history, join a guided exploration of Chinatown with , or unpack the social issues of Singapore’s red-light district with urban explorer as your guide—the man behind Citizen Adventures.
Food Tours
With over 100 hawker centres calling Singapore home, it’s a no-brainer to leave your dining plans to the experts. Eat like a local with a of the city’s best-kept secrets, sampling drool-worthy street food faves like Hainanese chicken rice and pandan chiffon cake.
For an , eat your way along the Singapore River. These guys give you the chance to dig into all the hawker classics, before sending you off to get loose until the early hours.
takes a slightly different approach, combining street art with serious snacking. They’ll help you work up a solid hunger with a wander through the open-air galleries and back alleys of Little India, with plenty of snack breaks between murals to chow down on some local treats.
Nature Tours
It may be a buzzing city, but Singapore is also home to some of the most incredible flora and fauna—so escape the crowds and unwind outdoors with one of the many wildlife tours kicking around.
Discover a sprawling coastal ecosystem along winding boardwalks in the , or explore old Singapore from the island of —home to a fruit orchard, traditional Kampong (village) houses and plenty of native wildlife.
If you're keen to take a closer look at Pulau Ubin's mangroves, you can jump on a . Your guide can help you spot birdlife like kingfishers, eagles and herons. And if kayaking sounds like a good time, run a stack of fishing experiences in and around the islands.
Cultural Tours
A great way to delve into the creative heart of Singapore is by trawling the art-filled back streets and alleys—the Lion City is absolutely packed with them. This through Chinatown guides you through the art of Singapore local Yip Yew Chong, who paints vibrant, nostalgic stories of growing up locally.
Continue your cultural deep dive with a through one of Singapore’s iconic enclaves—learn each neighbourhood’s unique story on foot through Chinatown, Little India or Kampong Gelam.
Water Tours
The best way to explore Singapore’s historic waterways and discover the city from a fresh angle is by jumping aboard a traditional Bumboat. The departs daily from Clarke Quay Jetty, cruising up and back via the eye-catching Marina Bay.
For a taste of both land and sea, pile onto a —the iconic amphibious bus takes you through the Civic District, before hitting the water to cruise past Marina Bay Sands, Gardens By The Bay, and Esplanade Theatre.
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