Food Places Tours & Trails

Echoes of 1959, Singapore River Tour 2025

by CapitaLand Singapore - CQ @ Clarke Quay
1, 15, 29 May • 03:30pm

Explore Singapore’s rich history, culture, and iconic sights in a 2.5-hour adventure. Enjoy a local dining experience, a guided walk-through Clarke Quay, and a river cruise past the city’s stunning landmarks and transformation.

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Echoes of 1959, Singapore River Tour 2025
Get ready for a comprehensive 2.5-hour adventure through Singapore’s history, culture, and iconic skyline. Perfect for first-time visitors and return travelers, this journey along the Singapore River from Clarke Quay brings a storybook to life on water and land.

The tour includes:
• 30-Minute Local Dining Experience Savour local flavours by the riverside.
• 1-Hour Guided Walk: CQ @ Clarke Quay – Discover stories of early immigrants, warehouse economies, and Singapore’s river trade that fueled its growth.
• 45-Minute River Cruise: Past to Future – Embark on a traditional bumboat cruise, offering stunning views of the city.

The trip will start at Clarke Quay, drifting past Boat Quay, the iconic Colonial District, and the gleaming Central Business District and the Marina Bay area before returning to Clarke Quay.

Step into a living postcard and sail through time on Singapore’s most enriching riverfront adventure!
CapitaLand Singapore - CQ @ Clarke Quay
CQ @ Clarke Quay is a unique conserved landmark with beautiful shophouses as well as restored waterfront godowns comprising of three main zones, The Riverfront, The Warehouses and The Circuit, each with an exciting mix of day-to-night offerings. 




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