Sightseeing Cruises

Singapore River Sightseeing Cruise

Name: Singapore River Sightseeing Cruise
Start: 2026-03-28T13:00:00
End: 2026-03-28T21:00:00
Location: Singapore

Traditional boats docked along the Singapore River with city buildings in the background.

Sightseeing boat docked at Clarke Quay, Singapore River, with a person preparing for a tour.

Boat on Singapore River with city skyline and Singapore Flyer in the background.

Elgin Bridge over Singapore River with cruise boat and city skyline.

Duration

40 min - 2 hr

Open today

Experience Singapore from the water with a 40-minute ride in a traditional bumboat—an unforgettable and unique way to explore Lion City.

4.6/5

(2,572)

Karuna

Jan 2026

Verified booking

It was a perfect day to cruise as the weather was beautiful, the buildings were adorned with laser lights. Marina Bay view was breathtaking. I also want to take a moment to thank the staff of river cruise centre at clarke quay for smooth sailing and guiding tourists to enter and exit in an orderly way. There was no wait time and we all enjoyed the evening.

Mai

Oct 2025

Verified booking

A must-do in Singapore! The cruise offered beautiful photo opportunities along Boat Quay and the Merlion. I learned a lot about the city’s history from the audio guide. Everything was well-organized, and the boat staff were friendly. It’s a short trip but absolutely worth it

Mark

Dec 2025

Verified booking

Such a great way to see Singapore by night and learn more about its fascinating history. We were lucky enough to be on the water when the light show at the Bay started so had an amazing view.

Carol

Dec 2025

Verified booking

Sitting in the open air staff member kindly offered us umbrellas to shade from the sun. Good friendly staff. Good commentary and pleasant trip.

Parada

Dec 2025

Verified booking

Enjoy cruising and understanding the history of Singapore, spectacular view duringvthe night. Good que and traffic management for tourists.

Marieta

Dec 2025

Verified booking

Evening trip with beautiful lights all around. No waiting time, quick reach out to the traditional heritage bamboat. We love it.

Cruise along the Singapore River on a traditional bumboat and enjoy skyline views.

See landmarks like Marina Bay, Clarke Quay, and Boat Quay in just 40 minutes.

Enjoy onboard English commentary that gives you quick, easy context.

Choose combo options that include Gardens by the Bay or a chilli crab dining experience.

Benefit from flexible tickets, frequent departures, and easy boarding at Clarke Quay.

40-minute sightseeing cruise

Traditional heritage-style bumboat

Pre-recorded English commentary onboard

Boarding from Clarke Quay Jetty

40 passengers on the boat

Admission to Gardens by the Bay (as per option selected)

Entry to Flower Dome (as per option selected)

Jurassic World: The Exhibition at Cloud Forest (as per option selected)

Chili Crab and Seafood experience (as per option selected)

TOTAL DURATION40 minutes
FREQUENCYBoats run daily and depart every 15–30 minutes.
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
1 Boarding point
Clark Quay
Get direction
Sights covered
ArtScience Museum
Marina Bay Sands
Esplanade
Merlion Park
Fullerton Hotel
Parliament House
Raffles Landing Site
Asian Civilisations Museum

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Fabrice
Mar 2026
Verified booking
Very nice cruise! I would improve the audio description of all the monuments, which we cannot hear at all when we sit outside. We could at least get an audio guide
Emily
Mar 2026
Verified booking
Such a beautiful experience, really enjoyed going just after sunset and seeing the lights and the bustling nightlife!
Wendy
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Booking was straight forward, not been on the trip as yet but so far so good, we booked up our trips in advance.
Bruce
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Booking was very easy with great comms all at a very competitive price. Thanks
Sanjeev
Feb 2026
Verified booking
It was a nice pleasant crusie and very informative about history of Singapore

See Singapore’s iconic riverside landmarks in a short, relaxed cruise that fits easily into your day.

Getting started

Head to Clarke Quay Jetty and present your ticket before boarding. There’s no fixed time slot, so you can arrive at your convenience within validity. Boats run every 15–30 minutes. A quick check-in is required before boarding.

What to expect

Singapore River Sightseeing Cruise: This 40-minute cruise takes you through Singapore’s historic river and into Marina Bay, offering a mix of old quays and modern skyline views.

Riverside landmarks: Glide past Clarke Quay, Boat Quay, and Marina Bay, with clear views of key city highlights along the waterfront.

Traditional bumboat ride: Ride in a heritage-style bumboat designed for sightseeing, with open views and a steady, comfortable pace.

Onboard commentary: Listen to pre-recorded English commentary that shares quick insights about the sights along the route.

Upgrades

Upgrade to include Gardens by the Bay with entry to Flower Dome and Jurassic World at Cloud Forest, or add a seafood dining experience with Singapore’s signature chilli crab at Clarke Quay.

Marina Bay Sands SkyPark Observation Deck

Monday	11:00am - 9:00pm	last entry 8:30pm
Tuesday	11:00am - 9:00pm	last entry 8:30pm
Wednesday	11:00am - 9:00pm	last entry 8:30pm
Thursday	11:00am - 9:00pm	last entry 8:30pm
Friday	11:00am - 9:00pm	last entry 8:30pm
Saturday	11:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday	11:00am - 9:00pm

Singapore Flyer

Monday	10:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 9:30pm
Tuesday	10:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 9:30pm
Wednesday	10:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 9:30pm
Thursday	10:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 9:30pm
Friday	10:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 9:30pm
Saturday	10:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 9:30pm
Sunday	10:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 9:30pm

What’s not allowed:

Outside food and beverages are not allowed.

Pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Smoking on board is strictly not allowed.

Re-entry after getting off the boat is not permitted.

Accessibility:

Wheelchair and stroller access is not guaranteed on all boats.

Service animals are allowed onboard.

Additional information:

Meeting point: Clarke Quay Jetty.

Dine-in available only from 5pm to 7pm.

You can use this ticket anytime within 3 months from the date of purchase.

Boarding is on a first-come, first-served basis, no fixed slot.

Marina Bay may be closed from 5:30pm to 9:00pm on select Saturdays and National Day.

In case of bad weather, departure may be delayed or postponed.

Singapore River Cruise: The route starts at Clarke Quay and continues through Boat Quay, Parliament House, Raffles Landing Site, the Asian Civilisations Museum, Fullerton Hotel, Merlion Park, Marina Bay Sands, ArtScience Museum, and the Esplanade, before looping back to Clarke Quay.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.