PRIVATE Singapore Walking Tour with a Local, Half Day or Full Day

5.0 (54 reviews) Singapore
Duration4h - 6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience the real Singapore in one day on a private walking tour led by a local insider guide. Discover must-see historical and cultural landmarks, along with secret sights that reveal the rhythm of everyday life in Singapore. Free hotel pickup in Central areas.

Options

6 Hours (With Pickup)

Private Tour WITH Pickup: Pickup at Hotels in Central Areas & Ports
Pickup included

2 Hours (WITHOUT Pickup)

Choose from two meeting points: Chinatown MRT station or City Halll MRT station

4 Hours (With Pickup)

Private Tour WITH Pickup: Pickup at Hotels in Central Areas & Ports
Pickup included

3 Hours (With Pickup)

Private Tour With Pickup: Pickup at Hotels in Central Singapore & Ports
Pickup included

What's included

  • A Singapore Private Custom Walking Tour
  • 3, 4 & 6 hour tours - After pick up, we will use public transport to get to the tour starting point.
  • Public transport (MRT/bus)
  • 3, 4 & 6 Hour Tours – Hotel pickup in Central Singapore/Ports.
  • Your Licensed English-speaking Local Guide
  • Goods, services and tax
  • Meals, shopping and other personal expenses
  • Attraction tickets
  • Private transportation
  • 2 hour tour excludes pickup

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    Private Singapore Walking Tour with a Local Guide - Fully Customizable. Discover Singapore your way on a private walking tour designed around your interests. Explore iconic landmarks, cultural neighborhoods, and heritage gems with a knowledgeable local guide who brings the city to life through stories and insider tips.

    Choose from 2, 3, 4, or 6 hour tour options and explore at your own pace.**All tours include free hotel pickup in Central Singapore or at the ports, except for the 2-hour option.

    2 or 3 hours: A quick introduction to Singapore’s highlights and main attractions. 4 hours: Go deeper into Singapore's history and culture at two vibrant districts. 6 hours: Immerse yourself in three districts, seeing a selection of city sights and cultural highlights as your guide shares deeper insights into Singapore's past and present.
  2. National Orchid Garden
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    Discover a spectacular display of orchid hybrids at Singapore’s National Orchid Garden, located within the UNESCO-listed Botanic Gardens. See rare blooms named after world leaders and celebrities. Admission tickets are not included, but your guide will assist you at the ticket counter to purchase them.
  3. Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
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    Visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple in the heart of Chinatown, Singapore, and marvel at its stunning Tang-style architecture. Home to a sacred relic believed to contain the Buddha’s tooth, this temple offers visitors a rich cultural and spiritual experience with ornate halls, intricate carvings, and a rooftop garden.
  4. Merlion Park
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    Singapore’s iconic Merlion statue, a hybrid of a lion half-lion, and fish symbol represents the city’s origins as a fishing village. Enjoy stunning views of Marina Bay, capture panaromic photos, and hear about Singapore's urban transformation over the years.
  5. Haji Lane
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    Explore the vibrant Kampong Glam district, a historic Malay-Muslim quarter in Singapore, and stroll along Haji Lane, famous for its impressive street art and lifestyle offerings. Discover the rich heritage of the area, including the Masjid Sultan Mosque as your local guide provides engaging context to the historical district.
  6. Singapore River
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    See the Singapore River, a historic waterway that has witnessed the city’s evolution from an early port settlement to a global metropolis. Your local guide will point out important landmarks and hidden gems that most tourists miss, while connecting you to Singapore’s iconic skyline, where neoclassical architecture contrasts with ultramodern skyscrapers. You can also enjoy a river boat cruise with your guide (expenses are on your own).
  7. Mount Faber Park
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    Experience breathtaking panoramic views of Singapore’s skyline, harbor, and southern islands from Mount Faber, one of the city’s oldest hilltop parks. Walk along the Henderson Waves, Singapore’s highest pedestrian bridge, famous for its unique undulating design and mesmerizing vistas of the harbour and Southern ridges. After the tour, if you plan to explore Sentosa Island, your guide can show you to the Singapore Cable Car attraction.
  8. Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple
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    Not to be missed is the culturally vibrant Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple in the heart of Little India, Singapore. Admire its colourful gopuram (tower), intricate holy carvings and sculptures while learning about Hindu traditions and customs and the temple’s cultural significance from your local guide. A must-visit for those interested in Singapore's multi-religious heritage and traditional architecture.
  9. St Andrew's Cathedral
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    Visit St. Andrew’s Cathedral, the largest Anglican church in Singapore, located in the heart of the Civic District. Step back in time as your local guide shares stories of life under British rule. Admire its neo-Gothic architecture, elegant spires, and stained-glass windows while learning about the cathedral’s rich history and role in Singapore’s religious and cultural heritage. A must-see for lovers of architecture and history.
  10. Gardens by the Bay
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    Explore Gardens by the Bay, Singapore, featuring the futuristic Supertree Grove and the cooled conservatories of Flower Dome and Cloud Forest. Your local tour guide walks you through lush gardens and points out rare plant species from around the world, and enjoy panoramic views of the Marina Bay skyline. The Gardens by the Bay attraction tickets are on your own expense.
  11. Katong-Joo Chiat
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    Once a 19th-century coconut plantation with seafront views, Katong and Joo Chiat are now famous for their vibrant Peranakan culture, heritage shophouses, and street art. Your local guide will share cultural and historical insights into the traditions and cultures of the Peranakan community.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

City Hall MRT Station Exit B. A photo of the meeting point will be sent after booking confirmation.

Meeting point

A photo of the meeting point will be sent after booking confirmation.

End point

The tour ends in Central Singapore or at an MRT station or taxi stand closest to the end point.

Pickup details

// Type to search for your hotel or cruise terminal. //

Pickup available in Central Singapore. After pick up, your and your guide will use public transport (included) to travel to the starting point.

If your hotel is not listed, please select a central meeting point instead.

This is a private walking tour with public transport. Private transport is not included.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Bring a poncho or umbrella and bottled water to stay hydrated.
  • Bring local currency if you wish to try hawker/street food as vendors normally accept cash only.
  • You may take local taxi or Grab at your own expense.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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