SINGAPORE RIVER CRUISES

Where to Cruise: the 15 Best Singapore River Cruises

17 cruises  ·  from $20 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 singapore river cruises worth the fare, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you board.

Singapore: Singapore River Cruise - Raffles Landing and Singapore’s trading beginnings
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Singapore: Singapore River Cruise

1.Singapore River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,388 reviews · 40 min · from $20Our pick

Review of Singapore’s 40-minute bumboat cruise, with landmark views, practical tips, evening timing, price advice, and honest drawbacks.

“Really fab trip. 5 of us (ages 12 to 48) all enjoyed it, and even the rain/thunderstorm didn't put us off. Would recommend. Good value (£15 each)”

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Singapore River Cruise, Garden Rhapsody & Spectra by CYT - Starting at Merlion Park around golden hour
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Singapore River Cruise, Garden Rhapsody & Spectra by CYT

Private Tour: Nighttime Sightseeing with River Cruise - The Gardens by the Bay light show at 7:45pm
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Private Tour: Nighttime Sightseeing with River Cruise

3.Private Tour: Nighttime Sightseeing with River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 614 reviews · from $149

Review of Singapore’s private night tour with Little India, Gardens by the Bay, SkyPark views, hotel transfers, and a river cruise.

“Loy was very knowledgeable and informative. He ensured we were comfortable at all times, and did an outstanding job of explaining everything we were seeing. We would definitely tour with him again.”

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Fun Vee Night Out Guide Tour with River boat - Seeing Marina Bay from an open-top bus
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Fun Vee Night Out Guide Tour with River boat

4.Fun Vee Night Out Guide Tour with River boat

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 420 reviews · from $64

See Singapore after dark by open-top bus, Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay and river boat for $64.69 in a fast-paced 2.5-hour tour.

“Singapore is such a wonderful place, if you are here for one or two nights - this will be a good tour as it visits some key places within the city and area. Gardens by the bay are a highlight as was the river boat ride - you've got to do these to sRead more”

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Singapore River Cruise and 2 Must-see Water Light Shows - Merlion Park gives you the classic Singapore photograph
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Singapore River Cruise and 2 Must-see Water Light Shows

5.Singapore River Cruise and 2 Must-see Water Light Shows

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 385 reviews · from $48Top rated

See Singapore by river, garden light, and Marina Bay shows on a guided evening tour with hotel pickup and optional hawker dinner.

“Great mox of experiences. Nice cruise in lagoon and in the river at dusk. Light show at Gardens by the Bay great. Water and light show at Sands good, but difficulty seeing it due to crowds in front.”

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Singapore River Cruise and 2 Must-see Water Light Shows - Merlion Park gives you the classic Singapore photograph
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Singapore River Cruise and 2 Must-see Water Light Shows

6.Singapore River Cruise and 2 Must-see Water Light Shows

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 220 reviews · 4 hours · from $53

Singapore night tour with river cruise, Merlion Park, Garden Rhapsody, Spectra, hotel transfers, and optional Lau Pa Sat supper.

“We loved the light show in front of the Marina Bay Hotel, just spectacular. The cruise on the river was very relaxing. Our tour guide Lee was so informative, so helpful, very well organised and very clear with his explanations of any questions asked of him. He made the tour for us and gave us so much information about Singapore. Highlight recommend this tour.”

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Singapore: Twilight Tour with River Cruise and Light Shows - Clarke Quay sets the evening in motion
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Singapore: Twilight Tour with River Cruise and Light Shows

7.Twilight Tour with River Cruise and Light Shows

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 182 reviews · 4 hours · from $55

See Singapore after dark with a river cruise, two light shows, hotel transport, and optional Lau Pa Sat food stop for $55.

“It was a great experience and Tang our guide was outstanding. He shared his knowledge of Singapore, his expertise on where to go, what to do and was extremely helpful in ensuring we knew the best spots to stand or sit at to watch the two outdoor light and water shows. It was an excellent night and I would definitely recommend it to anyone wanting to see what Singapore offers.”

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Singapore River Cruise, Spectra & Garden Rhapsody Light Show - Merlion Park and the classic Singapore photo
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Singapore River Cruise, Spectra & Garden Rhapsody Light Show

8.Singapore River Cruise, Spectra & Garden Rhapsody Light Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 80 reviews · 4 hours · from $53

Review of Singapore’s four-hour river cruise, Merlion stop, Garden Rhapsody, and Spectra tour, including value, walking, timing, and tips.

“This was a fabulous way to see Singapore. It’s our first time on the island and we did this trip on our first day. Jess, our guide was knowledgeable, kind and funny. A great start to our trip that meant we knew what to do the remaining two days. 5 stars.”

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Singapore Twilights with River Cruise & Light Shows - Starting at Clarke Quay and taking the river boat
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Singapore Twilights with River Cruise & Light Shows

Singapore: Sunset River Cruise and Glittering Light Shows - Hotel pickup and the early evening start
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Singapore: Sunset River Cruise and Glittering Light Shows

Singapore: Nighttime City Sightseeing Tour with River Cruise - Starting in Kampong Glam, Little India, and Chinatown
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Singapore: Nighttime City Sightseeing Tour with River Cruise

Private Tour sightseeing Marina Bay Sands+River Cruise(Max6) - Starting above the city at Marina Bay Sands SkyPark
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Private Tour sightseeing Marina Bay Sands+River Cruise(Max6)

14.Private Tour sightseeing Marina Bay Sands+River Cruise(Max6)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · 3h 30m · from $165

Review of Singapore’s private Marina Bay tour with SkyPark views, Gardens by the Bay lights, river cruise, hotel pickup, and local insight.

“Though information in this tour said it was wheelchair accessible, the river cruise wasn’t wheelchair accessible. My main purpose was the river cruise. It was really sad experience. Both guide and driver were really nice and kind.”

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Singapore: Private Nighttime Sightseeing with River Cruise - A 6 PM hotel pickup sets the pace
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Singapore: Private Nighttime Sightseeing with River Cruise

15.Private Nighttime Sightseeing with River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4 reviews · 3 hours · from $193

Review of Singapore’s private night tour with river cruise, SkyPark views, Gardens by the Bay, Little India, hotel pickup, and practical tips.

“Thomas and Loy provided a comfortable ride and a friendly, knowledgeable and engaging tour of Singapore. They were excellent to communicate with. Highly recommend.”

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