Top 15 Singapore River Cruises

1.Singapore River Cruise

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

Board an electric bumboat at Clarke Quay for a 40-minute cruise past Raffles Landing, Cavenagh Bridge, the Merlion, Esplanade, Marina Bay, and restored shophouses. Recorded commentary explains Singapore’s past and present. Choose evening for cooler air, city lights, and a chance to see the Marina Bay Sands show.

“Great! review of Singapore history & geography & architecture & culture ... while riding along the great Singapore River! highly recommended!”

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2.Singapore River Cruise, Garden Rhapsody & Spectra by CYT

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 683 reviews · 4 hours · from $55

Spend four hours seeing Singapore after dark with a local guide such as Jingle, Simson, Francis, or William. Visit Merlion Park, cruise from Clarke Quay, watch Garden Rhapsody at Supertree Grove, and finish with Spectra at Marina Bay Sands. Hotel pickup is optional.

“William was very cqptivating, precise and interesting as well as. friendly with us, it was a beautiful visite, thanks you for being so professional 💕 Family 6 😉”

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3.Private Tour: Nighttime Sightseeing with River Cruise

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

See Singapore after dark with a private guide such as Alex, Wong, Loy, or Michael. The 3.5-hour tour combines Little India, the Gardens by the Bay light show, Marina Bay Sands SkyPark, Clarke Quay, and a Singapore River cruise, with hotel pickup and drop-off.

“The excellent tour guide stayed with us and the driver dropped us off and picked us up at great locations for the different activities. While we went from one location to another, the guide told us lots of facts about where we were going as well as facts about the country and city. The guide helped us get to great locations for the light show in the Gardens by the Bay. He especially helped me get up and down elevators since I use a walker. He kept close tabs on the six of us and didn’t hurry us as we watched a water show from the observation deck of the…”

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4.Fun Vee Night Out Guide Tour with River boat

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

See Singapore after dark from an open-top double-decker bus, with English commentary, Gardens by the Bay’s Rhapsody show, Marina Bay lights and a river cruise from Clarke Quay. Guides may include Kelly or Edna, though staff and tour order can vary.

“Not worth it. I would purchase a boat cruise ticket from Clarke quay stands next time. We were picked up ay 6:00pm and then had to wait until around 7:00pm to leave. The tour guide didn't want to go to Haji Lane so took out her camera and filmed asking us if it was okay to change location to drive through China Town instead. We were then taken to Gardens by the bay but were not allowed to go anywhere other than the light show. The whole tour was rushed and disorganised. After the light show the bus drove through China Town onto Clarke Quay to catch the boat. The…”

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

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

Start with a 35-minute Singapore River cruise, then walk through Merlion Park and watch Garden Rhapsody and Marina Bay Sands Spectra. A licensed guide such as Jessica, Tang, Colin, or Kavin handles the timing, transfers, and city stories. Expect 2 to 3 km of walking and crowded public viewing areas.

“We enjoyed the Singapore River Cruise. Earlier in the day we saw the sights of Singapore on a bike ride. It was nice to see the same sights via the river. Got an up close view of the Gardens By The Bay. truly a magical experience. The light show on the marina was just okay but still worth seeing. Warning: don't get to close you definitely get wet :)”

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6.Singapore River Cruise, Night Garden Rhapsody & Spectra by CYT

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 264 reviews · from $60

Spend about four hours seeing Singapore after dark, with Merlion Park, Clarke Quay, a 30-minute bumboat cruise, Garden Rhapsody, and Spectra. Guides such as Jingle, Jin, and Simson are praised for clear timing and lively local insight. Hotel pickup is available in central Singapore.

“Our tour guide was Jin. He did an excellent job, he gave us great history about Singapore and also current information about the economy and what it’s like to live in the city today. My only suggestion for the tour would be to skip the stop at Merlion Park. It’s just a 20 minute get off the bus, walk to the statue and take a picture, and come right back. The reality is you get much better pictures of the statue from the boat on the river. Seemed redundant to make the stop, and have to maneuver around all the people for one picture. Jin did a great job of…”

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

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

Spend four hours seeing Singapore after dark with a river cruise, Merlion Park, Garden Rhapsody, and Spectra. Small groups, hotel pickup, and guides such as Tang, Lee, Nelson, and Jag keep the evening organized. Choose a Lau Pa Sat drop-off for supper or return to your hotel.

“My guests are from China. Although this is an English speaking tour, the guide did add in translation in Chines for them A good trip. They thoroughly enjoy. Compliments to the guide Collin”

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8.Twilight Tour with River Cruise and Light Shows

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

Spend four evening hours seeing Singapore by boat, minivan, and on foot. Your guide leads you from Clarke Quay to Merlion Park, Gardens by the Bay, and Marina Bay Sands, with time for two light shows. Guides such as Tang, Colin, Joyce, and Calvin are known for clear explanations and good humor.

“Our Singapore tour guide Tang was very enthusiastic, had a very good sense of humor, very open to questions and excited to share information about the city. We learned a lot about the culture, history, food, different types of local plants and trees and much more we would not have known exploring the city on our own.”

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9.River Wonders Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 173 reviews · 1 day · from $35

Spend a day at River Wonders, Singapore’s river-themed wildlife park, with access to the Giant Panda Forest, Amazon Flooded Forest, freshwater aquariums, and more than 6,000 animals. You can see Kai Kai and Jia Jia, red pandas, manatees, otters, piranhas, and capybaras. Amazon River Quest costs extra.

“It was amazing and it included a boat ride as well!”

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

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

See Singapore’s waterfront highlights in four hours with a 35-minute river cruise, Merlion Park photo stop, Garden Rhapsody, and Spectra. English-speaking guides such as Jess, Lee, and Jessica add city stories and help with the evening’s transfers. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with Lau Pa Sat as an optional final stop.

“We weren't going to book initially as the wording in the description of activities is confusing. We had a good time on the day cruise and enjoyed the light show which was amazing.”

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11.Singapore Twilights with River Cruise & Light Shows

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 71 reviews · 4 hours · from $51

Spend four hours seeing Singapore’s best evening sights with an English, Chinese, or Japanese-speaking guide. Cruise from Clarke Quay, watch Garden Rhapsody and Spectra, then choose hotel drop-off or dinner at Lau Pa Sat. Guides such as Tang, Kelvin, Kavin, and Colin are praised for clear local stories.

“We had a great time and did lots in the time we had but also felt relaxed. Tang our guide was very good and showed us all the best spots whilst giving us time to explore for ourselves. He provided us with lots of facts and information about Singapore in a fun way.”

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12.Sunset River Cruise and Glittering Light Shows

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 44 reviews · 4 hours · from $75

Spend four evening hours seeing Singapore from three angles: a 30-minute Clarke Quay river cruise, Garden Rhapsody at Gardens by the Bay, and Spectra at Marina Bay Sands. English-speaking guides such as Tang, Kevin, Kavin, and Ronnie Tan have led past departures, with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and optional Lau Pa Sat drop-off.

“The guide Kavin was great very informative and extremely funny, told us everything in detail and was very attentive - would recommend him very much - he made the tour incredible for us thank you”

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13.Sunset River Cruise and Light Shows Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $81

Spend four evening hours seeing Singapore from the river, Merlion Park, Gardens by the Bay, and Marina Bay Sands. Your English, Chinese, or Japanese speaking guide handles transport and timing, with hotel pickup, a 30-minute cruise, two light shows, and optional drop-off at Lau Pa Sat.

“Ronny, out guide was funny & informative. He did an excellent job on advising the group and was extremely supportive and helpful. I forgot to pick up my pink water bottle- please if possible can you bring it back to furama river front 🙏”

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14.River Cruise and Merlion Park Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 12 reviews · from $93

See Singapore’s main night sights in one guided outing: Merlion Park, Clarke Quay, a sunset river cruise, Garden Rhapsody at Supertree Grove, and Marina Bay Sands Spectra. Guides such as Az, Don, and Dan have led departures, with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and return service included.

“Az was amazing! The light show, spectral show we’re all great! Was an experience to learn about Singapore”

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15.Nighttime City Sightseeing Tour with River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 11 reviews · from $124

Explore Singapore at night with an English-speaking driver, a one-hour river cruise, Marina Bay and Gardens by the Bay light shows, and a food stop at Lau Pa Sat. Hotel pickup, transport, and drop-off are included for groups of up to nine, but food and a licensed guide are not.

“The night lights from the boat are extremely beautiful. The boat captain was very kind, as was our driver. Thank you for the wonderful experience.”

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