Private Singapore City Essentials Full Day Tour

8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Private Singapore City Essentials Full Day Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover Singapore by day and night on this private, fully customizable city tour designed to showcase the island’s highlights, cultures, and illuminated skyline. Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off with a professional English-speaking driver as you travel in comfort at your own pace. Begin with Marina Bay Sands and Merlion Park, capturing iconic skyline views, then visit Gardens by the Bay with its futuristic Supertrees. Explore Singapore’s multicultural heart through Chinatown, Little India, and Kampong Glam, admiring temples, colorful streets, and the Sultan Mosque, with time to wander Haji Lane. Relax at the Singapore Botanic Gardens or Mount Faber for peaceful city views. As evening falls, return to Marina Bay for the Spectra Light & Water Show, stroll the Helix Bridge and Esplanade, and end at lively Clarke Quay Riverside. This seamless day-to-night experience offers the perfect introduction to Singapore’s heritage, nature, and modern vibrancy.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Welcome Pickups

Ages: Adults (0–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Fuel and Tolls
Included: Water
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
Included: Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
Included: All taxes and handling charges

Not included

Not included: Meals and beverages
Not included: Tips and Gratuities
Not included: Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions

Itinerary

Marina Bay Sands

one hour

Marina Bay Sands & Merlion Park.

Witness Singapore’s world-famous skyline, striking architecture, and the iconic Merlion overlooking Marina Bay — a perfect photo moment.
Gardens by the Bay

one hour

Gardens by the Bay.

Stroll among futuristic vertical gardens and experience one of Singapore’s most breathtaking modern wonders.
Chinatown

one hour

Chinatown Heritage District.

A lively neighborhood filled with traditional shophouses, temples, markets, and rich Chinese heritage blended with modern life.
Singapore Botanic Gardens

one hour

Singapore Botanic Gardens.

A lush urban oasis and UNESCO World Heritage Site — perfect for a serene walk among tropical greenery and lakes.
Padang

one hour

Riverfront & Colonial Heritage District.

Explore Singapore’s beautifully preserved colonial heart from the Padang and National Gallery to the Cavenagh Bridge and riverside quays.
Stop 6

one hour

Mount Faber Peak.

Take in sweeping views across the harbor, cable cars, and the southern islands a perfect elevated photo stop.
Stop 7

2 hours

Henderson Waves Bridge.

Henderson Waves is Singapore’s highest pedestrian bridge, known for its unique wave-like wooden structure and scenic views

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Aurum Royal
Frasers House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Singapore
The Scarlet Singapore
Hotel NuVe Elements
M Hotel Singapore City Centre
The Warehouse Hotel
Link Hotel Singapore
The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore
Hotel Telegraph, Singapore
Hotel Bencoolen - Hong Kong Street
Furama RiverFront
Park View Hotel

and 124 more pickup points

Your Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time.

Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details — including their name, phone number, and car information — so you can easily recognize them.

Your driver will arrive on time and be ready to assist you and any special requests before starting your journey.

Please note that our sightseeing tours does not automatically include airport pickup or drop-off. If you wish to start or end your tour at the airport, simply select the option with airport pickup included when booking if available.

Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

Using your ticket

Please show this to your driver.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For 1-3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
For 4-5 people: An minivan will be assigned to your group.
For 6-12 people: A spacious van will be assigned to your group.
Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.