Splendour of Colonial Singapore Walking Tour with Lunch
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3 hours 30 minutes
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On this walking tour, we cast our minds back more than 200 years to a time when Sir Thomas Stamford Bingley Raffles of the British East India Company arrived in Singapore, started a British trading post in 1819, became part of the Straits Settlements in 1826, and eventually a separate colony of the British crown in 1867.
We’ll visit well-preserved structures from the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian eras, and stately neo-classical style buildings, which have all been restored to showcase the splendour of Colonial Singapore.
We pay tribute to our former colonial masters who left behind their legacy of careful town planning, sound legal system, good education system, solid infrastructure, impressive architecture, etc, which have certainly played a significant part in the development of modern Singapore.
At about midday, we’ll kick back and enjoy lunch by the Singapore River at Boat Quay, before we resume our tour of the Civic District and Old European Town.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Licensed tourist guide and disposable poncho in the event of rain.
3-course lunch by the river, with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
Gratuities.
What To Expect
St Andrew's Cathedral
Our story begins with how the British started their trading post in Singapore in 1819, where the early European settlers built their homes, and how the first Anglican church came to be constructed in 1836.
National Gallery Singapore
We explore the 2 colonial buildings which now make up the National Gallery Singapore, namely the Former Municipal Building (later renamed City Hall Building) and the Former Supreme Court Building. Step into the chamber where Lord Louis Mountbatten accepted the surrender of the Japanese on 12 September 1945, the holding cells of the former Supreme Court, etc.
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Splendour of Colonial Singapore Walking Tour with Lunch
Reviews
50 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Walking Tour of Singapore
michaellI8660IA,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My Wife and I wanted to know a little about Singapore so we booked a tour with on a roll tours through Get Your Guide. we met our guide, Ping who is the owner and founder of the business at 10:00 am. We were taken not only to so many interesting sites but her knowledge and historical facts was outstanding. We took a break for lunch we she organised at Boat Quay and then continued on until about 3:00 pm. The tour was outstanding.
Very happy solo traveller
Rosi,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Exceptional guide with loads of interesting and meaningful knowledge to impart. Friendly and considerate of the solo traveller. Lovely lunch was a bonus
Brilliant tour!
May W,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I'm a solo traveller from the UK, I only have 1.5 days in Singapore and wanted to maximise my time here. I'm so glad I signed up for this tour. I learnt a lot about Singapore's history, people, culture and architecture. It was a relaxed walking tour; we looked at various buildings from the outside and went into quite a few of them. Ping is extremely knowledgeable, she shared a lot of fascinating stories and insights. It was like hanging around with a very cool history teacher who made things fun and interesting! The lunch was delicious. Unfortunately, it rained after lunch, but Ping knew all the places where we could find shelter from the rain, so it didn't affect the rest of the tour. Bring an umbrella in case it rains! I had signed up for another tour in the evening with Ping. She is so kind and helpful, and gave me suggestions on what I could do. She even showed me how to use the MRT and gave me directions. I've done a lot of travelling and she's the best tour guide I've met! I highly recommend this tour!
Brilliant tour of colonial Singapore
R0b Liz,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had the very great pleasure this morning to meet Ping and be guided around the colonial part of her much beloved city. The tour included lunch and is a must do event for anyone visiting this beautiful city. Her enthusiasm and genuine sense of pride shone through to make it an exhilarating and very worthwhile tour. We arrived as strangers but felt as though we had left as good friends. Thank you again for looking after us so well
Splendour of Colonial Singapore Walking Tour with Lunch 10:00
talasha p,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was my second tour with Ping and it was just great as the first one. Ping is an awesome tour guide and she represents Singapore very well. The tour as a whole was great but the highlight for me was the lunch in the Boat Quay area. I picked an Indian meat dish with garlic naan and it was delicious. It also gave time to sit and talk with individuals from different parts of the world. I highly recommend the tour.
Fantastic walking your
sneezydownunder,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very well thought out walking tour. Ping was so informative and share a depth of knowledge that was outstanding. It was a well paced tour and sufficient time spent at each stop. Lunch was delicious, and this tour was well priced for what it included. Recommend this tour and company, communication was prompt and efficient.
Wonderful tour
Gillian C,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We have d a wonderful tour with Ping . She shared such a lot of information and kept us informed and entertained all throughout the tour . She was a wonderful guide , who took group photos of us during the tour and sent them to us afterwards . We saw many attractions we wouldn’t have seen travelling on our own, a lovely lunch was also served . A great tour and highly recommend it and Ping
Highly recommend this walking tour.
angelafN8985KR,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a lovely way to spend a few hours in Singapore! Ping was a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable about the history of Singapore and she also added a few personal stories which were really bought the whole thing to life.
Colonial Singapore Walking tour
Go48411339776,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00l thoroughly enjoyed the Colonial walking tour. Our guide Ping was brilliant. She was enthusiastic and knowledgeable in the way she explained Singapore's past and more recent development. Lunch by the river was excellent. Highly recommended!
Ping was a perfect guide!
Adventure09157459465,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Ping was a perfect guide! Accepting the demands of the participants, she flexibly changed her explanation and guiding. The guiding was meticulous and satisfyingly. The tour itself was carefully thought out and well organized. Our lunch place was by the river side and there were several meals we can choose from and she texted us on the previous night for the lunch. It was delicious! I was 100% satiated with the tour. I highly recommend this to anyone.
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