Singapore tours at a glance
Singapore tours that start near Marina Bay Sands are mostly short and easy to fit around a hotel stay. The boat ride on the Singapore River takes about 40 minutes. The SkyPark Observation Deck, the Singapore Flyer and the Gardens by the Bay attractions are self-guided. Guided visits exist at the ArtScience Museum and in Gardens by the Bay.
Prices on this page are 2026 prices in Singapore dollars for adults, unless stated. Check the booking page for your date before you plan around a price.
Our picks: Singapore tours
Our take: the bike tour covers the bay and the old city; the duck boat goes on land and water; the food tour takes you to Chinatown, Little India and Kampong Glam.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Singapore food tour with 12 tastings
- 12 or more tastings
- Food guide
- Up to eight guests
At least twelve tastings at five or six stops in Chinatown, Little India and Kampong Glam, for up to eight guests.
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Lion City highlights bike tour
- Bike
- Local guide
- Rain poncho
Four hours by bike with a local guide around the bay and the old city, with a rain poncho.
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City tour by amphibious duck boat
- One-hour amphibious tour
- Live guide
One hour on land and water past Marina Bay with a live guide.
Check availability →Singapore tours and tickets near Marina Bay
River cruises, Gardens by the Bay, the SkyPark and other Singapore day trips and evening tours, with live prices and availability.
Boat rides, decks and guided visits compared
Adult prices in 2026. Each row is one product.
| Option | Type | Length or hours | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| River cruise from Clarke Quay | Boat ride | About 40 minutes | SGD 28 (child 3 to 11: SGD 18) |
| Bay circuit cruise | Boat ride | About 40 minutes, daily 14:00–21:00 | Check at booking |
| Laser show cruise | Evening boat ride | Departs from Clarke Quay Jetty only | Check at the jetty |
| ArtScience Museum guided tour | Guided visit | Daily museum hours 09:00–18:00 | Same-day exhibition ticket needed |
| Gardens nature and sustainability tour | Guided walk | Saturday and Sunday, times differ | Check the events calendar |
| SkyPark Observation Deck | Self-guided | Level 56, timed entry | SGD 35 off-peak, SGD 39 peak |
| Flower Dome and Cloud Forest | Self-guided | 09:00–21:00 | SGD 46 (child SGD 32) |
| Singapore Flyer | Self-guided | 10:00–22:00, last entry 21:30 | SGD 46 (child SGD 28) |
For most first visits, one river cruise plus one self-guided view is enough: the SkyPark for the skyline, or the domes if you prefer a garden. Add a guided tour only if you want commentary at the museum or in the Gardens.
Guided tours in the Marina Bay area
What is guided, and what is not.
ArtScience Museum
The museum runs guided tours. You need a same-day exhibition ticket for a guided visit, unless the booking page says otherwise. General access to the building is free, but the exhibitions cost extra. The museum is open daily from 09:00 to 18:00 and last entry is 17:00.
ArtScience Museum guide →Gardens by the Bay
The Gardens run nature and sustainability tours on Saturdays and Sundays, with different start times on each day. They are not a daily service. Check the events calendar for your date before you plan around them.
Gardens by the Bay guide →Evening on the water
The laser show cruise leaves from Clarke Quay Jetty only, and tickets are sold at that jetty. Check the departure times at the counter. A boat ride does not guarantee a clear view of the light show, which plays at Event Plaza.
River cruise guide →Spectra from the waterfront
The free Spectra show lasts 15 minutes. It runs at 20:00 and 21:00 from Sunday to Thursday, with an extra show at 22:00 on Friday and Saturday. You do not need a tour to see it.
Light show guide →What to check before you book
Small details change a plan.
Peak and off-peak prices
The SkyPark charges SGD 35 for an adult in the off-peak slot (09:30–16:30) and SGD 39 in the peak slot (17:00–22:00). Last entry is 16:00 and 21:30. The pool on level 57 is not part of this ticket; only registered hotel guests can use it.
SkyPark tickets →Weather
Singapore has rain in every month, with more from November to January. Heavy rain or lightning can close the SkyPark for a while, and the Gardens skyway can pause in bad weather. Plan one flexible hour in the evening.
Best time to visit →Meeting points
River boats leave from different piers: Clarke Quay, Bayfront South, Clifford Pier, Read Bridge, Fort Canning, Merlion Park and Bayfront North. Check which pier your ticket names.
Getting there by MRT →Children
Children under 2 enter the SkyPark without a ticket. Children under 13 need an accompanying paying adult aged over 18. At the museum, children under 13 also need an adult.
Singapore tours: frequently asked questions
Is this the official Marina Bay Sands website?
No. This is an independent guide. Prices, hours and rules come from the operators and can change, so check the booking page for your date.
How long does a Singapore river cruise take?
The river cruise from Clarke Quay takes about 40 minutes and passes Boat Quay, Clarke Quay and Marina Bay. The bay circuit also takes about 40 minutes.
How much is a river cruise?
The river cruise from Clarke Quay costs SGD 28 for adults and SGD 18 for children aged 3 to 11 in 2026. You can buy tickets at the pier counters before departure.
Is there a tour that includes the infinity pool?
No. The pool on level 57 is for registered hotel guests with a room card. No tour or SkyPark ticket opens it.
Do I need a guide for the SkyPark?
No. The SkyPark Observation Deck is self-guided. You need a timed ticket, and bags and professional camera gear, including tripods, are not allowed.
Which tour suits a short stopover?
A 40-minute river cruise and the free Spectra show fit into one evening. Add the SkyPark in the late afternoon if you have the time.