Colonial Singapore: Splendid Walking Tour Across Heritage Sites with Lunch

Step back in time on this splendid walking tour of Colonial Singapore. Explore well-preserved heritage sites, admire impressive architecture, and learn about the legacy left by the British colonial masters. Enjoy a delicious lunch by the Singapore River. Book now!

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 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.
What's Included
  • Licensed tourist guide
  • Disposable poncho for rainy weather
  • Lunch included
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities.
Additional Information

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…

Location
City Hall MRT
Please meet us at City Hall MRT Station Exit B (Street Level) at 0955 hrs. We start our tour at 1000 hrs.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Harvey
Jan 10, 2025
Colonial Singapore Walking Tour led by Ping - Very informative tour led by Ping. Wonderful knowledge of the city, the history and how it works. The ancient history and the development of Singapore into the city it is today was fascinating.
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G905ducindyw
Dec 17, 2024
Excellent walking tour without being too exhausting - The buildings were amazing, a side to Singapore we had not seen before and our guide Ping took a lot of photos which she forwarded to us by email.
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891tedd
Nov 22, 2024
A comprehensive, interesting and absorbing walk through time - We thought that an amble through the history of Singapore would be interesting - but we had no idea just how fascinating and absorbing it would be; particularly as it was enhanced by the erudite communication skills of our excellent guide, Ping. Clearly an educated and intelligent woman, her command of English was exceptional, and she brought to life the story of the development of Singapore from a fishing village to the present day. From the horror and atrocities of war, to the economic success of this vibrant city-state, she explained the history with enthusiasm and attention to detail. We learned a tremendous amount about the influential characters over the last couple of hundred years or so, who have all played their part in the evolution of the city - some of whom were real game-changers in the direction of that development. Ping was also forthcoming with regard to the architectural niceties of the city. We were shown around a rich variety of styles and functions, all accompanied by her usual comprehensive explanations of their place in the development of Singapore. And there was, of course, lunch! This was taken at a pleasant restaurant right on the edge of the river; and was really very good. We enjoyed not only the food - which in our little group’s case was Mexican and Indian - but also the sight of a family of otters playing in the water directly in front of us! Thus, incidentally, proving Ping’s earlier assertion of the cleanliness of the water. A far cry from what it used to be; and a testament to the continuing improvement of the natural environment that is one of the city’s aims. So….what more can I say? There’s such a lot; but the best recommendation I can make is for you to take the tour, and find out for yourself. You will not be disappointed! And if you are blessed with the charming and knowledgeable tour guide that is Ping, you will be doubly rewarded. Thank you Ping! You have certainly found your calling as a superb tour guide 😊👍
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Sharonstevenage
Oct 1, 2024
Amazing tour of the history of Singapore with Ping. - Our guide Ping took us on one of the best walking tours we have ever been on. It was because she had so much passion and personal stories about the rise of Singapore as a country since independence. We were particularly taken aback when we saw the pivotal buildings like city hall where the war with Japan was finished and papers were signed. We saw so many more interesting sites that were all weaved together with such knowledge and storytelling from Ping. History brought back to life. Even the aerial view from the “space ship” on top of the courts was surreal. Lunch is included and this makes the Colony tour number one on the to do list for any visitor to Singapore.
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Tina
Sep 20, 2024
100% recommend this tour!!! 💗💗💗 - Ping is an amazing tour guide and her knowledge is exceptional. Really catered for what everyone in our group wanted to know and created a wonderful picture of Singapores history and how it got to where it is today. The lunch (location and food) was also excellent and was included in the price. Definitely recommend 100%! Ping also took group photos and sent them to us afterwards 💗
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Myrita_c
Aug 24, 2024
Fantastic tour about Singapore. - The Colonial Walking Tour was informative and interesting. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with my guide Ping. She was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and fun. The co tent helped me connect the dots of the fascinating history of Singapore. Thank you!
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Lindl_r
Aug 17, 2024
Great tour, great guide - Very knowledgeable and passionate tour guide, Ping was excellent! Very engaging with the whole group, and well organized to include indoor stops in the air con!
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Gracek105
Jul 12, 2024
Great tour - Great morning doing the colonial tour with ping today! We both really enjoyed the tour, especially as go to actually go into a lot of buildings on the tour which hasn’t been my experience on other waking tours. Have already recommended to friends coming to Singapore soon.
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Karl_b
Jul 11, 2024
Great historical walking tour - Really fantastic tour guide. Ping kept us engaged the whole time and clearly cares about the history she shared with us on our walking tour. Highly recommend the tour if you can take it.
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Annmarie_b
Aug 7, 2024
Great - Ping was very knowledgeable and explained everything in detail. The history and the buildings we beautiful
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