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Colonial Charms of the City

Evening Tour

Join your expert guide as they explore the colonial architecture of Singapore’s historic buildings. Begin with St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Capitol Singapore and Chijmes, before heading to Raffles Hotel to sample the iconic Singapore Sling in the Long Bar. End the evening with Singapore’s National dish in a local restaurant.

Highlights
  • Visit St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Capitol Singapore and Chijmes
  • Try a Singapore Sling cocktail in the Long Bar at Raffles Hotel
  • Learn from a knowledgeable guide
  • Enjoy dinner in a local restaurant

Description

Discover Singapore’s unique blend of traditional and modern architecture on this guided tour around some of the city’s civic district; home to preserved colonial buildings and historic churches amongst the ever-growing modern skyscrapers. After exploring and understanding more about these buildings, enjoy access to the Long Bar at the iconic Raffles Hotel to sample the original Singapore Sling Cocktail. The evening is finished with a relaxed dinner in one of the local restaurants.

St. Andrew’s Cathedral was designed in an early English Gothic style in 1834 and remains an Anglican Cathedral. It was designated a national monument in 1973.
Capitol Singapore is now part of a hotel, retail and entertainment complex. The theatre was built in 1929 with the Capitol completed four years later.
Chijmes dates back to 1840 and is a good example of Neo-Gothic architecture. Formerly a convent it now houses bars, restaurants and cafes.
Raffles Hotel is one of Singapore’s most iconic landmarks and remains a five star hotel preserving colonial ambience despite multiple refurbishments

Details

Dinner is included

Approximate duration: 4 hours

Departs at 18:00, Thursdays and Saturdays

Pick-up from most Singapore hotels is included

Price & Availability

You can book this experience on its own or as part of a complete Singapore holiday. For price and availability please get in touch.

Colonial Charms of the City

Evening Tour

Tour departure from major hotels only or nearby meeting point.
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