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Singapore: ArtScience Museum Entry Ticket

1. Singapore: ArtScience Museum Entry Ticket

Look inside the beautiful lotus-shaped building at Marina Bay Sands and discover the world's 1st ArtScience Museum. Explore the creative process at the heart of art, science, technology and culture in 21 gallery spaces. A living embodiment of the ArtScience theme, the popular attraction hosts an array of exhibitions, events, performances and educational activities that explore the relationship between art and science. Enter a futuristic world of high-tech art at Future World, a collaboration with the Japanese art collective, teamLab. Be amazed as art, science, magic and metaphor are brought together through an array of advanced digital installations.

Singapore: National Gallery Entry Tickets

2. Singapore: National Gallery Entry Tickets

Explore Southeast Asian art at the new National Gallery Museum in Singapore. After opening its doors on 24 Nov 2015, the gallery is located in Singapore's Civic District and boasts a combined floor area of 64,000 square meters and is housed in two of the island's most iconic buildings: the former Supreme Court and the City Hall. The National Gallery Museum is the largest visual arts venue and museum in Singapore – home to over 1,000 artworks -  and is certainly one of the main attractions in Singapore. Visitors are introduced to Singaporean and Southeast Asian art and special exhibitions in the gallery.  Discover the impact of the British Empire on modern art in Southeast Asia during the 'Artist and Empire' special exhibition, featuring over 200 international and regional artworks. A visit to the National Gallery Singapore is a great opportunity to discover art, culture, and architecture of Singapore.

Singapore: Museum of Ice Cream Entrance Ticket

3. Singapore: Museum of Ice Cream Entrance Ticket

Rediscover your inner kid with a ticket to the sweetest wonderland in Singapore! Savor unlimited ice cream at 5 dessert stations with a cool variety of flavors and forms, while adventuring through 14 interactive installations that celebrate the joy of ice cream! Come for the daytime experience and enjoy the Coolest day out with the family, or build connections with the more intimate night experience that features adult-centric activities and Sweet cocktails. The Museum of Ice Cream transforms concepts and dreams into spaces that provoke imagination and creativity. MOIC is designed to be a culturally inclusive environment and community, inspiring human connection through the universal power of ice cream. With imagination and connection at its core, experience an all-new Night at the Museum experience that seeks to rekindle the childlike wonder in you and deepen connections with your loved ones and friends through an intimate evening session filled with adult-centric activities.

Singapore: Half-Day City Tour with Hotel Transfer

4. Singapore: Half-Day City Tour with Hotel Transfer

Discover Singapore by getting to know its famous Civic District. Begin your journey at Kampong Glam, an area where modernity meets tradition. This district has a history that dates back to Singapore’s colonial era as the allocated area to the Malay, Arab, and Bugis communities. Explore the city by driving around the Civic District, passing by the Padang, Singapore Cricket Club, historic Parliament House, and the National Gallery Singapore. The Gallery consists of the former Supreme Court Building and the City Hall. Next, stop at Merlion Park and enjoy the impressive views of Marina Bay. Do not miss out this picture-taking opportunity with The Merlion, a mythological creature that is part lion and part fish. Visit Thian Hock Keng Temple, one of Singapore’s oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples, before driving past Chinatown. Proceed to Singapore’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Singapore Botanic Gardens, and walk through the National Orchid Garden which boasts a sprawling display of 60,000 orchid plants.

Singapore: Fort Canning Hill & Battlebox History Tour

5. Singapore: Fort Canning Hill & Battlebox History Tour

In this 2.5-hour tour, you will explore the treasures that lie beneath Fort Canning Hill, a historic hill in the heart of the city – the spot where both 14th century ‘Singapura’ and modern Singapore were born. Trace the rise and fall of great empires. Hear stories of rulers who commanded from the hill and empire-builders who were buried on its slopes. Discover the world-changing story of a humble spice. Visit graves and a colonial fort and relive one of the most important battles in history. Venture deep underground into the Battlebox, a former WWII secret underground command centre where the decision to surrender Singapore was made and gain deeper insight into Singapore’s wartime history. Don’t miss this journey back in time at the once "Forbidden Hill"! A fantastic tour for history lovers and those wishing to see some hidden treasures in Singapore.

Singapore: Historical Half-Day Bike Tour

6. Singapore: Historical Half-Day Bike Tour

Discover the real Singapore on this 9.9 mile (16 km) route through the city on full-sized bicycles. Visit a typical residential town and market to watch people go about their daily lives. Get up close to Singapore's unique public housing, where the majority of the residents live, as well as swanky multi-million dollar riverfront homes. Then, meander alongside the Singapore River, where trade brought to life a sleepy village town in the 1800s. See historically important landmarks, such as the 100-year-old fire station, museums, and places of worship. Of course, you’ll pay homage to the statue of Sir Stamford Thomas Raffles, the founder of modern Singapore. Learn how WWII affected Singapore, and see monuments that honor those who suffered. In between all that sightseeing, enjoy a short coffee break and sample a little local snack at a local eatery/traditional coffee shop, just like a typical Singaporean. More than just history, you’ll come to understand the melting pot culture of people from all over the world who now call Singapore home. Finally, fast forward to the present and admire the ultra-modern business district. Jump right into the action as you cycle right along the Formula 1 route, though at a somewhat slower pace. Choose from quality full-sized bicycles: - Sturdy 28″ wheel hybrid bicycles for adults - 24" wheel ladies bicycles for adults - 20″ wheel bicycles for teens and petite riders

Sentosa: Trick Eye Museum Entrance Ticket

7. Sentosa: Trick Eye Museum Entrance Ticket

Reserve your entry ticket to the Trick Eye Museum in Singapore where art and technology are merged to create artistic works. Play, take pictures, touch and listen and interact with every single artistic piece or installation. Experience more than 80 optical illusions to trick your senses.  Encounter 6 different themed galleries that represent worlds of fantasy, adventure, mystery, and romance. Find and explore 2D and 3D printings, paintings on walls, floors, and ceilings that will leave you astonished with their bizarre illusions and transformations. Discover a hidden word that is seen only through the app by downloading the “XR Museum” mobile app and watch as your photos and videos come alive with hidden animals, magic, fireworks, and other special effects. Slay dragons, swim with the whale, or relax in nature as the Trickeye weaves optical illusion together with Augmented Reality technology to create mind-bending fun exhibits with plenty of picture-perfect opportunities! With a single ticket, experience 4D optical illusion + Interactive AR technology at four exciting themed zones including the Eco Garden, AR Trickeye (AR Effect room), Aqua Trickeye (AR Effect room), and the Rainbow Garden.

Singapore: Science Center E-Ticket

8. Singapore: Science Center E-Ticket

The Science Centre Singapore, a leading regional Science Centre, celebrates 35 years of promoting interest and creative learning in science and technology. It prides itself on making science an inspiring and exciting experience for people of all ages. Over the past 35 years, the Centre has been a custodian of creativity and innovation, capturing the evolution of scientific developments through unique and relevant exhibitions and shows and continues to ignite young minds and foster new generations of scientifically savvy Singaporeans.

Singapore 2.5-Hour Walking Tour: Graves, Guns & Battles

9. Singapore 2.5-Hour Walking Tour: Graves, Guns & Battles

Tread lightly, for treasures lie beneath a historic hill in the heart of the city - the spot where both 14th century Singapura and modern Singapore were born. Trace the rise and fall of great empires. Hear stories of rulers who commanded from the hill and the empire-builders who were buried on its slopes. Discover the world-changing story of a humble spice. Visit graves, a colonial fort and relive one of the most important battles in history, don't miss this exhilarating journey back in time at the once “Forbidden Hill”!

Singapore: Private Multicultural Food & Culture Walking Tour

10. Singapore: Private Multicultural Food & Culture Walking Tour

Singapore is a melting pot of flavours and on this food-focused walking tour, you can sample a variety of delicious dishes from the multi-cultural community of Singapore (Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan) and explore ethnically diverse neighbourhoods of Chinatown, Little India, Kampong Glam and Bugis. Follow your tour guide through the streets and learn about the history, culture, and heritage of Singapore and discover where the locals like to eat. Get in-depth insights into each dish that you sample and hear stories about the local communities. You will also get the opportunity to mingle with the locals while travelling around in public transport. An absolute delightful way to travel and eat like a local for the day!

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4.7 / 5

based on 547 reviews

The pick-up arrived 25 minutes late, so be prepared for that. However, once they arrived the guide was very apologetic. The trip itself was an excellent way to learn about Singapore & its history. We were driven to 3 sites around Singapore where we got off the bus & the guide talked us through the history & then gave us a short while to look around ourselves & take photos. We finished the trip by visiting the National Orchid Garden which is absolutely stunning. Excellent trip, would fully recommend.

I loved my tour with Pamela, one of the best tour guides I’ve ever had. She was so knowledgeable and friendly and she made the experience so memorable. I learned a ton and if I ever return to Singapore I’ll ask her for another tour :)

Helena was an amazing guide and bought history to life with her enthusiasm and interaction with our group. Highly recommend this tour and if you have Helena as your guide you will be very fortunate

An informative tour of the ‘real’ Singapore - one many visitors would never see. Our guide Joisse (Joyce) was very knowledgeable and made the tour fun

Had a great experience. Tour guide was very humble, caring and very nice.