Things to do in Sentosa Island, Singapore: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

June 15, 2021 Renato Branum

Sentosa is Singapore’s premier island resort getaway. This 500-hectare resort island is home to an exciting array of themed attractions, award-winning spa retreats, and resort accommodations alongside lush rainforests and golden sandy beaches. Popular attractions among business and leisure visitors include Wings of Time – an award winning night show, the iconic Sentosa Merlion, as well as Madame Tussauds Singapore.
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1. BEST Singapore Private City Tour by Anna Ong (1 day or Multiple days)

Fort Canning, 170 River Valley Rd, Singapore 179038 Anna Ong
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

This tour is a 'MUST', if you want to: - Experience the REAL Singapore with not just any tour guide, but a true blue INSIDER, ME! - Challenge all your 5 senses! - Learn what make this 'Little Red Dot' super HOT & UNIQUE! - Know the interesting PAST, colorful PRESENT & exciting FUTURE of this Lion City! - Sample authentic local FOOD! =============== As your private tour guide, I can adjust the schedule, duration and activities to meet your interest, PACE & needs. You may choose to travel either by public transports (Taxi/Subway/Bus), OR select one of those options which include a private car/van. ONE day tour: pick 2~4 options from the 'What to Expect' list, which add up to 8hrs max. TWO days tour: pick 5~8 options from the 'What to Expect' list, which add up to 2 x 8hrs max. THREE days tour: pick 8~10 options from the 'What to Expect' list, which add up to 3 x 8hrs max. ** You may either drop me an email or WHATSAPP me, your preferred options in DESCENDING order **

Inclusions: Tour Guiding fee for ONE or TWO or THREE day/s

Exclusions: Public Transportation Fees, All admissions, rides and hands-on activities fees (if applicable), All Food & Beverages during the entire tour

2. Half Day or Full Day Private Custom Walking Tour of Singapore

Hello Singapore
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5.0 based on 47 reviews

Flexible walking tour designed around your interests. Hotel pick-up. Available day and night. 4 to 8 hours. Available in English and Chinese. Combine must-see sights with local neighbourhoods and hidden gems. See the best of Singapore on foot with content customised around your interests. If you have not been to Singapore before and have no preferences we will give you a comprehensive city tour. We cover the following topics on every tour, how much detail we go into depends on how interested you are in each topic: Colonial History, WW2 History, Politics, Current Affairs, The Day To Day Life Of The Average Singaporean, Housing, Religion, Education, Food, Architecture, Language. Popular locations to include in your tour: Chinatown, Kampong Glam, Arab Street, Little India, Marina Bay, Civic District, Tiong Barhu, Sentosa, Gardens By The Bay, Hawker Centre, Singapore River Cruise, Crazy Rich Asians locations, Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony, Souvineer Markets, Raffles Hotel.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Private tour, Transportation costs by public transport (MRT and Buses), This tour is mainly walking and using the public transport such as bus and MRT

Exclusions: The costs of drinks / snacks / meals / souvenirs etc are not included and are payable by yourself., If you wish to use a taxi or Uber to travel around these costs are not included and are payable by yourself. Only public transportation costs are included., This tour does not include transportation in a private vehicle., Gratuities, Singapore River Cruise, Singapore Flyer and Gardens by The Bay, Battlebox tickets

Reviewed By Rachael S

Because we are currently not able to travel outside of Singapore, we decided to explore Singapore through someone else's perspective. We searched for some fun experiences on AirBNB and thought that this tour looked the best. Families should know that even if you have a child, through AirBNB, you have to pay full price for your child to join the tour. After paying, I realized that they would not give me the discount that is offered for children on their own site. I do think that something could be done about that situation and this is the only reason the rating is 'very good' and not 'excellent'. Richard was extremely kind and knowledgeable. We had a great time talking with him and experiencing some familiar and unfamiliar foods. The tour gave us a great range of foods found in Singapore and also some choices along the way. Richard also took some great pictures of us and he sent us promptly after the tour. We enjoyed his company and he was always willing to answer our questions as we ate or walked around; however, he also gave us some space during the tour to eat and talk as a family. I would be willing to check out some other tours with Richard as our guide, but I would definitely go through the company site so that I can get the child discount.

3. Private Singapore City Highlights Tour By Car - Half Day or Full Day

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Flexible tour designed around your interests. Hotel pick-up. Available day and night. 4 to 8 hours. Available in English & Chinese. Private air-conditioned mini van. Combine must-see sights with local neighbourhoods and hidden gems. See the best of Singapore with content customised around your interests. If you have not been to Singapore before and have no preferences we will give you a comprehensive city tour. We cover the following topics on every tour, how much detail we go into depends on how interested you are in each topic: Colonial History, WW2 History, Politics, Current Affairs, The Day To Day Life Of The Average Singaporean, Housing, Religion, Education, Food, Architecture, Language. Popular locations to include in your tour: Chinatown, Kampong Glam, Arab Street, Little India, Marina Bay, Civic District, Tiong Bahru, Sentosa, Gardens By The Bay, Hawker Centre, Singapore River Cruise, Crazy Rich Asians locations, Chinese Tea Ceremony, Souvineer Markets, Raffles Hotel.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: The costs of drinks / snacks / meals / souvenirs etc are not included and are payable by yourself., Gratuities are not included (recommended), Singapore River Cruise, Singapore Flyer and Gardens by The Bay, Battlebox tickets

Reviewed By LuvPar

Our guide Daryll was knowledgeable and entertaining and the itinerary for the "Our Grandfathers Story" was well mapped. We discovered old school eating houses (i.e. restaurants) in Chinatown, learned about the cultural history of Singapore, and went for a Chinese tea tasting. I recommend the tour.

4. Singapore Half Day Tours by Locals: Private, See the City Unscripted ★★★★★

Singapore City Unscripted
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You'll spend half a day with our local Singapore host to catch some of the city’s highlights and to experience what life here is all about. Explore quirky neighborhoods like Little India or Tiong Bahru or delve into the city's street food culture, snacking on some ridiculously yummy spring rolls at a hawker’s center. Feel like Gardens by the Bay at the beginning of your experience and a quick dash to the inner city later? No problem. Adventure awaits and we will help you discover it. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalized experience, 4 hours with a host, Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations), Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs , Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By Linnae S

I loved my tour with Priscilla! We worked together to create an itinerary, and she did a great job of helping me make the most of my two days in Singapore. I was traveling alone, so it was nice to have a knowledgeable guide and companion. She showed me how to use the transit, and I was able to pay if forward the next day. Plus, she took suggested photo spots and took my picture, which was a fun add. She even had tickets to sell to me for attractions, so that I wouldn't have to wait in line, which was another added bonus. My only recommendation would be to ask for the additional costs in advance. I ran out of cash by the end of the tour. (There are plenty of ATMs; it wasn't huge deal.)

5. Nightout at Chinatown & Bugis Village Tour (includes dinner)

Furama RiverFront, 405 Havelock Rd, Singapore 169633 Tour East Singapore
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Explore Singapore’s Chinatown district from every perspective on this enjoyable 4-hour evening trishaw, riverboat and walking tour. Witness the nighttime street theater of this captivating district, learn about its history and shop for bargains in the exuberant Night Market. Enjoy a delicious Chinese dinner and then take an unforgettable trishaw ride, trundling along Little India and Bugis Village as the driver pushes the pedals! Lastly, board a bumboat and soak up wonderful nighttime views of the Singapore's illuminated skyline as you cruise along the Singapore River.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Chinese dinner, Bumboat river cruise, Trishaw ride

Exclusions: Food and drinks (unless specified), Gratuities

Reviewed By YouJuin

It is a good place. Getting to see a wide variety of animals that are kept there. Other than that, you can get to do other things like feeding or eating with the animals.

6. Heartlands Tour

Furama RiverFront, 405 Havelock Rd, Singapore 169633 Tour East Singapore

Heartlands Tour will bring our guests to Toa Payoh New Town. This is the first town to be built by Housing Development Board, the government arm in charge of public housing in Singapore. See how a typical self-sufficient town complete with public vs private housing, public transport, public amenities as well as industrial and commercial areas. Guests will also get a glimpse of the local life through a visit to a wet market and hawker centre, public recreation areas and view a typical showflat for a public housing flat.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Local guide

Exclusions: Food and drink, Gratuities

Reviewed By YouJuin

It is a good place. Getting to see a wide variety of animals that are kept there. Other than that, you can get to do other things like feeding or eating with the animals.

7. Singapore Instagram Tour (Private & All-Inclusive)

ForeverVacation Singapore

Our Singapore Instagram Tour will take you to the most Instagrammable spots in Singapore all in one day. If you are looking for some culture, delicious food and a ton of great photos, then this is the tour for you! The morning will start with a private pickup directly from your hotel by one of our friendly, English speaking guides. From there your tour will begin as you start your drive in one of our comfortable, spacious and air-conditioned vehicles. This full-day tour will be fully packed with famous landmarks, vintage architecture, secretly located spots and much much more!

Inclusions: Lunch, Soda/Pop, Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

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