{"id":54306,"date":"2025-11-11T14:00:24","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T06:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/?p=54306"},"modified":"2025-11-15T22:46:29","modified_gmt":"2025-11-15T14:46:29","slug":"rivercruise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/rivercruise\/","title":{"rendered":"Singapore River Cruise: A Scenic Journey Through Iconic Landmarks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Flowing through the heart of the city, the <strong>Singapore River<\/strong> has long shaped the city\u2019s identity.<\/p>\n<p>In the 19th century, during Singapore\u2019s early days, it served as a <strong>vital artery for maritime trade<\/strong>, bustling with small cargo boats ferrying goods to and from the port.<\/p>\n<p>Today, with the city\u2019s rapid development and growing appeal as a travel destination, the river\u2019s role has shifted \u2014 from trade to tourism. It&#8217;s now home to the <strong>River Cruise<\/strong>, a popular attraction for visitors eager to take in the city\u2019s skyline from the water.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14125 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_BoatQuay-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Tourist boats cruising along the Singapore River against a backdrop of skyscrapers\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This feature takes an in-depth look at the <strong>Singapore River Cruise <\/strong>\u2014 covering everything from ticket prices and routes to boarding points and highlights along the way.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"List_TOC\">\n<li><span><a href=\"#RiverCruise\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">River Cruise Overview<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Route\">\u2022 Cruise Route: Clarke Quay &#x2194;\ufe0e Marina Bay<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Jetty\">\u2022 Boarding Points: 3 Jetties<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Operation\">\u2022 Operating Hours<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"#Ticket\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Ticket Information<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Price\">\u2022 Ticket Prices and Booking<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Booth\">\u2022 Ticket Booth at Clarke Quay<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"#Highlights\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">River Cruise Highlights<\/a><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#ClarkeQuay\">\u2022 Night Cruise from Clarke Quay<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Merlion\">\u2022 Face the Merlion Head-On!<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#MBS\">\u2022 Front-Row View of Marina Bay Sands<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"#FinalThoughts\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"btn-wrap\"><a class=\"btn btn-c\" href=\"\/\/ck.jp.ap.valuecommerce.com\/servlet\/referral?sid=3351386&amp;pid=889570467&amp;vc_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.klook.com%2Fen-US%2Factivity%2F3846-river-cruise-singapore%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span class=\"spot\">Book Smart, Save Big!<\/span><br \/>\nSingapore River Cruise<br \/>\n= Best Ticket Deals on Klook =<\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"RiverCruise\" class=\"H2SubEng\">01<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>River Cruise Overview<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"Route\">Cruise Route: Clarke Quay &#x2194;\ufe0e Marina Bay<\/h3>\n<p>The Singapore River Cruise offers a 40-minute <strong>counter-clockwise loop<\/strong> between Clarke Quay in the river\u2019s upper reaches and Marina Bay at its mouth.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_54299\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_Map-600x262.jpg\" alt=\"Route and 7 jetties of the Singapore River Cruise\" width=\"600\" height=\"262\" class=\"wp-image-54299 size-medium\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u00a9 Singapore River Cruise<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Along the route, many of <strong>Singapore\u2019s most iconic landmarks<\/strong> come into view, including the <strong>Raffles Landing Site<\/strong>, the <span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/merlion\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Merlion: Singapore\u2019s Iconic Landmark and Must-See Attraction\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Merlion<\/strong><\/a><\/span>, and <strong><span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/mbstips\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Marina Bay Sands: Your Ultimate 2025 Guide to Singapore\u2019s Icon\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\">Marina Bay Sands<\/a><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The cruise offers a fresh perspective of the city, allowing passengers to enjoy the <strong>sights from the tranquil waters<\/strong> instead of the bustling streets.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Jetty\">Boarding Points: 3 Jetties<\/h3>\n<p><strong>7 jetties<\/strong> dot both banks of the Singapore River, stretching from its upper reaches down to Marina Bay.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1XjzHSnCkWz0M9g0gxBwfjX9GEglQa-I&amp;ehbc=888888&amp;hl=en\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Before the pandemic, it was possible to hop on and off at any jetty along the route. As of November 2025, however, only <strong>3 jetties<\/strong> are operational: <strong>Clarke Quay<\/strong>, <strong>Clifford Pier<\/strong>, and <strong>Bayfront South<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"headers\" style=\"width: 10%;\">\u00a0<\/th>\n<th class=\"headers\" style=\"width: 33%;\">Location<\/th>\n<th class=\"headers\" style=\"width: 57%;\">Note<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2460<\/th>\n<td><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/zN897F4Fs1gPa6SB9\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #cc0000; text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\"><span><strong>Clarke Quay<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>In front of Hooters. Main boarding point for river cruises.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>\u2461<\/strong><\/th>\n<td><strong>Read Bridge<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Near Jumbo, the famous Chilli Crab restaurant at Riverside Point.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2462<\/th>\n<td><strong>Boat Quay<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Situated in the middle of Boat Quay\u2019s vibrant riverside dining strip.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2463<\/th>\n<td><strong>Fullerton<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Next to The Fullerton Hotel.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2464<\/th>\n<td><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/XffGW2tKbEA4ovnJ7\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Clifford Pier<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>Jetty in front of The Fullerton Bay Hotel.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2465<\/th>\n<td><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/xwA5yKUfiR96cas96\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span>Bayfront South<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>Jetty on the southern bank of Marina Bay Sands.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">\u2466<\/th>\n<td><strong>Promenade<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Near the giant observation wheel, the Singapore Flyer.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Clarke Quay serves as the main hub<\/strong> for river cruises, handling the highest number of departures and passengers. Both Clifford Pier and Bayfront South have limited departures and operating hours, so planning ahead is recommended.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Operation\">Operating Hours<\/h3>\n<p>The operating hours for the river cruise are as follows:<\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"headers\" style=\"width: 40%;\">Jetty<\/th>\n<th class=\"headers\" style=\"width: 60%;\">Operating Hours<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Clarke Quay<\/th>\n<td>Mon-Thu: 11am to 10pm \/ Fri-Sun: 10am to 10:30pm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Clifford Pier<\/th>\n<td>Daily: 10am to 8pm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Bayfront South<\/th>\n<td>Daily: 10am to 8pm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The last cruise departs from Clarke Quay at 9pm, Monday to Thursday, and at 9:30pm, Friday to Sunday.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_MarinaBay-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"River Cruise sailing around Marina Bay\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-54303 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The cruise takes about <strong>40 minutes<\/strong> to complete a full loop.<\/p>\n<p>Cruises are enjoyable at any time of day\u2014morning, afternoon, or evening\u2014but <strong>the most magical time to join is after sunset<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>As the evening breeze drifts across the river and city lights shimmer on the water, the night cruise offers an <strong>unforgettable view of Singapore\u2019s skyline<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Singapore River Cruise<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Website<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rivercruise.com.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rivercruise.com.sg\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Duration<\/strong>Approx. 40-min loop<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"Ticket\" class=\"H2SubEng\">02<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Ticket Information<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"Price\">Ticket Prices and Booking<\/h3>\n<p>Here are the ticket prices for the River Cruise:<\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<caption style=\"caption-side: bottom; font-size: smaller; text-align: right;\">Child: 3-12 years old<\/caption>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"headers\" style=\"width: 40%;\">\u00a0<\/th>\n<th class=\"headers\" style=\"width: 30%;\">Adult<\/th>\n<th class=\"headers\" style=\"width: 30%;\">Child<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>River Cruise<\/th>\n<td>$28<\/td>\n<td>$18<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Tickets can be purchased at the <strong>ticket booth next to the jetty<\/strong>. Alternatively, tickets can be booked online through <a href=\"\/\/ck.jp.ap.valuecommerce.com\/servlet\/referral?sid=3351386&amp;pid=889570467&amp;vc_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.klook.com%2Fen-US%2Factivity%2F3846-river-cruise-singapore%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span style=\"color: #cc0000;\">Klook<\/span><\/strong><\/a>, a leading platform for attractions and experiences in Singapore.<\/p>\n<div class=\"btn-wrap\"><a class=\"btn btn-c\" href=\"\/\/ck.jp.ap.valuecommerce.com\/servlet\/referral?sid=3351386&amp;pid=889570467&amp;vc_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.klook.com%2Fen-US%2Factivity%2F3846-river-cruise-singapore%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span class=\"spot\">Book Smart, Save Big!<\/span><br \/>\nSingapore River Cruise<br \/>\n= Best Ticket Deals on Klook =<\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Booth\">Ticket Booth at Clarke Quay<\/h3>\n<p>The ticket booth is located next to the Clarke Quay Jetty.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14121\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-14121 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_TicketBooth-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Ticket booth for the Singapore River Cruise\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ticket booth at Clarke Quay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>For tickets purchased via Klook, simply present the <strong>QR code from your e-ticket<\/strong> on your smartphone (no need to print it) to exchange it for a physical ticket.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14118 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_Ticket-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Singapore River Cruise ticket\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"Highlights\" class=\"H2SubEng\">03<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span>River Cruise Highlights<\/span><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 id=\"ClarkeQuay\">Night Cruise from Clarke Quay<\/h3>\n<p>The Clarke Quay jetty for the River Cruise (<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/HisfxEeL4iCyJqnw5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">map<\/a>) is about a <strong>5-minute walk from Exit E of Clarke Quay MRT Station<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Lined with riverside bars and restaurants, Clarke Quay transforms into a <strong>vibrant nightlife destination<\/strong>, beautifully lit after dark.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14044 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_ClarkeQuay-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Clarke Quay jetty for the Singapore River Cruise\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A <strong>retro wooden boat<\/strong>, modelled after the traditional <strong>tongkang<\/strong> that once plied the Singapore River during its early trading days, is used for the River Cruise.<\/p>\n<p>The compact boat accommodates about <strong>45 passengers<\/strong> and offers two seating areas \u2014 covered bench seats at the front and an open-air deck at the rear. Seating is not assigned\u2014passengers choose their preferred spots on a <strong>first-come, first-served basis.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_BoatQuayNight-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"River Cruise passing by the skyscrapers of Boat Quay\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-54301 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The boat sets off from Clarke Quay, gliding gently downstream.<\/p>\n<p>Along the riverside, <strong>Boat Quay<\/strong> unfolds with its vibrant mix of waterfront restaurants and high-rise office buildings. As the boat cruises along, a pleasant breeze sweeps through the cabin, enhancing the experience of the scenic river views.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23662 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_Window-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"View from the window of a River Cruise boat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Fullerton Hotel<\/strong> stands at the mouth of the Singapore River, where it opens into Marina Bay.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14050\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-14050 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_Fullerton-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Passing the Fullerton Hotel on the Singapore River Cruise\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cavenagh Bridge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Passing beneath the beautifully illuminated <strong>Cavenagh and Anderson Bridges<\/strong>, Marina Bay awaits just ahead.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Merlion\">Face the Merlion Head-On!<\/h3>\n<p>Standing guard at the entrance to the bay is Singapore\u2019s legendary icon\u2014the <strong><span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/merlion\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Merlion: Singapore\u2019s Iconic Landmark and Must-See Attraction\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\">Merlion<\/a><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This river cruise offers a unique vantage point, providing a rare, face-to-face view of the Merlion from the water.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14115 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_Merlion-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Viewing the Merlion from the Singapore River Cruise boat\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To ensure everyone gets the <strong>perfect photo<\/strong>, the boat makes gentle turns from side to side.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"MBS\">Front-Row View of Marina Bay Sands<\/h3>\n<p>Leaving the Merlion behind, the boat makes a gentle loop around Marina Bay, arriving in front of <strong><span style=\"color: #cc0000;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/en\/mbstips\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Marina Bay Sands: Your Ultimate 2025 Guide to Singapore\u2019s Icon\" style=\"color: #cc0000;\" rel=\"noopener\">Marina Bay Sands<\/a><\/span><\/strong> for the cruise\u2019s highlight.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23684 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_Highlight-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"River Cruise passing in front of Marina Bay Sands\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Every evening at 8pm and 9pm (with an additional 10pm show on Fridays and Saturdays), Marina Bay comes alive with <strong>Spectra<\/strong>, a dazzling light and water show.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_LaserShow-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Spectra light and water show at Marina Bay, viewed from the River Cruise\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31872 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The best way to experience Spectra is aboard the <strong>Laser Show Cruise<\/strong>, offering a front-row view from the gentle sway of the river.<\/p>\n<p>This special cruise departs <strong>twice daily, at 7:30pm and 8:30pm, from Clarke Quay<\/strong>. Tickets are priced at $42 for adults and $28 for children.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_Spectra-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Spectra light and water show at Marina Bay, viewed from the River Cruise\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31871 size-medium\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The shimmering Marina Bay Sands, reflected on the water, provides a <strong>perfect grand finale<\/strong> to the river cruise.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>SPECTRA \u2014 A Light &amp; Water Show<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Time<\/strong>Sun\u2013Thu: 8pm &amp; 9pm \/ Fri &amp; Sat: 8pm, 9pm &amp; 10pm<\/p>\n<p><strong>Duration<\/strong>15 minutes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"FinalThoughts\" class=\"H2SubEng\">04<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Singapore\u2019s skyline<\/strong>, bathed in shimmering light, is a breathtaking sight.<\/p>\n<p>Gliding slowly through a sea of radiance feels like drifting across the Milky Way \u2014 an unforgettable dreamlike journey.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14047 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/merlion-channel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/RiverCruise_Skyscraper-600x440.jpg\" alt=\"Singapore River Cruise sailing toward the financial district skyscrapers\" width=\"600\" height=\"440\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>River Cruise<\/strong> delights visitors of all ages and is a <strong>must-try attraction<\/strong> on any visit to Singapore.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<h4>Singapore River Cruise<\/h4>\n<div class=\"infocard\">\n<p><strong>Map <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/qGvVfD736NrfoTUbA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Canning Ln, Singapore<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Website <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rivercruise.com.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/rivercruise.com.sg\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn-wrap\"><a class=\"btn btn-c\" href=\"\/\/ck.jp.ap.valuecommerce.com\/servlet\/referral?sid=3351386&amp;pid=889570467&amp;vc_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.klook.com%2Fen-US%2Factivity%2F3846-river-cruise-singapore%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span class=\"spot\">Book Smart, Save Big!<\/span><br \/>\nSingapore River Cruise<br \/>\n= Best Ticket Deals on Klook =<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Flowing through the heart of the city, the Singapore River has long shaped the city\u2019s identity. 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