Boat Quay
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Neighbourhood: Raffles Place
How to get there
- Raffles Place • 3 min walk
- Telok Ayer • 6 min walk
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801 within 10 kms
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- Tim WPerth, Australia31 contributionsPlaces to EatAfter being recommended by a friend who lives in Singapore we went to the Dallas Bar which is owned by an Aussie. There are heaps of restaurants all trying to bid for your custom. Our Naval friend told us about one restaurant that made Chicken Parmies the size of the plate & the place is owned by an Australian. The beers are nice and cold, parmies were massive and the service excellent. I had a steak which was delicious. Definitely go back again.Visited August 2019Written 16 January 2020
- Vinkags PSingapore, Singapore13 contributionsThe most central quay next to raffles placeIf you dont like having beer and noisy pub on the other side of boat quay, you can enjoy the peace at the museum side like I did. I love the vibe here. It is the place I met the love of my life too. Extremely recomend to couples to visit boat quay, sitting in front of Empress restaurant the light is gentle and the breezy feeling.Visited January 2020Written 9 January 2020
- Stefan SSingapore, Singapore722 contributionsRiverside Dining and Pubbing with Great ViewAny Singaporean old enough to drink, party and pubbing in the 90s would have fond memories of Boat Quay. Easily accessible by any public transport, Boat Quay had been a centre of Singapore pubbing, eat and drink culture since the 90s and also an important part of Singapore's skyline feature. Used to be the coolie house and godowns in Singapore's founding years, it transformed into a haven for riverside pubbing and alfresco dining. Since the 90s saw many trend reshaping the demographics. Started out with many pubs and clubs with live performances, then slowly evolved onto riverlined restaurants serving moderate to high end fares to tourists as the pubs moved to its alleys and back street circular road. A few years back as it dwindles, an initiative started to make the back street, circular road pedestrians only on weekend's evening to bring back party goers. Now, in the Pandemic 2020 its quite a challenge for all the tenants and stakeholders. Hopefully when tourism resumes Boat Quay will return its formal gloryVisited September 2020Travelled soloWritten 9 September 2020
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Abhay Mehta
Udaipur, India235 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
Nice place to hangout but little expensive. You can enjoy riverside dinner in any of the cafe but has to book the table in advance especially on weekend.
Written 28 July 2023
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andyh67186334
Coalville, UK6,814 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
I walked past Boat Quay virtually every day on my 7 night visit to Singapore. It's not really that busy during the day, and comes alive at night. It's a great walk to reach the city and is littered with shops, bars and restaurants. The statue of Sir Stamford Raffles is located there.
Written 31 May 2023
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DipuKV
Pune, India2,135 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
Vibrant at night with diners relishing the food & the surroundings, Boat Quay is great for a morning walk as well. Nice for clicks.
Written 10 March 2023
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farrj
Wirral, UK538 contributions
Feb 2023
On the banks of the Singapore River and only a few minutes walk from the Merlion Fountain of Marina Bay, Boat Quay comprises of a row of old colonial style low rise buildings housing a large number of bars and restaurants with a very wide variety of cuisines. All have dining / drinking areas on decking overlooking the river, and for Singapore the prices are reasonable.
A great place to visit and enjoy relaxing food and drink in this amazing city.
A great place to visit and enjoy relaxing food and drink in this amazing city.
Written 9 March 2023
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Manchester, UK4,118 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
This reasonably small area is set around the water and it’s very historic indeed.
You see several old buildings which is a stark contrast to the tower blocks around them, but it adds to the appeal.
It is lined with lots of bars and restaurants and they all looked pretty good. You do get a little bit of pressure from Their representatives outside trying to get you in but it’s done with a good nature and isn’t too intense.
We just found a shady spot and had a rest whilst enjoying the impressive spectacle around us.
You see several old buildings which is a stark contrast to the tower blocks around them, but it adds to the appeal.
It is lined with lots of bars and restaurants and they all looked pretty good. You do get a little bit of pressure from Their representatives outside trying to get you in but it’s done with a good nature and isn’t too intense.
We just found a shady spot and had a rest whilst enjoying the impressive spectacle around us.
Written 9 March 2023
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SPAN_Edgbaston
Southampton, UK108 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Still the same reliable prettily-lit-up strip of the river offering every conceivable kind of cuisine. Good to see the old Penny Black survived the pandemic, just. Places still have the inflated prices only affordable for expats on expenses. If you don’t mind a view of a road rather than the river while you eat, pop round to the restaurants at the back of the quay - you’ll get much the same selection of food at lower cost.
Written 3 March 2023
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MJNTRAVEL
Vancouver Island, Canada81 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
Boat quay has changed and is now more of a tourist destination. It remains an interesting area to explore all through and capture great images of the old and new. The food was good but extremely expensive vs other areas of Singapore with small portions. I would be cautious eating here and do your research
Written 26 February 2023
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𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒐
Jakarta, Indonesia710 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
One of a must visit when you want to enjoy good food, beautiful riverside view,and nice skyscrappers line in singapore. Better to come after dusk to night time, when it glows more with lights from everyehere. The food serve good in many restos, seafood, thai, indian, japanese, even irish pub. Stunning indeed.
Written 16 January 2023
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Adventure Diva
Manchester, CT2,054 contributions
Sep 2022 • Friends
Located in the Raffle Place neighborhood (about a three- minute walk), this place is hopping at night by the water. Everything comes alive with tourists and local residents. If you can, try to get a table by the water to get a wonderful view of the Marina Bay Sands illuminated.
Written 3 January 2023
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mvpj1812
Manchester, UK100 contributions
Nov 2022
Spent a relaxed late afternoon/evening at Charlie's bar on Boat Quay. A few beers and some tapas with friendly service.
Written 14 November 2022
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MarieN438
Crans-Montana, Switzerland17 contributions
Avons manger 2 soirs dans ce restaurant nourriture excellente et de très bon vin le personnel au petit soin et madame la patronne très agréable à même réussi à nous faire découvrir l absinthe .on recommande cet établicement à nos amis installé à Samui de venir le découvrir lors de leurs visite à Singapour
MrittikaRoy
Kolkata (Calcutta), India66 contributions
Hello,
This is Mrittika from India.
Am visiting Singapore from 23-Feb'15 till 1-Mar'15 for vacation along with my parents. Would like to know about the entry fee per adult for this destination. Let me know the popular restaurants or cafés onsite/nearby? Also, how do I get there using public transportation from Hotel Park Sovereign-Albert?
Thanks.
Fabian G
London, UK217 contributions
Well, you got all the answers in the tourist books already, but if you want to see the real Singapore you have to get away from tourist locations - but that of course depedns what kind of traveler you are. The key event in Singapore is on Feb 3rd, the Tamil Hindu festival of Thaipusam which is spectacular to watch ... Regarding food, try eating like the locals - the Boat Quay and so on are all expensive and for tourists, and to be honest, not that great. Maybe try hawker centers around Geylang or any other area you find yourself in. A favorite out of town in the West is the Big Eater Seafood Restaurant, Blk 964 Jurong West Street 91 - closest MRT is Pioneer, or go by taxi. Have fun ....
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- We recommend booking Boat Quay tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 8 Boat Quay tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Boat Quay:
- Half Day or Full Day Private Custom Walking Tour of Singapore (From S$298.32)
- Singapore Night Tour with a Local: Private & 100% Personalized (From S$208.93)
- 4-Hour Singapore Chauffeured City Tour (From S$385.10)
- The Civic District with Singapore Boy Hossan Leong: A Self-Guided Audio Tour (From S$7.10)
- Private City Kickstart Tour: Singapore (From S$70.03)
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- (0.38 km) AMOY Hotel by Far East Hospitality
- Restaurants near Boat Quay:
- (0.03 km) The Salad Shop (Singapore)
- (0.04 km) Joji's Diner
- (0.04 km) Hawker Chan - Jurassic Nest
- (0.04 km) Cherki
- (0.04 km) Cappa Sweets
- Attractions near Boat Quay:
- (0.04 km) Sky Garden at CapitaSpring
- (0.04 km) Jln Selaseh Playground
- (0.04 km) Peace Centre
- (0.04 km) Taksu Art Gallery
- (0.04 km) Fann Origins Beauty Wellness