Boat Quay is a short stretch along the Singapore River, a short walk from Merlion Park. A row of colourful houses, restaurants, bars and views of skyscrapers - just what you expect from Singapore.

It's more of a stopping off point than a standalone attraction, perhaps when walking between Marina Bay and Chinatown.

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What to expect

• Restaurants along the water (rather expensive and often quite touristy)
• bars and evening atmosphere
• views of the downtown skyline
• shopping in the adjacent Clarke Quay shopping centre
• Tourist boat boarding point

💡 Alternative: visit one of the many authentic hawker centres with local and cheap cuisine - I liked the Chinatown Complex Food Centre best.

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