Traditions & Heritage • 4 hours 5.0 (6)

Experience Singapore’s Future living

Explore Singapore's futuristic architecture & local lifestyle. Discover how we overcame the odds to create a global garden city in under 50 years!

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Immerse yourself in Singaporean architecture at the Urban Redevelopment Authority.
  • Witness the evolution of housing at Pinnacle at Duxton, where you can see the future of residential living.
  • Be captivated by the avant-garde design of ParkRoyal at Pickering, offering an immersive glimpse into the future of hospitality.
  • Peek into tomorrow's workspace at Capita Spring, redefining the office experience.
  • Go on a journey of discovery at the National Gallery, where the future of learning is brought to life.
  • Step into the Marina One Show Gallery to witness the future of work taking shape.
  • Indulge in unparalleled dining, shopping, and entertainment at the iconic Marina Bay Sands.
  • Uncover innovative experiences at the ArtScience Museum, where art meets technology in unprecedented ways.

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Per person
Hosted experience lasting up to 4 hours.
Private and tailored to your group only
Public transportation included
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Additional transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), 45 Maxwell Rd, Singapore 069118

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

I have meticulously created this experience to help you immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Singapore’s local living and architecture and get a glimpse of what the future will look like. I like to think that I’m quite the go-to person for curating this kind of experience, as my two passions in life are architecture and this incredible city I call home. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime, uncovering the beauty of Singapore with a local host.

 

The first stop in any Singaporean architectural experience has to be the Urban Redevelopment Authority. This spot is where the city’s future is being planned out, and everyone I’ve ever brought here has found it endlessly fascinating. You won’t regret this, even if it’s just for the scale models. Your host will take you from the past to the present day and paint the picture of the decisions and plans that are made here.

 

Pinnacle@Duxton is next on your agenda. This is one of my personal favorites. It inspires a sense of excitement about what you can expect from your future home. The amazing sky bridges, vertical gardens, and towering structures leave you with a sense of what is possible and, maybe, what's to come. I, for one, can’t wait for it! 

 

Your host will then lead you to ParkRoyal@Pickering. It has such an interesting atmosphere, and the hotel combines sustainability with luxury. Your host will be able to unpack all the impressive innovations contained here. Not only does this location speak to the future it is also an amazing spot to get photos right now. I’d have to put this as one of my top recommendations for first-time visitors!

 

Then, you’ll have the chance to view tomorrow's workplace at CapitaSpring! Don’t worry; this isn't just a boring office tour: Think about cutting-edge designs, collaborative spaces, and out-of-this-world technology. You have to see it to believe it. There is a nice little extra as well; don’t forget to stop for a quick bite at the Japanese restaurant on the 51st floor, Oumi. So worth it!

 

And, of course, you can’t visit Singapore without having a knowledgeable local host take you to the National Gallery Singapore. Here, you’ll come to realize there’s nothing quite like Singaporean art and architecture. Many have told me it’s a truly unique experience. Its the perfect balance of the modern and contemporary. Learn all about the inspiration behind many of the city's developments and how art has played an important part.

 

Next up is the Marina One Show Gallery. The building includes offices, residences, retail shopping, and restaurants; can you imagine never having to leave your building? It’s a glimpse into tomorrow's environment. There is a lot to take in here and your host will ensure you get all the must knows.

 

Before you finish, you have to get a look at one of my favorite views of the city! Marina Bay Sands is not just beautiful; it’s also incredibly convenient. It’s the perfect stop for all of your dining, shopping, and leisure needs. You’ve no doubt seen many photographs and videos of this place; it's time to make your own. The buildings, surroundings and views are wonderful, and there is so much to talk about here you’ll struggle to keep to your timings. Fortunately, that's what your host is for; it's time to move on.

 

Finally, you'll conclude your experience at the ArtScience Museum. It’s an incredibly fun, immersive experience of art, science, and technology (a must for those with kids). There are lots of things that you can get involved in, put your hands on, learn about, and witness. Like the gallery before, it's easy to find many of the inspirations of the city contained within the walls of this museum.

 

Each stop on your itinerary offers a different perspective of Singapore's modern living,  architectural history, and future, a topic dear to my heart. Singapore's architecture reflects its spirit of innovation and resilience, inspired by art and science. This is truly the best way to understand and experience Singapore. I'm thrilled to share with you the beauty of it all with your new local buddy.

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What travelers think of this experience

Scott Apr 2025

Enjoyed our host's depth of local history and culture. Benefitted from his tips on hawker center etiquette; this made us feel more confident in our own explorations.

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Susan Apr 2025

Thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience.

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Greg Apr 2025

Although normally more than one guest are on the tour. I was fortunate enough to be the only guest which made for an amazing personalized solo experience. My guide was local informative, accommodating, and really brought a personalized touch to the experience. Highly recommend. Just know there’s a lot of food samplings so don’t eat a big breakfast.

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Joanne Apr 2025

Guide was fabulous and customized the tour based on our interests. Colin was not only informative on the tour but also before and after.

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David Apr 2025

We booked this walking tour to learn more about Singapore and see some of main sites. After completing the City Unscripted questionnaire we were assigned Roy as our guide. Prior to the tour Roy introduced himself and gave us details on our meeting point. Roy was the perfect guide and host for us. He was friendly, approachable, outgoing and a great communicator. He had designed a tour which took in Chinatown and the Central Business District, which he adapted on the day due to the slightly rainy weather and this worked perfectly. We learned so much about the history and culture of Singapore as well as seeing so many places during our 4 hour tour. Throughout the tour Roy took photos of us, capturing great moments and helping us make some fantastic memories. We would highly recommend this walking tour and our wonderful guide Roy!

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Barbra Apr 2025

Fantastic tour with Jon. Highly recommend. He was entertaining and funny and had so many stories to teach us about the history of Singapore to go along with the delicious food. He listened to our dietary requests and showed us an amazing time.

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