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Singapore’s History of Trade: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

About this experience

A walk from the beautifully preserved ethnic area of Chinatown to the modern skyscrapers of Boat Quay, this self-guided audio tour's route traces the history of trade from the time of its founding in 1819 through to the economic and cultural marvel that is modern Singapore.

Your guide, Kenn Delbridge is a 20-year resident of Singapore, who runs an audio studio that creates soundtracks and soundscapes for international broadcasters like BBC, National Geographic and Discovery Channel, and he's produced numerous audiobooks that focus on city walks.

This tour is ready whenever you are. Simply download the tour using the VoiceMap app while in a wifi zone.

At a glance

  • Duration: 50 min–1 hr 15 min
  • Private experience

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Singapore's History of Trade: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Plan your experience

Time on the tour50 min–1 hr 15 min
Guide languagesEnglish (audio guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 50 min–1 hr 15 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

  • Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

Itinerary and highlights

The tour starts outside the Chinatown Heritage Centre.

The tour passes through the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple

The tour passes Sri Mariamman Temple.

The tour passes Masjid Jamae (Chulia).

The tour passes over the Singapore River.

The tour passes the Parliament Of Singapore

The tour passes the Statue of Sir Stamford Raffles.

The tour passes over the Cavenagh Bridge.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Audio
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • VoiceMap Audio Tours

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 50 min–1 hr 15 min.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (audio guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 6+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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