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Clarke Quay
Clarke Quay is Singapore's riverside nightlife and dining precinct, a cluster of restored warehouse shophouses turned bars, clubs and restaurants along the Singapore River. It sits right by Boat Quay and the historic Riverwalk, making it a lively hub after dark and a scenic stroll by day.
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attraction Fort Canning Park: Clarke Quay Travel Guide (4.6★)
Fort Canning Park in Clarke Quay is a 24-hour hilltop green space in central Singapore, a short walk from the Clarke Quay riverside and Fort Canning MRT station. 4.6★ (12,006 reviews) — what visitors say, hours, and tips.
attraction CQ @ Clarke Quay: Travel Guide
CQ @ Clarke Quay is the cluster of restored 19th-century godowns (riverside warehouses) at 3 River Valley Road that anchors Clarke Quay's restaurant and nightlife scene along the Singapore River.
attraction Tan Si Chong Su Temple: Clarke Quay Travel Guide
Tan Si Chong Su Temple sits at 15 Magazine Road, a five-minute walk from the Clarke Quay riverside towards Havelock Road, and it's open daily 9am–9pm.
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Frequently asked questions about Clarke Quay
How do I get to Clarke Quay?
Clarke Quay is served directly by Clarke Quay MRT Station (NE5) on the North East Line, underground beneath The Central mall. From Changi Airport, the generic reliable route is the MRT network via a line change (roughly the Expo/Chinatown corridor), taking ~50 minutes; a taxi from the airport takes ~20 minutes.
How many days should I spend in Clarke Quay?
Half a day (or an evening) is enough to cover Clarke Quay's riverside walk, shops and dining/nightlife scene, though it pairs well as a stop within a longer day exploring the nearby Singapore River, Boat Quay and Chinatown.
What is Clarke Quay known for?
Clarke Quay is Singapore's riverside nightlife and dining precinct, a cluster of restored warehouse shophouses turned bars, clubs and restaurants along the Singapore River. It sits right by Boat Quay and the historic Riverwalk, making it a lively hub after dark and a scenic stroll by day.