Clarke Quay
Clarke Quay is located in the central area of Singapore, situated by the Singapore River, covering an area of over 50 acres. It was once a maritime trade and cargo exchange site, consisting of five colorful buildings with more than 60 warehouses and shophouses, all of which retain their 19th-century appearance, reflecting the historical significance of the docks and warehouses.
There used to be a wharf along the Singapore River for unloading goods, which has now been transformed into a commercial consumption place that combines shopping, dining, and entertainment. Especially at night, the area is brightly lit, bustling with crowds, and filled with the joyous atmosphere of a festival. This is the famous Clarke Quay in Singapore City, a must-visit spot for tourists. We visited here on the evening of July 29, 2023.
Clarke Quay's riverside buildings, originally used for storage and cargo, have been converted into restaurants, bars, and entertainment centers. The most eye-catching at night are the open-air bars along the river, with their various exquisite decorative lights, flamboyant and dazzling, attracting everyone's attention.
Both sides of the river are filled with tourists. Groups of young people, drawn by the lifestyle and tastes, have undoubtedly become regulars there. Only we were deeply observing this world of glitz and glamour, without feeling out of place, but sometimes feeling a sense of alienation as times change.
The riverboats carry tourists along the Singapore River, offering views of the riverside scenery. Along the way, one can also admire the Merlion, the Durian Pavilion (Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay), and the financial center skyscrapers. There is also a direct boat to the observation wheel at the mouth of the Singapore River.
The canopy of Clarke Quay is one of its distinctive features, stretching endlessly and covering almost the entire dock area, providing shelter from the unpredictable Singapore climate. During the day, the canopy is transparent and unremarkable. But at night, it begins to exude a charming magic, changing colors with the rhythm, full of charm.
Humans are innately phototropic, and the commercial landmark effect of Clarke Quay is instantly showcased under the illumination of lights. Coupled with the twinkling stars reflected from the transparent glass curtain walls, the leisurely atmosphere is fully embodied at Clarke Quay.
Paradox Singapore @Clarke Quay, with a grand and spacious area at lobby.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
stunning view along the Clarke Quay riversides, with alot of eateries and restaurants.👍🏻💫💫
went for a night river cruise at Clark Quay in August this year . worth visiting !
Clarke Quay is the newest entertainment venue in downtown Singapore, located by the Singapore River, an entertainment paradise integrating shopping, eating and entertainment. This was once a small pier for unloading cargo. After development, this pier is not the same as before, and it has become the latest entertainment venue in downtown Singapore. Clarke Quay is known as Singapore's "heartbeat of downtown nightlife" and is Singapore's top five must-visit resorts. The area was further enhanced by the 165-metre Ferris wheel built on the shore of the pier lake in 2008. You will feel that the pier seems to be in a festive atmosphere all day long, and the street bars and restaurants make the atmosphere very happy and relaxed.
The scenery is very good, no matter at dusk or night, the scenery on both sides of the Straits is very good, both the sight of the bustling metropolis, and the romantic artistic atmosphere and architecture.
There are three piers in total, where to get on the boat, but the boat can not be on the middle of the boat, the price is average, about 40 minutes back and forth, it is still possible to take pictures, very good film, passing by Clarke Quay in the middle