Singapore Boy: The Civic District with Hossan Leong

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Singapore audio tour: Singapore Boy: The Civic District with Hossan Leong

This is a 1.7mi walking tour

It takes an average of 60 mins to complete.

Singapore

$6.99

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About the Tour

Take a walk around Marina Bay with Hossan Leong, the well-known local comedian and Singapore Boy.

You'll hear intimate anecdotes from throughout his career, from his high-school days at the Anglo-Chinese School, to his first one-man stand-up show at the Victoria Theatre, to his role as the MC on National Day, when he had to keep 15,000 people entertained at the Marina Bay Float. You'll also get to know some of Singapore's most popular cultural institutions, and of course you'll laugh all the way.

Hossan loves taking jabs at the establishment, and may occasionally aim a jab at you, dear listener. Just make sure you always double-confirm before crossing the road!

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Hossan Leong

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Hossan Leong, Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (the Order of Arts and Letters), is one of Singapore’s most loved and recognised entertainers. Affectionately known as ‘Singapore Boy’, Hossan is a consummate performer whose skills include singing, dancing, acting, piano playing, and stand-up comedy.

Preview Location

Location 6

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Major Landmarks

Asian Civilisations Museum
The Dalhousie Obelisk
Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall
Arts House
Padang
Esplanade
Helix Bridge
National Gallery Singapore

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Getting There

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Start location
1 Raffles Pl, L61-62, Singapore 048616
Total distance

3km
Final location
10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956
Distance back to start location

1km

Directions to Starting Point

26-27 Boat Quay, Bonham St, 049782

The starting point is on the riverbank between The Penny Black pub and the Raffles Place towerblock.

To get there, head to the end of North Canal Road, and then towards the river.

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Places to stop along the way

Asian Civilisations Museum, The Dalhousie Obelisk, Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall, Timbre, National Gallery, Padang, Esplanade, The Float @Marina Bay Grandstand, Helix Bridge

Best time of day

Any time is fine, but we recommend doing the walk after drinks at Boat Quay or before a show at one of the many performing arts venues in the Civic District.

Precautions

Make sure you always double-confirm when crossing roads. If you're doing the walk during the day, bring some water along.

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“Great app. walk around at your own pace, stop where you want, move on or speed up when you want. Read the script before you go or during the commentary, speed it up or replay it. Repeat the tour whenever you like.”