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Horrors of WWII Walking Tour
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Duration
2h 30min
Meeting point
City Hall MRT Station Exit B (Street Level)
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Highlights:
- St Andrew’s Cathedral.
- National Gallery Singapore (Former City Hall & Supreme Court).
- Padang.
- Victoria Theatre & Concert Hall.
- Lim Bo Seng Memorial.
- Indian National Army Monument Marker.
- Cenotaph.
- Civilian War Memorial.
- Raffles Hotel.
- Chijmes.
Description:
Behind the gleaming skyscrapers of Singapore hide the deep, dark scars of people who are haunted by the memories of explosive air raids, survived a horrific massacre, and endured torture, rape, and starvation just decades ago.
As we walk through WWII sites together, we learn about Singapore's wartime history and how we went from the Gibraltar of the East to the “worst and largest capitulation in British history” within days. We remember the thousands of innocent lives lost and the heroes and heroines who stepped up to make the ultimate sacrifice so the rest of us can live.
This story is told by Ping, whose family members survived the war and shared their traumatic encounters with her.
- St Andrew’s Cathedral.
- National Gallery Singapore (Former City Hall & Supreme Court).
- Padang.
- Victoria Theatre & Concert Hall.
- Lim Bo Seng Memorial.
- Indian National Army Monument Marker.
- Cenotaph.
- Civilian War Memorial.
- Raffles Hotel.
- Chijmes.
Description:
Behind the gleaming skyscrapers of Singapore hide the deep, dark scars of people who are haunted by the memories of explosive air raids, survived a horrific massacre, and endured torture, rape, and starvation just decades ago.
As we walk through WWII sites together, we learn about Singapore's wartime history and how we went from the Gibraltar of the East to the “worst and largest capitulation in British history” within days. We remember the thousands of innocent lives lost and the heroes and heroines who stepped up to make the ultimate sacrifice so the rest of us can live.
This story is told by Ping, whose family members survived the war and shared their traumatic encounters with her.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- St Andrew's Cathedral
- Civilian War Memorial
- Singapore Cenotaph
- Indian National Army Historic Marker
- National Gallery Singapore
- Victoria Theatre
- CHIJMES
- Lim Bo Seng Memorial
- Raffles Hotel
- English-speaking licensed tourist guide.
On arrival
Please meet the guide at City Hall MRT Station Exit B (Street Level) at 1425 hrs. The tour will start at 1430 hrs.
Things to note
Please wear comfortable footwear and bring a bottle of water.
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to $50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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