Suggestions for Bridge near Singapore River, Singapore

Ren R. • December 8, 2010Great place to hang out, go people-watching, and drink! Cheap drinks at the nearby 7-11 and the slightly less nearby Cheers.

Cheen T. • February 7, 2014This is interesting. It was referred to as the "New Bridge" (2nd to be built across river), lending its name to the road on its southern end — New Bridge Road. Source: Wikipedia

Amber Z. • July 31, 2024As a Shanghainese I’ve gotta say this one looks a lot like the Garden Bridge that the British built in SH😂

M W. • November 13, 2012Ongoing renovations to connect both sides in one nice long park connector.

Cheen T. • August 9, 2021While there were other bridges built before 1869, this bridge holds the title of the oldest bridge in Singapore because it still exists in its original form. Well-built champion 🏆

Cheen T. • August 4, 2019The National Heritage Board (NHB) pointed out that its design bears close resemblance to the old Victoria Bridge over Brisbane River. Source: Sunday Times. Photo: Queensland State Archives

TheEagerTraveller.com • March 3, 2013When Gardens by the Bay becomes too hot, you can always take the bridge back to Marina Bay Sands.

Sherlyn L. • August 14, 2011The bridge my hubby and I shared our sweet memory.

Thanathip M. • April 9, 2012This bridge has been named after an island in Singapore River. This island is no longer in the river, it should be somewhere at Robertson Quay.

Cheen T. • August 14, 2021Pedestrian bridge was constructed in 1999, named after Tan Jiak Kim, a prominent Straits-born Chinese merchant, & grandson of Tan Kim Seng. Kim Seng Bridge nearby is named after him. Source: Wikipedia

Amber Z. • November 30, 2024Completed in 2000. 55 meters long and is designed to resemble a tongkang, a traditional light boat used to transport goods across the river. Connects the north bank to the Tiong Bahru area easily.

M W. • November 13, 2012There's an underpass for you to cross the road. Don't cross on top, the cars are fast!

Cheen T. • August 14, 2021Bridge was also called Toddy Bridge (due to proximity to liquor shops), or Ordnance Bridge (coincidence, but there was a ordnance/munition depot nearby). Source: Wikipedia

Elise ❥. • June 11, 2023Very wide bridge with beautiful view of Singapore’s city landscape. One of my fave places to drive on! You can also walk across it!

Cheen T. • March 1, 2023There are 4 staircases (2 for each direction, & on each bank of the river) for pedestrians & cyclist to get on/off the bridge

Jaze G. • July 20, 2014Nice place, nice drinks, nice shisha, nice vibe, nice people. Shall make it a weekly night-out place

J-OSL • October 6, 2015A long bridge crossing Singapore river between Esplanade and Merlion. It s very fantastic at night time, cool and great lighting.

Cheen T. • August 14, 2021Did u know? Bridge opened on 29 Mar 2015, a month earlier than planned, for state funeral procession for SG’s founding father Lee Kuan Yew. He had suggested building the bridge. Source: Straits Times

aixin .. • October 9, 2010try the peanut icecream from the mobile ice cream kiosk near the bridge

Jeffrey G. • May 17, 2010Why is there still a gap between the bridge n Bugis Junction entrance?

Chachi L. • February 14, 2014To save money, you can drink by the bridge. Nice view of the river and a different experience of enjoying Singapore

Oka C. • March 13, 2011One of the best Pedestrian Bridge in the world, come here when the sun goes down. P.S: Don't forget to bring your camera, if you don't wanna regret!

Sawung G. • May 3, 2013view from bridge.....

Fonda Elixies H. • November 6, 2010Try the porridge they sell at Tiong Shian Porridge Centre. Simply yummy and delicious with affordable prices..

Roger C. • March 17, 2011Great buys for chinese dried produce. Dried shrimps, chinese sausages, sea cucumber etc.