Fodor's Expert Review Clarke Quay

Stretching along the riverfront, Clarke Quay is canopied by space-age umbrellas and filled with a smorgasbord of entertainment venues, restaurants, bars, and clubs. Come nightfall, the pedestrian-only streets are packed with a mix of visitors and locals hitting up the latest eateries and bars. With its bright lights and festive nightlife, the river along the quay is a world away from the sleepy waterway it was when Sir Stamford Raffles first arrived. Get a view from the river by boarding one of the many bumboats that offer daily 30-minute cruises. Thrill seekers will love the GX5 Extreme Swing, a ride at the river's edge, open from 4:30 pm.