The Clarke Quay Sunday Flea Mart, held every Sunday, is a regular event which both locals and tourists can look forward to. The bustling flea mart adds colour and flavour to the ambience of the Clarke Quay Festival Village, where street activities and street life are abundant. Visitors can bargain their way through the 120 stalls selling a wide range of antiques, collectibles and handicrafts. You'll see the pivotal role it played in Singpore's progress along this historic waterway.
Bumboats are the traditional work horses of the river.
Before the days of containerized shipping, these hardy vessels with eyes painted on the bows symbolizes good uck, piled cargo back and forth between ships moored in the busy port and many warehouses along the river banks. The cruise passes godowns and old shop houses, that now stands as silent reminders of the past. Also,government buildings that hint at our colonial heritage and imposing modern structures, thrust boldly skywards. Indeed, a cruise down Singapore River is a refreshing experience. The aim of the concert by the river series is to introduce activity and life by the river, making the river promenade an attractive destination for both local and tourist.