Boat Quay was the busiest part of the old Port of Singapore, handling three quarters of all shipping business during the 1860s. It was the hotspot for trading and so it became the starting point of Singapore’s success as a business hub.
In those days Raffles had signed an agreement that made Boat Quay a free port for Singapore which caused a big influx from immigrants of neighbouring countries.
Boat Quay's decline as a Port began in the 1960s.
The shophouses have been carefully conserved and now house various bars, pubs and restaurants.
Boat Quay now offers Chinese, Indian, Indonesian, Thai, Italian and other international cuisine.
It is the probably the best place for the Singapore entertainment scene where most professionals and expatriates go to chill out after work.
Boat Quay is a great place to spend the evening and have a nice dinner at one of the riverside restaurants with great views.
It is all a bit pricy and touristy but still a great spot to plunge into the night life.
To get there just take MRT to Raffles Place and head towards the Singapore River.
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