Lim’s Tours

Welcome to Lim’s Tours!

About our guide

Lim Si Wei is a Singapore-based educator, writer, and tourism professional whose career bridges language, culture, and creative expression. With over a decade of experience working closely with Japanese individuals and organizations since 2012, he has built a strong foundation in teaching, translation, and interpretation. His two-year residence in Ehime, Japan, further deepened his cultural insight and strengthened his bilingual ability in English and Japanese.

Si Wei’s professional path is uniquely multidisciplinary. He is an accomplished short-story writer and researcher, with a curiosity that extends into woodworking, design, and the study of nature, art, and architecture. These passions shape his distinctive perspective and enrich the experiences he creates for others.

In February 2023, he earned his certification as a professional tour leader, followed by his official license as a Singapore tourist guide in September of the same year. His dedication to excellence in the tourism field was recognized in 2024, when he received one of the top awards in Singapore’s tourism industry. Motivated by this achievement and his long-standing commitment to cross-cultural connection, he went on to establish his own tour agency, specializing in personalized tours for Japanese travelers seeking deeper engagement with Singapore’s heritage, everyday life, and creative spaces.

Guiding in both English and Japanese, Si Wei brings warmth, precision, and storytelling to every tour. His background as an educator ensures clarity and care in communication, while his artistic eye highlights the beauty in overlooked details. Whether introducing Singapore’s vibrant neighborhoods, discussing local craftsmanship, or presenting the island’s architectural evolution, he strives to create experiences that foster genuine understanding between cultures.

With a spirit grounded in curiosity and creativity, Lim Si Wei continues to guide, write, and build meaningful bridges between Singapore and the world.

Our tours

Since 2024, we have developed more than 40 tour programs, each designed with varying levels of depth, difficulty, and duration. These tours span a wide range of knowledge areas, including culture, religion, infrastructure, government initiatives, business, finance, architecture, art, transport, history, sports, nature, and sustainability.

Below are a few examples from our diverse collection of tours:

CULTURE & HERITAGE (9)
KGT　Tradition & Color: Kampong Glam Walk (Malay Culture, Food, History, Religion)
MCH　Malay Heritage Centre (Malay Culture, History)
CTT　Celebrating Festivities in Chinatown (Chinese Culture, Food, History, Religion)
HGT　Hungry Ghost Festival Tour (Chinese Culture)
LIT　Exciting Walk in Little India (Indian Culture, Food, History, Religion)
KJC　Where Color Meets History: Katong Joo Chiat Walk (Peranakan Culture, Food, History)
TBT　Mix of History & Modernity: Tiong Bahru Walk (Architecture, History, Food)
RVH　A River Valley Stroll Through Architecture, History, and Culture
HPV　Haw Par Villa – A Paradise of Myth and Morality (Culture, Art, History)

URBAN PLANNING & FOOD (8)
TPY　Glimpse of Public Housing Story: Toa Payoh Walk (Housing, History, Food)
SCG　Road to Success: Secrets of Singapore’s Urban Planning (Urban Planning, History)
CAJ　Secrets of Changi Airport & Jewel: Sustainability & Urban Planning
MBT　MRT and Biodiversity: Wisdom for Coexistence (Nature, Urban Planning)
HOT　Exploring the Heartlands with the Local Trains (History, Food, Transport)
PGT　Punggol Walk: Where Waterways & Technology Meet (Nature, Urban Planning)
LFT　JIAK99: Learning about & Trying out Local Food (Food, Culture, History)
DTT　Durian Therapy Tour (Durian, Nature)

ART & ARCHITECTURE (3)
MBA　Symphony of Beauty & Space: Arts in Marina Bay (Art, Architecture, History)
CRC　Timeless Splendor: Capitol Raffles Chimes (Architecture, History, Food)
SBG　Charm of Nature & History in Singapore Botanic Gardens (Nature, History)

EDUCATION (2)
NUS　Visit to National University of Singapore U-Town (Education)
NTU　Visit to Nanyang Technological University Singapore (Education)

NATURE & SUSTAINABILITY (9)
EBG　Intertwining Nature & Culture: Ethnobotany Garden (Nature, Culture)
NOG　National Orchid Garden & Ginger Garden (Nature, History)
GBB　Secrets of Gardens by the Bay & Marina Barrage: Sustainability in Nature (Nature)
SIT　Sustainability in Sisters’ Island Marine Park (Nature)
SKI　Exploring the Southern Islands: Sisters’ Island & Kusu Island (Nature, Religion)
HPT　Exploring Horticulture in HortPark (Nature)
ITT　Seaside Explorers: Changi Intertidal Walk (Nature, Marine)
SHS　Relaxing Trip to Sembawang: Foot Baths, Nature and Local Flavors (Nature, Food)
KKV　Kampung Kampus Visit (Sustainability)

HISTORY & WAR (2)
FCT　Beginnings of Singapore: Fort Canning Hill (Nature, History, Maritime, Food)
KBT　Walk, Learn, Photograph: History and Landscape of Keppel Bay (Nature, History, Maritime)

NICHE TOURS (9)
FST　Good Luck x Mystery: Feng Shui and Urban Legends of Singapore (Mystery, History)
SSV　Visit to Singapore’s Silicon Valley: one-north & Launchpad (Government)
PDD　Visit to Punggol Digital District: The Future is Here (Government)
MAS　Secrets to Singapore’s Economy: Visit to MAS Heritage Centre (Finance)
SSC　Feast for your 6 senses: Sentosa Sensoryscape (Art, Nature, Technology)
IOH　Istana Open House Istana Tours (Nature, History)
HMT　Hell’s Museum – A Journey of Life, Death and the Afterlife (Culture, Art, History)
SSS　Syonan Sacred Sites – A Walk through the Ruins of Syonan-to (History)
F1T　Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix Behind the Scenes Tour – in collaboration with JoyfulTour (Sports)

The list continues … Please contact us if you are interested in any of the above tours, or if the place you wish to visit is not listed above.

Past Private Tours

Please click here to see our past private tours.

Testimonials

“Thank you so much for the help, Si Wei! The tour was very informative and thank you for easily adjusting whatever our boss wants. As what our boss said, he likes how easy-going and very nice you are. As for me, I like how everything is laid out already and the tour was very chill. I hope to go back again with another tour group, and hopefully we can meet each other soon again :)”

“Si Wei was absolutely incredible in every way possible. For someone who has never been in this part of the world, he made me feel welcome and interested in every aspect of the culture. Even though my visit was limited to a few hours I was able to experience multiple areas of the city. With his expansive knowledge of the country, I was able to learn much more than I could have imagined if I were alone. If anyone is in need of a guide, he is the perfect companion to show you around. I thank him dearly and am looking forward to returning soon. Thanks again, it really has been memorable. The stopover was definitely worth it. Thanks again and I’ll be looking forward to seeing you again soon.”

“Si Wei conducted the tour in a light and easy to understand manner.”
“Clear explanation and precise description.”
“Good knowledge of plants and can relate to our daily lives.”

“You’re amazing. You made the tour seamless. I learnt a lot about Singapore in 3 hours. Kudos to you.”

Our team of guides

Jamie Hong
Jamie is a licensed tourist guide with a rich background in Singapore’s arts and heritage sector. As Public Programs Manager at the Singapore Art Museum (SAM), she conceptualized immersive initiatives—including Singapore’s first contemporary art exhibition for children—which quadrupled museum visitorship. She previously managed Singapore’s largest private gallery and art storage facility at U-Freight, authored two books on prominent local artists, and co-founded ArtHop, Southeast Asia’s first art-exploration mobile app, growing it to 100,000 monthly views. Jamie has also consulted with government bodies on social development art workshops, managed digital marketing for private galleries, and delivered international art lectures, including at the Pinacothèque de Paris. As leader of the People’s Association Ang Mo Kio GRC team, she spearheaded the PassionArts Festival 2017, drawing over 12,000 visitors while overseeing the GRC’s arts calendar, budget, and volunteer operations. Driven by a passion for local history, Jamie brings stories to life on walking and bicycle tours across Singapore. Holding an Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance, she also trains tourist guides for the “Behind the Scenes: Singapore Circuit Tour.” Follow her hidden-gem stories on Instagram at @historywithjamie.

Contact us

Lim Si Wei
(Last name is Lim)

WhatsApp
+65 9828 0040

Email:
lims-tours@limsenseiclass.com

Friends of Lim’s Tours

SINGAPORE (18)
Attractions　JIAK99
Bakery　Cheng@27
Cafe　Cafe Monochrome
Cafe　Dough
Cafe　Kopikhoo
Cafe　Lilac Oak
Cafe　SKOSH
Cafe　The Caffeine Experience
Cafe　The Courtyard
Cafe　The Halia (Closed)
Durian　Ah Hung Sultan Durian
Kueh　Ah Yee’s Soon Yueh
Kueh　First Delight
Restaurant　1-Flowerhill
Restaurant　Ambur Star Briyani
Restaurant　Old Shifu Charcoal Porridge
Restaurant　Rumah Minang
Restaurant　The Coconut Club (Beach Rd, Siglap Rd)

MALAYSIA (6)
Johor Bahru – Guide　Tarun
Kuala Lumpur – Guide　Peter
Kuala Lumpur – Guide　Rahman
Kuching – Guide　Jackson
Penang – Guide　HK Gooi
Sarawak – Guide　Antoni
※Please enquire with us if you wish to contact these guides.

INDONESIA (2)
Bintan – Driver Guide　Don
Bintan – Resort　Cempedak Island
※Please enquire with us if you wish to contact these guides.

BRUNEI (1)
Guide　Sandra
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PHILIPPINES (1)
Cebu – Resort　Costa Liz Island Resort

JAPAN (9)
Ehime (Kamijima) – Accommodation　Common Yado Myojin
Ehime (Kamijima) – Accommodation　Shiomi House
Ehime (Kamijima) – Bakery　Kitchen 313
Ehime (Kamijima) – Bathhouse　FESPA
Ehime (Kamijima) – Cafe　Book Cafe Okappa
Ehime (Imabari) – Restaurant　Akinai
Ehime (Imabari) – Restaurant　Ohhama
Ehime (Kamijima) – Restaurant　Sai
Ehime (Kamijima) – Restaurant　Shima de Cafe

AMSTERDAM (1)
Restaurant　Osakaball