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Join our Private Singapore Food Tour in Chinatown & Little India for a fun and immersive way of experiencing the city’s vibrant multiculturalism.
Sip, snack, and slurp your way through 9 to 10 tastings at hyper-local hawker centres, while strolling along the historic streets of Chinatown and Little India and spotting cultural landmarks along the way. Discover Singapore’s UNESCO-listed street food heritage on a culturally insightful tour.
Eat like a Local - Immerse in Singapore's Vibrant Cultures in Chinatown & Little India
Chinatown and Little India Singapore
Street Food Tour Highlights
Visit local hawkers and learn richly about our UNESCO-listed food heritage
See local hawkers in action and learn about their stories and the traditional foods that have stood the test of time. Our Food tour combines insights with tastings, so you're learning about cultures as you're eating.
Get an overview of Singapore's cultures in Chinatown & Little India
Go on the lighter side of history - walk past cultural landmarks as your guide shares about Singapore's history along old streets in the conserved districts of Chinatown and Little India.
Eat like a Local; Visit hawker centres where locals go
Come hungry — you’ll leave full (as many of our past guests can attest!). Your party will enjoy 9–10 shared tastings at local eateries and hawker centres, including at least two carb-based dishes, alongside popular street foods, traditional snacks, and refreshments.
Private Street Food Tour in Chinatown & Little India
Prices listed below are per person, in Singapore dollars.
- 1 Person: 343
- 2 Persons: 175
- 3 Persons: 142
- 4 Persons: 119
- 5 Persons: 105
- 6 Persons: 93
- 7 Persons: 88
- 8 Persons: 80
Includes:
- PRIVATE 3-hour Singapore food tour
- 9-10 tastings for sharing
- 1 x licensed English-speaking Food Guide
- Public transport
Meeting Point
- Chinatown MRT Station Exit A (Pagoda Street)
Chinatown
What began as sustenance for immigrant labourers in the 1800s under British rule has evolved into a UNESCO-listed street food heritage. In fact, ask any Singaporeans and they’ll agree that eating is a national pastime. On this tour you will stroll along old streets and alleyways where traveling hawkers once plied their trade. Get to the heart of our vibrant hawker culture and taste Singapore street food from hawkers old and new. Discover the origins of our street foods as we guide you through dishes from diverse cultures, each with its own traditions that have been carefully preserved and continue to be enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.
Experience a mix of history and culture as your expert guide points out cultural sights and historic landmarks in Chinatown.
Little India
Be guided through Tekka Centre, a popular hawker centre and the busy streets of Little India, Serangoon Road and Campbell Lane. Taste a selection of authentic street food from the Indian community and discover local traditions and customs along the way!
End Point
- Little India MRT Station
- What’s the weather and recommended attire? Light, breathable clothing and comfortable walking shoes are recommended for all tours. Singapore enjoys year-round equatorial climate with average temperature ranging between 25 and 31 degrees Celsius. Brief periods of rain and thunderstorm are expected but they usually pass relatively quickly. In the event of inclement weather, we will wait for the skies to clear before resuming the tour. Bring along a brolly or poncho in case it rains. Our tours run rain or shine (:
- Is the tour suitable for everyone? Any age requirements? Yes! Our tour is suitable for all travellers aged 6 years and up. Children aged 5 and under can join the tour for free.
- Is the walking tour suitable for all fitness levels? Our walks have some steps and gentle inclines and are suitable for all fitness levels.
Due to the variety of food tastings that include meat, seafood, dairy, gluten, nuts and spices, the tour is recommended for everyone except those with allergies/dietary restrictions.
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Posted on Rovik Robert We planned a team bonding session for our international team to learn more about Singapore and had a great time with our very knowledgeable tour guide who added a lot of personality and her own stories to the mix. The tour is very manageable effort-wise and I really appreciated the flexibility on the team’s end.Posted on Jennifer Nasser Rachel gave us a great tour of the Chinese heritage museum and Chinatown. She kept the kids engaged and very interested ! Highly recommend !Posted on Javier Suarez Rachel was a great tour guide! Very friendly, made great conversation, and taught us a lot about the city. I would love to have her as a tour guide again!Posted on Lindsey Blau We had an amazing food tour with Rachel! She was super informative, accommodating, and had great energy. We loved all of the food stops that she chose for us. Thank you for the great introduction to Singapore!Posted on Anne Shandy We enjoyed a private walking tour of Singapore's Little India and Chinatown, led by Rachel (in July). Our family of five (aged 18, 20, 22 and 57) appreciated the communication to help us prepare for the day, the thoughtful planning to accommodate our preferences for what we wanted to see or eat and also the consideration for the sweltering heat. The tour was mostly outdoor but we had nice breaks to cool down and get some refreshments. We all learned a lot about Singapore's rich cultural heritage and history. I would highly recommend if you just want to get out to see Singapore through a local's perspective. Some highlights included: experiencing the MRT, seeing the street art / murals in both Little India and Chinatown, trying some local fruits, drinks and food from Chinatown's Maxwell Food Center, Thian Hock Keng temple, Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, and views of the city...just to mention a few.Posted on Valerie Tsang We had a wonderful time on our food tour with our guide, Rachel. She was very friendly, fluent in English and very informative. Would 10/10 recommend!Posted on A W What a fascinating private 4 hour tour we had with Swee Lin who shared intriguing historical facts, while we explored so much of Singapore's vibrant multiculturalism. We opted for Grab transport to make the most of our time, so worth it. On our next visit to Singapore we'll definitely book another tour with Rachel and Swee Lin. Thanks for a great tour!Posted on Ellen R We had 4 excellent days of touring with Culture Curious Singapore Tours … starting with an outstanding architectural tour which doubled as a great introduction to Singapore followed by a wonderful food tour, a cultural neighborhood tour, and finally a tour centered on WW II history in Singapore. We have had *many* tours around the world and I can say with confidence that these were some of the best. Not only are Rachel, Kelvin and Chris highly knowledgeable, they went above and beyond taking care of us with tips, links, taxi help, and much much more. We felt completely welcomed and comfortable with all of them, so not only did we learn what we came for, but we chatted about anything else that came up … from how real Singaporeans afford to live, to wedding customs, to durian tasting, to public transportation and so much more!!! Consummate professionals, Rachel and co personified gracious hospitality and joy in sharing their city and country with us. We would highly recommend Culture Curious to anyone.Posted on cody engle As a very seasoned world traveler, I have interacted with local guides across the world. That said, Culture Curious is among the best guiding experiences I have ever had! Owner, Rachel Chen and her team provide me and my family a world class experience over 3 days of guiding.Knowledgable both of history and current conditions, all questions (I ask a lot) were answered with wisdom and insight. Our family group ranged from 22years to 85. All physical and culinary needs, while diverse, were handled with grace. I sought proposals from three local guiding companies. Culture Curious promptly provided a comprehensive proposal at very reasonable pricing. As ann added bonus, Rachel quickly responded to my pre-arrival emails seeking restaurant, taxi and other advice. If you need guiding services in Singapore, Culture Curious is your best choice.
