Private Singapore Food Tour: Chinatown & Little India, 9 Tastings

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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience Singapore's diverse cultures and eat like a local! This Private Street Food Tour includes 9 authentic street food tastings and refreshment that are representative of Singapore's multicultural influences in the historical districts of Chinatown and Little India. Hear the stories of locals who shape our Singaporean food landscape and learn curiously about the city's vibrant cultures as we stroll past cultural landmarks and see heritage gems.

Options

Private tour (WITHOUT Pick Up)

Private Tour (WITHOUT Pick Up): Meet at Chinatown MRT Station Exit A on Pagoda Street

Private Tour (WITH Pick Up)

Private Tour with pick up at hotels and ports in central Singapore.
Pickup included

What's included

  • 3 Hour Private Tour with Your Licensed Local Food Guide
  • Come hungry - tastings are meant for sharing and feature a mix of 2 to 3 carb-based dishes, popular snacks, and heritage foods.
  • Eat like a Local with 9 authentic tastings of foods & refreshment
  • "WITH Pickup" option includes hotel pickup. Total duration 3.5 hours.
  • Public transport (After pick up, we'll use public transport to reach the starting point)
  • Come hungry - tastings are meant for sharing and feature a mix of 2 to 3 carb-based dishes, popular snacks, and heritage foods.
  • Private transport
  • Drop off

What to expect

  1. Chinatown
    1h
    Immerse yourself in our local food culture as we introduce you to our street food heritage. We'll take you to old streets and alleyways where traveling hawkers once plied their trade. Get to the heart of our vibrant hawker culture: taste local foods crafted by old and emerging hawkers. 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.
  2. Maxwell Food Centre
    30m
    Eating is a national pastime in Singapore and you will learn why! On this private food tour, taste 9 different street food tastings of multicultural influences.
  3. Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
    15m
    See an architecturally stunning Chinese temple built in the Tang style and take photos of the prominent landmark in Chinatown Singapore.
  4. Tekka Centre
    40m
    Visit Tekka Centre in Little India, you will get to taste a selection of local foods such as roti prata (Indian flat bread), rojak and other local favourites.
  5. 15m
    Taste Indian street snacks along the buzzy Serangoon Road. Spot hidden street art and shops along the major thoroughfare of Little India.
  6. Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple
    Pass by
    Once a place of refuge during the Japanese War Occupation, hear how the historic temple remains relevant to the Hindu community. You will have photo taking opportunities.
  7. House of Tan Teng Niah
    Pass by
    The last surviving Chinese villa in Little India is a hybrid of Malay, Chinese and European architectural influences. You will have photo taking opportunities.
  8. Campbell Lane
    15m
    See a slice of local life here as flower garland artisans, street markets and the nearby Little India Heritage Centre add vibrancy to the colorful street.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet at Chinatown MRT station (Exit A - Pagoda Street). Detailed instructions with a photo of the meeting point will be provided after booking.

End point

We will end near Little India MRT Station. After the tour, your local guide will offer you assistance and provide directions.

Pickup details

Hotel pickup in central Singapore and cruise terminals.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tastings include ingredients such as soy, gluten, wheat, chicken, pork, dairy, nuts and spices. Hence it is not suitable for travelers who are vegan, gluten intolerant and have allergies
  • Wear casual attire with comfortable footwear
  • Bring along a poncho or umbrella and water to stay hydrated

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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