Singapore Ethnic Quarters Tour: Local Street Food & Cultural Experience

Embark on a Singapore Ethnic Quarters Tour and indulge in local street food while immersing yourself in the rich cultural experiences of the city. Join a knowledgeable host for an adventure of discovery through vibrant streets, hawker markets, and diverse communities.

Duration: 5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Chinatown - The experience starts off with an exploration of Chinatown where you will get to soak in the sights of the Chinatown neighbourhood. Stories will be shared of it’s history capturing the struggles of early Chinese immigrants, their trials and tribulations of making ends meet in a rough neighbourhood filled with vices like opium,…
What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Snacks
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Tea and coffee
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Your guide is a warm-hearted 4th generation Singapore Chinese Peranakan who is deeply enthusiastic about sharing his personal experiences of living in Singapore since the 70’s.
His extensive familiarity with the various ethnic districts and food markets guarantees a journey of exploration – a vibrant showcase of local streets and street food currently…

Location
Chinatown
We will advise further on the location to meet upon booking confirmation.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Anonymous
Feb 26, 2025
Highlight of our stay - Wow what an absolute gem of a find!! We were collected and taken to China town where we started our tour. Gerry was amazing as a knowledgable guide his knowledge of the past was excellent and told with passion. We were taken to places and shown photos what it used to be like. We visited so many places that we would not have gone on our own. Eating amongst the locals was a pleasure with so much food great variation amazing tastes. We had 2 meal stops and an ice cream stop yum. This was our highlight of Singapore and we were so glad that we booked it we wish him well he deserves to be busy. Highly recommend SJ
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David
Feb 26, 2025
Great tour! - Amazing tour. The food was so good. Not one bad thing. I Learned a lot about the city and different cultures. Gerry is great!
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Joseph_s
Feb 26, 2025
Great introduction to Singapore culture and food. - Great introduction to Singapore culture and food. Gerry is a great host, and works very hard. The Hawker center food court in Chinatown was the highlight. Be aware that while you are picked up and dropped off in a van, transportation in between sites is via lots of walking, subway and bus. Given the length of the tour, the walking and the heat/humidity, it ends up being a long, draining day. Also, if you are coming via cruise, there are TWO cruise terminals in Singapore. Make sure you communicate which one you are at for pick-up. My only suggestions/tweaks to the tour would be less food in Chinatown, more hot food in the Malay district. Also, the Indian food doesn't "present well" when "chopped up" and shared in a large group. Maybe the kitchen could cut stuff up for you? Bring some additional small plates?
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04kelly
Feb 25, 2025
Deep dive into food and culture of Singapore - Gerry was the perfect tour guide. We did a deep dive into the food and culture of Singapore. The food was varied, tasty and plentiful. It was fascinating to learn about the various cultures that make up Singapore and how everyone coexist. We learned about the rules and regulations of this nation. He pointed out areas we may return to on our own in the next couple of days. We highly recommend!
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J8266uvjamesk
Feb 24, 2025
Do It! - Gerry was the best! 10 out of 10 must do! The food was amazing but Gerry’s knowledge was just as good as the food! You won’t leave hungry and make sure to eat light the night before!
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Explore68533863576
Feb 24, 2025
Food Tour of Singapore - We went on a excellent food tour of Singapore with Gerry. He was passionate about promoting the old ethic food culture of Singapore, covering China Town, Little India and the Malaysian area. All the food was excellent and very flavoursome. He arranged everything, including transportation and we had no additional costs involved. He also gave us a great insight into a way of life that is slowly dieing out in a modern world.
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Kathryn_d
Feb 23, 2025
Amazing food and exceptional guide! - Gerry was an amazing guide and very accommodating at every point in the tour from pick up to bathroom breaks to drop off after the tour! He’s clearly an expert and knows people all around the city and the context and explanations he provides are very informative. The FOOD is obviously top notch - more than you could possibly eat so come hungry! A great selection and variation of options are provided so you really get a taste of many things. Was a perfect start to my trip in Singapore and got to experience lots of local things I may not have otherwise done. 10/10 would recommend!
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Wallyl56
Feb 23, 2025
Unique tour of Singapore - Had an amazing time with Gerry. The tour was well organized, allowed time for us to delve into the neighborhoods, and plenty of rest stops (including a much needed air-conditioned lunch in Little India). There was plenty to eat and plenty to learn. Gerry augmented the conversation with photos from his iPad that showed what the neighborhood used to look like. This was a very unique view of Singapore. Gerry was very engaging. Highly recommended!
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Pioneer04620662090
Feb 17, 2025
Well cared for by Gerry - Had a very enjoyable time with Gerry. His experience, knowledge, and insights as a Singaporean make this food and cultural tour memorable. Plenty of tasty food, local beers and fruit drinks, and history of Singapore and 3 cultures. My tired feet appreciated the included round trip transportation by van/car to/from hotel and rides on MRT (underground light train) and bus to move between 3 locations!
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Isaacc962
Feb 16, 2025
Gerry is the Best! - Gerry is the best. He's super informative, friendly, and genuine. Hands down the best tour guide I've ever experienced.
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