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Singapore Private Food and Culture Tour: Immerse in Multi-ethnic Experiences and Delights
4.9
328 Ratings
Singapore
Immerse yourself in Singapore’s multi-ethnic experiences and delights on a 4-hour private food and culture tour. Explore the city’s main ethnic quarters, taste delicious food, and discover the thriving arts scene and unique heritage.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Kreta Ayer Square - Singapore’s identity is shaped by its racial diversity. Through architecture, heritage, and culture, explore how locals live, where they eat, and what they do, blending traditional trades with modern occupations.
The tour begins with an introduction to the formation and evolution of our Ethnic Quarters.
The first stop is Chinatown, where we delve into Chinese culture and the area’s history, sharing poignant stories of laborers and life’s vices.
- Chinatown - Discover the square and its surroundings, including a visit to the Chinatown Complex with its famous hawker center and wet market.
- Chinatown Street Market - Learn about its location and surroundings.
- Sago Street (Street Of The Dead) - Uncover the history and tales of early immigrants on this street.
- Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum - Photo opportunity.
- Chinatown Heritage Centre - Explore the Heritage Centre and peek inside 100-year-old shophouses.
- Little India - Immerse yourself in the Indian culture with the aroma of curries and the sight of garlands. Discover the differences between North and South Indian traditions and cuisine.
- House of Tan Teng Niah - Photo opportunity.
- Tekka Centre - Learn about its location and the must-try local foods in Singapore.
- Little India Arcade - Photo opportunity.
- Campbell Lane - Learn about its location and surroundings.
- Kampong Glam - The final stop is Kampong Glam, showcasing Malay culture alongside the modern cosmopolitan vibe of ‘Hipster Lane’ with its artisan cafes and bespoke bars.
- Malay Heritage Centre - Recommended for a visit after the tour.
- Sultan Mosque - Photo opportunity and learn about its location.
- Arab Street - Learn about its location and surroundings.
- Bugis - The tour concludes at Bugis, where you can spend the rest of the day as you wish—shopping, enjoying a cocktail, capturing Insta-worthy shots, indulging in more food, or getting a quick massage. Bugis offers it all!
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- 9 to 10 local ethnic food dishes and drinks
- English-speaking local guide
- Hotel pick-up (when pick-up option is selected)
- Public transport (MRT & Bus)
What's Not Included
- Hotel drop-off
- Optional food & drinks
- Personal expenses
- Guide tipping
Additional Information
Dive into the cuisines and cultures of Singapore’s four primary ethnic communities on this 4-hour food and culture tour. Singapore is more than just a cultural convergence point; it presents a unique fusion of experiences and dishes diversified by its multicultural residents. We invite you on a journey to stimulate your senses, visiting Singapore’s primary ethnic districts and the authentic local neighbourhoods of Bugis & Orchard. Submerge yourself into local customs, savor mouth-watering culinary treats, marvel at the booming arts movement, and gain insights into our distinct heritage! This is a must-attend for any cultural enthusiast!
- Child is 3 to 12 years old. Infant below 3 years old is free-of-charge.
- Tour is not suitable for guests with dietary restrictions or require walking assistance.
- Guests are advised to be punctual.
- Tour operates rain or shine, please bring along poncho/umbrella and water to stay hydrated.
- Hotel pick-up offered. No drop-off service available.
- Dress code is casual with comfortable footwear.
- Moderate amount of walking is required, including outdoors.
- Please note that all food items are fixed and we do not customise for individual preferences or needs.
Location
205 New Bridge Rd
New Bridge Road
- The exact meeting point is Chinatown MRT Station, Exit A (Street Level)
- Please look out for our tour guides in purple "Monster Day Tours" shirt
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(328 Ratings)
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S5199wlpaulinel
Sep 30, 2024
Must Do! - This is a must-do authentic experience that you absolutely need to try! My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our private tour with Swee Lin who was incredibly knowledgeable about Singapores history and culture. We would not have seen or experienced such things if we didn’t have this tour, you get a real insight into different cultural practices and traditions that we never knew before. We loved all the food and drinks that we were given and left no crumbs behind. We will be recommending this to all of our friends and family. Thank you to our tour guide for an excellent experience!! :)
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Adrien
Sep 28, 2024
Super interesting, super good - Super interesting, super guide, great food. I loved how she explained how Singapore has become how it is now, it gives some inspiration for the rest of the world!
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Scenic34626823027
Sep 26, 2024
Great experience - The tour with Rui Heng and Sharol was fantastic. They showed us the best Hawker stands and were very sympathetic. 10/10 we would do with the two again!
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694katherinef
Sep 23, 2024
Brilliant food tour to round off our visit to Singapore - We had a brilliant time with Andrew. We learnt a lot and it was really interesting to hear about the history and life in Singapore. He also tailored our tour to change the route as we had been somewhere previously. Highly recommended!
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V6514nkcynthiam
Sep 22, 2024
Great way to lean about Singapore food and culture - This tour was excellent. Our guide was fantastic, he was very knowledgeable and personable, and his English was great. My husband needed to take frequent breaks from walking and our guide was good at noticing this and suggesting places to take a short rest.
It was our first time in Singapore and we learned much from this tour. It also gave us the chance to get comfortable with the subway system, which was very helpful for the rest of our trip. We covered a lot of ground during this tour and it gave us a good feel for the city.
We also enjoyed the food offerings, we sampled places in Chinatown and Little India.
I definitely would recommend this tour for anyone wanting to learn about Singapore food and culture.
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Paul
Sep 21, 2024
Superb tour - Tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about the local food and culture. I’d highly recommend as you’ll get some top quality food in some odd looking places. Make sure you’re hungry before hand as you will eat extremely well.
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Kristy
Sep 13, 2024
Fabulous food and culture tour! - Fabulous food and culture tour with Pam! It was so fun to visit all the areas, learn about the history and current culture and (of course) eat all the amazing foods in Chinatown, Little India and Malay districts. We also visited two temples. Pam was a wonderful guide who is very knowledgeable and so fun to spend time with! Thanks again for a great day, Pam!
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Mark_b
Sep 3, 2024
Fantastic food and cultural experience - My wife and I had a fantastic tour experience with Reyney, great food tasting along with a great cultural education and experience. Reyney took his time to share history and personal experience that made for a very personal experience. Would absolutely recommend to those looking for a cultural food and Singapore experience.
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Allin33
Aug 22, 2024
Fantastic Food Tour of Singapore - Pam is an amazing tour guide! We ate, we learned, we laughed. Her knowledge of the area, history and food was top notch, and we tried foods we never would have known to try without her local's experience and insight. We are better able to appreciate the city and culture thanks to her, and now have a whole list of things we want to do and see for the rest of our time in Singapore. She even helped us find a pharmacy at the end of the tour for forgotten ibuprofen. Highly recommended, 10 stars!
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Imhic
Aug 11, 2024
Fun, tasty and informative! - The tour was a fantastic introduction to Singapore. Our guide Adam was not only well versed in the different types of food but also in the culture and history of Singapore. Highly recommend it!
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