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Private Singapore Food Tour: Culture & Local Neighborhoods
- Duration6 hours
- GroupPrivate tour
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesCMN, Malay, YUE
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Eat like a local on a food tour.
Culturally immersive experience.
An in-depth exploration of Singapore's history and culture through food. Sightseeing and food tastings in Kampong Glam, Little India, Katong and Old Airport Road Hawker Centre. Included are 10+ foodie tastings in 6 hours.
Throughout the tour, you will discover the histories and stories behind the foods that you eat, as well as the restaurants and neighbourhoods that you eat them in. This tour will give you a solid understanding of what it means to ‘eat like a local’ and how Singapore’s iconic dishes became embedded into Singapore’s culture.
Foodie tastings: Kaya Toast or Curry Puff and Kopi, Bak Chang, Kuehs and Laksa in Katong. One or two distinctly Singaporean dishes from a choice of Hokkien Mee, Rojak, Popiah and Carrot Cake at Old Airport Road Hawker. Teh Tarrik, Beef Rendang or Murtabak in Kampong Glam. Dosa and Indian sweets and / or Masala Milk in Little India.
Hotel pickups are available.
What to expect
Hello Singapore
Singapore
Discover why Singapore is considered one of the world’s great food cities on this private culinary journey through the neighborhoods, flavors, and traditions locals grow up with. From sizzling hawker stalls and traditional coffee shops to vibrant spice districts and family-run eateries, this experience explores how Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Peranakan communities shaped Singapore’s unique food culture. Traveling at a relaxed pace with your own dedicated guide, you’ll enjoy 13+ curated food and drink tastings while uncovering the stories, migration histories, and local traditions behind the dishes.
Katong-Joo Chiat
Singapore, 427585
Wander through Singapore’s historic Peranakan district through dishes such as kaya toast, fresh kuehs, and laksa while uncovering the Chinese and Malay influences that shaped the neighborhood.
Step into one of Singapore’s most legendary hawker centres and sample beloved local favorites such as Hokkien mee, popiah, oyster cake, and rojak surrounded by the energy of Singapore’s famous hawker culture.
Kampong Glam
Singapore
Discover the heart of Singapore’s Malay and Muslim communities through dishes such as beef rendang, murtabak, and freshly pulled teh tarik beneath the golden domes of Sultan Mosque.
Little India
Serangoon Road, Singapore
Finish in the vibrant streets of Little India with crispy paper dosa, Indian sweets, masala milk, and other traditional specialties rich in spice and history.
Pickup & meeting point
You can choose either hotel/location pickup or to meet the guide at the start point.
Pickup starts about 10 minutes before the departure time.
You can request a pickup location of your own.
Start
The tour starts from outside BibiNogs@Tides, 217 E Coast Rd, Katong
End
Pickup locations383
The operator lists 383 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.
Hotels & residences38
- The Scarlet Singapore33 Erskine Road, Singapore, 069333
- Hotel 81 - Gold20 Lor 20 Geylang, Singapore, 398738
- Artyzen Singapore Hotel9 Cuscaden Road, Singapore, 249719
- The Quay Hotel Little India195 Serangoon Rd, Singapore, 218067
- AM Hotel51 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore, 427373
- Zen Premium Lavender162 Tyrwhitt Road, Singapore, 207581
- Hotel JJH747 North Bridge Road, Singapore, 198715
- Alma House46 Kim Yam Road, Singapore, 239351
- Arena eSports Hotel at Bugis VillageRochor Road 166A, Level 2, Singapore, 188441
- Claude Hotel12 Teck Lim Rd, Singapore, 088387
- Tokidoki Popup Hotel56 South Bridge Rd, Singapore, 058687
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Singapore Novena By IHG201 Balestier Road, Singapore, 329926
- Moon 23 Hotel23 Dickson Road, Singapore, 209507
- Venue Hotel The Lily238 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore, 427495
- Aqueen Hotel Kitchener230 Jalan Besar, Singapore, 208906
- Coliving@622622 Serangoon Rd, Singapore, 218222
- iNN at Temple St by Q Loft Newly Renovated36 Temple Street, Singapore, 058581
- Grand Park City Hall10 Coleman St, City Hall Square, Singapore, 179809
- The Snooze Hotel at Bugis103 Beach Road, Singapore, 189704
- Beverly Hotels Elements48 Horne Road, Singapore, 209069
- Village Hotel Katong by Far East Hospitality25 Marine Parade Road, Singapore, 449536
- OYO 106 Beach Hotel Singapore95 Beach Road, Singapore, 189699
- Ibis Budget Singapore Gold123 Sims Avenue, Singapore, 387446
- Hotel Indigo Singapore Katong By IHG86 East Coast Road, Katong Square, Singapore, 428788
- Hotel Sakura by Venue181 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore, 427452
- BEAT. 1932 Hostel @ Chinatown237 South Bridge Road, Singapore, 058786
- Pullman Singapore Orchard270 Orchard Road, Singapore, 238857
- Santa Grand Hotel East Coast, A Nuve Group Collection171 East Coast Road, Singapore, 428877
- Six Senses Maxwell2 Cook Street, Singapore, 078857
- Aurum Royal Singapore33 Erskine Rd, Singapore, 069333
- M Hotel Singapore81 Anson Rd, Singapore, 079908
- Cityzen Jalan BesarMeriton Hotel, 43A Jalan Besar, Singapore, 208804
- Malacca Hotel97 Still Road Malacca Hotel, Singapore, 423988
- RedDoorz @ Aljunied34 Lor 22 Geylang, Singapore, 398691
- Venue Hotel305 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore, 427556
- The Singapore EDITION38 Cuscaden Road, Singapore, 249731
- Mercure Icon Singapore City Centre8 Club Street, Singapore, 069472
- lyf Chinatown Singapore25 Mosque Street, Jamae Chulia Heritage, #01-01, Singapore, 059937
Ports & cruise terminals2
- Singapore Cruise Centre
- Marina Bay Cruise Centre
- You may choose to meet the guide at the departure point.
- You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.
Redemption
Your tour guide will be communicated to you by message on the Viator messaging system. Please make sure to check your messages. Your guides contact number and picture can be located at this link:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mU01eB1NUw_ZHUPqzH1iB43JAZofofW7Aek5Jftwv3g/edit?usp=sharing If someone else has booked this tour for you please make sure to email Hello Singapore and provide them with your contact phone number. Your tour guide needs it incase you get lost. If you have any questions about your tour please contact Hello Singapore at bookings@hellosingaporetours.com
Pickup details by option
Pickup & meeting point
Applies to: 6.5 hours - Hotel Pick-up
You can choose either hotel/location pickup or to meet the guide at the start point.
Pickup starts about 10 minutes before the departure time.
You can request a pickup location of your own.
Start
The tour starts from outside BibiNogs@Tides, 217 E Coast Rd, Katong
End
Pickup locations40
Hotels & residences38
- The Scarlet Singapore33 Erskine Road, Singapore, 069333
- Hotel 81 - Gold20 Lor 20 Geylang, Singapore, 398738
- Artyzen Singapore Hotel9 Cuscaden Road, Singapore, 249719
- The Quay Hotel Little India195 Serangoon Rd, Singapore, 218067
- AM Hotel51 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore, 427373
- Zen Premium Lavender162 Tyrwhitt Road, Singapore, 207581
- Hotel JJH747 North Bridge Road, Singapore, 198715
- Alma House46 Kim Yam Road, Singapore, 239351
- Arena eSports Hotel at Bugis VillageRochor Road 166A, Level 2, Singapore, 188441
- Claude Hotel12 Teck Lim Rd, Singapore, 088387
- Tokidoki Popup Hotel56 South Bridge Rd, Singapore, 058687
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Singapore Novena By IHG201 Balestier Road, Singapore, 329926
- Moon 23 Hotel23 Dickson Road, Singapore, 209507
- Venue Hotel The Lily238 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore, 427495
- Aqueen Hotel Kitchener230 Jalan Besar, Singapore, 208906
- Coliving@622622 Serangoon Rd, Singapore, 218222
- iNN at Temple St by Q Loft Newly Renovated36 Temple Street, Singapore, 058581
- Grand Park City Hall10 Coleman St, City Hall Square, Singapore, 179809
- The Snooze Hotel at Bugis103 Beach Road, Singapore, 189704
- Beverly Hotels Elements48 Horne Road, Singapore, 209069
- Village Hotel Katong by Far East Hospitality25 Marine Parade Road, Singapore, 449536
- OYO 106 Beach Hotel Singapore95 Beach Road, Singapore, 189699
- Ibis Budget Singapore Gold123 Sims Avenue, Singapore, 387446
- Hotel Indigo Singapore Katong By IHG86 East Coast Road, Katong Square, Singapore, 428788
- Hotel Sakura by Venue181 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore, 427452
- BEAT. 1932 Hostel @ Chinatown237 South Bridge Road, Singapore, 058786
- Pullman Singapore Orchard270 Orchard Road, Singapore, 238857
- Santa Grand Hotel East Coast, A Nuve Group Collection171 East Coast Road, Singapore, 428877
- Six Senses Maxwell2 Cook Street, Singapore, 078857
- Aurum Royal Singapore33 Erskine Rd, Singapore, 069333
- M Hotel Singapore81 Anson Rd, Singapore, 079908
- Cityzen Jalan BesarMeriton Hotel, 43A Jalan Besar, Singapore, 208804
- Malacca Hotel97 Still Road Malacca Hotel, Singapore, 423988
- RedDoorz @ Aljunied34 Lor 22 Geylang, Singapore, 398691
- Venue Hotel305 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore, 427556
- The Singapore EDITION38 Cuscaden Road, Singapore, 249731
- Mercure Icon Singapore City Centre8 Club Street, Singapore, 069472
- lyf Chinatown Singapore25 Mosque Street, Jamae Chulia Heritage, #01-01, Singapore, 059937
Ports & cruise terminals2
- Singapore Cruise Centre
- Marina Bay Cruise Centre
- You may choose to meet the guide at the departure point.
- You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.
Pickup & meeting point
Applies to: 6 hours - meet in Katong
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Pickup starts about 10 minutes before the departure time.
Start
The tour starts from outside BibiNogs@Tides, 217 E Coast Rd, Katong
End
- You may choose to meet the guide at the departure point.
What's included
Included
- Food tastings may include laksa, kaya toast, fresh kuehs, paper dosa, popiah & other classic dishes
- Public transportation during the tour
- Private experience with your own dedicated local guide
- Optional hotel pickup and taxi transfer available on selected tour options
- Drinks include traditional kopi, teh tarik & freshly pressed sugarcane juice
- All taxes, fees, and GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- 13+ curated food and drink tastings across hawker centres and long-established local eateries
Not included
- Transportation to the meeting point (unless hotel pickup option selected)
- Gratuities
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 12 travellers per booking
- At least one adult must be included in the booking
- Age bands: Infant (0–5), Child (6–11), Adult (12–99)
Additional information
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for Singapore’s hot and humid climate
- Guests should be comfortable walking approximately 3km over the course of the experience, although taxis can easily be used during the tour if preferred
- This tour includes a wide variety of local foods containing ingredients such as pork, seafood, dairy, wheat/gluten, and spice, so it may not be suitable for some dietary restrictions or severe allergies
- Children of all ages are welcome on this private experience
- A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
- Tours operate rain or shine
Languages
- Guide
- CMN, Malay, YUE, English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 18 hours before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Asia/Singapore
- Product code
- 53204P2
What you'll be asked when booking
- Age of each traveller
- First name of each traveller
- Last name of each traveller
- Your preferred pickup point
- Any special requirements
- Drop-off address
- How you are arriving
- Cruise arrival time
- Cruise ship name
Traveller reviews
5.0/ 5110 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (2) and Tripadvisor (108).
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