Private Singapore Food Tour: Chinatown & Little India, 9 Tastings
At a glance
Private Singapore Food Tour: Chinatown & Little India, 9 Tastings is a 3h private experience in Singapore, Singapore, operated by Culture Curious Singapore Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 41 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $135.40 per person, and free cancellation is available. 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.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking
- Ages
- Adult 13–89
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Private Tour (WITH Pick Up)
from $67.84
Private Tour with pick up at hotels and ports in central Singapore. Pickup included
- Days:
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Start times:
- 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00
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Private tour (WITHOUT Pick Up)
from $60.98
Private Tour (WITHOUT Pick Up): Meet at Chinatown MRT Station Exit A on Pagoda Street
- Days:
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Start times:
- 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
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.
What's 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.
Not included
- Private transport
- Drop off
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 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.
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Stop 2 · 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.
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Stop 3 · 15m
See an architecturally stunning Chinese temple built in the Tang style and take photos of the prominent landmark in Chinatown Singapore.
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Stop 4 · 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.
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Stop 5 · 15m
Taste Indian street snacks along the buzzy Serangoon Road. Spot hidden street art and shops along the major thoroughfare of Little India.
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Stop 6
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.
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Stop 7
The last surviving Chinese villa in Little India is a hybrid of Malay, Chinese and European architectural influences. You will have photo taking opportunities.
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Stop 8 · 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 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.
Traveller ratings
5.0
41 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
- 5 ★ 39
- 4 ★ 2
- 3 ★ 0
- 2 ★ 0
- 1 ★ 0
Good to know
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private Singapore Food Tour: Chinatown & Little India, 9 Tastings take?
The experience lasts about 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $135.40 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
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..
Where does it start?
Meet at Chinatown MRT station (Exit A - Pagoda Street). Detailed instructions with a photo of the meeting point will be provided after booking.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 41 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Singapore.
