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Singapore Street Food: Taste 9 Local Delights
4.9
36 Ratings
Singapore
Explore Little India’s rich culture: visit a Hindu temple, taste local foods, and learn about Singapore’s social transformation and heritage trades.
Explore Little India’s rich culture: visit a Hindu temple, taste local foods, and learn about Singapore’s social transformation and heritage trades.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Chinatown - Dive into the local culinary scene by exploring the rich street food heritage. Wander through historic streets and alleys where itinerant vendors once sold their goods. Experience the essence of the lively hawker culture by sampling dishes crafted by both seasoned and new hawkers. Learn about the diverse origins of street foods, each…
- Chinatown - Dive into the local culinary scene by exploring the rich street food heritage. Wander through historic streets and alleys where itinerant vendors once sold their goods. Experience the essence of the lively hawker culture by sampling dishes crafted by both seasoned and new hawkers. Learn about the diverse origins of street foods, each with unique traditions that have been lovingly maintained and are cherished by both locals and tourists.
- Maxwell Food Centre - Discover why dining is a beloved activity in Singapore! On this exclusive food tour, savor 9 different street food samples influenced by various cultures.
- Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum - Admire the breathtaking Tang-style Chinese temple and capture photos of this iconic landmark in Chinatown, Singapore.
- Tekka Centre - Explore Tekka Centre in Little India, where you can enjoy a variety of local dishes such as roti prata (Indian flatbread), rojak, and other beloved local treats.
- Serangoon Road - Enjoy Indian street snacks along the lively Serangoon Road. Discover hidden street art and shops along this bustling main street of Little India.
- Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple - Once a sanctuary during the Japanese War Occupation, learn how this historic temple continues to serve the Hindu community. Capture memorable photos.
- House of Tan Teng Niah - The last remaining Chinese villa in Little India showcases a blend of Malay, Chinese, and European architectural styles. Capture memorable photos.
- Campbell Lane - Experience local life as flower garland makers, street markets, and the nearby Little India Heritage Centre bring vibrancy to this colorful street.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Eat like a Local with 9 authentic tastings of foods & refreshment
- Hotel Pickup available for ‘WITH Pickup’ option
- Private Tour with Your Licensed Local Food Guide
- Snacks
- Public transportation
- Breakfast
- Eat like a Local with 9 authentic tastings of foods & refreshment
- Hotel Pickup available for ‘WITH Pickup’ option
- Private Tour with Your Licensed Local Food Guide
- Snacks
- Public transportation
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Drop off
- Private transportation
- Drop off
Additional Information
Discover the rich cultural tapestry of Singapore and savor local flavors! This Private Street Food Tour offers 9 genuine street food tastings and refreshments, showcasing Singapore’s multicultural heritage in the historic areas of Chinatown and Little India. Listen to the tales of locals who contribute to Singapore’s culinary scene and gain fascinating…
Discover the rich cultural tapestry of Singapore and savor local flavors! This Private Street Food Tour offers 9 genuine street food tastings and refreshments, showcasing Singapore’s multicultural heritage in the historic areas of Chinatown and Little India. Listen to the tales of locals who contribute to Singapore’s culinary scene and gain fascinating insights into the city’s lively cultures as the tour passes by cultural landmarks and heritage treasures.
- 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
Location
Chinatown MRT station
Meet at Chinatown MRT station (Exit A - Pagoda Street). Detailed instructions with a photo of the meeting point will be provided after booking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(36 Ratings)
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Daytrip03592685930
Jan 20, 2026
We tried a variety of local foods and learned a lot about Singapore’s culture and daily life. The guide shared interesti - The guide was very professional and friendly. He organized a great food experience and showed us interesting places. His knowledge of Singapore was very good, and he explained everything clearly. The tour was well planned and enjoyable, and I would happily recommend it to others
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Kathleen_l
Jan 16, 2026
We had such a great... - We had such a great experience with Rachel! She is a wonderful guide who is extremely knowledgeable about the food culture in Singapore and worked to ensure those of us with dietary restrictions had food choices. The tour was so much fun and we highly recommend!
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Joel
Jan 15, 2026
Prepare for a Feast - Rachel is a delightful and knowledgeable guide. Not only does she understand the many tasty dishes we ate, but also the diverse cultures that make Singapore so unique. I would highly recommend her food tour as you also receive wonderful stories about the culture and history of Singapore.
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Carla
Dec 26, 2025
Awesome Singapore Food Tasting & Temples - Rachel was an outstanding tour guide! Energetic, cheerful, knowledgeable, well prepared, ready with alternatives if needed, caring, checked on us to make sure she wasn't walking too fast for us, streetwise and ready with historical facts. Rachel is a great leader. It was the best tour we've ever been on.
Rachel food choices were spot on, varied, interesting & delicious. Although it was a food tasting tour, she added two temples, and they were fascinating. If we were staying longer, we would book another tour with Rachel. Highly recommend!
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Angus_h
Dec 19, 2025
Fantastic variety of food... - Fantastic variety of food and culture with a mix tourist guide included. Well worth the experience .
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Debcatterall
Dec 13, 2025
Fabulous tour with Rachel - highly recommend - We wanted to experience the local food culture in Singapore but were nervous to explore on our own. Rachel provided the perfect tour with extremely knowledgeable commentary throughout, not just about the food culture but also the history and life of locals. The food was all delicious and certainly plentiful and we sat amongst and with locals which was exactly the experience we were hoping for. Please support Rachel and don’t hesitate to book.
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Nad0731
Oct 26, 2025
Unforgettable Singapore Food Tour with Rachel! - I just completed the Culture Curious Singapore food tour with Rachel, and honestly, it wasn't just a tour—it was the highlight of my trip. If you are looking for an experience that goes beyond simply eating and truly showcases the heart of Singapore, you absolutely must book with her.
Rachel is a super informative guide whose knowledge effortlessly weaves together the history of the dishes with the broader social and cultural narrative of Singapore. The diversity of food she showcased throughout the tour was phenomenal, providing a delicious journey through the country's multi-ethnic tapestry. I sampled incredible dishes from different communities, and each bite was a lesson in how the Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Peranakan cultures have blended to create Singapore's unique identity. It wasn't just what I ate, but why—and Rachel brought that understanding to life.
However, what truly elevated this tour to a 5-star-plus experience was Rachel’s unparalleled accommodation and care. The Singapore heat and humidity can be brutal, but Rachel managed the conditions expertly, making sure I was as comfortable as possible every step of the way. She was vigilant in only choosing stops that were in the shade and made multiple strategic A/C stops to give me a chance to cool down and refresh.
Her thoughtful preparedness was outstanding. She came equipped with wet wipes and tissues, not just for me, but for cleaning down the surfaces of the busy hawker stalls before I sat down. She even handled the logistics of ordering entirely, letting me hang out and rest at the table while she went up to the often-crowded stalls to order food and drinks for me. It made the experience feel less like a bustling food trip and more like a pampered, insider's visit to the city’s best spots. I've previously done self-guided tours of hawker stations but having a guide allowed me to try a lot of food that I either didn't know about or wouldn't have tried without someone else encouraging me to try it.
Rachel's professionalism, genuine friendliness, and deep passion for Singapore's heritage are unmatched. I left with a full stomach, a deeper appreciation for the city’s vibrant cultures, and the feeling that I had made a great friend.
I cannot recommend Culture Curious and Rachel highly enough. Do yourself a favour and book their tour—it's the only way to truly experience the best of Singapore's food scene comfortably and curiuosly! And heed her pre-email warning - come with a very empty stomach - you will leave full!
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Margaret_g
Oct 2, 2025
Best Food Tour - We did the hawkers markets and cultural tour with Rachel. She was very caring and knowledgable about the local areas. We had many tastings both in Chinatown and Little India in markets that we could never have found by ourselves. Make sure you go on this tour feeling a little hungary.
We opted for Rachel to meet us at our hotel and take us on the MTR to Chinatown which was very convenient for us.
We recommend this tour with Rachael, it was a very enjoyable exoerience
Marg and Geoff
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Shelleyga4206fp
Sep 12, 2025
Fantastic. - It was Excellent and very knowledgeable as well. The guide was also a very nice person. Very friendly, I would 100% recommend to others this tour thank you for the great experience!!
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Malti_l
Sep 21, 2025
Our tour guide was very... - Our tour guide was very informative but overall feel the tour was expensive for your food choices you are given.
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