About this experience
Eat like a local on a food tour.
Culturally immersive experience.
Small group with a maximum of 8 people.
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.
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for Singapore’s hot and humid climate
- A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
What is included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Food tastings include laksa, kaya toast, fresh kuehs, paper dosa, popiah & other classic dishes
- 13+ curated tastings across hawker centres and long-established local eateries
- Drinks include traditional kopi, teh tarik & freshly pressed sugarcane juice
- All taxes, fees, and GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Public bus transportation during the tour
Not included
- Transportation to/from the meeting point
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Step into the story of Singapore through its food. From sizzling hawker stalls and fragrant spice shops to traditional coffee houses and colorful local neighborhoods, this small-group food tour explores the cultures, histories, and communities that shaped modern Singapore — one bite at a time.
Over the course of the experience, you’ll travel through Singapore’s Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Peranakan communities while tasting dishes passed down through generations. With a maximum of 8 guests, the tour is designed to feel personal, relaxed, and immersive rather than rushed or scripted.
Explore 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.
Visit one of Singapore’s most legendary hawker centres and sample beloved local favorites such as Hokkien mee and popiah surrounded by the energy of Singapore’s hawker culture.
Discover the heart of Singapore’s Malay and Muslim communities through dishes such as beef rendang and freshly pulled teh tarik beneath the golden domes of Sultan Mosque.
Finish in the vibrant streets of Little India with crispy paper dosa, Indian sweets, and other traditional specialties rich in spice and history.
Meeting and pickup information
- Your tour starts from outside BibiNogs@Tides Preschool, Your guide will be waiting for you outside the School.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- The Hello Tourism Company Singapore Pte Ltd
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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 tour
- This experience is not suitable for strict dietary restrictions or severe food allergies
- Many tastings contain pork, seafood, dairy, wheat/gluten, nuts, and spice
- A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
- Tours operate rain or shine
- Families traveling with children under 6 years old may prefer our private food tour experience
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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