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Singapore City Hawker Market Food Tour – 7 Tastings in Chinatown

About this experience

Best Way to Understand Singapore in one afternoon through a privately guided deep-dive into Singapore’s hawker culture, designed for travelers who want authentic flavors, hidden gems, and real local insight - not tourist traps.

Discover Chinatown’s most beloved hawker stalls with a licensed local guide, featuring 7 authentic tastings and real stories behind the dishes.

Led by a team of passionate local insiders, you’ll explore Chinatown, Maxwell Food Centre, Chinatown Street Market and heritage lanes while tasting iconic dishes like satay, laksa, Hokkien mee, chicken rice and traditional desserts - all curated based on what’s best that day.

Choose the chauffeur option for a seamless, air-conditioned experience - perfect for families and first-time visitors. An Adventure awaits!

Private & Personalized
Authentic Hawker Food Experience
Hidden Gems + Cultural History
Flexible & Insider-Led
Perfect for Food Lovers & First-Time Visitors
Singapore Food market Tour
Private City Tour

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr
  • Private experience

Choose your tour option

Select a date and travellers to compare current prices and departure times.

Group Tour at Meetup point
Local-style Food Tastings: Embark on an authentic Hawker Experience with your local guide at top-rated venues all around Chinatown!
Duration: 3 hours: Enjoy a 3 hours personal experience Food Tour led by a licensed guide.


Come Hungry!: Most guests tell us they are completely full by the end of the tour!
Intimate group setting: We visit authentic stalls locals actually queue for.

Perfect introduction for first-time visitors to Singapore.
Private Tour w Chauffered Car
Local-style Food Tastings: Embark on a curated culinary journey with your local guide — enjoy tastings at top-rated venues.
with Chauffeured Car: A mini-bus may be dispatched in the event of capacity limits
Duration: 3 hours: Enjoy a 3 hours personal experience led by a licensed guide. Includes all food and drink tastings, stories about the venue
Come Hungry!: Most guests tell us they are completely full by the end of the tour!
Intimate group setting: We visit authentic stalls locals actually queue for.

Perfect introduction for first-time visitors to Singapore.
Air Conditioned Vehicle: Beat Singapore’s humidity in comfort.
Private hotel pick-up & drop-off included.
Please provide your hotel name at booking.

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Guide languagescmn (audio guide), cmn (live guide), cmn (written information), English (audio guide), English (live guide), English (written information)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Private Experience (Your Group Only)
  • A thoughtfully curated experience tailored to your personal interest
  • Discover off-the-radar stalls most visitors walk past with a local host
  • Flexible Dietary Accommodation (Advance Notice)
  • Enjoy a flexible start time tailored to your schedule - perfect for cruise arrivals or late mornings

Not included

  • Additional food or drinks beyond the curated tastings
  • Personal expenses & souvenirs
  • Any fees relating to admissions outside of Tour offering
  • Tips & Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

Wake up your senses and kick off with crispy Kaya Toast and a rich aromatic local coffee or silky pulled frothy tea like a true local!

A vibrant blend of old and new, Chinatown is where Singapore’s rich Chinese heritage comes alive — from colorful shophouses and traditional medicine halls to trendy bars and Michelin-rated hawker stalls. Wander through lantern-lined streets, sample local delights like char kway teow and bak kwa, or browse markets for jade jewelry and souvenirs. Whether you're here for the history, street eats, or hidden alleys, Chinatown is a must-see that never fails to charm.

Located in Singapore's Chinatown. Renowned for its authentic, affordable local cuisine, it houses over 100 stalls, including Michelin Bib Gourmand winners like Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice

Step into Singapore’s oldest Hindu temple to admire the ornate carvings and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.

The Chinatown Complex Market and Food Centre, commonly referred to as the Smith Street Food Centre, is one of Singapore's most iconic and largest hawker centres

Thian Hock Keng Temple
Singapore’s oldest Chinese temple is steeped in heritage and is a must-visit for history aficionados.

Tiong Bahru is Singapore’s oldest housing estate, famous for its Art Deco architecture, heritage shophouses, and vibrant café scene. This charming neighborhood blends historic streets, traditional coffee shops, local markets, and modern boutiques, offering an authentic glimpse into everyday Singapore life beyond the typical tourist spots.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Meet up point at Chinatown MRT near Exit A

Languages and tickets

  • cmn — Audio
  • cmn — Guide
  • cmn — Written
  • English — Audio
  • English — Guide
  • English — Written
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Moonshine Concierge & Limousine

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For Hotel Pickups, please state your Hotel
  • Any Dietary Restrictions

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
cmn (audio guide), cmn (live guide), cmn (written information), English (audio guide), English (live guide), English (written information).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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