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Singapore Walking Tour: Chinatown, Little India & Kampong Glam

About this experience

Discover Singapore through three of its most colourful cultural quarters on this 3-hour guided walking tour through Kampong Gelam/Kampong Glam, Little India and Chinatown. Starting at Let’s Go Tour Singapore shop, follow a licensed local guide through vibrant streets, markets, murals and heritage landmarks, travelling between districts by MRT like a local. Along the way, uncover how Malay, Indian and Chinese communities shaped Singapore’s food, faith, architecture and everyday life.
More than a checklist of sights, this tour gives first-time visitors a lively introduction to Singapore’s multicultural story, with real neighbourhood stories, local context and practical tips on where to eat, shop and continue exploring after the tour ends in Chinatown. Small-group format keeps the experience personal, engaging and easy to follow.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr

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Singapore Walking Tour: Chinatown, Little India & Kampong Glam

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

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

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Public transportation
  • Licensed English-speaking guide

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary and highlights

Meet your licensed guide at Let’s Go Tour Singapore shop at 462 Crawford Lane, Unit #01-57. After a short introduction, set off together towards Kampong Gelam, Singapore’s historic Malay-Muslim quarter. See the colourful streets around Arab Street and Haji Lane, admire the Sultan Mosque from the outside, and learn how this former royal district became one of Singapore’s most vibrant cultural neighbourhoods.

Explore Kampong Gelam, Singapore’s historic Malay-Muslim quarter. See the colourful streets around Arab Street and Haji Lane, admire the Sultan Mosque from the outside, and learn how this former royal district became one of Singapore’s most vibrant cultural neighbourhoods.

Continue to Little India, one of Singapore’s most colourful cultural districts. Explore lively streets filled with flower garlands, spice shops, traditional trades and temple surroundings while your guide shares stories of Singapore’s Indian community, food, faith and daily life.

Explore Chinatown, where heritage streets, temples, clan associations and hawker culture reveal the story of Singapore’s early Chinese immigrants. Your guide will share how this historic district developed, how traditions continue today, and how Chinatown remains an important part of Singapore’s multicultural identity. The tour concludes near Chinatown Complex.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Meet at Let’s Go Tour Singapore, ground floor of Block 462 Crawford Lane, unit #01-57. Search “Let’s Go Tour Singapore” on Google Maps. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts for check-in. The nearest MRT is Lavender Station.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Let's Go Tour

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 6+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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