Private Singapore Food Tour: Chinatown & Little India, 9 Tastings
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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.
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.
See an architecturally stunning Chinese temple built in the Tang style and take photos of the prominent landmark in Chinatown Singapore.
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.
Taste Indian street snacks along the buzzy Serangoon Road. Spot hidden street art and shops along the major thoroughfare of Little India.
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.
The last surviving Chinese villa in Little India is a hybrid of Malay, Chinese and European architectural influences. You will have photo taking opportunities.
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.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Hotel pickup in central Singapore/ports.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(40)
We use guides a lot and can say that Rachel is top-notch. What stands out with Rachel is her commitment to providing a tour that appeals to individual clients - it's not regimented. She gages your interests early and adjusts; our tour ended up being as much cultural as cuisine. It was a very enriching tour and she's a very likable person.
Michael, thank you very much for your kind review. It's my pleasure to be your local food host, and I’m especially happy to know that you appreciated the mix of food tastings, cultural context and a more personalised experience. I had a terrific time introducing you and your family to Singapore’s culture through food in Chinatown and Little India. Thank you as well for the laughs and wonderful company - it was a joy hosting all of you! Hope to welcome the family back to Singapore again in the future. Warmest regards, Rachel
We had 4 excellent days of touring with Culture Curious Singapore Tours … starting with an outstanding architectural tour which doubled as a great introduction to Singapore followed by a wonderful food tour, a cultural neighborhood tour, and finally a tour centered on WW II history in Singapore. We have had *many* tours around the world and I can say with confidence that these were some of the best. Not only are Rachel, Kelvin and Chris highly knowledgeable, they went above and beyond taking care of us with tips, links, taxi help, and much much more. We felt completely welcomed and comfortable with all of them, so not only did we learn what we came for, but we chatted about anything else that came up … from how real Singaporeans afford to live, to wedding customs, to durian tasting, to public transportation and so much more!!! Consummate professionals, Rachel and co personified gracious hospitality and joy in sharing their city and country with us. We would highly recommend Culture Curious to anyone.
Hi Ellen. Thank you for your heartfelt review. As a small team of Singaporean guides, our goal is to help guests experience the "Real Singapore" through a variety of topics and perspectives. And of course, food is an important part of that story! We deeply appreciate you taking the time to share your experience on our Food Tour in Chinatown and Little India and are happy that you enjoyed the curated tastings and the opportunity to learn about the cultures and traditions that have shaped Singapore's multicultural heritage. Thanks again for booking with us and we hope you'll be back for more of your favourite thosai in the near future. (: Warmest regards, Rachel
The perfect way to familiarize yourself with the variety of cultures and exotic flavors which coexist within Singapore. Our guide Rachel was very engaging and knowledgeable and taught us so much about the history and traditions of Singapore. It was nice to "eat like a local" and visit the less touristy spots. Definitely recommended.
Hi BamaSlama, thank you for your lovely review of our private food tour in Chinatown and Little India. It's an absolute pleasure to hear that you enjoyed the combination of local tastings and cultural insights. The tour is designed to introduce visitors to Singapore through what locals consider our favourite pastime - eating! As you aptly remarked, it's a chance to truly "eat like a local" while gaining a deeper understanding of the diverse cultures that make up Singapore. Much thanks once again and we hope to have the opportunity to host you on your future visit to Singapore. All best wishes, Rachel
Amazing tour !! Kelvin was a gem !!! He taught us so much about Singapore…. Food, culture, infrastructure, people
Thanks, Betty! Kelvin will be so happy to hear this. He has a real gift for connecting the dots between Singapore’s food, culture, and people. We're so glad that came through during your time together. A pleasure having you on the tour! Hope the rest of your stay here has been just as memorable. Warmest regards, Rachel
Communication with the organiser, Rachel, was excellent, very timely and really helpful. Our guide Swee Lin ensured we had plenty to eat and gave us an in depth and very comprehensive history regarding Singapore adding personal touches regarding her own families background and also how modern Singapore compares to the past and how it has changed
Selena, thank you so much for your kind review - it truly means a lot to us. We are glad to hear you found the communication helpful and that Swee Lin made the experience both enjoyable and insightful. She’s very passionate about connecting Singapore’s food with its history and everyday life, so we're happy that came through. It’s also lovely to know you felt well taken care of with the tastings - we always aim to balance generous portions with meaningful context. Thank you again for exploring Singapore with us and we hope to host you again on another different tour in future. Warmest regards, Rachel
Rachel was amazing - so knowledgeable and made sure we only ate the best food! In the end, we were so full that we had to put up the flag of defeat! Never happened to me before!!! Rachel was a 10 out of 10 as a guide…highly recommended!
Amanda, thank you for such a lovely review. Am delighted to hear you enjoyed the experience! The aim of the food tour is to showcase a selection of street food that reflects Singapore’s vibrant mix of cultures, so we’re especially glad you and Nicole got to experience that (and then some!). The selection of foods—including a few Michelin-listed tastings alongside popular local eateries - is designed to give you a hyperlocal insight into our street food heritage. It's our pleasure showing your party around and sharing some of our favourite local eats. We hope you’ll be back for round two, and would be very delighted to host you again! Warmest regards, Rachel
Culture Curious and owner Rachel were a marvel! Deep insight into culture, history, architecture, and the Hawker markets — all delivered with high energy, efficiency and fun! Highly recommend !!
Hi Susan. Thank you so much for booking two tours with us. Your glowing review is deeply appreciated, and we’re delighted to hear that you found the tours insightful. We truly enjoyed sharing both knowledge and Singapore's food culture with you! We hope to welcome you back to our sunny shores again someday. Warmest regards, Rachel
We were very lucky to have Mrs Rachel as our guide. She is an excellent guide , very knowledgeable and a charming personality, we learned a lot from her and we highly recommend her to any new visitor to Singapore that really wants to learn about .
Deeply appreciate your glowing review - it was a pleasure hosting your party of four and sharing insights about Singapore's development and history. Thank you for your kind words and we welcome you back to our sandy shores once more. Warmest regards, Rachel
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
Our team is so happy to hear that you enjoyed your food tour with us. It was a pleasure introducing your party to a selection of local foods in Singapore’s historic hubs, while sharing the traditions behind the dishes and the makers who bring our melting pot of cultures to life. We'd be delighted to welcome you back to Singapore again. Warmest regards, Rachel
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!
Hi Katie, thanks so much for your review! (: Loved the group’s enthusiasm for our street food culture and we're delighted to hear that the tastings suited the group's dietary requirements. It was just as enjoyable for us to share insights into our UNESCO-recognised food culture as it was for you to experience it. Wishing everyone a fruitful work trip, and we hope to welcome you back to Singapore again! All best wishes, Rachel
