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Singapore Street Food: Taste Cultural Diversity
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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 roots of these street foods as you…
- 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 roots of these street foods as you explore dishes from various cultures, 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, enjoy 9 different street food tastings influenced by multiple cultures.
- Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum - Admire the architecturally magnificent Chinese temple built in the Tang style and capture photos of this iconic landmark in Chinatown, Singapore.
- Tekka Centre - At Tekka Centre in Little India, savor a variety of local dishes such as roti prata (Indian flatbread), rojak, and other beloved local specialties.
- 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 a slice of local life as flower garland makers, street markets, and the nearby Little India Heritage Centre bring vibrancy to this colorful street.
What's Included
- Eat like a Local with 9 authentic tastings of foods & refreshment
- Private Tour with Your Licensed Local Food Guide
- Hotel Pickup available for ‘WITH Pickup’ option
- Public transportation
- Breakfast
- Snacks
- Eat like a Local with 9 authentic tastings of foods & refreshment
- Private Tour with Your Licensed Local Food Guide
- Hotel Pickup available for ‘WITH Pickup’ option
- Public transportation
- Breakfast
- Snacks
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 the multicultural influences found 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 the multicultural influences found 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 you walk by cultural landmarks and uncover 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
5.0
(26 Ratings)
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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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Matthew_w
Aug 12, 2025
Savoring Singapore - If you want to eat like a local while learning about history and culture, then this is the tour for you. My tour guide was gracious with her time helping me navigate everything from the subway system to the spiciest of dishes at the Chinatown Hawker stalls. I was thrilled with a first had account of life in Singapore, one tasty plate of food at a time.
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Susan
Jul 24, 2025
Excellent - Rachel is a wonderful tour guide. Warm and friendly and very knowledgeable about the history, culture and food of Singapore. Clearly she has very congenial relationships with the local stall holders. Perhaps best of all, through conversation she intuited our particular tastes and interests, and tailored the tour accordingly. Thank you Rachel, it was a fantastic introduction to Singapore for first timers!
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Mountwhanga
Jun 22, 2025
Food and history - Rachel greeted us all by name
She made us all fell welcome and checked on us regularly especially my mother who is in her 80s
She was a very informative and knowledgeable guide pointing out local history and sites as we walked
And the food was all very tasty Rachel provided us with everything we needed including wipes
She also took us through 2 temples which was amazing
I would highly recommend Rachel and this tour
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Mark_k
Apr 21, 2025
Rachel provided a lot of... - Rachel provided a lot of Singapore history in addition to the food stop in Chinatown and Little India. Definitely a great tour.
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965betsyf
Apr 3, 2025
The perfect start to our Singapore adventures! - Rachel is the absolute best! This was an incredible way to kickoff our time in Singapore - not only did we enjoy some great bites, but we also learned so much about Singapore culture and day-to-day life. Rachel also helped us feel comfortable using the MRT trains, which was so helpful for the rest of our time. Rachel is kind, welcoming, and very knowledgeable. We cannot recommend her more highly!!
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Richarddi395lg
Mar 31, 2025
Superb Food Tour in Singapore - We booked this Singapore Street Food Tour and enjoyed every moment. Our guide Rachel met us at our hotel promptly as scheduled and did a really fantastic job. She also moved at a comfortable pace, ensuring our safety and comfort throughout the tour. After boarding the local metro, we began in Chinatown and finished in Little India (...just as was described in the booking). Each tasting - Laksa soup, Crispy Curry Puffs, Hainanese Chicken, Roti Prata, and more! - were all delicious and provided interesting insights into the cultural, historical aspects of Singapore. In addition to the food tasting at the popular "hawker" food centers, we also enjoyed our stop for kaya toast at the "Nanyang Old Coffee" house which surprisingly included a charming coffee museum (exhibit) upstairs dedicated to preserving the Singaporean coffee culture. We booked this tour originally because it appeared to be a better balance of food and culture. With the inclusion of the food tastings and Temple stops along the way, the tour did not disappoint and exceeded all expectations. Our guide Rachel was both wonderful and very knowledgeable of the food and Singaporean culture. Highly recommend this tour (...with Rachel if possible!), especially if you have only a few short days to experience Singapore.
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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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