Singapore Private Food, Culture and Heritage Tour with 9 tastings
Description
Discover Singapore’s vibrant flavours and cultural stories on this Private Food, Culture & Heritage Tour. The 4-hour tour gives you the essentials: two heritage districts, delicious food tastings, and a relaxed exploration of the city centre, all paced comfortably for a rich, memorable introduction to the city. Your journey begins in Chinatown before continuing into either Little India or Kampong Glam, each offering its own personality through spices, street art and local snacks like savoury Thosai or traditional pastries. The experience ends with the Singapore City Highlights, where Marina Bay, the riverfront and historic bridges reveal how Singapore evolved into the modern metropolis you see today. Upgrade to the 6-hour experience for extended exploration and a scenic 40-minute river cruise. Designed for travellers who value authenticity and comfort, this private tour features 9–10 local tastings, personalised storytelling and the flexibility to explore at your own pace.
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Itinerary
There is no one face that fits all Singaporeans. Racial diversity is the essence of being a Singaporean. Discover, through architecture, heritage and culture, how the local lives, where local eats, what locals do; with the assimilation of olden days trades and modern times occupations. The Tour starts off by an Introduction of why and how our Ethnic Quarters were formed, and what were the changes over the years. The first stop would be at Chinatown we showcase the Chinese culture, a brief introduction to the history of the area. Expect heart wrenching stories of labourers and vices of life.
Learn about the square and its surrounding, including visiting Chinatown Complex with its popular hawker centre and wet market.
Learn about its location and vicinity
Learn about the history of the street and its past stories of early immigrants.
Photo-taking opportunity
Learn about Heritage Centre and peek insider 100 year old shophouses
Little India welcomes you to the scent of curries and sight of garlands as we appreciate the Indian culture. You will be introduced to the difference in North and South Indian traditions and cuisine.
Photo-taking opportunity
Learn about its location and the different kinds of "must-try" local food in Singapore
Photo-taking opportunity
Learn about its location and vicinity
The last stop of the tour would be at Kampong Glam. This Ethnic Quarter comprises not only the Malay culture, but also the modern cosmopolitan culture of our "Hispter Lane" and the row of exciting artisan cafe and bespoke bars.
Venue is pointed out to visit after the tour
Photo-taking opportunity and learn about its location
Learn about its location and vicinity
Shopping, sipping on a Cocktail, hunting down those Insta-Worthy shots, wolving down more Food, or a quick Massage, Bugis has it all!
A vibrant riverside entertainment and dining district in Singapore, located along the Singapore River. It’s known for its nightlife, waterfront restaurants, bars, and live music venues. The area is a favorite spot for both tourists and locals, offering a mix of heritage charm and modern entertainment.
One of the most iconic waterways in Singapore, running through the heart of the city and playing a vital role in its history, trade, and urban development. Today, it is a popular destination for dining, entertainment, and scenic views. Join the Singapore River cruise and enjoy a relaxing way to explore the river, offering a glimpse into the city's past and present.
End of the tour at Marina Bay Sands (MBS) is an iconic integrated resort in Singapore, known for its luxury hotel, world-class casino, infinity pool, shopping mall, and entertainment venues. It is one of Singapore’s most famous landmarks, offering stunning views of the city skyline and Marina Bay.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Departure Point: - Chinatown MRT Station - Exit A (Street Level) - OR, Preferred pick-up location 30 minutes before start time (when pick-up option is selected)
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child is 3 to 12 years old. Infant below 3 years old is free-of-charge.
- Tour is not suitable for guests with dietary restrictions or require walking assistance.
- Guests are advised to be punctual.
- Tour operates rain or shine, please bring along poncho/umbrella and water to stay hydrated.
- Hotel pick-up offered. No drop-off service available.
- Dress code is casual with comfortable footwear.
- Moderate amount of walking is required, including outdoors.
- Enjoy a fixed-menu meal with regular or vegetarian options available. Please note that customisations and allergy-related substitutions cannot be accommodated
- Due to the nature of hawker dining, we may be unable to accommodate severe allergies (e.g. peanut or gluten allergies), as food is prepared by multiple individual stalls and restaurants.
Reviews(410)
This tour helped us to really discover parts of the city that often go unnoticed. Lovely food, helpful tour guide and a brilliant atmosphere!
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted you enjoyed discovering hidden corners of Singapore, the delicious food, and the wonderful atmosphere. We'd love to see your favorite moments—please share your photos or videos and tag @monsterdaytours!
Wonderful evening of information, stories and great food hosted by our very enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide, Wilson. We were travelling with three generations and uncharacteristically, everyone thoroughly enjoyed the experience, even the 16 year old. Highly recommend.
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted Wilson's enthusiasm and knowledge made the experience enjoyable for all three generations of your family. We'd love to see your family moments from the tour—share your photos or videos and tag @monsterdaytours!
William was fantastic knowledgeable about the history and real Singapore. Food was delicious such good fun thank you William!
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Awesome food and tour. We had some of the best food and got the history behind it all!
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It was very fun & informative. I am vegan, and we went to two places that didn't have any vegan options. Even though I was very full by the end of the tour, it would have been good to know to be prepared for the food stops that don't have vegan options and to have the option to get a beverage instead. Otherwise, everything was very good. By the end of the tour, I was so full from all of the good food. It was worth the wait. Our tour guide Ping (not Pong) was very fun to be with. We really enjoyed ourselves with her. Highly recommend this tour company.
Thank you for joining us! We’re so glad you had a fun, tasty, and informative experience with Ping, and that you left full and happy. We also appreciate your helpful note regarding vegan options and preparation for certain food stops. If you took any photos, please tag and mention @monsterdaytours!
Simon was a very knowledgeable tour guide for the history & present day Singapore as well as the great diverse foods of Singapore. Highly recommend Simon for any of the tours offered. Great personality that makes you feel at home.
Thank you for coming along! We’re glad Simon’s knowledge of Singapore past and present—plus the diverse foods—made you feel right at home. If you took any photos, please tag and mention @monsterdaytours!
Eric was amazing and the food was so good. Thank you!!
Thank you for joining us! We’re so happy Eric made it amazing and that you loved the food. If you took any photos, please tag and mention @monsterdaytours!
Our guide Lim Rui Heng organized an incredible experience for us with insightful commentary, and tireless attention
Thank you for coming along! We’re delighted Lim Rui Heng created such an incredible experience with insightful commentary and tireless care throughout. If you took any photos, please tag and mention @monsterdaytours!
William was amazing!! Great historian. Witty. Honest. Great food tasting experience! Would definitely do this again because of him!!!!
Thank you for coming along! We’re thrilled William made it amazing with his history, wit, and honest storytelling—so happy you’d do it again because of him! If you took any photos, please tag and mention @monsterdaytours!
An outstanding tour with so much good food! If you want to dive in to history, culture, and flavor this is the tour for you. Simon is the best!
Thank you for joining us! We’re so happy you loved the mix of history, culture, and flavour—and that Simon made it outstanding (and delicious). If you took any photos, please tag and mention @monsterdaytours!
