UNESCO Hawker Culture: Chinatown Food Tasting Tour
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Is UNESCO Hawker Culture: Chinatown Food Tasting Tour worth booking?
UNESCO Hawker Culture: Chinatown Food Tasting Tour is a 3-hour experience in Singapore, Singapore, from $89 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 58 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 73 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (58)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $89 per person
Hawker culture is an integral part of Singapore’s culture that has been listed under UNESCO’s world heritage. People from all walks of life gather to enjoy their meals together. In this tour you can look forward to tasti
What you get
About this experience
Hawker culture is an integral part of Singapore’s culture that has been listed under UNESCO’s world heritage. People from all walks of life gather to enjoy their meals together. In this tour you can look forward to tasting a collection of hand picked hawker dishes & sweet treats recommended by your designated local guide. You will also explore secret alleyways with vintage shophouses, old temples and hidden spots with aesthetic murals. ● Explore iconic temples ● Secret hidden alleys with Instagrammable Murals ● Colorful vintage shophouses boasting rich colonial history ● 8-9 handpicked must-try local dishes and beverages at famous hawker centers ● Small group with maximum of 10 guests
What's included
Included
- 3 hours with a Licensed Local Guide
- 1 Bottle of Mineral Water
- 9-10 handpicked food at famous hawker centres or Michelin Bid Gourmand Award dishes
Not included
- Tips & Gratuities (is appreciated but not required )
What you'll see and do
Sri Mariamman Temple
The Sri Mariamman Temple was founded in 1827 by Naraina Pillai, a prominent figure in Singapore’s Indian community. It was recognized as a National Monument for its architectural and historical significance.
10 minutes here
Ann Siang Hill Park
Ann Siang Hill was once a bustling business Centre for Chinese immigrants in Singapore, retaining much of its historical and architectural charm with many of the ethnic picturesque shophouses being restored and conserved. The tour guide will show you photo taking spots that were featured in the movie Crazy Rich Asians.
15 minutes here
Maxwell Food Centre
Maxwell Food Centre is a treasure trove of hawker delights, featuring famous hawker dishes like Singapore's famous chicken rice, Fuzhou pancakes and other Hawker food
35 minutes here
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum
This Tang-styled Chinese Buddhist temple’s richly designed interiors and comprehensive exhibits on Buddhist art and history tell stories of culture over thousands of years old. The temple houses a relic said to be a tooth from Buddha. Next to it is Sago Lane, a place the Cantonese name ominously called 'street of the dead'.
10 minutes here
Chinatown
Chinatown Complex is a repository of unique architectural heritage showcasing shophouses with exteriors decorated in Chinese-style tile ornaments and motifs. Previously, street hawkers would ply their trade in pushcarts all over Chinatown causing congested traffic, resulting in the construction of Chinatown Complex to resettle them without losing the district’s unique character. Today, Chinatown complex is a popular place to dine & shop.
20 minutes here
Smith Street
Walk through several alleys with ethnic picturesque shophouses, Instagrammable murals by local artist Yip Yew Chong and have a rest stop at a traditional coffeeshop, feeling the nostalgia and tradition of coffee beans being roasted and ground at their backyard back in the old days.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Singapore
Chinatown MRT Exit A (Street Level), 151 New Bridge Rd Singapore 059443 Meet in front of Bee Chiang Heng Bak Kwa Store at 69 Pagoda Street Branch.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The nearest MRT station to the end point is Maxwell Station.
Options you can book
JOIN IN GROUP
SHARED GROUP: Childs Policy: 1 adult can buy max 1 child tickets, etc. Any additional child will have to pay Full adult price.
PRIVATE TOUR
PRIVATE GROUP
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, ja, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- LC Travel Planners
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Attraction Closures and Alternatives In the event of unforeseen circumstances, such as adverse weather conditions, resulting in the closure of any paid attraction(s) included in our tour itineraries, LC Travel reserves the right to substitute the affected attraction(s) with an alternative attraction(s) of similar value. This decision will be made at the discretion of LC Travel and is intended to minimize disruptions to the tour. No refunds or compensation will be provided for attraction closures or substitutions.
- Childs Policy: 1 adult can buy max 1 child tickets and 2 adults can buy max 2 child tix, etc. Any additional child will have to pay Full adult price.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 58 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
58 verified traveler reviews for UNESCO Hawker Culture: Chinatown Food Tasting Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great tour with Ronnie
Ronnie was the most amazing guide. He is so knowledgeable and passionate about sharing the history of Singapore. We learnt so much, ate great food and had an awesome experience.
via Tripadvisor
Food and more
Lots of food but lots of other info too. Not too long of a walk in terms of distance but excellent pace Excellent guide
via Viator
Ronnie was a great...
Ronnie was a great driver. He was on time and very supportive. I would definitely recommend this tour.
via Viator
Exceptional tour guide
Our tour guide, Jag, is exceptional. She’s very knowledgeable and very communicative. Contacted us the day before to ensure we know how to get to the meeting point. She was very accommodating and made sure we were comfortable. She shared with us a lot of information and history about Singapore. We really enjoyed our conversation. Highly, highly recommend.
via Viator
Exploring Chinatown and its food flavours
An interesting walk through Chinatown, our guide Jeanette was excellent , her knowledge of the history and culture was very good and we enjoyed the dishes which she selected for us . The tour ended in the temple, which was beautiful to experience. I would highly recommend this tour and Jeanette is an amazing and friendly guide.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $89 to $360
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 20
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 73
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
UNESCO Hawker Culture: Chinatown Food Tasting Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Singapore.
How much does UNESCO Hawker Culture: Chinatown Food Tasting Tour cost?
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Prices start at $89 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Singapore usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does UNESCO Hawker Culture: Chinatown Food Tasting Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Singapore is not rushed.
Is UNESCO Hawker Culture: Chinatown Food Tasting Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 58 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Singapore, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule UNESCO Hawker Culture: Chinatown Food Tasting Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is UNESCO Hawker Culture: Chinatown Food Tasting Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book UNESCO Hawker Culture: Chinatown Food Tasting Tour?
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Around 20 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Singapore can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Singapore and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does UNESCO Hawker Culture: Chinatown Food Tasting Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Singapore within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Singapore?
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On Outty we rank every Singapore experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Singapore Highlights Small Group Bike Tour on Full-Sized Bicycles, Lion City Bike Tour of Singapore, Singapore River Cruise, Night Garden Rhapsody & Spectra by CYT. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Singapore?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Singapore?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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