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15 Food & Drink Experiences in Singapore for a Short Stay

66 tours  ·  from $51 a head

The popular food & drink experiences sell out a week or more ahead. Below are the 15 to lock in first, what each includes and how they differ.

Small Group: Michelin and Local Hawker Food Tour with 9 tastings - South Bridge Road and Sago Street add a human story
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Small Group: Michelin and Local Hawker Food Tour with 9 tastings

1.Small Group: Michelin and Local Hawker Food Tour with 9 tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,890 reviews · from $79Our pick

Walk Chinatown with a guide and try 9 to 10 local hawker foods and drinks, including dishes from Michelin Guide-listed stalls. The 3.5-hour tour visits Maxwell Food Centre, historic streets and Chinatown Complex. Groups are capped at 10. Come hungry: portions can be generous, and the fixed menu cannot accommodate dietary needs.

“Swee Lin was a wonderful guide to the best food we had in Singapore. I was so pleased with this activity! We went to hawker markets,l and local shops for a real taste of the city and plenty of great history along the way. Even though we skRead more”

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Small Group: Singapore Street Food & Night Tour with 9 tastings - The Fullerton, Clifford Pier, and Merlion Park after dark
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Small Group: Singapore Street Food & Night Tour with 9 tastings

2.Small Group: Singapore Street Food & Night Tour with 9 tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,240 reviews · from $79

Start near Clarke Quay at 6 pm for a 3.5-hour guided walk along the Singapore River to Lau Pa Sat. Expect nine or ten fixed food and drink tastings, from bak kut teh and Indian specialties to local hawker fare, plus stories about old Singapore and views near Marina Bay. Guides such as Ping, Heng, and Linda have led this route.

“This tour was excellent but not exactly the food tour I was expecting. I thought this would be a food tour with a local helping us choose what hawker to eat from. It was this but with many hours of walking tour with historical facts without food mixed in. I appreciated all I learned on the tour but want to warn guests this is not the “come hungry eat the whole time” tour I thought I was signing up for. We were very hungry for the over an hour we walked the city with no food because we arrived ready to eat.”

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The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour: 10 Tastings of 3 Cultures - Little India: a change of flavor and setting
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The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour: 10 Tastings of 3 Cultures

3.The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour: 10 Tastings of 3 Cultures

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,017 reviews · from $152

Explore Kampong Gelam, Little India, and Chinatown with a private English-speaking food guide. Try 10 local food and drink tastings, from teh tarik and rojak to dim sum, Indian breads, and Malay curries. Your host can adapt the route for dietary needs, though you should discuss allergies and restrictions before booking.

“More than a food tour, great introduction to the neighborhoods and culture that make up Singapore . Well paced and saw much of the city”

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Singapore: Chinese, Indian & Arabic Quarters, Culture & Food Tour - Little India: market colors and spice
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Singapore: Chinese, Indian & Arabic Quarters, Culture & Food Tour

4.Chinese, Indian & Arabic Quarters, Culture & Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 789 reviews · from $148

Spend about five and a half hours walking Singapore’s Chinatown, Little India, and Kampong Glam with local guide Gerry, a fourth-generation Singapore-Chinese-Peranakan. Expect hawker-center dishes, drinks, neighborhood history, and time at Sultan Mosque. The group is capped at eight, and the generous tastings make this a tour to start hungry.

“Gerry is a fantastic guide. His story is heartwarming and is intertwined with Singaporean culture. I strongly encourage anyone visiting Singapore to take this tour first. The food is outstanding and the history is fascinating.”

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Singapore: UNESCO Street Food & Cultural Experience - Kampong Glam: a second neighborhood, another perspective
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Singapore: UNESCO Street Food & Cultural Experience

5.UNESCO Street Food & Cultural Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 524 reviews · from $161

Spend about five and a half hours exploring Chinatown, Kampong Glam, and Little India with Singapore guide Gerry. Taste local food and drinks, hear about the city’s Chinese, Malay, and Indian communities, and learn to use the MRT and buses. The small-group tour includes up to eight people, with optional hotel pickup and drop-off.

“This Singapore food tour was absolutely fantastic— so much food we honestly lost count, and every bite was delicious. Portions were generous, and the stops were thoughtfully chosen with a great mix of local favorites. Our guide Gerry was Read more”

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Small-Group Food Tour With Hawker Center: Eat Like A Local - Katong-Joo Chiat: where food meets Peranakan culture
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Small-Group Food Tour With Hawker Center: Eat Like A Local

6.Small-Group Food Tour With Hawker Center: Eat Like A Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 420 reviews · from $161

Start in Katong with a guide and a group of no more than eight, then travel by foot and public bus to Old Airport Road Hawker Centre, Kampong Gelam and Little India. Expect at least 10 tastings, from kaya toast and laksa to Hokkien mee and dosa, plus food stories and neighborhood history. Bring water, walking shoes and sun or rain protection.

“Our guide,Su Ling, made this Singapore food tour so much fun and educational. Su Ling really puts her heart and soul into this tour and kept it at a comfortable pace. The foods you will sample follow the historical influences of the many cultures that inspired this fairly young country. I was so full at the end of the tour. Bring good walking shoes.”

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Singapore Private Food, Culture and Heritage Tour with 9 tastings - Kampong Glam mixes Malay heritage and newer city life
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Singapore Private Food, Culture and Heritage Tour with 9 tastings

7.Singapore Private Food, Culture and Heritage Tour with 9 tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 394 reviews · from $185

Spend about six hours walking and riding public transport through Chinatown, Little India and Kampong Glam with a private English-speaking guide. Expect 9 to 10 local dishes and drinks, heritage stops and a river cruise. Guides have included Pam, Walter, Marcus and Reyney, though your guide is assigned for your date. The route ends at Marina Bay Sands.

“Absolutely FABULOUS private tour... but, as other reviewers have said, it is not a food tour. (There was very little food involved.) However, SIMON did a fantastic job of sharing insights into Singapore culture, politics and society. We enjoyed Read more”

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Singapore Food & Bike Tour - Katong - Finish by the coast at East Coast Park
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Singapore Food & Bike Tour – Katong

8.Singapore Food & Bike Tour – Katong

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 289 reviews · from $96

Join a licensed local guide for a four-hour food and bike tour from Dakota MRT, with a group of no more than 10. You’ll ride through Geylang Serai, Katong and Joo Chiat, then East Coast Park, stopping for at least eight dishes such as laksa, curry puff and Hainanese chicken rice. Guides have included Holden, Fred, Zac and Han.

“Fabulous tour. Holden was an awesome guide and shared lots of information about the food and Singapore in general. Heaps of food so make sure you don't have breakfast before the tour! I've been regularly visiting Singapore for 20+ years but this tour let me experience an area I really hadn't spent any time exploring before”

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Singapore Bike and Bites Food Tour - Kampong Gelam: Malay heritage and newer street life
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Singapore Bike and Bites Food Tour

9.Singapore Bike and Bites Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 258 reviews · from $80

This three-hour afternoon ride visits Chinatown, Little India, and Kampong Gelam, pairing local food bites with stories about Singapore’s cultures and past. A licensed guide leads the route, with guides including Alfie, Kavin, Jackie, Yong, and Colin. Expect tastings rather than full meals, warm weather, and city cycling.

“This tour was well organized, so much fun and some great food along the way. Our tour guide Yong was sensational. So this tour, you’ll love it!!”

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Singapore: Chinatown Hawker Market Food Tour with 7 Food Tastings - A hawker centre and familiar Singapore staples
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Singapore: Chinatown Hawker Market Food Tour with 7 Food Tastings

10.Chinatown Hawker Market Food Tour with 7 Food Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 213 reviews · from $146

This three-hour Chinatown walk pairs local food with stories about Singapore’s communities and landmarks. Expect kaya toast, chicken rice, snacks, dessert and a secret dish, with beer and water included. Guides such as Natalie, Jag, Edwin and Kent have led tours; groups are capped at 12, and private options are available.

“We enjoyed Ronnie and how knowledgeable he is about Singapore. He told about a lot of history and the food was delicious!”

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Singapore: Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals - Start in Kampong Glam
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Singapore: Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals

11.Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 194 reviews · 3 hours · from $160

Follow a local guide through Kampong Glam, Little India, and Chinatown, with 10 food and drink tastings along the way. Try classics such as teh tarik and rojak, hear how Singapore’s Malay, Indian, and Chinese communities shaped its food culture, and visit landmarks including Sultan Mosque and the Cow murals. Groups are capped at eight; vegetarian alternatives are available.

“Chingmeng was great. He showed us several parts atof the city, told us about singapores history and also got us great food to taste. This tour is an awesome activity for your first day to help see the areas you want to go back to. He also gave us great pointers for other things to visit during our stay in Singapore. Highly recommend.”

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Singapore: Local Hawker Food Tour with Tastings - A Chinatown walk connects meals with place
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Singapore: Local Hawker Food Tour with Tastings

12.Local Hawker Food Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 181 reviews · 3 hours · from $72

Meet your English-speaking guide at Chinatown MRT, then walk through Chinatown’s hawker centres and heritage streets while sampling 9 to 10 local foods and drinks. The three-hour tour includes tastings at Hong Lim Market and Maxwell Food Centre, plus stops near historic temples. Guides such as William, Swee Lin, Richard, and Jon have led tours.

“Loves the guide Lim Rui Heng and simply found the food delicious.”

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Eat Snap Katong Walking Food Tour - FAQ
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Eat Snap Katong Walking Food Tour

13.Eat Snap Katong Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 174 reviews · from $76

Start at Marine Parade MRT at 9:00 am for a three-hour, small-group food walk through Katong and Joo Chiat to Geylang Serai Market and Haig Road Market. Expect at least nine Malay, Indian, and Chinese dishes, from sweet to spicy and savory, with local stories from guides such as Jamie Seow, Darius, and Han.

“This was a wonderful escape into areas of Singapore that a tourist wouldn't normally see. Jamie Seow was funny and informative. The curry puffs were absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend.”

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Singapore Street Food Tour with a Local: A Feast for Foodies 100% Personalized - How the private guide adds value
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Singapore Street Food Tour with a Local: A Feast for Foodies 100% Personalized

14.Singapore Street Food Tour with a Local: A Feast for Foodies 100% Personalized

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 169 reviews · from $216

Set out with a private local guide for a three-hour Singapore food walk shaped by your tastes and dietary needs. Expect 6 to 8 hawker-food tastings, with possible stops for soya sauce chicken rice, Hainanese chicken rice, satay, and sugarcane juice. Guides such as Roy, Jon, Adam, and Stan have led tours, but your host is assigned after booking.

“A great time! Dr Stan is a wonderful guide, and he knows all the places to get the tasty food, with historical info along the way. We tried many items that were new to us, and enjoyed them all. We definitely recommend this.”

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Royal Albatross – Weeknight Buffet Dinner + Free-flow Wine & Beer

15.Royal Albatross – Weeknight Buffet Dinner + Free-flow Wine & Beer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 164 reviews · from $222

Board the Royal Albatross in Sentosa for an evening cruise of about two and a half hours, with dinner and free-flow beer, wine, and soft drinks. The route takes in Sentosa’s beaches, Sentosa Cove, and Lazarus Island. You can enjoy air-conditioned spaces, claim a souvenir mug, and stay aboard for more drinks after the cruise.

“Booked in advance for my anniversary, crew members were amazing and good was delicious.! And unforgettable night for my wife and I . 100% recommended!!!”

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