Singapore: Ultimate Food Journey

About this experience

Singapore: Ultimate Food Journey This three-hour guided food tour takes you beyond tourist restaurants into Singapore's authentic culinary heart. You'll visit bustling hawker centres, traditional wet markets, and exclusive family-run factories that rarely open their doors to visitors. Your local guide shares the stories behind each dish whilst you taste your way through Singapore's diverse food heritage. The experience combines cultural education with hands-on activities, including learning to roll your own popiah and sampling traditional sweets at local favourites. You'll discover how ingredients like belachan and local coffee form the backbone of Singaporean cuisine, whilst meeting the vendors and artisans who keep these traditions alive. What is Included 3-hour guided food tour with local expert Food tastings at hawker centres and local stalls Access to two family-run food factories Hands-on popiah rolling session Wet market tour with ingredient explanations Traditional putu piring sweet treat Good to Know The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and covers multiple locations on foot. Wear comfortable walking shoes as you'll be standing and walking throughout. Bring a water bottle as most of the tour takes place outdoors in Singapore's tropical climate. Arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled start time. If you have dietary restrictions, inform your guide in advance so alternatives can be arranged where possible. Personal expenses and gratuities are not included in the tour price. Children can participate, though the experience suits those old enough to engage with the walking and tasting activities. The tour provides unique access to locations not typically open to the general public, making it ideal for food enthusiasts seeking an authentic taste of Singapore's culinary culture. For more Singapore experiences, consider exploring the city's Gardens by the Bay or taking a comprehensive city highlights tour to complement your culinary adventure.

Highlights

• Three-hour guided tour through bustling hawker centres and wet markets
• Access family-run factories that rarely open their doors to visitors
• Taste dishes representing Singapore's full range of food cultures
• Local guide shares the history and story behind each dish as you eat
• Combines hands-on food activities with cultural education throughout

What is included

• 3 hour professional tour guide
• Hands-on popiah (local crepe) rolling experience
• Food Sampling
• Insider access to behind the scenes of a food factory

Not included

• Any other personal expenses
• Gratuities and Tips

Before you go

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Cancellation terms

Cancel for free until 72 hours before your visit date and get a full refund. Rescheduling is possible until 72 hours before your visit date.