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Taste & Tales of Chinatown, a Food & Heritage Fusion PRIVATE Tour

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Location
Central Singapore
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Duration
3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 12 guests
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Language
English
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Explore Chinatown's culinary gems and heritage with our guided tour. Savor local delicacies, uncover hidden gems, and learn fascinating stories from our engaging storytellers.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

What Travelers Love about this Tour:

1. Exclusive experience for your group only

2. Smart & Time-Efficient: See more in less time with a well-paced route that blends must-sees with hidden treasures.

3. Local Flavors: Taste authentic dishes that locals truly eat, not just what’s in guidebooks.

4. Storytelling: Our guides don’t just give facts; they weave food, culture, and history into stories that bring the experience to life.


What You Get

01 Complementary Water Bottle
PRIVATE English Speaking Guide
8-10 Food Tastings
Personal Expenses
Tips or Gratitudes ( not Compulsory but Appreciated)

Good To Know

  • Not recommended for travelers with walking challenging
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

1

Chinatown Heritage Centre

With your guide leading the way, uncover stories of early Chinese immigrants, their struggles, hopes, and resilience. Explore faithfully recreated 1950s-style homes and reveal the harsh realities of migrant life. Discover how Chinatown transformed from a crowded enclave into the vibrant cultural district it is today.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included
2

Pagoda Street

In the 19th century, Pagoda Street was a bustling hub for Chinese immigrants, housing coolie lodgings, opium dens, and shops like the notable Kwong Hup Yuen, a prominent coolie firm of the era . Today, the street is lined with beautifully preserved shophouses that showcase a blend of architectural styles, reflecting the diverse influences that have shaped the area .
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Smith Street

Smith Street is home to stunning murals by Yip Yew Chong, each showcasing Chinatown's rich heritage: "My Chinatown Home": A glimpse into family life in a traditional shophouse. "The Letter Writer": Honoring those who helped immigrants communicate with their families. "Mid-Autumn Festival": Celebrating Chinatown’s festive traditions.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Temple Street

Temple Street Murals by Yip Yew Chong - Wet Market at 30 Temple Street: A vibrant depiction of a 1970s Chinatown wet market, featuring traditional stalls and street life. - The Clog Maker at 25 Temple Street: Captures the nostalgic craft of making wooden clogs, with a traditional setting. - Cantonese Opera: Celebrates Chinatown's theatrical heritage with performers in colorful costumes.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

Nanyang Old Coffee

Nanyang Old Coffee offers a nostalgic experience with its vibrant interior featuring red walls, vintage signage, and traditional décor. The second floor houses a mini-museum with antique coffee-making equipment from the 1950s, giving visitors a hands-on connection to Singapore’s coffee heritage.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
6

Pure Pandan Chinatown

Pandan Chiffon Cake in Singapore offers a unique, fragrant flavor with a refreshing pandan taste, complemented by its airy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Its vibrant green color, derived from natural pandan juice, makes it as visually appealing as it is delicious
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
7

Ann Siang Hill

Ann Siang Hill is renowned for its meticulously restored shophouses, characterized by vibrant facades adorned with intricate ceramic tiles in shades of blue, green, and yellow. These architectural gems seamlessly combine traditional design elements with contemporary establishments, including boutique hotels, cafes, and art galleries
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
8

Maxwell Food Centre

Maxwell Food Centre stands out as one of Singapore's top hawker centres, known for its authentic local cuisine and vibrant atmosphere. A highlight is Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice, acclaimed internationally and awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
9

Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum

The Buddha Tooth Relic Temple showcases Tang Dynasty-inspired architecture with multi-tiered roofs, wood carvings, and symbolic elements like dragons, phoenixes, and lotus flowers. This blend of religious, artistic, and cultural significance makes it a central spiritual landmark in Singapore.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
10

Sago Street (Street Of The Dead)

Sago Street in Singapore’s Chinatown, originally named after sago factories, was once known as "Sago Lane" or "street of the dead." It earned this name due to the "death houses" that served as hospice facilities for terminally ill migrants awaiting their final days.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
11

Chinatown Complex 觀音 Guān yīn temple

The Chinatown Complex is a vibrant hub in Singapore, known for its bustling wet market and wide variety of local food stalls. The wet market offers fresh produce, meats, and seafood, providing a true taste of Singapore's daily life.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Bee Cheng Hiang 美珍香 (69 Pagoda Street), Pagoda Street, Singapore, SG, 059228

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Chinatown Exit A - Street Level, In front of Bee Chiang Heng, Pagoda Street
End Point

Maxwell MRT Station (TE18), South Bridge Road, Singapore, SG, 058841

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Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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