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Singapore Food Tour: Chinatown Complex Hawker Center
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From $49
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Food & Hawker Tours
Singapore

Singapore Food Tour: Chinatown Complex Hawker Center

At a Glance

Type
Food & Hawker Tours
Price
From $49/person
Fitness
Low - The tour involves w...

Highlights

  • Explore off-the-beaten-path annd find Singapore's hidden hawker stalls and gems

Tour Details

Hungry? HawkerWalk is a tasty tour designed to share the stories, passion and grit of Singapore's hardy local hawker heroes. Combining behind-the-scenes experiences and stories of the city's hawkers, you'll beat your rumbling tum and gain a deeper appreciation of the grit and sweat the last of these hawkers still endure to deliver some of the city's most revered, traditional dishes. Learn why snacks have weird names like ‘kill the riding horse’, or ‘pig ear biscuit’.

Sample the Asian version of a granola bar and French fries, and sample all kinds of delicious local foods you may not have discovered on your own. The tour includes a **snacks and food bundle** worth up to $20.

What Makes This Tour Special

The tour offers insider stories and behind-the-scenes access to hawker masters, allowing visitors to understand the passion and craftsmanship behind iconic Singaporean street food. Sampling a curated bundle of unique local snacks adds an authentic tasting experience.
  • Guided exploration of the largest hawker centre in Singapore located in the culturally rich Chinatown district.
  • Opportunity to taste traditional dishes not commonly found in typical tourist menus.
  • Learning about the history and meaning behind uniquely named local snacks and dishes.
  • Interaction with hawker stall owners who share personal stories and cooking tips.
  • Includes a food bundle worth up to SGD 20, offering great value and variety.

Historical Background

Chinatown Complex Hawker Centre in Singapore is the largest hawker centre in the city, established in 1983 to provide affordable, authentic local cuisine and preserve the hawker culture. It is located in the heart of Chinatown, an area rich in heritage as a historical settlement for Chinese immigrants dating back to the early 19th century.

What's Included

  • 2-Hour Fun and knowledgeable Guide
  • Go behind the scenes and interact with our hawkers(At least 5 hawker stalls)
  • Sample at least 7 different hawker delicacies from snacks to main dishes and local kopi (coffee)

Not Included

  • Any other personal expenses
  • Gratuities and Tips

Is This Tour Worth It?

priced from $49 per person.

Best For

FamiliesFood & drink lovers
Less ideal for: Wheelchair users

Pros

  • +3 items included
  • +Booked through Tiqets

Cons

  • -Cancellation policy not specified

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