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Discover Singapore Local Experience

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About this experience

Experience the life of a local for a few hours by immersing yourself in their daily activities. Take a stroll around the flamboyant shophouses and townhouses to appreciate the architecture that characterized early Singapore. Coffee is the most commonly consumed beverage among locals and with over ten different types of coffee to choose from, learn how to order your coffee like a local. A traditional local breakfast consists of bread and coffee, which is heavily influenced by Western culture. No visit to Singapore would be complete without visiting the hawker centre and wet market, where locals buy fresh meat and produce. Join them and savor the local cuisine at the hawker centre.

• 3-hour walking tour in a local district with rich history
• a glimpse into the Singapore way of life
• perfect for guests who want a non-touristy local experience

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Discover Singapore Local Experience

What's included

Passionate English-speaking local guide

Nanyang coffee tasting

Traditional bread with 'secret' jam tasting

Detailed itinerary

Stop by beautiful shophouses and townhouses that were the prevailing form of housing in Singapore's town centre in the early years. Uncover the ideas that go behind the architecture design of these buildings and how they provided a living for people then.

Proceed to visit a traditional coffee roaster. Coffee is a daily beverage for most local. Trace the story behind Singapore's coffee culture and how Singapore coffee differs from western coffee.

Continue on to a traditional bakery and discover how the bread, together with coffee created a traditional breakfast combination that owe much to Western influence, but with a twist.

End at the hawker centre and wet market where locals go to have meals and buy fresh produce/ meat. Over here, one will be able to immerse in the sight, sound and smell at the wet market and be amazed by the variety of affordable local cooked food at the hawker centre. We will try some food or snacks here.

What's not included

Food/ drinks/ snacks

Available languages

Guide guide

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Important information

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meeting point

we will meet at the Passenger Service Counter of Toa Payoh MRT Station.

About Singapore

Singapore is a vibrant, multicultural city-state known for its futuristic architecture, lush green spaces, and diverse culinary scene. It's a blend of modernity and tradition, offering everything from ultra-chic shopping districts to historic temples and serene nature reserves.

Top Attractions

Gardens by the Bay

A stunning 101-hectare nature park featuring iconic Supertree Grove, Cloud Forest, and Flower Dome.

Nature 3-4 hours Moderate

Marina Bay Sands

A world-famous resort with an infinity pool, luxury shopping, and stunning city views.

Architecture 2-3 hours Expensive

Chinatown

A vibrant district with traditional shophouses, temples, and a bustling street market.

Cultural 2-3 hours Free to explore, budget for food and shopping

Singapore Zoo

One of the world's best zoos, known for its open-concept habitats and night safari.

Nature 4-5 hours Moderate to Expensive

Sentosa Island

A resort island with beaches, theme parks, and luxury hotels.

Entertainment Full day Expensive

Must-Try Local Dishes

Hainanese Chicken Rice

Poached chicken served with fragrant rice cooked in chicken stock, often accompanied by chili sauce and ginger paste.

Lunch/Dinner Contains chicken, gluten, and soy

Chili Crab

A iconic Singapore dish featuring mud crabs stir-fried in a sweet and savory tomato-based chili sauce.

Dinner Contains shellfish, gluten, and soy

Laksa

A spicy noodle soup with a rich, coconut-based curry broth, topped with shrimp, fish cakes, and cockles.

Lunch/Dinner Contains seafood, gluten, and coconut

Satay

Grilled skewers of marinated meat, typically served with a peanut sauce and ketupat (rice cakes).

Snack/Appetizer Contains peanuts, gluten, and soy

Popular Activities

Kayaking Hiking Ziplining Beach lounging Spa treatments Garden strolls Temple visits Museum tours

Best Time to Visit

February to April, and July to September

These periods offer the best weather with less rainfall and plenty of sunshine. It's also when major events and festivals take place.

26-32°C 79-90°F

Practical Information

Language

Official: English, Malay, Mandarin, Tamil
Widely spoken: English, Mandarin, Hokkien, Teochew, Cantonese
English: Widely spoken

Currency

Singapore Dollar (SGD)

Time Zone

GMT+8

Electricity

230VV, 50HzHz

Safety Information

Overall Safety Rating: Very safe

Singapore is one of the safest cities in the world, with low crime rates and strict laws. However, petty crimes like pickpocketing can occur in tourist areas.