Overview
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
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Passionate English-speaking local guide
Nanyang coffee tasting
Traditional bread with 'secret' jam tasting
Food/ drinks/ snacks
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
we will meet at the Passenger Service Counter of Toa Payoh MRT Station.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Balestier
3 hours
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Singapore).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Discover Singapore Local Experience
Can I cancel Discover Singapore Local Experience for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
we will meet at the Passenger Service Counter of Toa Payoh MRT Station.
What's included?
- Passionate English-speaking local guide
- Nanyang coffee tasting
- Traditional bread with 'secret' jam tasting
What's not included?
- Food/ drinks/ snacks
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Locals Singapore
