Singapore: Street Food & Night Tour with Hawker Dinner

Summary

Singapore’s flavors after dark with riverside lights and hawker stalls

You’ll wander Singapore’s lively streets after dark, sharing dishes like bak kut teh and roti prata with locals as your guide weaves in stories from the city’s past. Watch lights dance over Marina Bay, explore riverside landmarks, then finish at Lau Pa Sat for hawker classics and laughter echoing above the fans.

What’s the experience like?

"You have to try this — but don’t ask what’s inside until after," our guide grinned, sliding a steaming bowl of bak kut teh in front of me at Ng Ah Sio. The air smelled like peppery broth and rain on hot pavement. I’d barely sat down before someone at the next table started chatting about how this soup was their late-night ritual since childhood. I tried to say thank you in Mandarin — Li laughed, probably because I butchered it, but it broke the ice.

We wandered along the Singapore River after that, past old warehouses and neon-lit bars. Our guide pointed out tongkangs — those long wooden boats — and told stories about traders hauling spices here a century ago. The city felt alive but not rushed; there was this mix of incense from a nearby temple and fried dough from a stall somewhere I couldn’t see yet. At Shah Alam Restaurant, I tore off pieces of roti prata and dipped them into curry that was somehow both spicy and comforting. My shirt already had two sauce stains (should’ve worn black).

The Fullerton Hotel looked almost unreal lit up against the water — our guide said it used to be the post office, which made me imagine letters from all over landing right here. Merlion Park was packed with people taking photos; some locals were just sitting quietly watching the light show start over Marina Bay. There was something calming about it, even with all the noise around. We ended up at Lau Pa Sat where the ceiling fans barely kept up with the heat, but nobody seemed to care once plates of satay hit the table. The smoky smell stuck to my hands for hours.

I still think about that first spoonful of soup and how everyone at our table shared stories without really knowing each other’s names. That’s what stuck with me most — not just the food or sights, but how easy it felt to belong for a night in Singapore.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Singapore night food and river tour

• Indulge in Ng Ah Sio Bak Kut Teh
• Learn history of Singapore River commerce
• Enjoy Indian cuisine at Shah Alam Restaurant
• Visit the Fullerton Hotel heritage site
• See Merlion Park and take photos
• Hear commentary on maritime landmark
• Explore Lau Pa Sat with guide and games

Top questions

What street foods are included on this Singapore night tour?

You’ll try 9-10 local dishes like bak kut teh (herbal pork rib soup), roti prata, thosai, satay, and more at various stops including Lau Pa Sat.

Does the tour include dinner or just tastings?

The tour includes multiple tastings that add up to a full meal by the end at Lau Pa Sat hawker center.

Is pickup included for this Singapore street food tour?

No hotel pickup is included; you’ll meet your guide at a designated point in central Singapore.

How long does the Singapore street food & night tour last?

The guided walking tour lasts approximately 3.5 hours from start to finish.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated on this tour?

No; menu items are fixed and not customizable for allergies or dietary needs due to shared platters and traditional recipes.

What landmarks will we see during this night food tour?

You’ll visit Merlion Park, Fullerton Hotel, ArtScience Museum area, Singapore Riverfront, and Lau Pa Sat market.

Is public transportation nearby for getting to or from the tour?

Yes; public transport options are available near both start and end points of the tour route.

What’s included

Your evening includes an English-speaking local guide leading you through iconic neighborhoods, nine to ten different local foods and drinks across several stops (including dinner), plus commentary on history and culture as you walk between venues—no need to worry about ordering or finding your way back afterward.