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Trip Planner:   Asia  /  Singapore  /  Singapore  /  Chinatown

Chinatown, Singapore

4.2
#1 of 20 in Neighborhoods in Singapore
Must see · Neighborhood · Other
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Discover the scents of traditional food amid the clamor of street markets at Chinatown, Singapore's traditional Chinese quarter. Crowded and busy throughout the day, this neighborhood allows visitors and locals mingle in a cultural melting pot. Treat yourself to some of Singapore's best foods at one of the many authentic restaurants, or cool off at a lively bar. Test your bargaining skills at a street stall, offering discounts on souvenirs, clothing, and electronics. Put Chinatown at the forefront of your travel plans using our Singapore road trip app.
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Tours to Chinatown

FROM $95 BOOK WITH VIATOR Nightout at Chinatown & Bugis Village Tour (includes dinner) Nightout at Chinatown & Bugis Village Tour (includes dinner)
4.5
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $134 BOOK WITH VIATOR UNESCO Hawker Centre Street Food Tasting Tour in 3 Ethnic Neighbourhoods UNESCO Hawker Centre Street Food Tasting Tour in 3 Ethnic Neighbourhoods
5.0
Duration: 5 hours
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FROM $86 BOOK WITH VIATOR The 10 Tastings of Singapore With Locals: Private Street Food Tour The 10 Tastings of Singapore With Locals: Private Street Food Tour
4.8
Duration: 3 hours
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FROM $162 BOOK WITH VIATOR Singapore Private Food and Culture Tour Singapore Private Food and Culture Tour
5.0
Duration: 5 hours
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FROM $97 BOOK WITH VIATOR Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Singapore Private Tour Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Singapore Private Tour
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $166 BOOK WITH VIATOR Half Day or Full Day Private Custom Walking Tour of Singapore Half Day or Full Day Private Custom Walking Tour of Singapore
5.0
Duration: 4 to 8 hours
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FROM $36 BOOK WITH VIATOR Big Bus Singapore Hop-On Hop-Off Tour Big Bus Singapore Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
3.7
Duration: 55 to 70 minutes
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FROM $187 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full Coverage Singapore Private City Tour Full Coverage Singapore Private City Tour
5.0
Duration: 7 hours
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FROM $135 BOOK WITH VIATOR UNESCO Hawker Centre Street Food Tour at Chinatown, Little India & Arab Street UNESCO Hawker Centre Street Food Tour at Chinatown, Little India & Arab Street
5.0
Duration: 5 hours
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FROM $68 BOOK WITH VIATOR A Magical Evening in Singapore: Private City Tour A Magical Evening in Singapore: Private City Tour
4.8
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
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FROM $274 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Singapore City Highlights Tour By Car - Half Day or Full Day Private Singapore City Highlights Tour By Car - Half Day or Full Day
4.9
Duration: 4 to 8 hours
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FROM $96 BOOK WITH VIATOR Chinatown and Little India Photo Walk Chinatown and Little India Photo Walk
5.0
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes
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Chinatown reviews

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4.4
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  • By bcheong
    A little more lively now post-covid though half the usual tourists from china are mostly still missing. Nothing in particular that is spectacular to see, but ok for tourists. Chanced upon a shirt... 
    A little more lively now post-covid though half the usual tourists from china are mostly still missing. Nothing in particular that is spectacular to see, but ok for tourists. Chanced upon a shirt...  more »
  • By tweedledumdedum
    You can still find traces of the old Singapore amongst the sleek, clean streets of modern Singapore. It is not what it was a long time ago, a little shabby around the edges now but still worth a... 
    You can still find traces of the old Singapore amongst the sleek, clean streets of modern Singapore. It is not what it was a long time ago, a little shabby around the edges now but still worth a...  more »
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Google
  • By Lily Bell
    Cheaper price to eat and still get the same quality as the Michelin Star! Looking for a place to lodge in cheaper price and still get that nice and comfy place to sleep in? Say no more, Chinatown got your back!!
  • By Kelly Choo
    Food nothing spectacular but service was good. Very prompt service. But food standard was... hmmmm.. quite tasteless and blend. Need to improve for food. But good chill out place to meet with friends.
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