Half day in Singapore with a local

What you'll do

We know that half a day is hardly enough time to see all Singapore has to offer, but with a Singapore host by your side, it will be enough to catch some of the city’s highlights and, most importantly, get an authentic feel for what life here is all about.

In a few hours, you could explore some quirky neighborhoods, like Little India or Tiong Bahru. Perhaps you’d like to see what all the street food fuss is about and visit a hawker’s center, snacking on some ridiculously yummy spring rolls or soya chicken rice - once you’ve tasted it, you’ll understand why this was the first street food dish to gain a Michelin star!

Feel like Gardens by the Bay at the beginning of your experience and a quick dash to the inner city later? No problem. The public transport here is a dream, and your host will have you navigating it in no time.

Enjoy Singapore’s riotous colors, sounds, and tastes as you explore. Have fun, you lucky thing!

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 4 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking Tour

  • Hosted in English (On request: Cantonese, French, Hindi, Italian, Korean, Mandarin, Marathi, Russian)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Spend half a day with one of our hosts, who will create an experience that's fully customized to your interests and what you'd most like to see in Singapore
  • See Singapore’s iconic attractions as well as a few less-touristy spots
  • Discover the highlights of the area or neighborhood that you explore through the eyes of a local
  • See the real Singapore that you wouldn't find in a guidebook - those things are heavy anyway, you’re better off without
  • Get tips from your host for the rest of your trip - they don’t mind if you ask 101 questions, in fact they can’t wait to share everything they know and love about the city with you!

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalized experience
  • 4 hours with a host
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

  • Food and drink
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 7 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    Jingle was an awesome guide and host! She knew the city, landmarks, history, and interesting cultural points. She helped us understand so much of Singapore! We were able to see many of the major sites and to learn about daily life in Singapore through the eyes of one of it's citizens. This tour was entertaining, informative, and jam-packed with major sites and neighborhoods. We also walked about 6 miles since most of the tour was on foot and via the amazing subway system. I definitely recommend this tour and this guide. Take this tour, and you will feel like you experienced Singapore in a legitimate way and you will have a memorable time!

    April 2022

    Anthony M

    Our guide was on time and very well versed on Singapore history, customs, and important sites. We enjoyed a half day walking tour of the Central Business District, the Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay, Chinatown and so much more. It was totally worth it, and the pictures we brought home were fantastic, too.

    April 2022

    Anthony M

    We had a great walk around town. Especially little india and chinatown with many historical backgrounds. Many thanks to Jimmy !!!

    February 2020

    Romeike S

    Truly amazing experience! She really gave us what we asked for and then some! We enjoyed the most: The food and drinks and history and love for her country

    February 2020

    Ashley Star M

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