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Peranakan Heritage Half-Day Tour: From Museum to Food and Shophouses

Peranakan Heritage Half-Day Tour: From Museum to Food and Shophouses

Day Trip

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2026

Sean L.

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Singapore

Chinese (Simplified) (Native), English (Native)

4 hours

Private tour (only you and Sean L.)

Up to 4 people

Immerse yourself in Singapore’s unique Peranakan heritage with an unforgettable cultural experience! Begin your journey with an engaging, 1-hour expert-guided tour of the famous Peranakan Museum. Enjoy a seamless ride to historic Katong-Joo Chiat area. Don an authentic Sarong Kebaya and snap stunning photos in front of iconic, colorful Peranakan shophouses! Wrap up your adventure with a mouthwatering tasting menu featuring iconic Nyonya desserts at the renowned Rumah Kim Choo.

Itinerary

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09:30 AM

Meeting Point

Hotel Pickup

- We will pick you up at the hotel lobby. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.

10:00 AM

Peranakan Museum Guide Tour

Guided museum tour by certified Museum guide

- Explore the origins, identity and traditions of Peranakan communities.

- Examine porcelain, furniture, Household Objects

- Discover wedding customs, traditional clothing and beadwork.

- Discuss how Chinese, Malay, Indian, and other cultural influences shaped local indigenous traditions.

11:30 AM

Iconic Peranakan Shophouses

Don the traditional Peranakan costume and walk along one of Singapore's most recognizable streets of colorful heritage shophouses.

- Identify decorative tiles, floral motifs and ornamental façades.

- Understand how shophouses adapted to tropical living.

- Examine how architecture express wealth, taste and identity

- Group Photograph with the Shophouses

12:30 PM

Peranakan Food Sampling (Desserts)

Food Sampling and Guided Tour at Ruman Kim Choo Heritage Shop

- Food sampling set included: 4 famous Nyonya dessert including Kueh Chang (Rice Dumpling), Ondeh-Ondeh (Pandan Glutinous Rice Ball), Rainbow Lapis, Ang-Gu-Kueh (Tortoise Shell Cake)

- Guided tour of Rumah Kim Choo

02:00 PM

Drop off Hotel

Can also drop off at any locations within Singapore.

Ending Point

Hotel Drop off

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee.

Transportation up to 4 person: Mercedes CLA180

Hotel pick up and drop off (Any area within Singapore).

Gasoline fees, parking fees, toll fees.

Peranakan food sampling set provided.

Peranakan Museum ticket provided.

Peranakan costume rental provided.

What‘s not included

Personal expenses.

Tour Important Information

Transportation provided, including hotel pick up and drop off.

Peranakan food sampling set provided.

Peranakan Museum ticket provided.

Peranakan costume rental provided.

2 tour options:

AM tour: 10am to 2pm

PM tour: 3pm to 7pm

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2026

Sean L.

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About Tour Guide Sean L.

Native Singaporean licensed tourist guide, I am a history buff, foodie and nature lover, I help travelers fall in love with Singapore and Southeast Asia. My tours are designed for curious travelers who want an authentic, deep-dive experience. Expect storytelling, laughs, and a curated list of my personal local recommendations to use for the rest of your trip. Certified in First Aid, I speak multiple languages [English, Chinese]. Grab your walking shoes and let's go!