Glamorous Singapore: A Cinematic Car Tour Inspired by 'Crazy Rich Asians'
3.5 hours
Off The Beaten Track
Singapore
Choose one of 4 locals available
Experience hosted by Jon, Joisse & other locals
Private Tour
Carbon Neutral
Step into the world of opulence, elegance, and jaw-dropping locations as you explore Singapore through the lens of Crazy Rich Asians. From sleek modern architecture to hidden cultural gems, this exclusive car tour blends movie magic with real-life local flair
Destination
Singapore
Category
Off The Beaten Track
Duration
3.5 hours
Transport mode
Car
Available languages
English, Melayu, Msa, 中文
Included
Private Guide
Transport by A/C Car
Local Drink or Snack
All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
Entrance to Attractions
6 reasons to book this tour
Experience a different side of Singapore
Filming locations from Crazy Rich Asians
Charming local neighborhoods like Katong and Emerald Hill
Cultural anecdotes about the real “crazy rich” lifestyle in Singapore
Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
Get inspired with exciting movie stories
What you can expect
Forget about Singapore as you know it; there’s more than meets the eye if you follow the less touristy road. Welcome to the incredible Singapore!
Get ready to experience Singapore like never before—through the sparkling lens of the hit film Crazy Rich Asians. On this comfortable car tour, we’ll take you on a journey through the city’s most iconic filming spots and luxurious landmarks, but with a local twist.
Cruise past the Marina Bay skyline, then dive into the heritage-rich streets of Chinatown and the Peranakan enclave of Katong. Visit the grand church from the wedding scene, peek at the private roads near Newton where the famous hawker center scene was inspired, and discover where high society might actually shop, dine, or party in real life.
But this tour isn’t just about movie trivia. It’s also a fun look at the real social tapestry of Singapore: the mix of old wealth and new money, tradition and modernity, modest homes and dazzling penthouses. You’ll hear behind-the-scenes stories, discover cultural insights, and enjoy plenty of Instagram-worthy moments—no need to be “crazy rich” to enjoy it!
Your local host will pick you up and guide you in comfort, sharing insights that go beyond the screen, and offering optional stops for coffee, snacks, or photos at some unforgettable locations.
The local hosts are natural storytellers, each one with a different background ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their city your city!
Choose your local
Get to know these 4 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.
Jon
The Licensed Driver
4.974 reviews
English・中文
Joisse
The Lovely Guide
5.051 reviews
English
Marcus
Easy going person
4.743 reviews
Melayu・English・Msa・中文
Stefan
The Vocalist and Sustainability Advocate
4.815 reviews
English・中文
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.
Meeting point
Meet at Guest pick up - Singapore to start your journey
Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
Meet Up: Smooth Start
Your host will pick you up from your accommodation or a central location in Singapore and give you a quick overview of what’s ahead
Glam Stops
Cruise through iconic neighborhoods and cinematic locations featured in or inspired by Crazy Rich Asians, with stops for stories, photos, and short walks
Experience Local Flavours
Pause to enjoy a refreshing drink or local bite at a stylish café or hidden gem along the route
Behind the Scenes
Hear insider tales about Singapore’s high society, heritage architecture, and modern marvels from a local perspective.
Wrap Up: Perfect Ending
Your host will drop you off at your accommodation or another convenient spot, ending your movie city ride on a high note
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.
Flexible cancellation policy
Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
Loved by travelers worldwide
Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.
Reviews from guests
James🇸🇬 Singapore
(About local )
31 July 2025
Enjoyable tour with Stefan. Temples, hdb tour and last remaining kampung visit. Good facts, questions answered and steady pace in hot weather. Nice to see a side to Singapore that is away from the shiny MBS and Singapore sling at the raffles hotel. A refreshing change
Cathy
(About local )
29 July 2025
We have just spent a wonderful afternoon being shown around various locations and tasting some wonderful food along the way (don't eat before you go !!!). Marcus was a fantastic host and really knows his stuff! We learnt so much about the history and culture of Singapore which we would never have done just wandering around ourselves. It also gave us a good grounding of where everything is so will be able to go back to the places again. Marcus was very considerate - making sure we were in the shade when we stopped, supplying us with drinks to keep us hydrated and tickets for the MRT. All in all a fantastic day - thank you Marcus!!! Fabulous food tasting day with Marcus
Lydia🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
27 July 2025
Die Führung mit Marcus war sehr informativ. Er wusste vieles zu erklären und erzählen, speziell im Buddha Tempel. Auch alle anderen Sehenswürdigkeiten.Interessante Tour
Maria🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
21 July 2025
Jon was very accommodating. He included all the spots we requested based on our short transit time in SIN. Very informative and funny too!
Anna
(About local )
21 July 2025
Would highly recommend Joisse as a tour guide. She met us in our hotel lobby and took us to all the areas we requested and she had a really thorough knowledge of Singapore and its history. She was such a lovely person too - thank you Joisse!Great personalised tour with Joisse
Gene
(About local )
10 June 2025
Marcus lead us on a great food tour of Singapore. Very knowledgeable on the history and food. He was able to accommodate special food requests and select the best food options. Would recommend Marcus as a tour guide. Wonderful Guide
Rodney🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
10 June 2025
We had a great afternoon on a tour with Jon in Singapore.
He was great with communication and very flexible.
We had a really well thought out tour with a mix of history, Singapore now, highlights and how to get around.
We would highly recommend Jon as a guide for you to get to know Singapore.Great Afternoon in Singapore
john
(About local )
4 June 2025
History..food choices...sites...
Marcus was very versed in facts and figures about Singapore!Informed guide
Christin
(About local )
12 May 2025
If you want to see a lot of the city, experience great food and interesting culture while learning about Singapore, this is the tour for you. Marcus was a great guide and took us to three major areas of Singapore. He is very knowledgeable about the city, culture, food and history. We learned how to ride the MRT subway system also. I would highly recommend Marcus and this tour to start your Singapore journey!Great tour to experience Singapore!
Unknown
(About local )
26 April 2025
Couldn’t be happier with our experience with Jon, who is both very knowledgeable and good at adjusting to his group, as well as meeting specific requests!Fantastic guy!
Rebecca🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
23 April 2025
Joisse provided my family with a wonderful personalised tour of the cultural and culinary highlights of Singapore. She was so friendly and positive and the kids loved having a local they could ask all their questions about everyday life as well as the history there.
A wonderful local specialist
Suzanne🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
20 April 2025
Joisse is very knowledgeable and was very accommodating to our needs.
We strongly recommend her as a guide to see Singapore10 hearts to Joisse
Christopher🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
8 April 2025
We have a great introduction to Singapore with Marcus despite the rain. We could tell he was very knowledable and proud of his city. We were on the 10 tastings tour and had more food than we could handle. Come hungry!Good time
Amanda🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
4 April 2025
Marcus showed us so much of Singapore - both history and food. He was able to cater to our group spanning 3 generations, was great with the kids and my older mother. Helped us with the MRT, ordering, umbrellas and local etiquette. The food he selected was perfect as well. Would highly recommend this tour. Particularly, early in your Singapore stay. Whilst we have been to Singapore several times this was a highlight of our many trips and increased our confidence to eat more local foods. Thanks Marcus. Wonderful food tour Marcus
Julio🇹🇭 Thailand
(About local )
31 March 2025
We had a 7 hour layover in Singapore on our way back to San Francisco. We chose the 1.5 hour tour because we wanted to get back to the airport on time although on a Sunday it was a quick taxi ride there and back. Stefan was our tour guide and he took us around some of the buildings in downtown while giving us history about Singapore and its path to independence. He was very knowledgeable about the architecture and history of the buildings we sa. Stefan was a great guide and very knowledgeable. Quick Singapore Walk
Ann
(About local )
28 March 2025
Marcus took us on fast paced tour of 3 areas of the city which really suited us.
He was an extremely knowledgeable guide across a range of subject - culture, history and food.
We enjoyed the insight into the different cultures and how they work together in Singapore. the food choices were very varied and tasty.wide ranging introduction to Singapore
Jenn🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
17 March 2025
We were very excited to learn about Hawker food and try things we wouldn’t normally order. 3 of us recently moved to SG and we had one visitor. Marcus was friendly and gave us a lot of SG history but we wanted to focus on food. I did like that we started at a more local hawker however 3 of the 5 tastings were dumplings. Next we had fruit as a tasting and finally we had satay at Lau Pa Sat. Our tour abruptly ended 30 minutes early after the satay was dropped off. We had questions to ask and we had hoped to at least walk through the hawker. We didn’t talk about any local dishes. For the price of the tour it was not worth it at all. My visitor and I ended up reading a few blogs and went back and just tried food on our own. I originally booked with a different guide and it was changed last minute. There was a lack of communication between the guides and I should have been clear about what we wanted to focus on. Disappointing for a food tour
Valorie
(About local )
14 March 2025
We enjoyed our street food tour with Marcus, eating an incredible array of food from Muslim, Indian and Chinese culinary cultures. He gave us insights into Singapore’s rich history, introduced us to the efficient and easy-to-use subway system, and ensured that this introduction to Singapore met our interests. Highly recommend this guide and tour, especially as an arrival day activity to help orient you to the city. Marcus was super!
Richard
(About local )
12 March 2025
Makes you feel welcome. Dont feel rushed around. Enthusiastic about food and singapore history. Also keeps an eye on your needs.Chill tour
Signe
(About local )
7 March 2025
My partner and I had a 24 hour layover in Singapore and wanted to make the most of it with a food tour. Stefan was a great guide, showing us around three neighborhoods in the city and tailoring our tour to what we were interested in and had time for. We especially enjoyed seeing multiple hawker markets while learning some history and architecture along the way. If we’re back in Singapore, we’d absolutely take another tour with Stefan!Wonderful morning food tour
Jane
(About local )
3 March 2025
A bit disappointed with this trip. Stefan was pleasant but only provided information when asked and didn’t try to connect with us. Had 3 dishes at a Hawker centre which were great, only got very limited info when prompted and then a quick dash to Gardens at the Bay for the lightshow. Stefan didn’t appear to notice that we were lagging behind. We were meant to have further snacks at satay at the bay but they had stopped serving (which seemed to surprise Stefan) so could only have a couple of drinks and some spring rolls ( nice but we can get them at home!) that we paid for. This wasn’t the experience that we hoped for.
We said we were tired and would like to get a taxi/grab back to our hotel but Stefan wanted us to go to the MRT and get a taxi at Orchard. It didn’t feel like our needs were taken into account. Hmmm
Dominek
(About local )
3 March 2025
I had a fantastic experience with Stefan as my tour guide in Singapore! He was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making me feel comfortable from the start. His deep knowledge of Singapore's history, culture, and everyday life made the tour both informative and engaging.
It was a pleasure to have him guide me through the city's highlights, sharing interesting insights along the way. He also gave great recommendations, including the must-do experience of going up to the Supertrees—an unforgettable view!
Highly recommended for anyone looking for a knowledgeable and personable guide in Singapore. Thank you, Stefan! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Stefan – THE Singapore Tour Guide
Neil
(About local )
24 February 2025
Jon was a bag of knowledge and took the extra care to provide headphones linked to a microphone which made it very easy to hear.
We visited some great sights and Jon was able to describe everything in great detail.....we almost had no time to breathe. Night tour of Singapore
Srinivasan🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
23 February 2025
We had a morning and evening trip with Jon. He is informative and amusing and we learned a lot. We had a very relaxed time and were given plenty of opportunities for photos and exploring. We can highly recommend him as a Singapore guide.
Ravi and Jeanette Singapore with Jon
Luke
(About local )
20 February 2025
My wife and I recently did the Singapore food tour with Marcus. He was great and knowledgeable. We met him in an Arab market, and later in the day two or through Little India and Chinatown. The food was all good. The choices in food were barely basic dishes but all very tasty. Marcus gave us really great history of all of the areas that we tour through. And also took us on the subway system and taught us how to get from place to place in Singapore. He also want the extra mile, because when I booked the tour I sent him a message that I wanted to try durian and would love to go to places that serve beer. When we met Marcus he handed me a bag with four beers and a sealed package of durian in it. When we went to Little India and Chinatown he got us glasses of ice to poor our beers into.
If you book this tour I would recommend doing it at the beginning of your trip because the knowledge you will learn will help you make decisions of where to go on the remaining days of your trip. City tour wirh food mixed in.
Henry
(About local )
17 February 2025
Jon was the perfect choice for our group of 4 elderly travelers! His large van had room for all our luggage and comfortable seating for us. He offered to meet us at our cruise ship and deposit us at our hotel after the tour. His presentations were perfect, full of interesting and informative information about Singapore, its culture, population and history. He tailored the tour to fit our needs. We all recommend him very highly!Outstanding Guide! Smart, Kind & Flexible
Buzz
(About local )
7 February 2025
Joisse was a delight. Not only was she knowledgeable, but her personality was infectious.
Four of us took her tour of the Peranakan Culture tour and found it to be of great interest. Her family ‘s history added to our understanding and it was good to get out of the Singapore downtown area and into a more suburban community.
Join Joisse. You will not regret it. We rate Josse a 12 on a scale of 10
Janet🇨🇳 China
(About local )
4 February 2025
We had a great time with Stefan in the Singapore zoo. Stefan gave us good advice to enter the Zoo in the morning. The schedule and route were very well-organized (we entered the park early and got to see the most spectacular feeding scene in the morning, we also watched the 10:30AM performance). Stefan also provided us with audio guides and headphones, allowing us to listen to the commentary at any time. I can also feel Stefan’s great passion for animals, the good understanding of the animals in the zoo and the fun facts of the animal was really good. I highly recommend Stefan if it is your first time to visit Singapore.Great tour and highly recommend
Charlie🇸🇪 Sweden
(About local )
26 January 2025
Marcus took us on a fantastic tour around Singapore, tasting food from many different cultures, traveling by foot and by subway so covered a large area of the city. The food was amazing.
He knows his city inside out and we learnt so much about how the city works, its history and where its future lies.
Highly recommended.Knowledgable and very friendly
Sebastian🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
18 January 2025
Joisse gave is a wonderful tailored tour. We wanted to see real life in Singapore, no sights, and Joisse took us to a village and public housing where tourist normally don’t go. Communication before and during the tour was great. All expectations were fulfilled. We learned a lot, all questions were honestly answered and we loved the little stories. Joisse is a caring, wonderful person with humor and it was a pleasure to get known to her. Thank you very much. We can absolutely recommend her as a tour guide. Excellent tailored tour
Lynne🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
18 January 2025
Jon was punctual and was able to meet us at our hotel which was a bonus! He listened to our priorities and was able to come through with our top wishes with consideration for the weather and distance from our hotel. I would recommend Jon as a tour guide. He is happy to share his knowledge of Singapore with his customers! Knowledgeable and Friendly Guide
Velissa
(About local )
15 January 2025
My husband and I recently had the pleasure of experiencing a custom Private & 100% Personalised City Unscripted Tour of Singapore with our guide, Stefan and it was truly unforgettable! From the start, Stefan provided clear and helpful directions to our meeting point and even recommended bringing water and an umbrella to prepare for the day—such a thoughtful touch! The tour was perfectly tailored to our interests, which included learning about Singapore's culture, architecture, history, and food. Stefan took the time to ask about any dietary restrictions or allergies, ensuring that the food experiences were both safe and enjoyable. We had so many incredible highlights during the day, including trying durian fruit, enjoying a delicious vegetarian lunch, and participating in a relaxing tea-tasting session. The visit to the Buddha temple was especially memorable, as Stefan shared fascinating stories about its history and significance especially the story of Avalokiteśvara. Throughout the tour, Stefan's knowledge, enthusiasm, and attention to detail truly stood out. He made us feel comfortable, curious, and inspired, all while offering insights that deepened our appreciation for Singapore's rich heritage.Private & 100% Personalised Tour
Erica🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
14 January 2025
Jon picked us up from cruise on time. Good communication. He was so enthusiastic and happy to show us around telling us stories and tales. Helped taking lots of photos and gave us a surprise gift which was lovely. Fulfilled our expectations and would recommend. A great overview to our stay in Singapore So enthusiastic
caroline.streif🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
5 January 2025
Thank you for a great time in Singapore and all the insights you gave during our walk. It was truly special and I enjoyed all aspects. I appreciate your suggestions for places to see and eat at. I‘ve had a wonderful time 😋 Best regards, Caroline.Great time with Joisse
Matthew🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
4 January 2025
Marcus introduced himself at our meeting spot on Arab street and immediately dove into the history and culture of the area explaining how the city was founded. Our first taste was in a middle eastern restaurant, Nur Fayhidya, the first of many delicious stops.
Marcus was quite attentive to our needs as one of our daughters had a little gastric distress from our previous travels.
From there he took us into the subway and showed us how to easily navigate the expansive system.
We explored Little India and then China town. In each of these areas he took us to food halls we would never had ventured into if it weren’t for our guide. He showed us the food stall quality rating system and how to choose vendors.
We highly recommend Marcus! History, culture, food tour!
Jessica 🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
26 December 2024
Marcus went above and beyond to make sure we had an amazing food tour on Christmas Day. He provided us with bottled water and when my purse wasn’t big enough he bought me a bag to carry them in with his own money. He answered questions we had about the history of Singapore before we could even ask them. The food was all delicious and nothing we would have tried on our own. Marcus also brought wipes to clean the tables and out hands as well as napkins. He provided us with subway cards and made sure to show us on the map what stop to take back to our hotel. We’ve taken food tours in India and Vietnam and this was one of best we have taken. I would highly recommend taking the tour with Marcus. Perfect Day
Helen
(About local )
24 December 2024
Stephen is an amazing tour guide who explained to us lots of amazing history about Chinatown. It was truly a one in a lifetime experience because of his singing!!Chinatown Murders Game Tour
Susan
(About local )
24 December 2024
Stefan took us on the Joo Chiat tour. We are Singaporeans and am impressed by his knowledge and ability to adapt his content for us. Friendly and hospitable personality and had a good pacing to introduce new topics and features.Joo Chiat Tour with Stefan
Tobias🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
(About local )
24 December 2024
The tour with Marcus is recommended.
We had three different food experiences while visiting different parts of the city. This was insightful as it presented different neighbourhoods and cuisines.
In addition Marcus coloured in the tour with the history of Singapore and the neighbourhoods. The food portions were generous, so it is recommended to come hungry if you are planning the tour with Marcus. Great variety of food and experiences
Lynne🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
13 December 2024
what an informative, amazing, and enjoyable tour of Hougang neighbourhood with Joisse.
Joisse was such a delight as our guide. So knowledgeable, caring and attentive. All four on our tour said it was one of the best we had done - thank you Joisse!amazing offf the beaten track with Joisse!
Joseph
(About local )
9 December 2024
Stephan is an amazing singer and very entertaining. Also he gave lots of very interesting information. I had him in singapore and I definitely recommend him.Stephan the singing tour guide
John
(About local )
30 November 2024
Marcus was a fantastic guide. He knew everything about the wonderful country of Singapore, its culture and food. Everything we tasted was incredible. He was extremely knowledgeable and eager to answer our questions. We would 100% recommend taking a tour with him when in town. Amazing culture and food tour
Catharina
(About local )
23 November 2024
Jon is een leuke kerel en heeft ons veel laten zien van Singapore. Hij is zeker aan te bevelen Leuke gids laat je veel zien
Sam
(About local )
7 November 2024
We did the food tour with Stefan and had a great time. The tour was personalised, following a pre-tour survey, which meant he took us to a variety of places, and we discovered food we'd never have found ourselves. He was incredibly knowledgeable, but also relaxed and friendly. We enjoyed SO much food, including a tea tasting, time at the China Town Hawker, and incredible cocktails at the Witches Brew bar.Fantastic food spots
Gail
(About local )
5 November 2024
Stefan was great. Very knowledgeable and able to share his knowledge with us . Easily understandable. He was able to switch the tour to inside and underground when torrential rains fell and the streets were flooding. Thank you Stefan for sharing the history and culture of Singapore with usGreat Tour While Trying to Stay Dry
Stephen🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
31 October 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Joisse. She customized our tour to skip some of the sights we had already seen and she took us to some new places we would never have found on our own. She was also super friendly and was full of good, useful, and interesting information. Thank you Joisse!Joisse was Outstanding
Jeff
(About local )
21 October 2024
Had a fantastic day with Stefan at the Singapore Zoo today. He was very knowledgeable and knew the various schedules to maximize our time there. Afterwards we had a bonus stop at a local hawker center and tried various foods.Curated tour of the Singapore Zoo
Colin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
8 October 2024
Marcus is knowledgeable, thoughtful and very easy company. Great food in three locations and lots of local history and culture, both pretty much in equal measure added up to a great tour....thank you Marcus.Great tour full of food and history
Angela
(About local )
6 October 2024
Even though it was a rainy day, Stephen our tour guide did an amazing job sharing all the sites we wanted to see in Singapore!! Great tour!Private Singapore City Highlights Tour By Car
Charlene
(About local )
4 October 2024
From the moment I read Joisse's bio I knew I wanted to spend time with her. We were only in Singapore overnight, so we asked if we could adapt the tour as needed. She said yes and off we went. She shared lots of cultural, political and pop culture with us. We even discussed our prior work which intersected with hers.
if you are looking for a very friendly knowledgeable tour guide Joisse is your pick!
Informative and Friendly!
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