Singapore Markets & Hawker Centres

A trip to the Lion City would not be complete without visiting the Singapore markets and hawker centres.

These are considered institutions in the country and are a must-visit for any gourmand.

One of the most famous of these is the Maxwell Food Centre. Frequented by tourists as well as locals, this top hawker centre is almost always full. People come from all over to get a taste of authentic Singaporean street food and other regional cuisines. The Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice is not to be missed; this stall has even earned a Michelin Star and is the first street food stall ever to achieve this.

Satay By The Bay, located in the Gardens By The Bay, features a delicious array of satays, roast duck, cereal prawn, Indian food, crabs, and much more. Dine indoors or enjoy al fresco dining outdoors with a view of the waterfront; you can’t go wrong at Satay By The Bay.

Lau Pa Sat, also known as the Telok Ayer Market, is a great foodie heaven. It originally opened its doors to the public in 1823, but through the decades has undergone numerous renovations. It is considered a heritage site, not something other Singapore markets & hawker centres can boast about. Observe the Victorian design influences and cast-iron pillars as you feast on the varied cuisines available here. From Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Indian, and much more, you may just leave full and inspired.

Another popular destination among the Singapore markets & hawker centres is the Yuhua Market, one of the best and biggest in the country. Must-eats here include laksa from the Heng Heng Cooked Food Stall, CAI’s beef hor fun, Singaporean frog leg porridge by Our Porridge, and much more.

Bring your appetite, because the Singapore markets and hawker centres are where the best food in town can be found. Perhaps best of all, they are incredibly affordable too!