Kuala Lumpur: Local Dishes and Traditional Food Walking Tour
With a diverse population and colonial history, the food scene in Kuala Lumpur is varied—and vast. Beat the overwhelm on this small-group food tour, and check off plenty of local flavors along the way. From street food stops to historic cafes, hawker stalls, and bakeries, you cover the spots the locals actually eat at. Plus, walking between stops is the perfect way to get your bearings in the busy city.
Highlights
- ✓Enjoy the relaxed pace and feel of a small group
- ✓Head off the tourist trail to visit hidden gems and local favorites
- ✓Cover far more than you could exploring on your own
- ✓Sample dishes you might otherwise miss out on
What you'll see & do
- ✓Join the locals for breakfast in the popular brunch spots of KL’s old town.
- ✓Discover colorful street art and wander past the old colonial shopfronts exploring hidden lanes and food stalls
- ✓Meet the local vendors at hawker stalls and local bakeries and tea shops in Petaling Street and Chinatown.
- ✓Visit Kuala Lumpur's oldest Hindu Temple before trying southern Indian/Malay cuisine.
- ✓Visit an historic Chinese Temple.
- ✓Explore the historic Central Market.
- ✓See Kuala Lumpur's historic centre and colonial walk at the River of Life.
- ✓Finish the tour on the heritage walk a stone's throw away from Merdeka Square and the Sultan Abdul Mosque.
What's included
- ✓Apem Balik Peanut pancake | Custard tart | Ice Cendol
- ✓Teh Tarrik (a froffy Pulled tea) | Local Kopi (Coffee) | Refreshing Iced Lemon
- ✓A selection of Banana Lead Curries | Clam Noodles
- ✓Curry Laksa | Assam Fish Laksa
- ✓Fried banana | Cool off with a creamy ice | Bambo cakes
- ✓Steamed Kaya bread with sambal eggs | Nasi Lemak
- ✓Our Delicious Secret Dish!
- ✓Roti Canai & Dipping Curries | Exotic fruits | Malay Pork Buns
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
*This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
*Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Kuala Lumpur: Local Dishes and Traditional Food Walking Tour
With a diverse population and colonial history, the food scene in Kuala Lumpur is varied—and vast. Beat the overwhelm on this small-group food tour, and check off plenty of local flavors along the way. From street food stops to historic cafes, hawker stalls, and bakeries, you cover the spots the locals actually eat at. Plus, walking between stops is the perfect way to get your bearings in the busy city.
Highlights
- ✓Enjoy the relaxed pace and feel of a small group
- ✓Head off the tourist trail to visit hidden gems and local favorites
- ✓Cover far more than you could exploring on your own
- ✓Sample dishes you might otherwise miss out on
What you'll see & do
- ✓Join the locals for breakfast in the popular brunch spots of KL’s old town.
- ✓Discover colorful street art and wander past the old colonial shopfronts exploring hidden lanes and food stalls
- ✓Meet the local vendors at hawker stalls and local bakeries and tea shops in Petaling Street and Chinatown.
- ✓Visit Kuala Lumpur's oldest Hindu Temple before trying southern Indian/Malay cuisine.
- ✓Visit an historic Chinese Temple.
- ✓Explore the historic Central Market.
- ✓See Kuala Lumpur's historic centre and colonial walk at the River of Life.
- ✓Finish the tour on the heritage walk a stone's throw away from Merdeka Square and the Sultan Abdul Mosque.
What's included
- ✓Apem Balik Peanut pancake | Custard tart | Ice Cendol
- ✓Teh Tarrik (a froffy Pulled tea) | Local Kopi (Coffee) | Refreshing Iced Lemon
- ✓A selection of Banana Lead Curries | Clam Noodles
- ✓Curry Laksa | Assam Fish Laksa
- ✓Fried banana | Cool off with a creamy ice | Bambo cakes
- ✓Steamed Kaya bread with sambal eggs | Nasi Lemak
- ✓Our Delicious Secret Dish!
- ✓Roti Canai & Dipping Curries | Exotic fruits | Malay Pork Buns
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
*Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
*This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
*Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.