Hi, I’m Jimmy
Hi, I’m Jimmy
I’ve lived in Singapore for 50 years
I speak English, Mandarin, Cantonese
I am a Registered Tour Guide
Hi, I'm Jimmy, a passionate local host in Singapore with a deep love for the city's vibrant culture and rich history. My day often starts with savoring delightful street food like Chwee Kueh or Bak Chor Mee in the charming Tiong Bahru neighborhood, where I reminisce about my childhood. I enjoy exploring the city’s diverse neighborhoods, from the bustling streets of Chinatown to the serene Botanical Gardens, all while indulging in our renowned street food and hawker culture. I also take great pleasure in understanding and sharing Singapore's incredible journey from a third-world to a first-world country. Whether you're interested in our historical sites in the Civic District, the dynamic Marina Bay area, or the hidden gems of the local heartlands, I’m here to show you it all. My goal is to provide a unique, enriching experience that highlights Singapore's multicultural harmony, rich history, and, of course, its status as a food paradise.
My knowledge & interests
History
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Fine dining
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Political history
Economic history
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Portrait photography
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Third wave coffee
Artisanal tea
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Vegetarian food
Museum
Instagrammable
My reviews
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We did a private tour with Jimmy and he was excellent! Contacted us well in advance to discuss our preferences (which was no seafood-a tall order in Singapore) We had a variety of delicious foods at a large variety of establishments. Jimmy is incredibly well-informed on Singapore and his experience and intellect go well beyond food. Warning: Singapore is HOT and HUMID so wear cool clothes and drink lots of water! Highly recommend Jimmy-
March 2025
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Amazing. In awe of the wide range of knowledge my guide Jimmy had. He put me at ease immediately and brought to life the tour through his passion for Singapore and the journey he is on. I had an eight hour solo tour. He made it engaging, interesting and insightful. Don’t miss out - book Jimmy!
March 2025
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Jimmy was a wonderful guide! He is so knowledgeable and passionate about sharing his Singapore with travelers!
March 2025
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This was the best private tour that I have taken. First, I was contacted by the tour company and provided with a questionnaire shortly after signing up for it. The questionnaire was relatively detailed and asked for my personal interests and what I would like to see. After completing it, I was contacted by Jimmy (my tour guide) a day or so later by WhatApp, who provided me with a draft itinerary. After discussion with him , we agreed to the final itineraries. It was great that I was matched with Jimmy as he was extremely knowledgeable about Singapore’s history and immersed me in the history and the growth of Singapore from 1960’s to the present (which was my interest). I would highly recommend this tour as they will tailor it to your interests rather than having a pre-arranged tour and a tour guide with just a script. I would highly recommend it to anyone who visits Singapore. In addition, I would like to thank Jimmy for his great work.
February 2025