Whether you're a foodie, history lover, urban explorer or a traveling family. Enjoy Surabaya to the max with the best things to do in Surabaya with a local expert. The best thing? It's private & personalized - just for you!
Whether you're a foodie, history lover, urban explorer or a traveling family. Enjoy Surabaya to the max with the best things to do in Surabaya with a local expert. The best thing? It's private & personalized - just for you!
Make your stay in Surabaya complete with these things to do
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With Vonny Maya
The 10 Tastings of Surabaya: Chinatown
32 reviews
3 hours | food tours | Surabaya
Ready to taste the best food in Surabaya? Join your foodie host for a food tour in and satisfy your cravings for local food, culture, and city highlights. Enjoy 10 delicious tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Surabaya.
The way to a city's heart it's through its food! And on this private food tour, you'll get to know Surabaya through its cuisine and the tastings favorite of the locals. A local food expert is ready to give you a taste of the real Surabaya satisfying your cravings for local food and city highlights.
Want to see the best of Surabaya? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Surabaya!
"We had a very lovely afternoon with Vonny, with incredible food (we had the best doughnuts ever) and conversation. Vonny took us to explore some different areas in Surabaya and also to a local Supermarkt. Thank you so much again Vonny for a very nice time together 🩷🙏"
KendraAbout local Vonny MayaSurabaya, October 18, 2025
5.0
An amzing afternoon cooking
"Vonny spent the whole afternoon with us. First we went shopping for ingredients, then we cooked together. Afterwards we got a coffee tasting. We noticed we would still need to buy some coffee and souvenirs so she went with us to get the coffee and souvenirs shopping, followed by some ice cream at the oldest ice cream place in Surabaya.
Instead of the three hours mentioned in the app, she spent 8 hours with us.
Absolute 10/10 experience, no notes. Highly recommend."
MaximilianAbout local Vonny MayaSurabaya, August 27, 2025
5.0
Great experience!
"Had a wonderful experience with Vonny! She was kind and enthusiastic. Not only did she talk about the local food and took us to a few hidden gems, she also had great knowledge the history of the areas of which we were in. Thank you so much, Vonny! "
"I took this walking tour with Vonny on my first day in Surabaya. She was a treasure trove of information and introduced me to excellent food and sites which I wouldn’t have discovered on my own. All with terrific positive attitude. Thank you!"
AdrianAbout local Vonny MayaSurabaya, January 23, 2025
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5.0
AMAZING!!!
"I had such an amazing time cooking with Vonny. She taught me not only traditional cooking techniques, but the process and reasoning behind them all. I can't wait till I can return home and make it there! Highly recommend :)"
AudreyAbout local Vonny MayaSurabaya, January 17, 2025
5.0
The highlight of our Indonesia trip
"The beginning of our trip in Ubud and Gili was far from satisfying, added to that our Ijen trip cancellation due to seismic activity, thank God for these happenstances we stumbled upon the most talented Vonny, with her deep knowledge of Surabayan culture, cuisine and history we had a beautiful time discussing Javanese food, language and the past in the Pasar where she took us grocery shopping while sipping Kopi Tubruk, followed by cooking with the most polite and nicest Warung friends - the Warung chef and his olek-olek grinding skills put food processors to shame. Our tummies were full of delicious food and hearts full of joy, promising to visit her again very soon on our next Indonesia trip. "
ArindamAbout local Vonny MayaSurabaya, August 20, 2024
5.0
Last minute tour
"In the morning I wanted to book a tour for the same day in the afternoon. I was very pleased this was possible, even when so last minute. It was a mix of city and food which I loved!"
MelissaAbout local Vonny MayaSurabaya, July 24, 2024
5.0
Such a pleasant and passionned guide
"Vonny is a wonderful guide, knowing well her country and her city. She shares with passion the beauties of Surabaya including the food and the coffee.
The coffee shop where she took us is an historical place.
We warmly recommend Vonny"
"Vonny took us on a full-day trip in the city of Surabaya. We customized the tour a bit to our liking and combined some hidden gems with culinary tour highlights. Vonny was extremely helpful, had great ideas in tailoring our day. The communication before the trip was prompt and really clear. Our day with Vonny was really relaxed. We could spend as much time as we liked on each stop, there was never any time pressure. We asked about half a million questions about history, local tradition, food and what ever came in our minds and always got great, knowledgeable answers. Thank you for your patience with us Vonny!
Pick-ups, drop-offs and drives around were smooth and safe - we didn’t have to worry about parking or transportation for a second, everything was organized perfectly.
A great, and a long day with Vonny taught us a lot about Surabaya and Indonesia. We recommend her highly!"
AnttiAbout local Vonny MayaSurabaya, June 23, 2024
5.0
Awesome tour with Vonny!
"If you are in Surabaya, you must book a tour with Vonny! I did a food and city sights tour and it was the best few hours I spent in Surabaya. Vonny is passionate about her city and it shows. Vonny went above and beyond and catered for my dietary needs. I came away learning a lot about the very interesting history of Surabaya, eating some delicious food and most of all, being made to feel like I was family. Thank you Vonny!!"
MariaAbout local Vonny MayaSurabaya, February 25, 2024
Private & Personal
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
Tailored to your wishes
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Chat before you book
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Travel that supports locals
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
Feel good about where your money goes
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Trusted by millions
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Secure & flexible booking
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Private & Personal
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
Tailored to your wishes
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Chat before you book
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Travel that supports locals
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
Feel good about where your money goes
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Trusted by millions
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Secure & flexible booking
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Best Things to do in Surabaya in 2025 - Withlocals
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