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Chengdu Walking Tour: History and Culture
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成都市
Explore Chengdu’s vibrant culture and cuisine on a guided walking tour. Discover historic sites, savor local snacks, and experience modern contrasts.
Explore Chengdu’s vibrant culture and cuisine on a guided walking tour. Discover historic sites, savor local snacks, and experience modern contrasts.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Kuanzhai Alley - Start your adventure at Kuanzhai Alleys, where the past meets the present. Enter through Wide Alley and admire the relief carvings at No. 19 Demen Renli, a traditional Western Sichuan courtyard gate. Stroll into Narrow Alley for a taste of modern Chengdu: unwind in a bamboo chair at Sanlian Taofen Bookstore with an English copy of…
- Kuanzhai Alley - Start your adventure at Kuanzhai Alleys, where the past meets the present. Enter through Wide Alley and admire the relief carvings at No. 19 Demen Renli, a traditional Western Sichuan courtyard gate. Stroll into Narrow Alley for a taste of modern Chengdu: unwind in a bamboo chair at Sanlian Taofen Bookstore with an English copy of 《Three Cities》, or enjoy a coffee at %Arabica while taking in the contrast of blue brick walls.
Send postcards from the Panda Post Office in the alley. Discover the “philosophy of width & narrowness” – Wide Alley was home to officials, Narrow Alley to bannermen, and Well Alley (Jingxiangzi) to commoners.
- People’s Park - Next, visit People’s Park. Experience the “three-piece set” – a bamboo chair, gaiwan tea, and ear cleaning (采耳) at Heming Teahouse. Witness the unique Chinese social phenomenon of 相亲角 (Blind Date Corner) and understand its cultural significance. Enjoy long-spouted teapot tea art performances or learn the basics of mahjong.
- Chengdu Museum New Building - Proceed to the Chengdu Museum. Discover the Qin-Han Gallery, Folk Culture Gallery, and Shadow Puppetry Exhibition. Operate Three Kingdoms-themed shadow puppets to create entertaining short videos.
- Taikoo Li - Then, explore Taikoo Li. Capture the enchanting contrast of Daci Temple’s red walls and modern glass facades. Visit Fangsuo Bookstore for English original books under the dome and Shu embroidery notebooks. Savor lunch at Chaimen Fan’er, sampling their signature Orange-Fragranced Cherry Pork.
- Tangba Street - Explore Tangba Street, listed among the “World’s 50 Coolest Neighborhoods” in 2018. Enjoy gaiwan coffee at 崇德里 Ruins Restaurant, a beautifully renovated historical site.
What's Included
- Private in-person tour guide
- Private in-person tour guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
Additional Information
- Immerse yourself in Chengdu’s history and culture on a guided walking tour
- Explore Kuanzhai Alleys, People’s Park, and Chengdu Museum with a guide
- Discover the contrast of Daci Temple’s red walls and modern glass facades
- Try local snacks like Zhong’s Dumplings and rice wine iced Americano
- Visit Taikoo Li and Tangpa Street, ranked among the world’s coolest areas
- Immerse yourself in Chengdu’s history and culture on a guided walking tour
- Explore Kuanzhai Alleys, People’s Park, and Chengdu Museum with a guide
- Discover the contrast of Daci Temple’s red walls and modern glass facades
- Try local snacks like Zhong’s Dumplings and rice wine iced Americano
- Visit Taikoo Li and Tangpa Street, ranked among the world’s coolest areas
Location
Kuanzhai Alley Meiqin Hotel
长顺中街
Our meeting place is Exit B of Kuanzhai Alleys Station（宽窄巷子） on Metro Line 4.
Our tour guide will arrive at Exit B 15 minutes before the start time and meet you with a printed paper with your name on it.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Heidihf3221cz
Sep 16, 2025
Amazing Guide! I got a taste of real Chengdu culture, Peoples Park, Street food, history and culture! - I take tours all over the world and this was one of the best. Teresa is knowledgeable and has a great energy that makes me appreciate the wonder that is Chengdu. If you want to see the old and new Chengdu with an amazing guide, Teresa is the best choice!
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Explore56508119506
Aug 1, 2025
Trina Lin - Teresa Tian was a very great and knowledgeable tour guide!
Very interesting and wonderful tour today. We have learnt and experienced quite a lot about Chengdu today.
Thank you so much!
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