China · WALKING TOURS
Old lanes here are built for feet and hostile to everything else. These 15 walks cover Beijing’s hutongs, the Shanghai Bund, the Xi’an ramparts and Hong Kong’s markets, priced by length, with a note on the ones with real hills.
Explore Beijing’s hutongs through hotpot, noodles, spring pancakes, local beer, and family-run eateries on this small-group food tour.
“The tour guide was excellent and the food was excellent. Unfortunately, we had to leave before the last meal but we would definitely do it again”
Review of Beijing’s private Forbidden City walking tour, with Tiananmen Square, flexible options, guides, transport details, costs, and practical tips.
“This was the best tour I’ve ever taken, and I’ve been all over the world. Our guide Lilly was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, and spent time making sure we saw everything we wanted and had a great personal touch. The Forbidded City is an absolute must, and to have a great guide like Lilly is a true delight. She even took us to a great restaurant and made sure we enjoyed our traditional Chinese lunch. Simply the best! Thank you Lilly.”
Explore Kowloon’s caged homes, markets, and housing crisis on a thoughtful two-hour Hong Kong walking tour.
“Wing man was a great guide! The tour was eye opening and we got to see the dark side of Hong Kong. It was interesting.”
Review of Beijing’s private Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City tour, with practical advice on guides, transport, timing, value, and optional sights.
“James was a very kind and helpful guide. He got us into the Square and Forbidden City nice and early so we didn’t have to queue for too long. He was very enjoyable to be with.”
Taste 20+ Chinese dishes in Beijing’s Dongsi hutongs with a private guide, local shops, old courtyards, and practical food tips.
“Very good tour. Highly recommended. Kevin was good guide - very responsive, friendly and helpful. Good communication and no problems.”
Explore central Shanghai on a lively four-hour walking tour with history, local food, the Bund, People’s Square, and practical city tips.
“This walking tour, guided by Dinna, exceeded my expectations in every way. The tour's seamless blend of history, culture, and entertainment made for an unforgettable experience. I wholeheartedly endorse this tour and encourage others to participate. Thank you, Dinna!”
Explore Hong Kong’s Central, colonial courts, feng shui banks, escalators, food culture, and Man Mo Temple on a low-cost local walking tour.
“The tour is interesting and informative. The guide is good, caring, patient and knowledgeable. The route is well planning.”
Taste 15+ Beijing specialties, wander historic hutongs, and learn local food traditions on a private three-hour culinary walk.
“May was a spectacular guide! We ate so much good food that we never would have found on our own, learned about the history and culture of what we were eating, and had an all around great time. Highly recommend!”
Review of Shanghai’s 2.5-hour local walking tour, covering the Bund, Old Town, Yuyuan Bazaar, People’s Park, history, food tips, and value.
“Miranda was great very lively and made the tour fun educational and interesting! She does a great job of bringing historic Beijing to life while mixing in her personal experience as a local to the city. 10/10 would recommend”
Explore Beijing’s hutongs, Qianmen, Nanluoguxiang, and Drum and Bell Towers on a guided 2.5-hour walk for $15.
“I had a wonderful City Walk experience in Nantong Luoguxiang! The route was well designed and full of local history and stories that I would never have noticed on my own. A special thanks to our guide Kevin — he was very professional, frienRead more”
Explore Shanghai’s Former French Concession over three hours of local breakfast, tea, dumplings, history, and easy walking.
“This was a genuinely enjoyable experience from start to finish. The food was excellent, well prepared, and thoughtfully chosen, and it never felt rushed. Our guide, Jim, was friendly, knowledgeable, and struck a good balance between informRead more”
Taste Shanghai street food with a private guide, then see the Bund and city lights on a Huangpu River night cruise.
“Our tour of Shanghai with Shirley was fantastic! She guided us on an exquisite food tour, introducing us to a variety of delicious local dishes. Each stop offered unique flavors and a true taste of the city's culinary scene. Shirley's knowledge of the cuisine and her ability to share its cultural significance made the experience even more enjoyable. After our culinary adventure, we embarked on a serene river tour of the Bund. The views were spectacular, and Shirley provided insightful commentary on the history and architecture of the area. Her enthusiasm and expertise made the tour unforgettable. We highly recommend Shirley for an engaging and delightful exploration of Shanghai!”
Taste soup dumplings, pork belly, noodles, sweets, and craft beer while walking Shanghai’s French Concession with a local guide.
“Great tour to experience Shanghai cuisine. Emma was a great tour Guide with lots of knowledge. Definitely worth doing”
See Hong Kong your way on a private walking tour with local guidance, public transport, Victoria Peak, markets, temples, and flexible stops.
“My wife and I had 72 hours on our first visit to Hong Kong. Nicole was surprised at our ambition to see as much Of the city as we could and this tour delivered just that. By combining public transport, taxis and walking Nicole’s tour made for an unforgettable day.”
Explore Kowloon’s markets, bakeries, wet markets, and local food traditions on a small-group Hong Kong walking tour with tastings.
“We loved the tasting tour! Alice was very friendly and enthusiastic about her city. Really feels like we understand Hong Kong more :)”
Pick a wall, a palace, a kitchen or a river.
