Free tour
Guangzhou Essentials: The Best Free Highlights Tour of Opera, Qilou & Hidden Food Gems
Excellent(35)
Guru: li
Registered on 12 March 2025
Having called Guangzhou home for over a decade, I'm a certified urban explorer. I know where to find the crispiest roast meat, the secret shortcuts to escape the crowds, and I believe that falling in love with this city often starts in a random alleyway.🤗
I’ll share the stories, habits, and traditions that shape local life. 😉
Join me to uncover the Guangzhou that locals love.😊
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
Hello Hello! Welcome to Guangzhou!
Let me show you what keeps this city breathing!
🎉
This curated citywalk dives into Guangzhou’s historic Xiguan District, the cradle of Lingnan culture. Pack your two hours with the best of Guangzhou: the serenity of water towns, the heritage of UNESCO-listed opera, the energy of lively streets, and the flavor of beloved local snacks.🤗
This tour is for those who love to dive into local culture. We’ll uncover hidden stories, experience vibrant daily life, and visit picture-perfect spots that together reveal the true soul of Old Guangzhou.
On our route we will visit
🌟Lychee Bay Park& Pantang Ancient Village
🌟Cantonese Opera Art Museum
🌟Yongqing Fang & Enning Road Qilou
🌟Xiguan snacks tasting (it may cost about 10-30 yuan depending on what you want to taste, such as Double Skin Milk /Wonton Noodles, around 10 yuan each) You can pay in cash, Alipay, or WeChat Pay. This is entirely up to you, if you are not interested in this part , we can skip it .
The tour will end at Yongqing Fang , about 10 minutes walking from the Ruyifang station , Metro Line 6&11.
Let us discover hidden gems of Old Guangzhou together!
P.S. I will show you my personal list of tips and recommendations about Guangzhou（loved by locals）
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Ruyifang subway station
Ruyifang station (Exit D1, Metro Line 6&11). I will be there right at Exit D1, wearing a black hat.
1
Free entry
Pan Tang Ancient Village
With over 900 years of history, this well-preserved Lingnan water village showcases Qing-era architecture, including stone-paved alleys and green-brick houses. Revitalization efforts have infused it with trendy cafes and art spaces, creating a blend of tradition and modernity.
2
Free entry
Enning Road Arcades (QiLou)
Dubbed "Guangzhou’s Most Beautiful Old Street", this 1.1-kilometer arcade strip combines Lingnan and European architectural styles. Historic sites like Lee Siu-lung’s (Bruce Lee) ancestral home, Bahe Guild Hall (heart of Cantonese opera), and Tai Hua Lou (a Qing-era scholar’s library) line the street.
3
Free entry
Cantonese Opera Museum
Located in the Yongqing Fang cultural district, this museum celebrates Guangdong’s intangible heritage. It features replica opera stages, Lingnan gardens, and exhibits of traditional costumes, scripts, and instruments. Interactive technologies like VR performances and light shows breathe new life into this art form.
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.
Tour reviews
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Professionalism
4.91
Fun
4.80
Communication
4.91
Quality
4.97
Route
4.88
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Guangzhou Essentials: The Best Free Highlights Tour of Opera, Qilou & Hidden Food Gems
