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Taste Chengdu Like a Local: From Market Food to Local Life
- 2 hours and 30 minutes
- English
Description
Tour Highlights
- Step into a vibrant market filled with unseen food and spices.
- Taste authentic Chengdu food at a bustling local market.
- Guided exploration of the historic place.
- Participate in ancient rituals: tea ceremony and Chinese calligraph
Explore a Lively Chengdu Market
Taste, only local knows Chengdu Street Bites. From crispy Golden Guokui (pan-fried buns), steamed buns, Zongzi (rice dumpling), to Sichuan exclusive Spring roll and sweet-skinned duck. All curated from authentic vendors in a bustling local market.
Immerse in a Timeless Tea Ceremony & Brush Calligraphy
Step into a quiet, authentic teahouse where a tea master guides you through a complete ancient tea ceremony. A tea master leads you through a complete ancient tea ceremony. Sip slowly, follow the ritual, and discover why tea is the soul of Sichuan. Then pick up a brush and write your name, a blessing, or a wish on rice paper—a one of a kind souvenir from Chengdu, made by you.
Optional add-on: ¥118/ person
or
Visit the sacred Daoist Sanctuary
Visit Qingyang Palace, Sichuan's oldest and holiest Daoist temple. Rub the 300-year-old bronze “Twelve Zodiac Goat,” believed to heal ailments, and light incense to draw a “Lüzu Oracle Stick.” Decode ancient wisdom with resident Daoists and admire the architectural marvels, including the Bagua Pavilion with its 81 carved dragons.
Good to know
Our tours are always kept to small groups to create a friendly, conversational atmosphere where travelers can meet each other and interact with local people.Our guides are passionate about sharing Chengdu and making your experience unforgettable.
Considering the cost of living and guideline from GuruWalk, the tips are greatly appreciated and suggested tip is 150–300 RMB per person.
Guide: Haoqi
Guiding since 2025PRO
Hey there, Hi, I’m Melody. After years of studying and living across different countries, I understand the excitement – and the frustration – of exploring a foreign city. That’s exactly why I’m here to be your local friend in Chengdu🥰
✨I’ll help you:
-Eat like a local – order the perfect spicy hot pot, mix the right dip, and discover family-run gems with zero English menus.
-Decode the culture – why do Chengdu people spend hours in tea houses? What’s the “bloody battle” mahjong rule? Let’s chat over a covered-bowl tea.
-Go beyond the postcards – join me stroll a quiet ancient street with no tourist crowds.
I’m passionate about food, folklore, and I wanna share with you! Let’s explore Chengdu – not as a tourist, but as a friend❤️
Taste Chengdu Like a Local: From Market Food to Local Life
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