Discover Chengdu’s Laid-back Everyday Life on a Walking Experience

Tour Highlights

-Experience everyday Chengdu life in the heart of People’s Park

-See the famous matchmaking corner, dancing groups and mahjong players

-Wander through Paotongshu Street, one of the city’s most photogenic neighborhoods

-Discover hidden teahouse, historic architecture and Chengdu’s emerging creative culture

-Explore the surroundings of Chengdu Art Museum and learn about the city’s contemporary art scene

Experience People’s Park like a local

People’s Park is more than a beautiful green space—it is a living window into Chengdu’s famously relaxed lifestyle.

Watch locals dance, play mahjong and sip tea beneath the trees. Visit the lively matchmaking corner, where parents exchange handwritten profiles in the hope of finding the perfect partner for their children.

Here, everyday life unfolds all around you, offering an authentic glimpse into the character of the city.

Wander through one of Chengdu’s most charming creative streets

Stroll along Paotongshu Street, a picturesque neighborhood where traditional architecture meets modern creativity.

Behind its leafy lanes and old façades, you’ll discover independent cafés, small design studios and hidden corners filled with local stories. It is the perfect place to experience the quieter, more artistic side of Chengdu.

Discover Chengdu’s contemporary art scene

Explore the surroundings of Chengdu Art Museum and learn how Chengdu is developing into one of China’s most exciting cultural centers.

Through its architecture, public spaces and growing creative community, you’ll see how the city brings together deep-rooted traditions and bold contemporary ideas.

Step into the refined world of ancient Chinese scholars

Slow down and experience the Four Refined Pursuits traditionally enjoyed by Chinese scholars:

Incense appreciation, Tea tasting, Chinese art appreciation through hanging scrolls, Traditional flower arranging

This hands-on cultural experience invites you to engage your senses and discover how ancient scholars cultivated beauty, mindfulness and inner peace in everyday life.

From lively public parks to quiet artistic rituals, this tour reveals the many layers of Chengdu—a city where tradition and creativity continue to shape the local way of life.

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.