China · WALKING TOURS
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These are the 15 best walking tours in China right now, with what each one costs, how long it runs and which city it starts from. Number one is at the top for a reason.
Walk Beijing’s hutongs for four local food stops, unlimited beer and soda, and a craft beer pint at a brewery.
“This was a great evening! Tasted all the famous dishes of Beijing and discovered restaurants I would never have found myself. As a solo adventurer the company was lovely too. Janice was very informative and friendly. Thanks so much Janice!”
Private half-day Forbidden City walk with Tiananmen Square, hotel pickup, timed entry, and a guide to cut through crowds and confusion.
“The guided tour was very interesting and our guide Jack explained a lot about history and architecture of the forbidden city! Highly recommend!”
Private walking tour of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City with reserved entry, expert commentary, and optional Temple of Heaven add-on.
“My confirmation info, which I forwarded to the company, when they did not comply with the agreement, clearly said there was a pick up at the hotel at 1:oo pm. They did not show up, instead Catherine change the terms. Was terrible, unfair, confusing to say the least. NEVER AGAIN. All the written communication was extremely confusing”
Taste 20+ Beijing dishes on a private hutong food walk, meet shop owners, and learn old-city cuisine in Dongsi and LongFuSi.
“This tour was amazing! We walked the streets of a vibrant Hutong and tried local foods specific to Beijing. To try these local foods in non tourist areas was such a treat. Our guide Allen was so helpful and funny, and treated us to so many different dishes. Would highly recommend this tour if you want local food experiences.”
4-hour Shanghai walking tour for $5 reservation. See People’s Square, People’s Park, Nanjing Road, The Bund, and Yuyuan, plus snacks.
“I booked this tour last minute to kil my time after having missed my flight. Nice experience. The walk was around 7km long in total (according to my walking app).”
Snack your way through Dongsi Hutongs with a local guide, 15+ tastings in 3 to 4 hours, and clear eating etiquette along the way.
“Miko was fantastic showing all the local food in the area. His English is great, easy to understand and we had a lot of fun with him. I would definitely use Miko again and for other hiking services that he provides.”
2.5-hour Shanghai Highlights walk with Bill, a local, from the Bund to Yuyuan Bazaar, ending at People’s Square for about $34.
“The tour was great. It was a pleasure to have Bill as our guide. It is a completely different experience to walk around Shanghai with the local listening stories about the things behind the facades”
Walk through Beijing hutongs and icons like Qianmen, Nanluoguxiang, Houhai, and the Bell and Drum Towers, with an English guide.
“Very interesting walk through the vibrant part of the city. Tons of small shops and kiosks with traditional Chinese pastries, foods, drinks and souvenirs, Winter time it’s cold though. Better ware warm clothes.”
Breakfast walk in Shanghai’s former French Concession, sampling dumplings, noodles, curry beef soup, and tea in a small group.
“The breakfast tour was the first a I did after arriving in Shanghai and it was a great intro to the city and culture. Jim was a wonderful guide and brought us to great coffee, tea, pancakes, and xlb! :p”
Private Shanghai street food walk plus a Huangpu River night cruise, with a guide who helps you order and eat like locals.
“Annie our guide was a fantastic person to share an evening with over eating to our hearts delight . She is charming well versed and enjoyable to be with - as if she were a long lost friend . You must do this tour”
Shanghai evening walking food tour through the French Concession with xiaolongbao, pork belly, mango sago dessert, and unlimited craft beer and soda.
“Great experience! There was so much food we were not able to eat it all. Cathy was an excellent guide, she took very good care of us. Lovely evening!!!”
Private guided walk through the Forbidden City with stress-free ticket handling, optional Tian'anmen Square, and expert guides in Beijing.
“very nice visit Vanessa was perfect to adapt timing and program her level of french was excellent and perfectly adapted to our expectations”
A 3-hour guided walk through Shanghai’s French Concession, with free museum stops, tip-based guiding, and an easy finish in Tianzifang.
“What can I say? What an amazing Tour! I was visiting the city on a business trip with just a few hours to spent. For me it was important to be able to fit as much information and sightseeing as possible and this tour gives you exactly that. The Read more”
2-hour private Beijing walking food tour through Dongsi Hutongs with a local friend, customizable tastings, soda and water included.
“The tour was brilliant - Jenny tailored it to my dietary preferences and offered her choices and recommendations throughout the tour. Her recommendations were guided purely by how good the food is - a true foodie!! Each dish was dRead more”
A private 3-hour Shanghai walk through the Former French Concession, Art Deco landmarks, courtyards, and Sun Yat-sen history.
“It was my first time to visit Shaghai. Miss Penny has a real passion for sharing her in-depth knowledge of Shanghai's culture and history.”
