Hidden Gems of Old Guangzhou: Cantonese Opera, Qilou & Dim Sum
Having called Guangzhou home for over a decade, I'm a certified urban explorer who knows where to find the crispiest roast meet, secret shortcuts to escape tourist herds, and how falling in love with this city always starts with a random alleyway.
Pickup
Ruyifang station (Exit D1, Metro Line 6&11). I will be there right at Exit D1, wearing a black hat.
Description
Hey Travelers! Fresh update Time! 📣
Once a Year, Limited-time Thrills!🎉🐲📸
The Dragon Boat Festival is approaching, and the annual dragon boat races are ready to make waves! 🌊
On May 5th, you will have a once-a-year chance to witness the mystical "Qilong" (起龙) ritual (Awaken the Dragon" Ceremony) Liwan’s PanTang Village, where century-old wooden dragon boats are“awakened”from their muddy slumber. Learn how locals clean, decorate, and bless these vessels for good luck—a tradition dating back to the Ming Dynasty! 🐉🛶⏳
If you’re in Guangzhou on May 5th, don’t miss your chance to experience the dragon boat frenzy—book your spot now! ( PS: This Limited-time experience tour will start at 9:00am, remember to choose the right time )
Quick update! All tours listed below remain active and ready for your adventure❤️
This curated citywalk dives into Guangzhou’s historic Xiguan District, the cradle of Lingnan culture. Over two hours, you’ll explore tranquil water towns, UNESCO-recognized opera traditions, and bustling streets, all while tasting iconic Cantonese snacks.
Designed for those who love to explore local life, the route balances storytelling, hands-on experiences, and photogenic spots to capture the essence of "Old Canton".
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）