Half-Day Guangzhou Old Town Tour with Food Tasting

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore Guangzhou’s historic Old Town on this half-day guided food tour, led by a local foodie expert who brings the city’s rich culinary culture to life. Taste 4-5 authentic Cantonese specialties, including Michelin-recognized rice noodle rolls, traditional snacks like bo zai gao, and classic Cantonese desserts. Sip on unique local drinks such as herbal teas that reveal Guangzhou’s centuries-old food traditions. Unlike other tours, we dive deep into hidden gems off the beaten path—from quiet snack stalls to the vibrant streets of Enning Road and Yongqing Fang. Along the way, enjoy cultural insights about local life, architecture, and even Bruce Lee’s family history. Perfect for food lovers seeking a genuine and flavorful Guangzhou experience.

What's Included

Tasting 4 to 5 types of local snacks and desserts, plus 1 to 2 traditional drinks
A passionate local foodie English guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you at 10:00 AM at Exit A of Chen Clan Academy Metro Station in Guangzhou.

End point

The tour will end at Kai Kee Dessert Shop, right across from Renwei Temple. It’s about a 5-minute walk (around 500 meters) to the nearest metro station, and it’s also easy to catch a taxi from there.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    We'll take you on a walk through the heart of Guangzhou’s historic Old Town, where tradition lives on in every bite. Our first stop is a Michelin Bib Gourmand rice noodle roll (cheung fun) shop — a true local favorite known only to locals. Along the way, we’ll sample classic Cantonese street snacks that you can only find in the old neighborhoods, sharing them as we go. As we walk toward the vibrant Enning Road area, we’ll introduce you to the rich food culture of Guangzhou — from local snacks and childhood treats to the city’s unique herbal tea traditions. This is more than a tasting — it’s a flavorful journey into Cantonese culture.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Next, we’ll stroll along Enning Road, one of the most beautiful boulevards in Guangzhou, lined with traditional arcade buildings (qilou) and full of old-town charm. As we walk, we’ll taste more beloved local treats — like bo zai gao, a soft, sweet rice pudding made from water chestnut flour, and other popular snacks and traditional drinks from local vendors. We'll take a short break in a shaded corner of Yongqing Fang, where we’ll visit the former residence of Bruce Lee’s father and share some fun stories about Bruce Lee’s roots in Guangzhou. But don’t worry — the focus stays on food, and there’s always something tasty in hand as we go!

    1 hour 10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    From Yongqing Fang, we’ll walk to a beautifully preserved Cantonese mansion to get a glimpse of traditional local architecture. Then we’ll continue to a nearby park, where you can see how locals relax and stay active in daily life. After a brief stop at a neighborhood temple to experience local beliefs, we’ll end the tour at a long-standing dessert shop — enjoying classic Cantonese sweets while learning a bit about Guangdong’s dessert culture. With that, our flavorful journey comes to an end.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total walking distance for this tour is about 4 kilometers, so please wear comfortable shoes and bring rain gear just in case. Although the walk is a bit long, we’ll make sure to have plenty of rest breaks along the way.
Supplied by Authentic Tour Asia

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