Private Tour

Chengdu Nightlife Experience with a Local: Bars, Clubs & Culture

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Chengdu is most well known for its relaxed attitude — it also interprets that attitude in nightlife.

This is not your typical guided tour — it's more of a night out with a young local friend who shows you their hometown.

Before your trip, you’ll receive a personalized digital nightlife guide packed with insider tips: from speakeasies and hidden cocktail bars to indie music venues, tea-and-spirit fusion lounges, LGBTQ+ hangouts, and even underground left-wing bars.

We’ve designed suggested routes for you and the local friend to explore together, but the choice is entirely yours.

You'll be matched with a local who shares your interests. Whether you're up for partying, having deep conversations over a drink, or checking out the subcultures of the city, the night will unfold naturally from there.

This isn't a tour but a chance to get a real local friend, learn about daily life, experience & travel Chengdu in the best way possible.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

One welcome drink & A cocktail

What To Expect

The activity begins on a side street in Chengdu's Yulin district, Huoshaoyan. It is a colorful neighborhood street market renowned for its celebratory activities, where locals sell their homemade products, paintings, and other works made by their hands. You can choose to start your evening early with a local friend by going to this market — to get familiar with each other in a relaxed atmosphere. Or, you can go directly to the bar later at night — a cozy spot themed around romantic Chinese Wuxia. There, you'll have a bottle of beer with your local friend, served in Chinese-style bowls. Cheers! After that, you'll go to a Chinese divination-themed local bar. You can try your luck and enjoy a cocktail chosen by lottery! The two mentioned drinks are included in the activity. If you need more drinks or would like to treat your local friend, feel free to purchase more on your own. Most importantly, this tour is meant to be chill and flexible. While we’ve designed this suggested route, if there are other bars or spots in the guidebook that catch your interest, you’re welcome to discuss with us!

Sample Menu

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A cup of cocktail

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A Bottle of Chinese typical beer

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Chengdu Nightlife Experience with a Local: Bars, Clubs & Culture

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wonderful night
Joanne,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00
I met Lulu yesterday evening, and she is such a wonderful woman. I was really impressed by how much preparation she had done for our meeting—she shared so many thoughtful suggestions with me, and I felt truly touched by her care. Lulu took me to a unique Chinese medical bar, where we spent time chatting and enjoying the atmosphere. Later, we wandered through the streets of Chengdu, sharing our life stories until late into the night. It was not just a night out, but a genuine cultural exchange and a meaningful friendship.
Highly recommend this experience.
Anonymous,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00
I must say, it was the best nightlife experience I’ve had in Chengdu. That’s where I met my local friend Joanne, who took me to a left-wing bar. We ended up talking about our life confusions and hopes, and realized that we sometimes face similar challenges. Joanne is such a wise and inspiring person—I’m sure her business story will touch more and more people! Highly recommend this gem of Chengdu’s nightlife!
Wonderful experience
Rayana V,
Jul 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00
No doubt one of the highlights of my trip to China. Joanne is wonderful and I really felt dating a close friend. The tour is super flexible to the customer, not only in terms of schedules, but also to the schedule. Joanne contacted before to know my preferences and what wu would like to know. A real experience with local people. I've known places that aren't social networks and probably never would find. Bars with traditional presentations to bars that you can see your future. Sensational!! It's really a bridge connecting us with the locals
Excellent experience!
Lorenzo C,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00
I had an excellent time, Joanne is very calm and knowledgeable, it’s a unique way to experience spots you wouldn’t unless you knew someone local, highly recommended!
Experienced and helpful local guide
Kris A,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00
As I heard Chengdu is famous for its nightlife scene, I wanted to give it a go. Joanne from Bridge with Locals was very willing to accommodate all of my requests and also put forth some of her own suggestions when I wasn't sure in what to do. She very clearly has the experience here and I thoroughly enjoyed my night out with her! The city is beautiful in the late hours and I feel I got to do so much more in these hours than I would have if I tried to do it alone. Would recommend to anyone interested!