Someone local, on your side

Meet China through someone who lives here.

Pick a city, date, and language—then choose a trusted local companion to help you explore, communicate, and feel at home.

Popular local companions

Most-booked locals this season

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Chengdu5 (102)

Mia

Tea-house regular with a serious appetite for spice

From $28 / hour

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Beijing4.99 (86)

Lin

Hutong neighbor, food lover, and patient cultural translator

From $32 / hour

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Xi’an4.98 (73)

Jian

History enthusiast and explorer of the old city lanes

From $30 / hour

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Shanghai4.97 (64)

Leo

Architecture walker and champion of neighborhood restaurants

From $38 / hour

Local companions in Beijing

Hutongs, imperial history, and local life

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Beijing4.99 (86)

Lin

Hutong neighbor, food lover, and patient cultural translator

From $32 / hour

Local companions in Shanghai

Architecture walks and neighborhood food

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Shanghai4.97 (64)

Leo

Architecture walker and champion of neighborhood restaurants

From $38 / hour

Local companions in Chengdu

Tea houses, spice, and a slower rhythm

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Chengdu5 (102)

Mia

Tea-house regular with a serious appetite for spice

From $28 / hour

Local companions in Xi’an

Ancient capital, living craft

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Xi’an4.98 (73)

Jian

History enthusiast and explorer of the old city lanes

From $30 / hour

Food-loving companions

Eat with someone who knows the street

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Beijing4.99 (86)

Lin

Hutong neighbor, food lover, and patient cultural translator

From $32 / hour

Verified

Shanghai4.97 (64)

Leo

Architecture walker and champion of neighborhood restaurants

From $38 / hour

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Chengdu5 (102)

Mia

Tea-house regular with a serious appetite for spice

From $28 / hour