Spiritual Shanghai: Longhua Temple Tour with Food Tasting
ID: GYG1129330-1733244
Category:
Country: China
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Explore Longhua Temple, the city's oldest Buddhist temple. Learn about Han Buddhism and rituals, pet the temple's beloved resident cats, savor vegetarian noodles and discover the vibrant neighborhood.
Please Read Before Booking - Thank you for your understanding:
- For the best experience, please book at least 24 hours in advance, we do not accept last-minute bookings.
- Please leave your contact information after booking on GetYourGuide so that we can discuss the tour details further.
About This Tour:
Begin your journey at Longhua Temple, Shanghai's oldest Buddhist temple with over 1,000 years of history. Dating back to the Three Kingdoms period, this sacred site offers a peaceful escape from the bustling city. Admire the iconic seven-story Longhua Pagoda, an elegant Song Dynasty tower standing as a guardian of the past.
Walk through the temple's magnificent halls and learn about Han Buddhism's traditions, the symbolism behind temple layouts, and the meaning of rituals practiced for centuries.
Experience the tradition: Join locals in burning incense and making wishes. Feel the tranquility created by fragrant smoke, soft chanting, and gentle temple bells.
Taste temple life: Queue with devotees for the famous vegetarian noodles—surprisingly delicious and satisfying! If lucky, meet the temple's friendly resident cats lounging in sunny corners.
Explore authentic Shanghai: Continue to the vibrant neighborhood nearby. Discover local favorites like 小笼包 (soup dumplings) and 生煎包 (crispy pan-fried buns)—the real flavors Shanghai locals love.
From Ancient Zen to Modern Vibrance—See Shanghai through a local lens!
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the serene world of Chinese Buddhism at Longhua Temple
- Explore the temple's magnificent halls and learn about Han Buddhism
- Participate in the time-honored tradition of burning incense and making wishes
- Savor the temple's famous vegetarian noodles, a simple yet flavorful dish
- Discover the vibrant neighborhood surrounding Longhua Temple with a guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Be prepared for a spiritual and cultural experience
Bring cash for local food purchases
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Longhua Temple
- Incense offering and wish-making experience
- Tasting of temple's vegetarian noodles (optional, requires a long wait)
- Exploration of local neighborhood food
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to and from the temple
- Personal expenses
- Additional food and drinks
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
