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Beijing Food Tour: Exploring Exclusive Iconic Flavors and Culture | 3 hours

5 Reviews | Beijing
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Bottled water
  • Dinner
  • Gratuities

Overview

Experience Beijing’s most iconic dishes in just a short time at century-old venues with an intimate small-group tour. Perfect for layover or deep travelers, it saves you time and money on queues and reservations. Visit three more century-old venues to savor classics like Peking Duck while uncovering the stories behind the food and streets, guided by a history and sociology expert. This most cost-effective tour help you savor culture and taste without breaking the bank! · Explore Beijing’s authentic food streets and savor classic local favorites · Visit century-old restaurants off the beaten path · Enjoy unlimited, perfectly paired local drinks with each dish · Focus on food and culture with expert-guided insights · Intimate small-group experience (max 10 people) · A cost-effective culinary journey worth every bite

Meeting points

We will meet at the F exit of Nanluoguxiang subway station.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Nanluoguxiang (Pass By)

    Start your foodie adventure at Nanluoguxiang, one of Beijing’s most famous hutongs, brimming with iconic local delicacies. Meet your English-speaking guide and set off on a culinary journey through 1.5 miles (2.5 km) of historic alleyways. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the area while enjoying delicious stops to taste authentic local flavors.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Running for over 100 years, this hidden restaurant specializes in 煎饼果子, a dish traditionally enjoyed with family during cold winter mornings to celebrate togetherness and warmth. Made fresh to order, they are eaten like a wrap to symbolize unity and wholeness in family bonds.

  • An Ding Gate (Pass By)

    When Beijingers crave noodles, there’s only one dish that comes to mind: Zhajiangmian, often called “Beijing Noodles” because no other dish compares. Visit a century-old eatery to taste their made-from-scratch noodles, crafted with a secret recipe passed down through generations.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Peking Duck comes in two styles, both typically served with fresh condiments and wrapped in chewy pancakes. The crispy exterior and tender interior pair perfectly with refreshing pickled vegetables, creating a bite that’s pure bliss for your taste buds. Additionally, there’s Douzhi (fermented mung bean drink) and Jiaoquan (crispy fried rings), a classic combo loved by locals and a must-try for anyone visiting Beijing. But be warned—the unique taste of Douzhi might be an acquired one! Are you ready to take the challenge?

  • Bell and Drum Towers (Pass By)

    Tucked away in a small alley, this hidden gem offers a unique and intimate community dining experience. It serves traditional hotpot in copper pots filled with a clear, flavorful broth that lets the quality ingredients shine. Thinly sliced mutton and beef are cooked in seconds and paired with a rich sesame paste dipping sauce. Don’t forget to grab a pint of the local drink to complete the experience!

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Food Blogger’s Authentic Journey

Published on Mar, 2025

No staged photos – just real food history! Chef-guide Zhang took us through 5 dynasties’ kitchens. His "culture compass" explaining spice trade routes through dish evolution was gold content. The hygiene kit included traditional Ming antibacterial herbs – brilliant touch. My followers are demanding a video series now!

Solo Female Traveler’s Safe Feast

Published on Mar, 2025

Guide Emma’s group of 8 felt intimate. We tasted 9 dishes from Han to Qing dynasties – the sealed wet wipes between street food stops were reassuring. Learning Yuan noodle-pulling techniques while hearing Kublai Khan’s banquet stories was magical. Left with recipe cards and new friends from the tour!

Family-Friendly Time Travel

Published on Mar, 2025

My teens finally looked up from phones! Guide Amy turned culture into a game – "Dynasty Detective" cards at each food stop. They devoured Qing pancakes after learning they’re thicker because of imperial portion laws. The allergy-friendly tasting kit (separate boxes for each era) saved us. Highlight? Comparing Tang candy art photos with modern street versions. Warning: Post-tour, kids demand chopstick lessons!

History Teacher’s Classroom on Foot

Published on Mar, 2025

I’ve lectured about Chinese dynasties for 20 years – this food tour schooled me! Guide Mark (a former museum curator) showed tangible culture links: how Yuan hotpot fuel mirrored military campaigns, while we cooked lamb slices. The 9-dish tasting map with dynasty emojis is now my teaching aid. Hygiene? Impeccable – each street food station had visible thermometers. Don’t miss the Ming pickles that preserved more than vegetables!

Business Traveler's Efficient Discovery

Published on Mar, 2025

Perfect for my 12-hour layover! This tour packed 8 dynasties’ food into 3 hours without rushing. Guide Lisa’s "Time Capsule Tasting" method was genius – pairing Qing duck with QR codes showing 18th-century recipes. The Han medicinal broth (served in sealed cups!) tasted like history in a sip. Loved the pocket-sized dynasty timeline card – now my go-to gift for colleagues. Pro tip: Mongolian hotpot here beats airport lounges’ coffee!

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