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Beijing Hutong Private Half-Day Food Tasting Walking Tour

Beijing Hutong Private Half-Day Food Tasting Walking Tour

5.0 (370) 🕑 4 hours Free cancellation

Go off the beaten path in Beijing to visit a hutong (traditional-style neighborhood) with a private guide for an authentic experience of local Chinese cuisine and the rich culture of old Beijing. Sample more than 20 different dishes at small eateries including locally owned shops, bakeries, and restaurants. Meet the owners and learn about Chinese culinary customs on this half-day tour including all food tastings.

Languages: English Mandarin
📍Bei Da Jie, China
🏢Operated by Discover Beijing Tours

Highlights

  • Try more than 20 dishes for an excellent sampler of Chinese cuisine
  • Choose from afternoon or evening tour times to suit your schedule
  • See Beijing architecture from centuries past and a traditional way of life
  • Includes private guide and all food samples

What you'll see & do

  • Beijing’s hutongs are the soul of the city—but most tourists only scratch the surface, herded into overcrowded lanes where the authentic local vibe gets lost in the crowds. What if you could trade the tourist hordes for the quiet charm of a true Beijing neighborhood, guided by someone who calls these alleyways home? Introducing our Dong Si Area Off-the-Beaten-Path Food Walking Tour—your ticket to experiencing Beijing like a local, one mouthwatering bite at a time. Led by a local guide with intimate, insider knowledge of the area, this tour isn’t just about food—it’s about stepping into the daily lives of Beijingers, exploring hidden corners few visitors ever find, and savoring 20+ authentic tastes you won’t find in any guidebook.
  • Our expert foodie guide will be with you every step of the way, sharing fascinating insights into Chinese culinary traditions, the unique flavors of different regional cuisines, and the stories behind the specialties you’re tasting. Feel free to ask questions, share your food preferences, or dive deeper into Beijing’s food culture—this tour is all about your experience. And for the adventurous eaters? Just whisper “You are real foodies” to your guide, and we’ll surprise you with a special off-menu treat that’s sure to delight (or dare!) your taste buds.
  • Included will be 20+ different food tastings at various diverse locations, such as markets, shops, bakeries and restaurants. You will visit local haunts, get a chance to meet the owners and explore historical sites that few tourists have an opportunity to experience. No chain restaurants here – we will visit mom and pop specialty food shops to try authentic items such as delicious duck necks and sesame cake. The commentary from your expert foodie guide includes an overview of Chinese culinary habits, a description of different regions cuisine and an introduction to selected specialties in the shops.You are encouraged to interact with your guide and ask as many questions as you like.For adventure foodies we do have food surprise for you,just tell our guide "You are real foodies" By staying off the beaten path you will also have a unique chance to support a local community while being entertained by the sights and smells of true Beijing. Some food tastings you will experience on this tour: Ma dou fu-Dried fermented mung bean juice Tang Er duo–Fried Sugar cake Ma Hua-Fried Flour  Jianbing-Thin Millet flour pancake LUZHU HUOSHAO- Wheaten cake boiled in meat( pig’s intestine and liver) broth BAO DU-Quick-Fried Ox tripe ZHA GUAN CHANG- fried corn flour cakes Beijing Suan Nai–Beijing Yoghurt Shaobing -Baked Sesame Seed cake Baozi--Stemmed dumplings round in shape Roujiamo--Beef in the bread Spicy Hotpot--with either meat or vegetable on sticks Muslim Kebabs -including lamp kebabs, leek ,eggplant etc Hunan Snacks-Steamed and Fried Cakes made of Sticky Rice Stinky Toufu --Option  Beijing Snacks Set--around 6-10 different snacks Fu Jian Medicine Soup Moon Cake Fried bread with red beans Baijiu-Chinese liqueur And More...

What's included

  • Private Transfer (if the option been selected)
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Food tasting (20+ different food tasting)

What's not included

  • Gratuities
  • Transportation fee if you choose the tour without transfer

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Children 1-6 years old are free

We pick you up from your hotel within the 4th ring road of Beijing city, if your hotel is out of the 4th ring road of Beijing city, you can travel to meeting point in the city to meet our tour guide, or hotel pick up may have extra cost.

Cancellation policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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