Top Beijing Food Tours

Go off the beaten path in Beijing to visit a ‘hutong' (traditional-style neighborhood) with an experienced private guide for an authentic experience of local Chinese cuisine and the rich culture of old Beijing. Visit the produce market and sample more than 20 different dishes at a range of small eateries including locally owned shops, bakeries and restaurants. Meet the owners and learn about Chinese culinary customs from your guide. Your 4-hour tour includes all food tastings, a great treat for foodies!

Beijing is a great place to sample typical Chinese cuisine, but most visitors only eat in the main tourist areas. This 3-hour small-group tasting tour will take you to Beijing’s atmospheric Hutong neighborhoods for a delicious dinner, including traditional treats such as donkey burgers, jianbing (crepes), steamed dumplings, and Mongolian-style hotpot.

Discover the foodie highlights of Beijing’s Old Hutong area on this fascinating culinary adventure. The narrow unnamed streets can make the hutong area feels like a maze, but you won’t have to worry about getting lost as a guide will accompany you. Examples of foods you might try include Beijing wraps, Mongolian hot pot, fresh noodles, and homemade pear herbal soup. Conveniently, all food tastings are included, and you’ll also enjoy unlimited beer and soda.

Beijing is a great place to sample typical Chinese cuisine, but most visitors only eat in the main tourist areas. This small-group tasting tour takes you along the twisting backstreets of Beijing’s atmospheric hutong neighborhoods for a delicious breakfast. Savor traditional treats such as "baozi" (steamed buns), "jianbing" (crepes), silken tofu, and almond pudding.

It can be difficult to beat the crowds in Beijing. This Forbidden City admission ticket is the perfect way to ensure you have a stress-free visit with no waiting around. Gain access using your passport near the main entrance, close to Tiananmen Square, then explore the palace complex and admire the courtyards and gardens. Choose between morning or afternoon admission; upgrade to add a guide or visit the Treasure Gallery.

The UNESCO-listed Forbidden City is Beijing’s most visited attraction with over 14 million annual visitors, and it has the traffic to match. This half-day walking tour ensures you maximize your time, with a private guide, pre-paid entrance tickets, and an itinerary tailored to your preferences. Plus, hotel pickup is included for an easy day of exploring.

Escape the crowds around the Great Wall of China and visit the ancient Mutianyu section on a full-day sightseeing tour from Beijing. Accompanied by a guide, learn the history behind the 6th-century section and marvel at the spectacular natural scenery that surrounds it. See impressive parapets and defensive watch towers and enjoy an optional cable car ride if you wish (own expense). An authentic Chinese lunch and convenient, round-trip transportation from your Beijing hotel are also included.

The Great Wall of China’s is one of the world’s most popular attractions, and this small-group visit to the Mutianyu Great Wall helps you bypass the crowds. One of the most rugged and picturesque sections of the ancient barricade, Mutianyu has all of the charm and history with far fewer tourists.

See the Chinese imperial palace used from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty up close on this private tour of the Forbidden City. Please be aware that this tour doesn’t include transportation to and from the attractions, but your private guide can help you get a taxi or other form of transport (own expense). The tour includes admission ticket, but at least 2 days in advance.

Make the most of city sightseeing on this private tour of Beijing, which includes a visit to must-see attractions like Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and more. Your guide provides in-depth information about each site's history and significance and handles all transportation, planning, and logistics so you can just enjoy your trip. A delicious Peking duck lunch and boat ride in the Summer Palace are included.

Enhance your sightseeing experience in Beijing on a full-day tour of the city’s most captivating sights. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, immerse yourself in the ancient mystery of the Forbidden City; absorb the majestic charm of the Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven; and stroll around the legendary Tiananmen Square. Relax during a scenic bus ride; purchase special souvenirs in the bustling Pearl Market; and satisfy an appetite for authenticity with a traditional Chinese lunch.

Tour the deep history of Beijing’s Forbidden City’s palace complex. Your English speaking guide will take your group through the West, East, and Central line, examining all the distinctive features like the Royal Garden and Meridian Gate. This architectural masterpiece is one not to be missed on a tour to Beijing, and this tour makes it stress free and enlightening.

Soak in the scenery and history of the Great Wall of China at Jinshanling during a day hike with a professional guide. Get away from the crowds as you walk along this 3.7-mile (6-km) section of the Great Wall, passing 15 guard towers while crossing from Jinshanling to Simatai West. Observe the natural beauty of the landscape and the architectural marvels of the Ming Dynasty-era wall during your hike, which takes approximately four hours to complete. Includes round-trip transportation from Beijing, guide, and entrance fees.

See three of the top attractions in and around Beijing with a guide on this full-day private tour to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu. Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off is included, as well as entrance fees, lunch, and a ticket for the round-trip cable car or toboggan ride at the Great Wall.

Make dinner memorable and step back in time to Imperial China on this delightful nighttime experience. Sit down for dinner at the Bai Jia Da Yuan Restaurant, a Chinese garden restaurant with all the trappings of traditional Qing-era palace. Enjoy cultural performances of ‘face-changing’ and traditional Peking Opera as you dine, in a restaurant full of old-fashioned pavilions, courtyards and more.

Eat your way around Beijing’s old ‘hutong’ neighborhoods on this 3-hour food walking tour. Explore the traditional lanes, and experience local life and delicacies during food and drink stops at stalls and cafes. Sample Beijing yogurt, steamed 'baozi' buns, and fried pancakes, try some 'baijiu' liquor, and taste other tidbits. Feeling more daring? Upgrade to the bizarre food tour option, stopping to sample Beijing’s exotic offerings like 100-year-old eggs and other adventurous specialities.

Enjoy a delicious and wide-ranging foray into Beijing’s culinary traditions on this small-group walking tour. Pick between breakfast, lunch, and dinnertime itineraries, and meet your group at the Zhangzizhonglu Metro station. With a maximum of eight tour attendees, you’re guaranteed a personal experience. Visit several local restaurants, sample upwards of 15 traditional dishes, and enjoy glasses of beer, baiju, and soda. You’ll also have the chance to explore the city’s historical hutong alleyways.

See Beijing come alive after dark—and follow in locals’ footsteps—on this private walking and subway tour of the city. Depart from your hotel in the early evening, and set off. You’ll travel first to Wangfujing, a street known for its bustling, tantalizing outdoor market. After sampling what catches your eye, browse through the area’s shops and stop for dinner at a Peking duck or hot pot restaurant, if preferred (own expense). Continue the tour to Tiananmen Square, the Olympic Stadium, and other highlights.

From sesame cakes to steamed buns, Beijing is a city packed with flavor. Learn about the dishes that locals love on this 3-hour walking culinary tour of a night market, including 10-15 samples of dishes sure to satisfy your appetite. A private guide ensures a personalized experience, including catering to dietary restrictions, and easy logistics.

Enjoy a completely unique tour on a day trip that combines visiting the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall with a trip to Changyu Chateau, known for making some of China’s most excellent wine. Learn about the history of winemaking in China, and enjoy the landscape with its European style chateau and vineyards. Convenient round trip travel from your hotel ensures you have a designated driver at the end of your wine tasting adventure.

Feast your senses on the spectacular sights of an acrobatic show and the tantalizing taste of Peking duck during an exciting 4-hour experience in Beijing. Dine upon an exquisite banquet comprising of signature Beijing specialty, Peking duck, then enjoy an evening of enthralling entertainment from a troupe of talented acrobats. Marvel at the flexibility of the acrobatics as an elegant performance unravels beside melodious music. Enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from selected Beijing hotels on this tour. 

Shun the beaten path and savor a breakfast feast as you explore a traditional hutong neighborhood on this small-group walking tour. Exploring with a foodie guide, learn how locals live as you snack, slurp, and sip over 10 different dishes and drinks from four or five separate eateries. Along the way try yoghurt and pancakes, savor coffee with a view, and visit a local market to see what’s in season.

From savory braised pig’s feet to crunchy bamboo worms, Chinese cuisine is unlike that of any other place in the world. Eat like a Beijing local as you make your way through the city’s historic Hutong alleys in search of 12 traditional Beijing foods that most visitors don’t dare sample, like fermented mung bean and blackened chicken feet. This tour provides a deeper understanding of Beijing culture as well as the opportunity to try all foods as per itinerary.