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Beijing Private Hutong Food Walking Tour

By Discover Beijing Tours
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 601 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Embark on an authentic culinary tour through Dong Si Area, a cluster of lesser-visited hutongs in Beijing. Led by an English-speaking guide, you will not only immerse yourself in the true traditions of Chinese culinary culture and experience hutong cuisine as an insider, but also gain in-depth insights into Chinese food customs, the stories behind local specialties, and the history of hutong dining. Wander the charming traditional community, explore hidden historical sites rarely visited by tourists, and savor over 20 diverse food tastings across local markets, family-run shops, bakeries, and neighborhood eateries. The English-speaking guide will also helping you fully dive deep into the authentic hutong lifestyle while addressing all your questions about Chinese food and culture.

Activity location
  • Dongsi Hutong
    • East of Dongsi Beidajie
    • Beijing, China, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Dongsi Hutong
    • East of Dongsi Beidajie
    • Beijing, China, China

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Food Walking Tour No transport
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel's lobby.You will either taxi or subway (at your own cost) to start the food tour
Pickup included

Price details
RM 600.58 x 1 AdultRM 600.58

Total
Price is RM 600.58
Food Tour + Private Transfer
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Your tour guide will meet you in the lobby of your downtown hotel lobby, round trip private transfer also included.
Pickup included

Price details
RM 803.48 x 1 AdultRM 803.48

Total
Price is RM 803.48

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private Transfer (if the option been selected)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Food tasting (20+ different food tasting)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transportation fee if you choose the tour without transfer

Know before you book

  • 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

Activity itinerary

Dongsi Hutong
  • 2h
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.
Dongsi Hutong (Pass by)
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.
LongFuSi Jie
  • 2h
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...

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Dongsi Hutong
    • East of Dongsi Beidajie
    • Beijing, China, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Dongsi Hutong
    • East of Dongsi Beidajie
    • Beijing, China, China

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