Flavors of Beijing -Eat Like A Real Chinese

Duration3h

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesChinese, English

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Most visitors see Beijing's famous sights, but miss its true soul in the ancient hutongs, family-run eateries, and centuries-old rhythms. This is the Beijing we reveal.

✔ Beyond the Guidebook: Skip tourist traps. Your local expert unlocks hidden entries, untold stories, and authentic flavors of real Beijing life.

✔ Perfectly Curated: This 3-hour walk blends must-see history (like the 600-year-old Drum Tower) with hidden gems (a temple turned art space), woven together with captivating narratives.

✔ Eat Like a Local: A true food journey. Start with unlimited Pork & Scallion Buns at a legendary spot; end with a halal feast of crispy beef pie and sweet fried cakes most tourists never find.

✔ Immersive, Not Just Observational: Feel Beijing by wandering a lively market, peeking into a hutong brewery, and standing at the ancient Grand Canal’s endpoint—understanding the city’s past and present.

What's included

sweet, crispy Fried Cake
steaming Pork & Scallion Buns
food tasting
flaky Beef Pie
local food market tour
professional English speaking tour guide

Gratuities
hotel pick up and drop off
beer or drinks at Great Leap Brewery

What to expect

30m · Admission ticket included

Your adventure begins here! Make your way to the exit and meet your local guide. Together, you'll leave the city's main avenues behind and step into a living, breathing slice of old Beijing—the historic hutong neighbourhood surrounding the Drum Tower.
Bell and Drum Towers
30m · Admission ticket included

The iconic Bell and Drum Towers set the scene for your journey. Once used to mark time for the entire city, these 700-year-old landmarks offer a powerful glimpse into imperial Beijing. After soaking in the history, follow your guide into the maze of ancient hutongs nearby—your first food stop, Yao Ji Chao Gan, awaits with its famous steaming Pork & Scallion Buns.
Yandai Xie Street
30m · Admission ticket included

Wander down the lively Yandai Xiejie, one of Beijing's oldest and most characterful lanes. As you stroll past traditional shopfronts and local life, your guide will share the story of Beijing's beloved Zhajiangmian noodles and the nearby Fangzhuanchang Hutong—a tasty piece of culinary history hiding in plain sight.
Yinding Bridge
30m · Admission ticket included

Pause on the picturesque Yinding Bridge for one of the finest views in Beijing—Shichahai Lake stretching out before you, with the Drum Tower framed perfectly in the distance. It's a moment that connects the city's ancient waterways to its living hutong culture, and a favourite spot for a photo.
Great Leap Brewing Original #6
30m · Admission ticket included

Tucked inside a restored courtyard in Doujiao Hutong, Great Leap Brewing is one of Beijing's most unexpected delights—a craft brewery where East meets West in the most charming way. Your guide will also trace the path of the 700-year-old Grand Canal at the nearby Yuhe River Site, revealing the deep history flowing beneath this vibrant neighbourhood.
Songzhu Temple & Zhizhu Temple
30m · Admission ticket included

tep through the gate of the beautifully restored Songzhu and Zhizhu Temple complex and feel the atmosphere shift. Your guide will share the remarkable story of how this serene sanctuary was saved and preserved amid the rapid changes of modern Beijing—a testament to the community's dedication to its heritage. From here, you'll head to the bustling Zhaojunsheng Market and finish your day at Zengshengkui, a beloved local halal eatery, with a perfectly flaky Beef Pie and a crispy Fried Cake—an authentic and memorable end to your Beijing food adventure.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Departure Point: Subway Line 8, Gulou Dajie Station, Exit A2, Jiugulou St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China

1,By subway: take line 8, stop at Gulou Dajie Station, go out of exit A2. The tour guide will be waiting for you here.

End point

Departure Point: Subway Line 8, Gulou Dajie Station, Exit A2, Jiugulou St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China

1,By subway: take line 8, stop at Gulou Dajie Station, go out of exit A2. The tour guide will be waiting for you here.

Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.