Private Xi'an Food Tour: Street Food Tasting & Seal Carving

Xian, China
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, English, Chinese
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Taste Xi'an like a local on this private walking food tour through the famous Muslim Quarter. Your English-speaking guide leads you through bustling street food stalls to sample authentic local snacks and hidden culinary gems.

Explore a historic 400-year-old courtyard house, then head to Shuyuanmen Culture Street for a hands-on seal carving workshop with a local artisan. Learn traditional Chinese calligraphy and create your own personalized seal — the perfect handmade souvenir.

This 4-hour experience blends Xi'an's best street food with traditional Chinese craftsmanship. Perfect for foodies, culture lovers, and anyone seeking a unique, off-the-beaten-path adventure in Xi'an.

What's included

  • Muslim Quarter night food market walking tour
  • Professional English speaking tour guide
  • Family Gao's Courtyard admission (400-year heritage site)
  • Hands-on seal carving class with personalized souvenir
  • Guided Muslim Quarter street food tasting with local snacks
  • Hotel pick up
  • Gratuities to your tour guide(recommended)
  • Hotel drop-off

What to expect

  1. Muslim Quarter
    2h
    Join this private tour, meet your tour guide in the lobby of your hotel, then come to the famous Muslim Quarter to enjoy a yummy foodie tour to taste the local yummy snacks food one by one. Immerse yourself in the local culture and cuisine of Xi'an.

    We'll take you to those most famous hidden restaurants at the corner of backstreet, but they are so popular among the local insiders. Where you can sample four different local dishes, including Pork burger, fried pancakes and local noodles. All of these delicious dishes will be freshly prepared right in front of you, providing you with an authentic taste of Xi'an's traditional cuisine.

    Follow your tour guide through the old alleys to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the city. Visit the famous 400-year-old Family Gao's courtyard, which is the best-preserved ancient Chinese scholar and high-ranking officer's courtyard.
  2. 2h
    After visiting the courtyard, we'll head to the famous Shuyuanmen culture street to start our private seal carving class.

    Here we will follow the local master to learn to carve your own seal with Chinese calligraphy, great experience to learn the skills and bring your own seal back home as a personal gift.

    After the seal carving class finished, the tour will be finished then. Your tour guide can help you to get a taxi back to your hotel.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Xi'an
Xi'an, China
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Departure Point: The lobby of Bell Tower Hotel located at 110 South St, Beilin, Xi'an
Dates: Daily

End point
Xi'an
Xi'an, China
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Departure Point: The lobby of Bell Tower Hotel located at 110 South St, Beilin, Xi'an
Dates: Daily

Additional information

  • 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.
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