Beijing Hutong Breakfast Food Tour

Try 12+ dishes at 6+ stops while exploring Beijing’s historic hutongs and tasting the unforgettable flavors of Old Beijing.

Explore this factory-turned-market brimming with fresh veggies, spices, and neatly sliced meat.

We’ll make a stop at Aunt Jie’s stall for some zongzi: glutinous rice dumplings stuffed with seasoned pork and wrapped in bamboo leaves – handmade from her family’s generations-old recipe.

Brace yourself for Douzhi – a tangy, fermented mung bean soup that’s earned a Michelin nod. Love it or hate it, this bold Beijing classic is unforgettable.

Discover Beijing comfort food with Mr. Yu’s crispy sesame flatbread stuffed with cured beef and a warm bowl of tofu pudding – nostalgic flavors that never go out of style.

Uncover hidden hutong secrets as you explore historic lanes—learn about stone doorway pillars, color-coded street signs, and how to tell how many families live in each courtyard (and more)!

Try jianbing with a twist at this hole-in-the-wall spot, where a classic mung bean wrap meets a cheesy upgrade—blending tradition with tasty innovation.

Taste Beijing’s imperial treats at this 80-year-old shop, serving up pea jelly, donkey rolls, and tangy hawthorn cake—sweets once savored by emperors.

Duration3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Get away from the tourists and explore a traditional hutong neighborhood while enjoying breakfast like a local. On this 3-hour intimate walking tour, your small group will enjoy loads of food and drinks while visiting 5 eateries and street stalls. Along with your English speaking guide, you'll discover how locals live in this completely off-the-beaten path area. Finish with one of the city’s best coffees with a view!

What's included

Local, English-Speaking Guide
Small-group tour (less than 10 people)
Bottled water
Breakfast
Unlimited food and drinks
over 5 food stops

Gratuities

What to expect

National Art Museum Of China
30m

Explore a Local Market: Step into this factory-turned-market brimming with fresh veggies, spices, and neatly sliced meat. We’ll make a stop at Aunt Jie’s stall for some zongzi: glutinous rice dumplings stuffed with seasoned pork and wrapped in bamboo leaves – handmade from her family’s generations-old recipe.
30m

Brace Yourself for Douzhi: This tangy, fermented mung bean soup might just top your personal “weirdest foods” list (love it or hate it, you won’t forget it!). This popular spot has earned a Michelin nod and is the place to get a true taste of Beijing’s boldest tradition.
30m

Discover Beijing Comfort Food: Meet Mr. Yu who serves up childhood memories in the form of crispy sesame flatbread stuffed with cured beef, alongside a warming bowl of tofu pudding – proof that good taste never goes out of style.
30m

Learn Hidden Hutong Secrets
Wander historic lanes and discover the secrets hidden in doorway pillars made of stone, the meaning of color-coded street signs, and how to tell how many families live inside each courtyard (plus so much more)!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Subway Direction: Zhongguo Meishuguan (National Art Museum) subway station is on line 8. When you get off the train, follow signs to Exit B. Your guide will be upstairs, outside the exit, waiting for you.

Please refer to your voucher for meeting location details.

End point

Subway Direction: Zhongguo Meishuguan (National Art Museum) subway station is on line 8. When you get off the train, follow signs to Exit B. Your guide will be upstairs, outside the exit, waiting for you.

Please refer to your voucher for meeting location details.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Signup and advance payment are required

Cancellation policy

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

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