Bite and Stroll: Brunch Tour in Old Town Beijing!
- 3.5–4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Escape the tourist crowds and join us on a culinary and cultural journey through historic Beijing, where royal families and nobles once resided. You'll taste over 7 different local snacks and sip authentic Chinese tea in a stunning 700-year-old courtyard. After dining, we'll take a scenic 25-minute bicycle ride to one of Beijing's most romantic street. We'll snap photos at the Forbidden City's Corner Tower before concluding our adventure at a contemporary Chinese tea house. Throughout the journey, you'll enjoy a relaxed pace while experiencing diverse flavors and beautiful views. 1. Savor a diverse selection of authentic local snacks beloved by Beijing foodies! 2. Begin with a walking food tour, then enjoy a 25-minute bicycle ride through Beijing's most majestic royal streets and scenic views. 3. Participate in a traditional Chinese tea ceremony in a stunning 700-year-old courtyard—a truly unique experience! 4. Visit the historic hutong where the last emperor's wife once resided.
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- In-guide: English
- Snacks
- Both Chinese tea and coffee are included in this tour
- All the food, snacks, drinks are included
What's not
- Gratuities
- Bike rent costs 2 Yuan
Itinerary
We will sample an array of local breakfast and street foods as snacks at 2 stops on Sixi South Avenue. Additionally, we will enjoy some local dessert for Chinese tea time along the way.
Situated in a Beijing courtyard, Zhengyang Shuju houses a tower built in the Yuan Dynasty, dating back 800 years ago. While the courtyard may not be expansive, it holds a wealth of untold stories waiting to be uncovered. As part of the experience, we will have the opportunity to enjoy Chinese tea in the serene yard.
After sampling one of the most popular cold noodles for summer, we will explore another culinary delight - Malatang, the highly favored street food in Northern China. At this cozy eatery, you can choose from over 30 varieties of vegetables and meats to customize your own unique flavor combinations.
One of Beijing's most beautiful Hutongs is Yidali Hutong. Yidali Hutong, once the residence of the Prince Xun in the early Qing Dynasty and later the betrothal residence of Yonghuang, Prince Qindan of Empress Dowager Chongqing, is a unique lane community. With Republic of China-style gateways and alleys, Yidali Hutong is a closed community beloved by tenants. Alley communities in Beijing often sprung up in vacant spaces of palaces and government offices; considering the high number of royal and noble families in the West City, many Hutongs were established. Noteworthy lanes within Yidali Hutong include Lequn Lane, Qinjian Lane, Fude Lane, and Cixiang Lane.
We will indulge in stuffed pancakess and eggplant boxes at a quaint eatery tucked away in a Hutong. Owned by a local Beijing family, this eatery has been serving customers for over a decade and remains a popular lunch spot in the neighborhood.
Considered one of the most picturesque avenues in Beijing, this is a must-see destination! The best way to explore this avenue is by bike. Beihai Park lies beneath the avenue, with the prominent white stupa visible in the distance on the left. On the right, you'll find Zhongnanhai, home to significant agencies.
At Jiaolou, a corner of the Forbidden City, we will make a stop for photos as it offers a fantastic photo opportunity!
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We meet our guests in front of Line 4 Subway, XISI Station, Exit D
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Wonder Locals
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Need to scan a share bike via guest's own Alipay. Please downlod an Alipay app for the bike.
- Minimum of 12 years old and above
- If you require any food restriction or special requirement, please let us know.
- All special dietary requirements can be accommodated, such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, and kosher options.
How it compares in Beijing
- Its from-price is 21% below the median of the 84 food tours we list in Beijing.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 45 of 84.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Beijing
Beijing, China's capital for centuries, holds imperial palaces, sacred temples and stretches of the Great Wall within reach of its modern boulevards.
At the city's heart, the Forbidden City spreads behind vermilion walls, a labyrinth of halls and courtyards that housed the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Tiananmen Square lies to its south, and the hill of Jingshan Park to its north gives the finest view over its golden roofs. The Temple of Heaven, set in a park where locals practise tai chi and dance, is a masterpiece of imperial design.
Top-ranked sights in Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall, Forbidden City (Palace Museum), Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang).
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