Royal Dining Experience with Cultural Performance in Beijing
- 1h 30m
- Skip the line
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Set in a luxurious courtyard just two kilometers from the Forbidden City, this royal dining experience offers an authentic taste of Chinese culture. Guests will savor exquisite dishes, including sea cucumber and abalone, beautifully plated and served alongside a captivating cultural performance that unfolds with each course. The rich history of this venue, once the residence of an imperial examination scholar, adds to the unique ambiance. As you enjoy your meal, witness a classical drama that tells stories of ancient traditions, all while surrounded by stunning seasonal scenery and historic sites like the White Pagoda Temple.
Inclusions
What's included
- Performance
- Booking fee
- Costume+Makeup（optional）
- Meals
What's not
- Transportation
Itinerary
Only 2km from the Forbidden City, this luxurious courtyard was once the residence of Tan Zongjun (the Qing imperial examination second-place winner) and the birthplace of Tan’s official cuisine, offering a royal dining experience. Chronological performances sync with each dish, each paired with a story. The well-preserved courtyard boasts seasonal scenery; its top floor offers views of White Pagoda Temple and Temple of Emperors of All Dynasties, perfect for photos. The dedicated actors deliver excellent classical dramas. Dishes are diverse, exquisitely plated and delicious, including appetizers, desserts, tea, symbolic wine, and main courses of sea cucumber and abalone.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Tickets
- Tickets are redeemed at a different location from the meeting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Talktome
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Beijing
- Its from-price is 185% above the median of the 85 skip-the-line tours we list in Beijing.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- 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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