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Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour

50 Reviews 4.96 out of 5 stars Based on 50 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
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98% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
| Beijing, China
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from $30 per person

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On average, this is booked 27 (0) days in advance.
4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Hit the alleys of Beijing City’s old Hutong area on a 3-hour culinary tour that takes you to 4 to 6 delicious stops. Ideal for the first-time visitors, this experience provides an overview of the old Beijing’s foodie scene and reveals lesser-known hutong specialties such as Beijing Wraps, Hutong style BBQ, Mongolian hot pot, fresh noodle, and along with hand-made fresh yoghurt, home-made pear herbal soup, local drinks, unlimited local beers and 1 pint of home-made craft beer. Explore with ease this carefree hutong walking tour and get a greater understanding of old Beijing hutong culture from your private knowledgeable guide.

What's Included

  • Unlimited beer and sodas
  • Hotel pickup(transportation cost is on your own with UBER or subway)
  • One cup yoghurt or one frozen yoghurt pop
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel drop-off(We help you find taxi or subway back)
  • The extra transportation fee between your hotel (out of 4th ring road) to the city meeting point.
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

We pick you up from your hotel within the 4th ring road of Beijing city。（All transportation cost is on your own, your guide will help you take UBER or subway）

What To Expect

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Shichahai Scenic Area

Your hutong gastronomic experience will take you to family home from pre-Hispanic food to contemporary cuisine, from 100 year old Mongolian hotpot to family operated BBQ; all this in a 3-hour stroll through the 1000-year-old historic hutongs.In the hutong alleys, you’ll see hutong stores, vegetable shops, and local residences and courtyards. Your guide will share the legends of this vibrant metropolis, helping you to travel through time, taking you to numerous restaurants to see and eat a lot of street delicilous food, some typical Family Noodles, Beijing Wraps, BBQ cooking, and tasting local beers including one pint of homemade draft beer or several Beijing sodas.At the last stop, you will have a cup of fresh hand-made yoghurt or frozen yoghurt pop.You’ll end your tour armed with recommendations for the rest of your trip and a happy and full stomach.Your guide will help you find your way back to your hotel or you can stay longer in the hutongs.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children under 3 are free of charge
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-37561P126

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Unlimited beer and sodas.
  • Hotel pickup(transportation cost is on your own with UBER or subway).
  • One cup yoghurt or one frozen yoghurt pop.
  • 5-6 stops Food and drink tastings (enough for lunch or dinner).
  • English-speaking tour guide service fee.
  • If you need Spanish/French/German/Italian guide, it will cause 500RMB extra, note us 3 days before.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Hotel drop-off(We help you find taxi or subway back).
  • The extra transportation fee between your hotel (out of 4th ring road) to the city meeting point.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Unlimited beer and sodas
  • Hotel pickup(transportation cost is on your own with UBER or subway)
  • One cup yoghurt or one frozen yoghurt pop
  • 5-6 stops Food and drink tastings (enough for lunch or dinner)
  • English-speaking tour guide service fee
  • If you need Spanish/French/German/Italian guide, it will cause 500RMB extra, note us 3 days before.
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel drop-off(We help you find taxi or subway back)
  • The extra transportation fee between your hotel (out of 4th ring road) to the city meeting point.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Children under 3 are free of charge
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

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