Culinary Car Tour of Mao'er Hutong in Beijing

3 hours 30 minutes Free CancellationMin 2 participantsMeet on locationInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 4+Guided Operated by Interstellar Cloud Tour Ltd.

Why we love it?

The Dongcheng Car Tour Mao'er Hutong in Beijing is a 3-hour and 30-minute culinary adventure that combines sightseeing with local cuisine. Participants will enjoy a small-group experience, capped at 12 people, making it ideal for those who appreciate a more intimate setting. The tour includes four food stops, featuring a variety of dishes, including spring pancakes from a hidden gem run by a husband-wife team, and offers unlimited beer and sodas, including a pint of locally brewed craft beer. With a local English-speaking guide, guests will explore the historic streets of Beijing while savoring its unique flavors and enjoying rooftop views of the iconic bell tower.

Inclusions

  • 4 food stops equivalent to dinner
  • Local English speaking guid
  • Unlimited beer and sodas
  • Small-group tour (less than 12 people)
  • A pint of locally brewed craft beer

Exclusions

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

Begin your foodie journey at Shichahai metro station, where you'll meet your English-speaking guide ready to embark on a culinary adventure. Wander through 1.5 miles (2.5km) of Beijing's historic hutong alleyways, soaking in the city's past while taking delightful breaks to savor local bites.

Stop 2

This hidden gem offers rooftop views of Beijing’s historic bell tower and serves local hotpot in traditional copper pots and filled with a clear broth that highlights the quality ingredients. Thin slices of mutton and beef are quickly cooked in the pot and then dipped in a sauce made with sesame paste…plus grab a pint of local craft beer!

Stop 3

Run by a husband-wife team, this hidden restaurant specializes in spring pancakes, a dish traditionally enjoyed with family during Chinese New Year to celebrate the arrival of spring and a good harvest. Made fresh to order, they are eaten like a burrito and symbolize family reunion and togetherness.

Stop 4

Mao'er Hutong No.45 Parking Lot
When Beijingers want noodles, there’s only one dish we think about. In fact, we literally call it “Beijing Noodles” because all other noodle dishes are inferior. Visit the Yan family’s 100+ year old home, nestled deep inside a hutong courtyard, to try their made-from-scratch secret recipe.

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions

Know Before You Go

  • Animals or pets allowed
  • Public transportation nearby
  • Passport required

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start