Authentic Beijing Hutong Breakfast Tour: 3-Hour Local Food Walk
Tour Overview
Most tourists to Beijing only eat hotel buffets, and they never taste the real breakfast in this city. In just 3 hours, this vegetarian friendlyĀ food tourĀ will take you deep into the hutongs where generations of Beijingers have lived,Ā to discoverĀ the most authentic Beijing breakfast.
Try Beijing's most notorious breakfast, douzhier, that even most Chinese from other provinces can't stomach. But don't worry, there are more delicious foods waiting for you, including steamed stuffed buns, crispy fried dough sticks, and silky smooth tofu pudding.
Afterward, wander through the gray-brick alleyways and see the everyday life of locals. Stop by a nearby market to watch vendors haggle over prices, and lastly treat yourself to a cup of coffeeĀ at a hidden cafĆ© tucked away in the lanes.
Travel destination: Beijing
Suitable for: First-timers, Foodies seeking authentic local eats, Vegetarians
Tour type: Private
Highlights of this tour:
In just 3 hours, taste authentic Beijing breakfast food such as steamed stuffed buns, crispy fried dough sticks, and silky tofu pudding in hidden lanes.
Stroll around Beijing hutong alleys, spotting birdcage-carrying localsĀ andĀ exploringĀ a bustling wet market where vendors bargain over fresh produce.
Take the ultimate Beijing breakfast tour dare: sip fermented douzhier with crispy jiaoquan and spicy pickles. This is a bold local tradition most travelers never taste. Love it or hate it, you won't forget it.
Day-by-day Itinerary
- Day 1: Beijing Food Breakfast Journey
Your tour guide will call the front desk of your hotel the night before the start of the itinerary to inform you of the next day's gathering subway station and specific time (around 9 o'clock).
Chinese people usually consider breakfast as the most important meal of the day. This 3-hour culinary journey will take you to taste authentic Beijing breakfast hidden in the hutong alleys and learn about the culture behind each dish.
Notes:
- This trip is suitable for vegetarians. If you have any special dietary requirements, please let us know when booking.
- Our tour route may be adjusted regularly based on the operating hours of local businesses.
A sumptuous and delicious breakfast in Beijing First, try the most representative breakfast in Beijing - douzhier +Ā jiaoquanĀ +Ā spicy pickles.Ā DouzhierĀ is a sour, tangy drink made from fermented mung beans, and it can be quite a challenge for first-timers.Ā The trick is to sip it slowly while it's still hot.Ā Here's a little secret: pretty much no one outside of Beijing can stomach this stuff.
Next, enjoy some delicious snacks including steamed stuffed buns, deep-fried dough sticks, and silky tofu pudding, while watching them being made right before your eyes.
After breakfast, yourĀ guide will take you on a stroll through the hutong alleys, which is the best way to experience the morning hustle and bustle of old Beijing.Ā Appreciate the gray-brick ornamental gates, screen walls, and locust trees bathed in sunlight. You might spot elderly locals wandering with birdcages or riding vintage bicycles to grab breakfast, and listen to fascinating stories that unfolded in these hutongs.
Enjoy coffee and peaceful time on the rooftop of a siheyuan in the hutong alleys Along the way, you'll pass by a local market where you canĀ witness the scene of locals bargaining over fresh meat and vegetables. When you get tired of walking, relax in a cafe tucked away in the alleyways for a cup of coffee.
After that, the itinerary comes to an end. If you would like to continue exploring, your guide is glad to recommend places that interest you.
Tour Price Per Person
The price varies depending on the activity, number of people, travel date, and selected hotel. Please contact us for a specific price.
