Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour
Beijing, China

Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour

Outty Ranking 76 5.0 · 50 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $80
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Outty Ranking

76/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 50 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour worth booking?

Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour is a 4-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $80 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 50 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
76 / 100
Rating
5/5 (50)
Duration
4 hours
From
$80 per person

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 you get

    About this experience

    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

    Included

    • Unlimited beer and sodas
    • If you need Spanish/French/German/Italian guide, it will cause 500RMB extra, note us 3 days before.
    • 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

    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.

    What you'll see and do

    1. 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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    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, zh-TW, cmn, en, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Catherine Lu Tours

    Know before you go

    • 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

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 50 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    8 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    50 verified traveler reviews for Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Haley_S · September 2026

    Truly memorable

    Angela was an amazing guide. We felt like we were hanging out with an old friend. Not only did we eat amazing food, but we got to know the neighborhood and enjoy a fun evening. Since we did this our first night in Beijing it helped know places to go back to in the following days.

    via Viator

    kamilsY1016KU · September 2025

    Discovering Beijing’s Cuisines with a Great Guide

    We came from Poland (Europe) and had an amazing Hutong food and beer tour with Adam! Adam from Catherine Lu tour group was a wonderful guide who took me and my friend to several restaurants in Beijing, where he introduced us to different Chinese and Beijing cuisines. We were able to try Manchu, Beijing, Mongolian, Muslim, and Khitan dishes, and he explained their history and traditions in an engaging way. Highly recommended!

    via Tripadvisor

    roseywong · September 2025

    Old Beijing Hutong Food & Beer Tour

    My husband and I, along with another couple, booked the Old Beijing Hutong Food & Beer Tour on August 31st and had a fantastic experience. Our guide, Adam, was excellent—knowledgeable about the area's history and culture, and made the tour both engaging and informative. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with him and highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in exploring the Hutong while enjoying a great variety of food and drinks.

    via Tripadvisor

    V6063NZmichaelm · July 2025

    Hutong Banquet in Beijing

    We had an amazing time on the Hutong Food Tour with Adam, covering a huge range of ethnic cuisines and colors of flavor. One price gets you a LOT of food--I might recommend skipping lunch altogether that day in preparation (lol). This was, without a doubt, one of the highlights of my family's summer travels through China. We would never have found these little out-of-the-way dining gems on our own. Thanks to Adam for his careful research and to Catherine Lu Tours.

    via Tripadvisor

    EvP72 · July 2025

    Amazing food!

    This tour was our last one right before we had to leave for the airport. Our tour guide was James. He took us on the subway for a breakfast walking food tour. We went to about 5 restaurants, maybe even 6. He already had it all planned and had our food ordered pretty quickly. The food was amazing and very good. Even though we only had a short amount of time due to the fact that we had to leave for the airport, he still managed to have us taste so many amazing breakfast dishes. A good end to our China trip. Thank you again James for our amazing time in China.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $80 to $110
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    18
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Catherine Lu Tours, who run 91 experiences we rank across 7 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.8 and 3 in the 90+ Club.

    See everything Catherine Lu Tours runs

    Why this scores 76

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)97
    Review evidence (18% weight)68
    Booking momentum (14% weight)62
    Value for money (12% weight)43
    Listing quality (10% weight)79
    Local standing (8% weight)61
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.

    How much does Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $80 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour take?

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    Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.

    Is Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 50 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour?

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    Around 18 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Beijing?

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    On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Temple Heaven, Lama Temple, Summer Palace & Peking Duck Bus Tour, Beijing Mutianyu Great Wall Sightseeing Full-day Group Tours, Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Beijing?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Beijing?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour?

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    Included: Unlimited beer and sodas; If you need Spanish/French/German/Italian guide, it will cause 500RMB extra, note us 3 day; Hotel pickup(transportation cost is on your own with UBER or subway); One cup yoghurt or one frozen yoghurt pop; and 5-6 stops Food and drink tastings (enough for lunch or dinner). Not included: Gratuities; Hotel drop-off(We help you find taxi or subway back); and The extra transportation fee between your hotel (out of 4th ring road) to the city meeting. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 2754 listed pickup locations in and around Beijing. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour offered in?

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    It is offered in German, Chinese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Beijing. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Authentic Old Beijing Hutong Food and Beer Private Tour?

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    Across 50 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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