Things to do in Beijing, China: The Best Night Tours

February 20, 2022 Dorsey Hagwood

Welcome to a capital city whose story goes back at least 3000 years. In Beijing, you'll find a wealth of history, both ancient (the Hall of Preserving Harmony, Summer Palace, Forbidden City) and more recent (Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, Tiananmen Square). For the best market experience, choose the Dirt Market over the touristy Silk Market. A visit to the Great Wall, the longest manmade structure in the world, is absolutely essential.
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1. Private Beijing Street Food Tasting Tour with Bizarre Food Option

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Set foot in Beijing City’s Hutong neighborhood, known as a foodie paradise, and try the local street food. Sample authentic Chinese food and drinks on this 3-hour walking tour and you will get to know one of the city’s most beautiful neighborhoods. Enjoy mouthwatering Roujiamo(minced pork burger), Jianbing(Fried pancakes) and traditional snacks, including Tanghulu(Crabapples with sugar) and Beijing Yogurt. You’ll explore new culinary and cultural perspectives, and gain renewed appreciation for how the locals live – and eat! This is a private tour for foodies and will ensure the personalized attention from your guide. If you are adventure foodies, we have the options of the bizarre food for you.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Food tastings, Professional guide, Private tour, Hotel pickup(But Transportation to the Food Tour is not include)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

Reviewed By Lover_of_food2b

Anson was our tour guide. He spoke great English and had tons of knowledge about the neighborhoods we were walking in, which was also the location of our hotel. He gave us a variety of food choices, all delicious, but did give us the option to be more adventurous. We opted out of eating anything too exotic. We were so impressed with Anson, we signed up for a tour at the Forbidden City and requested him. He is extremely knowledgable about the history in China and tells it in a way that keeps things interesting.

2. Amazing Food Challenge for Brave Man in Beijing

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People often say "Food is culture." During this 3-hour, your guide will lead you walking through the local hutong alleys to try 12 amazing local food which you might not have before. It is actually a food tasting competition specially designed for people with brave heats and love to be challenged by new adventures. You surely will understand the local eating culture a lot more from this unique food tour. Come and discover the hidden eateries and popular street food that are highly appreciated by locals. Now, put on your walking shoes, and get ready for the most challenging and exciting food tour in Beijing!

Inclusions: Private Tour, Local Guide, Food Tasting, Hotel pick up

Exclusions: Gratuities, Transportation to/from attractions

Reviewed By Lover_of_food2b

Anson was our tour guide. He spoke great English and had tons of knowledge about the neighborhoods we were walking in, which was also the location of our hotel. He gave us a variety of food choices, all delicious, but did give us the option to be more adventurous. We opted out of eating anything too exotic. We were so impressed with Anson, we signed up for a tour at the Forbidden City and requested him. He is extremely knowledgable about the history in China and tells it in a way that keeps things interesting.

3. Beijing Night Tour- Acrobatic Show with Transfer

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With risky and daring performances, the Acrobatic Show is a mostly popular night entertainment in Beijing that must not be missed! Appealing to all ages, this show proudly brings together audiences from around the globe. Pickup from your hotel lobby or you will be advised to the nearest hotel to meet with your tour guide. Hotel information is required during the reservation.

Inclusions: Hotel pick-up, Air-conditioned tour van or bus

Exclusions: Return transfer, All meals, Tipping to guide and driver

Reviewed By Scenic62797412717

Stunning view when you drive through by car, the gorges are massive. We stopped a couple of hours at the viewing area/platform which goes down at water level using multiple stairs. nice, but not worth spending more than few hours, or maybe one night on the way from Shangri la to Lijiang. It is definitely impressive to see though

4. Beijing Bird's Nest Roof Top and Water Cube VIP Tour with Dinner

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Enhance your experience of the Olympic Park on a 4-hour tour night tour.Your guide will pick you up from your Beijing city hotel's lobby at 16:00.You’ll visit venues such as the Bird's Nest and go up to the roof top to get a birds view of the Olympic Park and the city lights;You will also visit The Water Cub--which hosted the swimming, diving and synchronized swimming events during the Olympics.At the end of the tour, you have the option to include a delicious dinner in the local restaurant. Hotel pickup within the 4th ring road, transport by private vehicle,English speaking tour guide and entrance fee are included.

Inclusions: English speaking tour guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (for hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing City), Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Dinner If you choose the option, Entrance fee

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Lover_of_food2b

Anson was our tour guide. He spoke great English and had tons of knowledge about the neighborhoods we were walking in, which was also the location of our hotel. He gave us a variety of food choices, all delicious, but did give us the option to be more adventurous. We opted out of eating anything too exotic. We were so impressed with Anson, we signed up for a tour at the Forbidden City and requested him. He is extremely knowledgable about the history in China and tells it in a way that keeps things interesting.

5. Beijing Private Evening Food Tour with Great Leaping Brewery Taproom Hopping

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Experience Beijing's history, best local food and a western-style brewery bar hop on a 4-hour private gourmet tour that explores the city’s most popular night life zone, traditional foods and cutting-edge cuisine. Accompanied by a tour guide, admire the night view of the Houhai lake area, explores the historical area at Shichahai, Yandaixie Street, Gulou East Street and Nanluoguxiang Allay. Savor the rich flavor of local delicacies like Traditional Beijing Noodle, "Tea Soup", Pancake, Soup Dumplings and more, gain fascinating insight into the culinary and cultural traditions of the country from your expert guide. Then Stroll around the quite Hutong neighborhood head to Great Leaping Brewery Taproom, the most famous brewery bar in town where you can enjoy aromatic craft beer on tap and meet new friends. Come hungry: your tastings amount to dinner.

Inclusions: Local guide, Food tastes, One glass of beer at Great Leaping Brewery Taproom, Hotel pickup (Beijing City hotels within the 3rd ring road), Private tour, Transportation fee from your Beijing City Hotel to the start point of the food tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Additional drinks and food at Great Leaping Brewery Taproom, Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By latoyaj632

My daughter and I had the pleasure of having Qing as our tour guide. We had a great experience. Qing was very knowledgeable and added funny commentary to engage my 9 year old daughter, whom is not interested in History (yet)! We learned a lot about Chinese history and culture, with the added benefit of being allowed to take ample time to take a multitude of pictures. Qing has hosted this tour for many years, so she provided us with tips to take the most flattering shots in this historical venue. I would definitely recommend Qing when taking this tour. We will remember this experience forever.

6. SiMaTai Great Wall in GuBei Water Town Night Tour drove by English Cab Driver

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simatai great wall section is the only one opened at night, 2 hours away from beijing downtown and airport, guaranteed 3 hours of sightseeing time, this tour will be just drove by beijing licensed cab driver and without tour guide, our drivers will speak Basic English with Translating APP

Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Infant or baby seat (on request if advised at time of booking), Round trip, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Toll

Exclusions: Gratuities, Tour Guide, Meals, tickets

Reviewed By pattijane2015

David picked me up from my hotel, sign in hand and bananas/water waiting in the back (both came in very handy on the Wall). He was very helpful, cheerful, and informative, giving updates and tidbits about what we were driving past enroute. It was Friday, and I had spent a long week touring, so I was very happy to sit quietly in the back and not try to chatter, which he was very respectful about. He was waiting exactly where he said he would be at the end of the tour, so there were no surprises or awkward moments- great! He knows MANY back roads to avoid traffic, so delivered me back to my hotel in time for dinner, despite a late departure on the tour. It was perfection. Many thanks!

7. Private Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town Night Tour from Beijing

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Spending a romantic evening in Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town during your trip in Beijing is a totally different outdoor experience. You will be able to look up the stars in the sky and enjoy the beautiful moonlight from the Great Wall. Stroll around in the Gubei Water Town surrounded in a tranquil atmosphere. All entrance fees, private guide and transfer services are all inclusive.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide/driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Cable car and Dinner ( If you selected all inclusive tour package)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Dinner, Cable car

Reviewed By KanoPal

Best tour guide ever!! Ronner explained all the details of the city, the Great Wall, and the Summer Palace to us. He was so helpful to consider our requests, and we got to change the original program a little bit. When went to eat authentic Peking Duck, which was probably the best we've ever had in our life. If I ever come back here, I'd definitely book with this company again.

8. Private Night Sightseeing Tour of Beijing

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See Beijing when it sparkles at night! Beijing’s diversified nightlife is fun for everyone. Take a night tour to watch the attractions come to life through lights and color. Traveling by your a private vehicle, visiting all the famous attractions including The Tian'anmen square, National Centre for the Performing Arts, CCTV headquarter, Beijing National Stadium, Wangfujing Night Food Market and the Houhai lake area. Learn fascinating facts about these legendary landmarks from your professional guide and hear insider tips on exciting places to visit in the capital city at night.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off(For Hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing City), Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By latoyaj632

My daughter and I had the pleasure of having Qing as our tour guide. We had a great experience. Qing was very knowledgeable and added funny commentary to engage my 9 year old daughter, whom is not interested in History (yet)! We learned a lot about Chinese history and culture, with the added benefit of being allowed to take ample time to take a multitude of pictures. Qing has hosted this tour for many years, so she provided us with tips to take the most flattering shots in this historical venue. I would definitely recommend Qing when taking this tour. We will remember this experience forever.

9. Private Tour-Beijing by Bike at Night

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See the beautiful city of Beijing light up at night on this private bike tour of the Chinese capital. Your expert guide will lead you through the winding streets of Beijing and tell you stories and facts about every stop you make. See the beautiful city skyline illuminated as you bike along Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Enjoy the scenic and lush environment of Shichahai Lake and Jingshan Park and cycle down Nanluoguxiang Alley to see trendy shops and bistros built along Beijing’s ancient alleys.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Bike rental, Sightseeing and photo stops at sites listed in itinerary, Bottled mineral water

Exclusions: Gratuities to tour guide(recommended), Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By 789simpson

We had a scheduled 3day stay in Beijing as part of our China tour.due to the above circumstances our great guide dean helped us through the situation!though many sites were shut he still managed to keep us going with open spaces and local knowledge.he spoke excellent English and had a great sense of humour.his local knowledge and ‘can do’attitude made our stay quite memorable in many ways!we would definitely specify him as guide when we go back tho finish our trip(when the virus is under control and it is safe to do so).he was invaluable in re-booking our flights home at the air China office.ps their website is awful-and I told them so when we had our tickets!

10. Evening Food Private Tour with Brewery Taproom Hopping at Slow Boat in Beijing

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A Beijing local food tour plus a western-style brewery bar hop? What an interesting combination! This fun evening tour will allow you to taste over 20 different types of local street food, and then head to Slow Boat Brewery Taproom, the most famous brewery bar in town where you can enjoy aromatic craft beer on tap and meet new friends. During this private 3-hour evening tour, you will also visit some local sites along the way, such as Longfusi street, Beijing Hutongs and more. Put on your walking shoes and get your fantastic night started!

Inclusions: Local guide, Food tour, One glass of beer at Slow Boat Brewery Taproom, Hotel pickup (Beijing City hotels within the 3rd ring road), Private tour, Transportation fee from your Beijing City Hotel to Hutong Food tour,and to Slow Boat

Exclusions: Gratuities, Additional drinks and food at Slow Boat Brewery Taproom, Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By Lover_of_food2b

Anson was our tour guide. He spoke great English and had tons of knowledge about the neighborhoods we were walking in, which was also the location of our hotel. He gave us a variety of food choices, all delicious, but did give us the option to be more adventurous. We opted out of eating anything too exotic. We were so impressed with Anson, we signed up for a tour at the Forbidden City and requested him. He is extremely knowledgable about the history in China and tells it in a way that keeps things interesting.

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