Lama Temple Guided Tour &
Hutong Night Food&Beer Tour
Discover Beijing’s most important Tibetan Buddhist temple . and best evening flavors with a local guide in one night!
from US$ 89~109.00 / person
Solo Traveler: $109 / person
2 Guests: $99 / person
3+ Guests: $89 / person
$69/child(6~18), infant(0~6) for free
🕒 Daily 4:00 pm / Duration: 4-5 hours
📍 Meeting Point: Exit F of Lama Temple Subway Station
🍜 3 Food Stops
❤️ 1 Hidden Hutong Brewpub
🚶 Beijing Night Walk – explore Lama Temple area
👥 Small Group (Max 6 guests)
🛕Yonghe Lama Temple Guided Tour (Ticket Included)
Great if you want a mix of history + food in a small group
Lama Temple
Hutong Night Food&Beer Tour
Discover Beijing’s most important Tibetan Buddhist temple at your own pace. and enjoy best evening flavors with a local guide.
from US$ 49~89.00 / person
3+ Guests: $79 / person
$49/child(6~18), infant(0~6) for free
🕒 Daily 5::00 pm / Duration: 3-4 hours
📍 Meeting Point: Exit C of Lama Temple Subway Station
🍜 3 Food Stops
❤️ 1 Hidden Hutong Brewpub
🚶 Beijing Night Walk – explore Lama Temple area
👥 Small Group (Max 6 guests)
Great if you wanna try most local Beijing food in a small group
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Why You’ll Love This Lama Temple Tour
✔ Lama Temple– Visit Beijing’s most important Tibetan Buddhist temple with a guide or at your own pace
✔ One of the most powerful places for making wishes in Beijing — locals believe prayers here are especially effective
✔ Peaceful contrast to the city — incense-filled halls, intricate architecture, and a calm, spiritual atmosphere
✔ Authentic Hutong Flavors – Enjoy four carefully selected food stops serving true Beijing hutong dishes.
✔ Craft beer - A glass of authentic Beijing craft beer paired with local snacks in Beijing hutong.
✔ Beijing Night Walk – Experience a relaxed evening walk around the Lama Temple area and local alleys.
✔ Local Guide – Hear fun stories, cultural insights, and dining traditions shared directly by your guide.
✔ Hidden Courtyards & Lanes – Discover the quieter, lesser-known corners of old Beijing.
✔ Small Group Experience – Stay flexible and enjoy a more personal journey with fewer than 6 guests.
Highlights about the Night Food Tour
Itinerary
🚇 Meeting Point: Yonghegong Lama Temple Subway Station
Stop 1 - Lama Temple 雍和宫 (Optional)
Start with a guided visit to the Lama Temple, which is the largest and best-preserved lama temple of Tibetan Buddhism with influential status in Beijing, and also is the cradle of two great emperors of Qing dynasty—Emperor Yongzheng who once lived there and Emperor Qianlong who was born there.
Your guide will walk you through its history, architecture, and daily rituals, explaining incense customs, symbolism, and why locals come here to pray.
You’ll explore the courtyards, prayer halls, and towering statues at a relaxed pace, with time to observe worshippers and soak in the atmosphere.
Stop 2 - Food Crawl
Three dine-in spots.
Eat Noodles in a Hidden Hutong Noodle House
When Beijingers talk about noodles, there’s really only one that matters — zhajiangmian. Tucked inside a quiet hutong courtyard, this tiny, almost workshop-like shop serves handmade noodles with a rich soybean paste, minced pork, and fresh toppings. You mix everything yourself, just like locals do - simple, satisfying, and deeply Beijing.
Enjoy Traditional Shuan Yangrou (Beijing Hot Pot)
Next, we step into one of Beijing’s most iconic food traditions — shuan yangrou. Thin slices of lamb are cooked instantly in a classic copper pot with clear broth, then dipped into rich sesame sauce. It’s warm, interactive, and all about the quality of ingredients - exactly how locals have been eating it for generations.
Experience Everyday Beijing at a Local Restaurant
Finally, we head to a classic neighborhood spot for authentic Beijing stir-fry dishes. Think sizzling plates, bold flavors, dumplings, and share-style comfort food. It’s casual, lively, and gives you a real feel of what everyday dining in Beijing is like.
Stop 3- Confucius Temple & Imperial College 国子监
After a full meal at two dine-in restaurants, continue walking along Guozijian Street, passing the Confucius Temple and the historic Imperial College.
Their tranquil courtyards, ancient stone tablets, and shaded walkways offer a calm contrast to the lively hutong dinner streets nearby — a glimpse of old Beijing’s scholarly heritage.
Stop 4 - Hidden Hutong Brewpub
End the evening at a hidden hutong brewpub, where locally brewed craft beers are served in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Popular with locals, this cozy spot is perfect for unwinding with a drink while learning about Beijing’s growing craft beer scene and how historic hutong neighborhoods continue to evolve after dark.
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