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The 15 Best Food Tours in China

29 tours  ·  from $20 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 food tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to check before you commit.

Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai - Starting with soup dumplings in Xintiandi
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Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai

1.Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,382 reviews · from $79Our pick

Walk from Huangpi Nan Road through Xintiandi, the Former French Concession, and People's Square while tasting soup dumplings, scallion oil noodles, roast duck, red-braised pork, tea, and sweets. Small groups of up to 15 join guides such as Jade, Kurt, TJ, Jim, or Helen. Morning, lunch, evening, and late-night times are available.

“The food on this tour was excellent throughout, with some truly great dishes, making it a very enjoyable experience. Kurt was social and clearly enthusiastic. However, he may have missed the opportunity to properly introduce the group at the start, which made things a little awkward, though it never took away from the overall experience.”

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Shanghai: 3-Hour Local Food Tasting Tour - Walking from the French Concession toward Yunnan Road
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Shanghai: 3-Hour Local Food Tasting Tour

2.Shanghai: 3-Hour Local Food Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 806 reviews · 3 hours · from $79

Meet your English or Chinese-speaking guide near Xintiandi and spend three hours eating through central Shanghai. You will visit three restaurants and a dessert shop, try soup dumplings, scallion noodles, red-braised pork, tea, fruit, and sweets, and walk between French Concession and shikumen-style streets. Guides may include Jade, TJ, Curt, Jim, Yu, Helen, or Ken.

“Our guide TJ was definitely the highlight of the tour. Her English was excellent and the local knowledge as well as the history and fun facts were really interesting. She had answers for all of our questions although some were a little tricky. its such an important part of being a tourist to understand why cusines are all different and how the all come together. I cant wait to go home now and use my knowledge gained to better understand our many Asian restaurants at home in Brisbane. Great food and great company. Thank you TJ.”

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Xi'an Evening Food Tour by TukTuk - The Muslim Quarter and Xi’an’s family food traditions
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Xi’an Evening Food Tour by TukTuk

3.Xi’an Evening Food Tour by TukTuk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 715 reviews · from $73

Start at 6 pm near Xi’an’s city wall and ride a tuk-tuk through narrow lanes to 4 or 5 family-run food stops. You’ll sample local specialties, hear how dishes are made, and finish at a brewery with a pint of Xi’an craft beer. Guides such as Buren, Amber, Michelle, and Diehl are known for warm, personal help.

“This trip is awesome! It allows you to sample and try multiple different local specialties and delicacies in a relaxed manner. I can certainly recommend it to everyone!”

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Eat Like A Local: Shanghai Night Food Tour - How adventurous is the menu?
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Eat Like A Local: Shanghai Night Food Tour

4.Eat Like A Local: Shanghai Night Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 616 reviews · from $90

Join UnTour Food Tours at 6 pm for three hours of family-run restaurants, regional Chinese dishes, local drinks, and neighborhood history. Guides such as Li, Topher, Jasmine, and Paul lead small groups of up to 12, finishing near Jiangsu Road metro station after xiaolongbao and practical Shanghai dining tips.

“Six stops for a wonderful variety of regional food and drink. A fun evening with Lee to guide us through our food journey.”

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Beijing: Hidden Gems Guided Food Tour with Beer and Tastings - Copper-pot hotpot beneath the bell tower
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Beijing: Hidden Gems Guided Food Tour with Beer and Tastings

5.Beijing: Hidden Gems Guided Food Tour with Beer and Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 306 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $75

Meet your English-speaking guide at Shichahai and walk 2.5 kilometers through old hutongs, stopping at four local eateries. Expect copper-pot mutton hotpot, Beijing noodles, spring pancakes, a rare Muslim dish linked to Empress Cixi, craft beer, and plenty of food. Guides include Janice, Tony, Winnie, Yoyo, and Haitao.

“Uyi was a great tour guide. The experience was good, and very interesting and informative. Would highly recommend it”

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Beijing Private Hutong Food Walking Tour - Starting in Dongsi Hutong
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Beijing Private Hutong Food Walking Tour

6.Beijing Private Hutong Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 299 reviews · from $82

Spend four hours exploring Dongsi Hutong and LongFuSi Jie with a private guide such as Allen, Lucy, Jay, or Miko. You will sample more than 20 Chinese dishes at markets, bakeries, shops, and local restaurants, while learning about Beijing food customs, old courtyard homes, and daily life. Vegetarian options and private transfers are available by request.

“A combination of two of my favorite activities when traveling to a new place: walking around the city to understand its history and eating the best food. And that's what Cassie was able to do for my mom and I during our delicious afternoon exploring the Dongsi Hutong area of Beijing. Cassie was wonderful. She took us to a variety of different restaurants, and was really great about accommodating allergies and dietary restrictions. Pace yourself throughout the afternoon, there is a lot of food to try. So many different types of noodles, delicious beef dumplings, tasty street food, and jian bing galore. When Cassie says you don't have to finish…”

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Xi’an: Great Tang Dynasty Night Show & Dumpling Meal Option - The five scenes and the story of Wu Zetian
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Xi’an: Great Tang Dynasty Night Show & Dumpling Meal Option

7.Xi’an: Great Tang Dynasty Night Show & Dumpling Meal Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 177 reviews · 1.5 - 3 hours · from $34

See a one-hour Tang Dynasty music and dance show in Xi’an, with five scenes about Empress Wu Zetian, live music, colorful costumes, and English and Chinese screen text. Add a dumpling dinner and hotel pickup if useful. The show usually begins at 7:30 PM, and you should arrive 30 minutes early.

“The show was great. The food was a lot even that we arrived late they still bring all of them”

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Shanghai: Half-Day Biking and Local Food Tour - Starting near the Garden Hotel
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Shanghai: Half-Day Biking and Local Food Tour

8.Shanghai: Half-Day Biking and Local Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 170 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Ride about 11 miles through central Shanghai with an English-speaking guide such as Ellen, Alisa, Alyssa, or Li. The route links the French Concession, Xintiandi, Taikang Road, Old Town, and the Bund, with stops for local food, snacks, photos, and short walks. Bikes, helmets, water, entrance fees, and free photos are included.

“Fantastic way to explore Shanghai and to also get decent fitness. Very easy and anyone can complete. The food aspect intertwined into it was wonderful too. Alyssa our guide was super. Very friendly and knowledgable and a true asset to the tour company. Would highly recommend !”

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Beijing: Hutong Culinary Walking Tour with 15+ Tastings - Sesame cakes, fried twists, and the first snacks
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Beijing: Hutong Culinary Walking Tour with 15+ Tastings

9.Beijing: Hutong Culinary Walking Tour with 15+ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 162 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $76

Meet your English-speaking guide at Dongsi Subway Station Exit B for three to four hours of hutong walks and 15+ tastings. Guides such as Jimmy, Anson, Lucy, Mike, Miko, Andy, Allen, and Jay adjust the food stops to suit you, from familiar dumplings and pancakes to intestines or donkey burger. Private hotel pickup is available.

“our guide Jimmy was fantastic. he brought us to an area of Beijing we never would have found on our own and tried authentic food that was definitely outside our comfort zone but was delicious. would highly recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting Beijing”

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Beijing: Hutong Breakfast Food Tour - Meeting your guide at National Art Museum Station
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Beijing Hutong Breakfast Food Tour

10.Beijing Hutong Breakfast Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews · from $45

Start at 9 a.m. for a three-hour breakfast walk through Beijing’s hutongs. You’ll visit a local market, four or five food stops, and try more than 10 dishes and drinks, including zongzi, tofu pudding, sesame flatbread, yogurt, pancakes, and douzhi. Guides such as Lynn, Lin, and Winnie add local food and history knowledge.

“My children were tired and didn’t want to get up and go.They were both happy that I was persistent and made them go.The food was amazing❣️To see what the natives eat was interesting.Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendlyRead more”

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Private Shanghai Evening Street Food Walking and Cruise Tour - What you learn while eating
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Private Shanghai Evening Street Food Walking and Cruise Tour

11.Private Shanghai Evening Street Food Walking and Cruise Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 123 reviews · from $133

Meet a private English-speaking guide, often including Annie, Roy, Shirley, Linda, or Mason, for a three to four-hour evening of Shanghai snacks, old-town lanes, and a one-hour Huangpu River cruise. Food tastings and drinks cover dinner, while the private format lets your guide adjust choices to your tastes and dietary needs.

“Sunny was very responsive in addressing my queries and helping to coordinate changes to the itinerary due to a sudden thunderstorm. Roy our guide also made adjustments to the plan due to the heavy rain. Both made the evening tour possible despite the bad weather. The tour was very informative and a good introduction to Shanghai.”

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Beijing: Hutong Breakfast Food Tour - Meeting your guide at National Art Museum Station
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Beijing Hutong Breakfast Food Tour

12.Beijing Hutong Breakfast Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · from $55

Start near the Lama Temple at 8:00 am for a three-hour walk through Beijing’s hutongs. With a group of no more than eight, you’ll sample baozi, jianbing, silken tofu, fried dough, sweet soy milk, and almond pudding, while guides such as Garth explain local food customs and help you navigate everyday Beijing.

“The breakfast tour was fantastic. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, insightful, and friendly. We started near the Lama Temple and explored the surrounding area on foot. We got to try a wide variety of dishes, including some lesser-knRead more”

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Shanghai: Evening Walking Food Tour - Starting at Jiashan Road Subway Station
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Shanghai: Evening Walking Food Tour

13.Shanghai: Evening Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 115 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $69

Spend 3.5 hours eating through Shanghai’s French Concession with an English-speaking guide such as Emma, Max, or Cathy. You’ll visit four local food stops for soup dumplings, noodles, pork belly, dessert, beer, and more. Expect generous portions, steady walking, and practical stories about Shanghai life. Vegetarian substitutions are limited, so share dietary needs before booking.

“Joy was a great guide, very kind and funny. She taught us a lot about the cuisine and answered all our other questions about Shanghai, too. The food was plentiful and delicious.”

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Top-Rated Hong Kong Tour: Peak Tram, Dim Sum & Cultural Sights - Riding the Mid-levels Escalator
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Top-Rated Hong Kong Tour: Peak Tram, Dim Sum & Cultural Sights

14.Top-Rated Hong Kong Tour: Peak Tram, Dim Sum & Cultural Sights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 99 reviews · from $76

This roughly six-hour Hong Kong tour combines the Peak Tram, Victoria Peak, Tai Kwun, Hollywood Road, Man Mo Temple, a 10-dish Tim Ho Wan meal and, on afternoon departures from April 1, a 45-minute sunset harbour cruise. Guides such as Simon, Ricky, Rex and Pearline lead the group, with pickup and drop-off at the Holiday Inn Golden Mile.

“The tram was a fine experience and beating the line was great. There is a pretty large amount of walking so take into account. The harbor cruise was a quick circle but gave nice nighttime viees.”

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Organic Chinese Dumpling Class with Market Walk - Making About 10 Dumplings Yourself
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Organic Chinese Dumpling Class with Market Walk

15.Organic Chinese Dumpling Class with Market Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · from $100

Meet host Feliz at Jordan MTR Station for a guided local-market walk, then prepare dumpling filling, handmade wrappers, and 10 dumplings in a café kitchen. Organic pork is used, with vegetarian and vegan choices available by request. The small-group class begins at 6 pm and ends back at the meeting point.

“It was a great experience to learn how to make dumplings from scratch. The wet market walk was interesting. Feliz did not text me the right recipe for the dumplings.”

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New in China Food Tours

★ 5.04-Hour Private Tour: Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, Guozijian Museum with Dim SumFrom $9721 reviews
★ 5.0Authentic Local Food Tour in Center BeijingFrom $7026 reviews
★ 5.0Half-Day Private Beijing Hutong Walking Tour with Dim SumFrom $14848 reviews
★ 5.03-Hour Private Night Tour: Beijing Foodie ExperienceFrom $7953 reviews
★ 4.9Shanghai-Cooking Dumpling & Meal in Local Family-w/VeganFrom $8236 reviews
★ 4.9Late night food tour in Shanghai’s French ConcessionFrom $8831 reviews
★ 4.9Beijing Hutong Food Crawl Delights: Peking duck, Hotpot&MoreFrom $8032 reviews
★ 5.0Beijing: Hutong Breakfast Food TourFrom $4522 reviews

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