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1-Day Foodie Itinerary for China in July 2023

  1. 9:00AM: Nanluoguxiang
    20 minutes (4.5 km) from Tiananmen Square

    Nanluoguxiang is a famous foodie street filled with local delights. Try the jianbing (savory Chinese crepe), roujiamo (Chinese hamburger), and baozi (steamed buns) while exploring the hutongs (narrow alleyways) of ancient Beijing.

  2. 11:00AM: Wangfujing Snack Street
    15 minutes (3.5 km) from Nanluoguxiang

    Wangfujing Snack Street is a must-visit for any foodie in Beijing. This bustling street is a food lover's paradise with plenty of vendors selling exotic snacks such as scorpion skewers, starfish, and even seahorses!

  3. 1:00PM: Siji Minfu Roast Duck Restaurant
    10 minutes (2.2 km) from Wangfujing Snack Street

    No visit to Beijing is complete without trying Peking duck, and Siji Minfu is one of the best places to try it. The duck is roasted to perfection and served with all the traditional accompaniments such as thin pancakes, scallions, and hoisin sauce.

  4. 3:00PM: Temple of Heaven
    20 minutes (5.2 km) from Siji Minfu Roast Duck Restaurant

    The Temple of Heaven is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Beijing's most iconic landmarks. This beautiful temple complex is surrounded by gardens and is a great place to relax and take a break from all the food.

  5. 5:00PM: Ghost Street
    20 minutes (6.2 km) from Temple of Heaven

    After a day of exploring Beijing's food scene, head to Ghost Street for dinner. This street is famous for its late-night food stalls serving up all kinds of delicious dishes such as hotpot, grilled seafood, and barbecued meat.

Recommendations

If you're looking for more foodie experiences, check out the local night markets such as Donghuamen Night Market and Shichahai Night Market. For side trips, consider visiting the Great Wall of China or the Forbidden City. To maximize your fun, try to sample as many local dishes as possible and don't be afraid to ask for recommendations from locals.

For hotel and flight bookings, check out https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Nanluoguxiang (2 hours, ££)
  • Wangfujing Snack Street (2 hours, ££)
  • Siji Minfu Roast Duck Restaurant (2 hours, £££)
  • Temple of Heaven (2 hours, £)
  • Ghost Street (2 hours, ££)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ££££
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