China · DRINKING TOURS
The 15 best drinking tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Walk Beijing hutongs on a 3.5-hour food and beer tour with 4 local meals, craft beer pint, and small-group guides.
“Our guide Ernstina was enthusiastic, sweet and very knowledgeable. Not only did she bring us to some restaurants off the beaten track that were super delicious but she was also able to share stories and answer lots of questions we had. Read more”
3.5-hour Beijing hutong food walk with hotpot, Beijing noodles, Cixi’s favorite Muslim dish, and spring pancakes, plus beer and soda.
“We had an amazing tour our guide Janice was fantastic took us to places we never would of found on our own. She had a great knowledge of all the food and restaurants”
4-hour Shanghai pub crawl with 3 bars and a club. Free shots, digital photos, and a social group that makes it easy to start.
“Everything, thank you so much for the nice evening!”
Private Beijing hutong food and beer tour near Shichahai with hotel pickup, up to six tastings, unlimited beer and soda, and a local guide.
“This was a very informative and yummy tour, I was 1:1 with the very knowledgeable guide who was local and showed me the secret and not so secret places in Hutong.”
3-hour Shanghai bar hopping tour in the former French Concession with Jill. Visit at least 3 bars, try local craft beers, wine, cocktails.
“Jill is absolutely fabulous! She has excellent local knowledge and very friendly. She took me to 3 bars with reasonable price tags. We also went to a place selling G&T for just £1. Finally she paid for a bike and took me to one of best clubs in Shanghai where I had an amazing time! I would strongly recommend this activity and Jill!”
Central’s Lan Kwai Fong pub crawl with free shots at four bars, drink deals, skip-the-line entry, and pro photos, all for about 3 hours.
“Had a great time! The drinks were super cheap and met a lot of cool people from around the world. It was awesome for making new friends as everyone was really friendly. The drinks definitely helped too! Loved the atmosphere and discovering new bars, would definitely do it again!”
Shanghai dinner plus a nighttime Huangpu River cruise with optional rooftop bar stop, including pickup, a real sit-down meal, and views.
“Calvin was so knowledgeable about modern and history subjects. All of our questions were answered and we had a nice time. He took us to a traditional Shanghainese restaurant and it was easily some of the best food we’ve ever eaten”
Shanghai royal banquet show with Chinese dance, tea ceremony, costume photo session, and optional massage, in a small English group.
“I really enjoyed the whole experience. I paid to get hair, makeup and dressed up which was amazing. The show was very entertaining and the food tasted great.”
A 3-hour Xi’an bar crawl with an English guide, classic drinking games like Huá Quán, night market snacks, and chances to meet locals.
“The experience was really good, Wenqui is a really nice person who make everything possible to make the night unique. I truly recommend this tour!”
A 3-hour Shanghai craft beer tasting in the former French Concession with 6 beers, rice wine, dumplings, and history with guide Jim.
“This is the tour for you if you’re aware of the terms ABV and IBU Great Shanghai beer tour with Jim. More food and beer than I expected. Not just a good time but also history along the way and some cultural impromptu detours. I was a bit doubtful about true “craft beer” in Shanghai but now I’m a believer. This 3-hour tour was fun and Jim was fantastic. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who likes beer or something different to do in Shanghai. Be sure to ask for Jim, he is great.”
Guangzhou rooftop on the 70th floor, free-flow drinks and snacks, sunset and Canton Tower light show, all in 2 hours.
“Es buena la actividad, en rigor es un cóctel con quesos y algunas frutas, lo bueno es que puedes varios tragos y bebestibles de un listado pre-establecido, lo malo es que tardan mucho en llevar los pedidos.”
Private Shanghai night tour hopping Old French Concession bars, The Bund’s Vue Bar, and M1NT, with free drinks plus hotel pickup.
“I wanted to visit some of the most famous bars in Shanghai. I know that Viator usually have nice tours. This tour was very good! First we visited Tap House, a nice bar with friendly staff. We continued to The Apartment. I liked it very much in an Read more”
3.5-hour Beijing Hutong dinner and beer walking tour in a small group with English guide Lan, hot pot, street snacks, and a brewery stop.
“Lan is a fantastic guide with a lot of knowledge about China and their food. We had a very nice evening and also ate well.”
Taste Chinese craft beer on a private 3-hour Shanghai walk through Xintiandi, Nanshi, Sinan Mansions, and the French Concession, with 8 beer tastings.
“This tour is amazing! JIM, the guide, speaking very good english, kind, knows lots about beer. The tour started at 7.00pm. at the lobby of hotel. We went 5 places, all very nice. The tour includes some beers but you can order extra, just tell Jim. If you are a beer lover, this is the tour for you.”
Hutong barbecue and six craft beer tastings in Beijing’s alleyways, with hotel pickup and an English guide, 3 to 4 hours.
“James from Catherine Lu was an incredible guide for the food tour. He was knowledgeable, fun, and took us to a bunch of hidden gems around Beijing with great local food. 10/10 recommend!”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
