Xian Food Tour in Muslim Quarter
Description
This 2.5-hours small group tour collects those foodies together to explore the most authentic and famous Xian local food at the best-known Muslim Quarter with an expert guide. Stroll at the busy street selling all kinds of water-mouthing snacks and crafts, listening the stories of the street and foods from tour guide, stop to feast your stomach at stalls...Plus a surprise when you turn and walk to the peaceful and beautiful Great Mosque which just is hidden in the bustling market.
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Itinerary
Step into the heart of Xi’an’s Muslim Quarter, where the air sizzles with flavor and every corner tells a story. This is a place where food isn’t just eaten—it’s celebrated. Follow the smoky scent of sizzling lamb skewers, grilled fresh over open flames and dusted with cumin and chili. Watch as flaky, golden “Yangrou Paomo” bread is torn by hand, then drowned in rich, aromatic lamb broth. Don’t miss 'Roujiamo', China's most ancient burger, stuffed with tender, and the "Biang Biang Noddles" with spiced meator the dramatic pull of hand-stretched noodles, tossed right before your eyes. Here, every bite is bold, authentic, and alive with tradition. Come hungry, leave happy—and maybe a little messy. We usually choose 3-4 food from: Liang Pi (cold noodle), Yang Rou Pao Mo (cruded pancake in mutton soup), Hui Fang Kao Rou skewers (barbecue), Suan Tang Shui Jiao (hot and sour dumpling soup), Biang Biang Noodles, sticky Zeng Gao, Plum Syrup (Suan Mei Fen drink)...
You can also choose to explore the largest and best preserved of the early mosques of China just behind the bustling market. It is peaceful and beautiful functioned as the holy land for the local Muslims for usual praying although taking the busy street as neighbour. The Great Mosque, which built primarily in the Ming Dynasty when Chinese architectural elements were synthesized into mosque architecture.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick you up from your downtown hotel (within 2nd ring) and drop off you at your hotel when tour ends if the transfer option selected. If your hotel exceeds this range, then additional transfer fares will be incurred.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You will receive a confirm email from local operator about the tour details within 48 hours after booking.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- You will be contacted at least one day ahead of the travel day via email to advise the pickup info. The tour guide will also call you or leave you a message through your hotel room the night before tour about pickup time.
- You are suggested to wear comfortable shoes on tour day.
Reviews(4)
It's a good tour. You'll see the Great Mosque with its very special architecture, and enjoy exotic food. It's a great experience!
Our tour guide Annie met us in our hotel, greeting us with 3 kinds of milk tea to enjoy. We were staying in UrCove which was very close to the Muslim quarter. We decided to visit the Muslim Mosque first, so enjoyed our tea as we walked through the bustling Muslim food quarter. Annie was an excellent tour guide with extensive knowledge about the Muslim Mosque. We then walked back to enjoy food with Annie’s recommendations. There was one pescatarian and two meat eaters in our group. Annie was very helpful in making suggestions and ordering all our food for us. Our bellies were so happy & full! We used the last bit of our credit to purchase spices, also with help from Annie to translate. It was a great way to start our trip to Xi’an. A++++ highly recommend! Ask for Annie!
Dear Jane, Thank you for sharing your experience and for the A++++ rating! We're so happy to hear that Annie took such great care of you, from the milk tea greeting to helping you order food and even translate for spice purchases. It’s great that both the pescatarian and meat eaters in your group left with full and happy bellies! We hope you enjoyed the spices back home. We will make sure to let Annie know she helped make your trip to Xi'an special. Thanks again for choosing us! Best Regards, Lenna
Noble has a lot of information about the historical as well as cultural background of Xi‘an for you. He knows the best spots where you can get traditional, local meals. We enjoyed our tour.
Dear, we appreciate you sharing your wonderful journey with us. We are so glad to hear you have enjoyed our service. Our team are always at your service and sincerely hope to serve you again soon! Best regards！
Ken was amazing and fun. We walked through the Muslim quarter and through backstreets I wouldn’t have found on my own. We saw hand stretched noodles made and tried several different disused like soup dumplings, very tasty kebabs and loads of deserts! Could not recommend more for foodies!
