Yuxiandu Royal Banquet & Dining Show | Beijing
- Dine at Yuxiandu Royal Cuisine Museum in Beijing, a miniature Qing-style palace filled with imperial decor.
- Enjoy the Zhonghua Supreme Banquet show, with court-costumed performers, dance and music during your meal.
- Taste dishes inspired by the Manchu-Han Imperial Feast, including datewood-roasted Peking duck and Buddha Jumps Over the Wall.
- The show plays on a 450 m², 360-degree LED screen with 600+ lights and 150+ cast and crew.
- Add a costume experience with thousands of outfits in 300 styles, with styling available before the banquet.
- Since opening, the venue has hosted over 10 million guests, including leaders and diplomats from 30+ countries.
Package Options
Attraction Tickets
| Ticket type | E-ticket (direct entry) |
| Exhibit type | Immersive exhibits, Historical exhibits, Traditional culture exhibits |
| Attraction type | History & culture, Traditional house experience |
| Tour types | Guided tour |
| Additional service & facility | Makeup & hairstyle |
Product Info
Immersive palace setting: With carved and painted beams, golden palace-style décor, and dining areas set among little bridges, flowing water and pavilions, the museum makes guests feel as if they are in an imperial garden.
Historical costume experience: Choose from thousands of ornate costumes from different dynasties. Professional stylists do your hair and makeup so you can transform into an elegant lady or young gentleman of old, and take photos in a clean, safe dressing area.
Imperial cuisine: Taste royal dishes rooted in the Manchu-Han Imperial Feast and prepared by successors of the imperial culinary tradition. Every dish comes with its own history and story.
Royal dining show: During the meal, the large-scale royal dining show "Zhonghua Supreme Banquet" is performed, with cast members in lavish costumes delivering a feast for the eyes and ears.
Royal Cuisine Culture Museum: A dedicated exhibition area traces 5,000 years of royal cuisine through documents, scenes and real objects, revealing the depth of imperial food culture.
Live central kitchen: Look through the glass walls into the modern, eco-friendly central kitchen and watch dishes being prepared in real time.
Sample menu (Zhonghua Supreme Banquet, Hall 1):
- Four Imperial Snacks + 2 side dishes
- Four Treasures Immortal Soup (Buddha Jumps Over the Wall)
- Immortal Tofu (Taizhou tofu, shrimp, broth, Jinhua ham)
- Peking Roast Duck (roasted over jujube wood)
- Cabbage in Clear Broth (chicken broth)
- A-Meng Lamb Ribs (roasted, mildly spicy)
- Chinese Noodles (mushroom broth noodles)
- Lantern Youtiao
- Yogurt
Menu and Program List
Purchase Notice
Adults and children pay the same price.
Includes/Excludes
- Beijing Yuxiandu Royal Cuisine Museum Ticket
- Beijing Yuxiandu Royal Cuisine Museum Performance
- Tips
- Other personal expenses
Reminders
If some dishes are unavailable due to the season or other circumstances beyond control, the restaurant will substitute dishes of equal value. Please check details with the restaurant.
If you have allergies or dietary restrictions regarding the sample dishes, please note them when booking. The operator will try to arrange substitute dishes; final arrangements are subject to agreement with the restaurant.
For the large-scale show "A Flavor Lasting for Thousands of Years", lunch check-in starts at 11:00 am and the show begins at 11:50 am; dinner check-in starts at 5:30 pm and the show begins at 6:20 pm. Please plan ahead and arrive on time.
As the "Zhonghua Supreme Banquet" show includes interactive segments with many people and loud sound, bringing babies and young children is not recommended.
Children 1.2 m and taller pay the adult price; children under 1.2 m pay half price and are served a full meal with their own seat. If you have any questions, please ask us in advance. No extra seats can be added for the Zhonghua Supreme Banquet.
The venue offers an immersive historical costume experience, with 300 styles and thousands of outfits to choose from. You can arrive 1–2 hours early to enjoy it.
If you need makeup and styling, please arrive between 10:00 am and 11:30 am for lunch, or between 4:30 pm and 6:30 pm for dinner (served in order of arrival).
Makeup must be booked in advance, and you must arrive on time for your appointment. If you arrive late, we may not be able to complete your styling as planned.
Themed makeup in different styles is offered on-site. After arriving, choose your makeup theme and costume; a stylist will help you into your court costume, and then your makeup begins. Each costume is washed and disinfected after every guest. Fittings are not available at this time.
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present your QR code on-site
Voucher Redemption Period
- The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
Validity Period
- The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
- Present your own ID (such as a passport).
Experience Location
Location Name: Beijing Yuxiandu Royal Cuisine Museum
Address: No. 117 West Fourth Ring Road North, Haidian District, Beijing, ChinaMonday 10:00–21:00 (Last Entry Time: 11:00)
Tuesday 10:00–21:00 (Last Entry Time: 11:00)
Wednesday 10:00–21:00 (Last Entry Time: 11:00)
Thursday 10:00–21:00 (Last Entry Time: 11:00)
Friday 10:00–21:00 (Last Entry Time: 11:00)
Saturday 10:00–21:00 (Last Entry Time: 11:00)
Sunday 10:00–21:00 (Last Entry Time: 11:00)
Open year-round: lunch 10:00 am – 2:00 pm; dinner 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Lunch: ticket check 11:28 am; show 12:00 pm; ends 1:30 pm
Dinner: ticket check 6:28 pm; show 7:00 pm; ends 8:30 pm
Cancellation Policy
- Once the order has been completed, it cannot be canceled, modified, or refunded
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
FAQ
1. What types of imperial cuisine are served at the Yuxiandu Imperial Palace Dinner?
The Yuxiandu Imperial Palace Dinner features a menu inspired by the grand Manchu-Han Banquet, adapting traditional imperial court cuisine for a modern palate. Signature dishes include the Forbidden City Date Wood Roasted Duck, known for its sweet, crispy skin and tender meat. Another notable dish is the fragrant Fushou Shuangquan, a nutritious offering made with a variety of ingredients like sea cucumber and beef tendon.
2. Can you describe some signature dishes available at the Yuxiandu Imperial Cuisine Experience?
During the Yuxiandu Imperial Cuisine Experience, guests can savor signature dishes like the Forbidden City Date Wood Roasted Duck, praised for its distinctive sweet and crispy skin coupled with tender meat. Another highlight is the Fushou Shuangquan (Shuangquan Pork Noodles), a rich and fragrant dish prepared with diverse ingredients, including prized sea cucumber and tender beef tendon, offering a nutritious culinary journey.
3. What elements contribute to the luxurious atmosphere of the Yuxiandu Imperial Palace Dinner?
The Yuxiandu Imperial Palace Dinner creates a luxurious atmosphere by recreating a miniature Qing Dynasty palace scene, complete with pavilions, carved beams, and painted rafters. This setting immerses guests in royal nobility and grandeur. The "A Chinese Feast" culinary experience itself is a grand, immersive journey, featuring a dedicated team reminiscent of "one hundred imperial chefs and three hundred ladies" to ensure a truly indulgent and royal experience.
4. Besides dining, what cultural and historical experiences does Yuxiandu offer visitors?
Beyond dining, Yuxiandu offers rich cultural and historical experiences. Visitors can explore the Imperial Cuisine Museum, which showcases the 5,000-year evolution of Chinese imperial cuisine and houses over 1,000 historical materials. There's also a museum area displaying replicas of Qing Dynasty court artifacts, clothing, and utensils. Additionally, guests enjoy ancient folk dance performances and unique "dish singing and savoring" shows during their meal.
5. What are the defining characteristics of the ancient folk dance performance at Yuxiandu?
The ancient folk dance performance at Yuxiandu is characterized by its splendor and artistry. Performers wear gorgeous palace costumes, executing graceful, powerful, yet soft movements with light steps and agile postures. Accompanied by melodious music and singing, the show is enhanced by a 450-square-meter 360-degree high-definition LED screen, over 600 lights, and 50 5.1 surround sound systems, featuring a cast of over 150 people.
6. What is the reputation and recognition of the Yuxiandu Imperial Cuisine Museum and its performances?
The Yuxiandu Imperial Cuisine Museum and its associated performances hold a significant reputation. In its 11 years of operation, it has welcomed over 10 million guests from both China and abroad, including heads of state and diplomatic missions from more than 30 countries. This consistent patronage from diverse and high-profile visitors underscores its widespread recognition and cultural importance.
7. What historical context or events are depicted in the Yuxiandu Ancient Folk Dance performances?
The Yuxiandu Ancient Folk Dance performances, as part of "A Chinese Feast," specifically transport guests back to the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty. They depict grand celebrations, notably commemorating the 80th birthday of Empress Dowager Chongqing. This immersive experience allows visitors to witness historical imperial festivities and the opulent court life of that era.
8. What is the historical background of the imperial cuisine served at Yuxiandu?
The imperial cuisine at Yuxiandu is rooted in a rich historical background, showcasing the 5,000-year evolution of Chinese imperial culinary traditions. The onsite Imperial Cuisine Museum serves as a repository, preserving over 1,000 valuable historical materials, including ancient tableware and documents. The entire venue is designed as a miniature Qing Dynasty palace museum, immersing guests in the historical context of the dishes through its decor and artifact displays.
