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Discover the Imperial Culinary Art at Beijing's Royal Cuisine Museum.Step into a world of Chinese imperial grandeur at Beijing's Royal Cuisine Museum, where dining meets cultural spectacle. Renowned for its exquisite royal dishes and captivating performances, this unique venue has hosted numerous heads of state, offering an unforgettable blend of history, art, and gastronomy.
LUNCH
11:30 PM - 11:58 PM
Guest arrival window
11:58 PM
Guests proceed to banquet hall
12:00 PM
Formal banquet commencement with:80-minute cultural performance
DINNER
6:00 PM - 6:18 PM
Guest arrival window
(Recommended to arrive by 6:18 PM for full experience)
6:18 PM
Ceremonial reenactment begins:
"Empress Dowager's Grand Departure from the Palace"
6:28 PM
Guests proceed to banquet hall
7:08 PM
Formal banquet commencement with:80-minute cultural performance
Note: Timing may occasionally adjust for special performances or operational needs.
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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Discover the Imperial Culinary Art at Beijing's Royal Cuisine Museum.Step into a world of Chinese imperial grandeur at Beijing's Royal Cuisine Museum, where dining meets cultural spectacle. When you get here the staff will show you around the Museum,then you can enjoy the banquet and the show.Renowned for its exquisite royal dishes and captivating performances, this unique venue has hosted numerous heads of state, offering an unforgettable blend of history, art, and gastronomy. Indulge in a luxurious midday or evening banquet, featuring meticulously crafted dishes inspired by ancient imperial recipes. Enjoy premium VIP or distinguished guest seating, paired with a mesmerizing show that brings China's rich cultural heritage to life. From the opulent decor to the authentic flavors, every detail reflects the elegance of China's royal past. The Museum is more than a meal—it's a celebration of China's timeless traditions. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to dine like an emperor!
Seating for Row 3
Seating for Row 4-5
Seating Row 4-5
18:00Ceremony,18:50Dinner&Show: 18:00 there is a ceremonial reenactment of the Empress Dowager’s Grand Departure from the Palace.Dining from 18:50.
First Line to the Stage
Entry Time:11:30-12:00
Entry Time:11:30-12:00
Seating Row 3
Qing Dynasty Royal Show
Lunch or Dinner
Personal Expenses
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
equilan7,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We attended this experience and it turned out to be a magnificent surprise and a true highlight of our trip! It wasn't just a museum visit, but an incredible, lively show. The performance takes you on a fascinating journey through the centuries of imperial cuisine and culture. The historical costumes were absolutely breathtaking, colorful, and beautifully detailed. We were seated in row four, which was absolutely perfect—it gave us a wonderful, clear overview of the entire stage and all the action. The combination of the beautiful visuals, the history of the food, and the overall atmosphere made this an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!



annasort,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
A superb moment! At 5:50 PM, there is a small parade outside the hotel, but it is just an attraction (it feels a bit like Disney). On the other hand, there is a magnificent show in the grand banquet hall featuring about ten tableaux depicting the history and culture of China. The setting, the dances, and the costumes are magnificent, and the dishes (8 in total) are absolutely refined and delicious. It is worth being in the front row even if the price is high because you enjoy the show even more (it is ideal to be opposite the entrance with the first seat numbers) and because you are served by the dancers who parade with a ceremonial aspect that is part of the choreography. At the end, there are drawings to win tickets for the show! Duration is 1 hour and 20 minutes, but arrive early because there is a museum to visit, and you can choose to be dressed as a Chinese prince/princess.
Bertrand B,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
This experience of history, pageantry and divine cuisine was amazing. I highly recommend recommended and I will be sure to go again when I return to Beijing.




Vincent P,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
This was the most enjoyable culinary experience imaginable. We were seated in the front row where each course was served in a choreographed manner that made us feel like royalty. The food was intertwined with the cultural presentation and represented dishes from different regional cuisines. There were many dances and costumes that expertly highlighted the cultural diversity of China. The museum itself was a bit underwhelming but didn't diminish from the overall experience. I highly recommend you add this activity to your Beijing itinerary.
Andrea L,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
Great museum, food and show! We didn't get there early enough to dress in the traditional dress but it looked like fun. Fabulous show and so much food!
Sightsee443123,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a great time. This is one of the best show with music, dancing. It's continued for two hour, one dancing after another. And dinner was so good with so many different cuisine from different regions throughout the history ie. Han cuisine, Tang cuisine and Qing cuisine.
Olga K,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great way to celebrate a birthday! We were amazed at how warmly and enthusiastically the staff congratulated our family member at the end of the show! The show itself was extremely entertaining and colorful!
Robert S,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
My husband and I heard about this experience from a friend of ours whose parents live in the states but who are originally from China. They went to the dinner on a recent visit to Beijing and couldn't say enough good things about it. We watched videos on YouTube before booking and decided it would fit well into our itinerary. Over all it was a fun, visually beautiful experience. The meal was unique with some very tasty dishes. One consideration is the proximity from where we were staying in Beijing close to Qianmen St. We took a Didi with what we thought was more than enough time to arrive before Rhea, but unfortunately there was traffic control occurring and we were stuck in traffic not moving for about 20 minutes. Luckily we made it just as the dinner was starting, but in somewhat of a panic. Overall, we absolutely would recommend to anyone interested. We also recommend spending a bit more for row 2-3. It was great to be up front near the action!


Uraiwan V,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Helpful staffs and great shows






chuk0l,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great for first timers to get a quick overview into Chinese culture and cuisine - 御仙都 For the adventurous, you can get dressed up in the costumes from Qing dynasty - as Emperor and Empress. Step into the tourist centre to understand the development of culinary styles through the dynasties. Great food and be entertained by the show/dances. Food portions are generous. Especially love the soup and dough stick that comes with it.



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