Ming Dynasty-Themed Yongle Banquet with Live Show

Northern China, Beijing



Step into the world of the Ming Dynasty with a themed dinner and show in Beijing. Enjoy a story-driven dining experience with interactive performances and traditional dishes.

Highlights

  • Step into the world of the Ming Dynasty with a themed banquet and show
  • Savor over ten refined, re-imagined imperial-style dishes
  • Enjoy a story-driven dining experience with interactive performances
  • Three time periods are available for selection: 12:00, 17:00, 19:18

Description

Nestled in the core scenic area of Shichahai‑Drum Tower, Beijing, Yongle Imperial‑Banquet is an immersive dining‑and‑performance experience themed on the court culture of the prosperous Yongle reign in the Ming Dynasty. It integrates Hanfu costume change, live‑action drama shows, imperial‑style gourmet tasting and ancient‑style photo‑shooting, delivering a time‑travel‑like Chinese‑style experience defined by 'One feast, one drama. Step in the hall, step into the palace'. Dishes are served in a story‑driven sequence. NPC performers act as royal attendants and present courses following ancient Ming‑Dynasty court serving rituals. Traditional dances, folk music and opera episodes are arranged to match each course. Live shows are staged close to diners with interactive sessions, blurring the boundary between performers and audience. Guests become participants in this grand royal feast, rather than mere diners. The menu features over ten refined, re‑imagined imperial‑style dishes, including Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, Peking Duck, premium pork meatballs and braised pork. Local Beijing flavors and mainstream tastes are well‑balanced. You can freely go sightseeing and take photos after dinner. Positioned as an atmospheric cultural‑tourism experience, it is ideal for tourist visits, friend gatherings, Chinese‑style team‑building and date nights. It stands out as a distinctive Chinese‑style experience in the Shichahai district.

Includes

Entrance ticket. folk music. opera episodes. traditional dances. live-action drama shows. imperial-style gourmet tasting.

Excludes

gratuities. personal expenses. transportation to the venue. Hanfu costume & makeup styling (optional).

Important Information

  • 1. Three time slots for the banquets to choose from: 12:00, 17:00, 19:18. 2. Address: Yongle Gong Yan, No. 158, Di'anmenwai Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing. 3. Dishes are served in a story-driven sequence. 4. Guests can freely go sightseeing and take photos after dinner. 5. The experience is themed on the court culture of the Yongle reign in the Ming Dynasty. 6. You can decide whether to have Hair & makeup styling according to your needs. -Makeup styling 1: Hanfu garment only. -Makeup styling 2: Hanfu garmentbasic makeup, simple headdressand props. -Makeup styling 3: Princess, Emperor or Empress costumes. Elaborate hair & makeup styling, props and earrings. -Makeup styling 4: Ming noble lady, Flower Goddess, early Tang outfit or Warring States robe. Elaborate hair & makeup styling, propsand earrings. 7. If multiple people make the reservation, we can't guarantee the seated together, but we will arrange for you to sit together as much as possible. If not, please understanding.

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