Tourism Guide
A 5-day gastronomic adventure through Changchun exploring Northeast China's rich culinary heritage from traditional Manchu cuisine to modern fusion dishes
Duration of 5 Days
Best Time to Visit
September to November for autumn harvest specialties
Cuisine Focus
Northeast Chinese, Manchu, Korean influences
Must Try Dishes
Guo Bao Rou, Leng Mian, Di San Xian, Stewed Pork with Vermicelli
Food Markets
Hongqi Street Food Market, Chongqing Road Night Market
Cooking Classes
Available at local culinary schools and cultural centers
Highlights
Discover the authentic flavors of Northeast China in Changchun, where Manchu traditions meet modern culinary innovation. This 5-day food tour takes you through the city's best dining experiences, from street food markets to fine dining restaurants, showcasing the region's unique ingredients and cooking techniques that have been perfected over centuries.
Itinerary
1Day 1 Arrival and Traditional Manchu Welcome
Distance：3 km
TaxiConvenient taxi ride through downtown Changchun
Duration: 10 minutes
Take subway from nearest station, 5-minute walk to restaurant
Duration: 15 minutes
Traditional Manchu Welcome Dinner
18:00-20:00
Cultural Street, Changchun CityWelcome dinner featuring authentic Manchu cuisine including Eight Bowl Feast and traditional fermented dishes
Distance：2.5 km
Pleasant walk through commercial streets
Duration: 25 minutes
Direct bus connection with frequent service
Duration: 12 minutes
Night Market Exploration
20:30-22:00Hongqi Street, Chaoyang District, Changchun, Jilin ProvinceEvening stroll through Hongqi Street Food Market to sample local snacks and street food
2Day 2 Northeast Chinese Classics and Street Food
Distance：1.5 km
Morning stroll through local neighborhoods
Duration: 18 minutes
TaxiQuick taxi ride to the market
Duration: 5 minutes
Morning Market Tour
09:30-11:30No 1 Renmin Street Nanguan District Changchun Jilin ProvinceVisit to Changchun's largest food market to learn about local ingredients and sample fresh produce
Distance：800 meters
Short walk within the market area
Duration: 10 minutes
Traditional local transportation experience
Duration: 8 minutes
Northeast Chinese Classics Lunch
12:00-13:30Traditional Northeast Restaurant Changchun Jilin ProvinceLunch featuring famous Guo Bao Rou sweet and sour pork and other Northeast Chinese classics
Distance：4 km
TaxiCross-city taxi ride
Duration: 15 minutes
Transfer required, includes walking time
Duration: 20 minutes
Cooking Class Traditional Dishes
14:30-17:00Culinary Education District, Changchun, Jilin ProvinceHands-on cooking class learning to make traditional Northeast Chinese dishes with local chefs
Distance：3.2 km
Direct bus connection
Duration: 18 minutes
TaxiEvening taxi to dinner location
Duration: 12 minutes
Stew and Braise Specialties Dinner
18:30-20:00Central Changchun, Jilin ProvinceDinner at a popular local restaurant specializing in stews and braised dishes typical of Northeast cuisine
3Day 3 Korean Influences and Cold Noodle Specialties
Distance：2 km
Walk through Korean cultural district
Duration: 22 minutes
TaxiQuick ride to Korean Town
Duration: 8 minutes
Korean Town Exploration
09:30-12:00Korean Town, Chaoyang District, Changchun, Jilin ProvinceVisit to Korean Town to explore the strong Korean culinary influence in Changchun
Distance：500 meters
Short walk within Korean Town
Duration: 6 minutes
Free community shuttle service
Duration: 3 minutes
Cold Noodle Specialties Lunch
12:30-14:00123 Korean Street, Chaoyang District, ChangchunLunch featuring the famous Yanbian cold noodles and other Korean Chinese fusion dishes
Distance：5 km
TaxiEvening taxi to brewery district
Duration: 18 minutes
Includes transfer and walking
Duration: 25 minutes
Local Brewery Tour and Tasting
15:00-17:00No 88 Renmin Street Chaoyang District Changchun Jilin Province ChinaAfternoon visit to a local brewery to learn about Northeast Chinese beer culture and tasting
4Day 4 Seasonal Specialties and Farm to Table
Distance：200 meters
On-site farm walking path
Duration: 3 minutes
Traditional farm experience
Duration: 2 minutes
Farm to Table Seasonal Lunch
12:00-13:30Agricultural District, Changchun, Jilin ProvinceLunch featuring seasonal specialties and farm fresh ingredients prepared in traditional ways
Distance：12 km
Return to city center
Duration: 25 minutes
TaxiDirect route back to urban area
Duration: 20 minutes
Seasonal Cooking Techniques Class
14:30-17:00125 Renmin Street, Nanguan District, ChangchunAfternoon cooking class focusing on seasonal dishes and preservation techniques
Distance：1.8 km
Evening walk through shopping district
Duration: 20 minutes
Frequent evening service
Duration: 10 minutes
Night Market Food Crawl
18:00-20:30Chongqing Road Commercial Street, Nanguan District, Changchun, Jilin ProvinceEvening food tour through Chongqing Road Night Market sampling various street food specialties
Distance：1.2 km
Leisurely evening stroll
Duration: 15 minutes
TaxiQuick ride to dessert location
Duration: 5 minutes
Traditional Dessert Tasting
21:00-22:00Traditional Dessert House Changchun Jilin Province ChinaLate night dessert experience featuring traditional Northeast Chinese sweets and pastries
5Day 5 Culinary Heritage and Departure
Distance：3.5 km
Direct cultural route
Duration: 18 minutes
TaxiQuick transfer between attractions
Duration: 12 minutes
Culinary Museum Tour
09:30-11:30No. 1399 Renmin Street, Nanguan District, Changchun, Jilin ProvinceVisit to culinary museum to learn about the history and evolution of Northeast Chinese cuisine
Distance：4 km
Includes station walking time
Duration: 20 minutes
TaxiLunchtime transportation
Duration: 15 minutes
Farewell Culinary Celebration
12:00-14:00123 Main Street, Changchun, Jilin ProvinceFarewell lunch featuring your favorite dishes from the trip and new discoveries
Distance：800 meters
Afternoon shopping walk
Duration: 10 minutes
Traditional shopping district transport
Duration: 8 minutes
Culinary Souvenir Shopping
14:30-16:00123 Renmin Street, Nanguan District, ChangchunFinal shopping for local food products and culinary souvenirs before departure
Distance：8 km
TaxiDirect route to airport/station
Duration: 25 minutes
Dedicated airport transportation
Duration: 35 minutes
Departure Transfer
16:30-17:30Changchun Railway Station Area, Changchun City, Jilin ProvinceTransfer to airport or train station for departure with new culinary knowledge and recipes
Things to Do
- Explore traditional Manchu cuisine at authentic local restaurants
- Visit bustling food markets to sample street food delicacies
- Learn about Northeast China's culinary history and traditions
- Taste famous Changchun specialties like Guo Bao Rou and cold noodles
- Experience modern fusion dishes that blend traditional flavors with contemporary techniques
- Participate in cooking classes to learn local recipes
- Visit local breweries and sample Northeast Chinese beers
- Enjoy seasonal specialties at different times of the year
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