Shanghai: Royal Banquet with Chinese Cultural Performance

East China, Shanghai



Experience a royal banquet with a Chinese cultural performance. Enjoy a cultural performance with traditional Chinese music and dance.

This experience offers a traditional Chinese banquet with cultural performances at the Royal Banquet in Shanghai, suitable for those interested in Han culture and cuisine.

Highlights

  • Royal Chinese banquet
  • Cultural performance featuring traditional Chinese music and dance
  • Optional traditional Chinese clothing and makeup experience available

Description

The Royal Banquet includes a lunch or dinner combined with a traditional Chinese cultural performance. Lunch check-in starts at 11:30 with the show beginning at 12:08. Dinner check-in is at 18:00, and the performance starts at 18:28.

Guests can opt for a traditional Chinese clothing and makeup experience for an additional 200 RMB, payable on the day. Children under 3 years old are not recommended for the performance. Children under 130 cm require a child ticket, while those over 130 cm must purchase an adult ticket.

The venue is styled to resemble an ancient palace, providing an immersive atmosphere that complements the historic and cultural heritage of the cuisine. Each dish is prepared from fresh, high-quality ingredients and represents authentic Han culinary traditions.

The Royal Banquet is more than a meal; it’s an experience reflecting the elegance and cultural richness of a thousand-year palace environment.

Menu Includes

  • Dahongpao tea
  • Waxberry sweets
  • Black sesame roll
  • Macaroons
  • Osmanthus green plum wine
  • Hawthorn foie gras
  • Pig ears
  • Douban
  • Nuts
  • Moringa oleifera seedlings
  • Jinhua ham and tofu
  • Red-cooked pork with abalone
  • Lychee shrimp balls
  • Steamed wild yellow croaker from the East China Sea
  • Fish maw and abalone soup
  • Fried noodles with scallions
  • Fruit yogurt

Inclusions

  • Royal Banquet traditional Chinese meal
  • Chinese cultural performances
  • Dahongpao tea
  • All listed dishes and drinks

Exclusions

  • Traditional Chinese clothing and makeup experience (200 RMB extra, paid on site)

Important Information

  • Book at least 24 hours in advance to secure your spot
  • Children under 3 years are not recommended for attendance
  • Ticket types depend on child height: under 130 cm requires child ticket; over 130 cm requires adult ticket

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund.

For the best experience, arrive early for check-in and consider booking the traditional clothing option in advance. The dinner time slot provides a more atmospheric setting for the performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The experience includes an authentic Han Chinese banquet and a live cultural performance featuring traditional music and dance.
Yes, the event is suitable for adults and children over 3 years old.
Performances begin shortly after lunch check-in around midday and after dinner check-in in the evening; check the website for exact times.
Yes, guests can opt for a traditional Chinese clothing and makeup experience for an additional fee.
The banquet and performance take place at a venue in Shanghai offering traditional Han cuisine and cultural shows.
The event typically includes the banquet and a one- to two-hour cultural performance; exact duration is available on the booking website.
Booking in advance is recommended to secure your preferred date and session.
No, the traditional clothing and makeup experience costs extra and can be added when booking.
Special dietary requests should be communicated during booking to allow for accommodation.

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