Discover the charms of Old Beijing in a half day. You will walk around hutong to discover a traditional side of Beijing then marvel at spectacular sights like Prince Gong’s Mansion and its verdant surrounding gardens, the Bell and Drum Towers and Houhai Lake. Besides, you'll experience taking a traditional mode of transport pedicab.
What's included
Bottled water
English speaking tour guide
Pedicab
Entrance tickets
Lunch
Car
Hotel
What to expect
Hutong Tour
1h 30m
The tour guide will meet you at the Exit E of Nanluoguxiang subway station, then take you to the Hutong area. Explore local souvenirs, shops, street snacks in the narrow hutong. Experience the leisurely lifestyle of local people and learn Chinese culture.
Bell and Drum Towers
30m · Admission ticket included
The Bell and Drum Towers is the first station for this tour, once used to keep time for locals, signaling when the heavy gates would get shut. Climb up the steep staircase and get a rewarding view of the Hutongs then keep your ears open and possibly hear drum performances.
Shichahai Scenic Resort
1h
Hop on a pedicab along Opium street, Yinding Bridge. The view in Houhai Lake will startle you with its beautiful scenery.
Prince Kung's (Gong) Mansion
1h · Admission ticket included
At last, visit the Mansion of Prince Gong, a private residence of Heshen, a wealthy minister in Qing Dynasty (1644AD - 1911AD). Afterward, walk to the subway station and say goodbye to your guide.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Take subway line 8 or 6 and get off at "Nanluoguxiang" station, follow the exit E and meet your tour guide.
End point
Take subway line 8 or 6 and get off at "Nanluoguxiang" station, follow the exit E and meet your tour guide.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You will be informed the exact pick up time and meeting point a night before departure by your tour guide, please leave your hotel information upon booking.
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
If you don't receive the call before 8:30pm, please contact us ASAP
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
