Beijing Culture: Calligraphy Class, Hutong Rickshaw, Panda House Discount Tickets

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Overview

Discover the charm of old Beijing on this Old Beijing Hutong Culture Tour with Panda House. Visit the adorable giant pandas at the famous Beijing Zoo and then step into the historic hutong neighborhoods to experience the city’s traditional lifestyle. Stroll through the lively Yandaixie Street and explore the historic area around the Bell and Drum Towers, where ancient Beijing once kept time. This tour perfectly combines wildlife, history, and local culture, offering visitors a fun and authentic way to discover the real Beijing.

Pickup Information

You will be picked up by private guide and vehicle from your hotel with your name paper.

Language Offered

German-WRITTEN

Mandarin-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Italian-WRITTEN

French-WRITTEN

Spanish-WRITTEN

Itinerary

1. Beijing
You will be picked up from your hotel in Beijing city center by your guide with your name paper in the morning at 8am/9am, and then drive to the first destination.
Duration: 30 mins
2. Bell and Drum Towers
Visitors to the Beijing Bell and Drum Towers will discover one of the most iconic landmarks of old Beijing. Standing proudly at the northern end of Beijing’s historic Central Axis, these magnificent towers once served as the city’s official time-keeping center during the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. For more than 600 years, the powerful sound of drums at dusk and the ringing of the giant bell at dawn marked the rhythm of life in the imperial capital. Today, visitors can climb the ancient towers for panoramic views of traditional hutongs and modern Beijing, watch lively drum performances, and experience the atmosphere of a living historic neighborhood near Shichahai. Rich in history, culture, and stunning architecture, the Bell and Drum Towers offer travelers a fascinating glimpse into the heartbeat of ancient Beijing.
Duration: 60 mins
3. Yandaixie Street
Yandaixie Street is one of the oldest and most charming hutong streets in Beijing, with a history of more than 700 years dating back to the Yuan Dynasty. Its name means “Skewed Tobacco Pouch Street,” inspired by the street’s shape and the tobacco shops that once flourished here. Today, this lively alley is filled with traditional courtyard architecture, unique souvenir shops, local snack stalls, and cozy cafés. Walking along Yandaixie Street offers visitors a wonderful opportunity to experience the atmosphere of old Beijing while enjoying the vibrant culture around the nearby Shichahai lakes. It’s a perfect place to explore local life, taste street food, and capture memorable photos of historic Beijing.
Duration: 30 mins
4. Nanluoguxiang
Ride a traditional rickshaw through atmospheric hutong lanes and past historic courtyard residences once home to scholars, officials, and cultural figures. Formerly a bustling commercial hub of old Beijing, Nanluoguxiang is now one of the city’s most fashionable hutong districts—perfect for photos, boutique browsing, and soaking up old-Beijing charm.
Duration: 60 mins
5. GuLou XiJie ShangYeJie
Step inside a traditional family courtyard tucked within the hutong. Over tea and warm conversation, you’ll be introduced to the art of Chinese calligraphy by your hosts. You’ll even receive your own Chinese name and learn to write it with brush and ink on rice paper. When finished, you can pose proudly with your personal calligraphy artwork—a meaningful cultural souvenir of your Beijing journey.
Duration: 30 mins
6. Beijing
Meet China’s beloved national treasure: the giant panda. Inside the lush bamboo gardens of the Panda House, you’ll observe these gentle icons eating, climbing, lounging, and playing—an adorable and heart-warming encounter loved by visitors of all ages. You’ll also learn about panda conservation and their cultural symbolism in China, making this stop both meaningful and memorable.
Duration: 90 mins
7. Beijing
Drop-off at your hotel after the tour. Lovely tour ends! Note: Please bring your belongings when you leave the vehicle.
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

All Tax, Fuel, Parking Fee, Tolls

Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off Service

Visiting residents' homes and calligraphy classes

Entrance Ticket

Excellent English Speaking Guide

Hutong Rickshaw Service

All Transportation by Comfortable Vehicle

Exclusion

Gratitude

Meal

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This the best way to learn the local culture and the local life, so please obtain the permission of the local residents before taking photos in residential areas. Thank you!

This is a private tour that only your people in the group.

Supplied by Beijing Short Tours

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