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Overview

Step into a world where ancient Beijing's soul still beats strong, where every brick and tile tells a story spanning eight centuries of imperial grandeur. As a born-and-bred Beijinger, I invite you to join me on an historical and cultural exploration of the city's heart and veins, the old downtown Beijing. This is not your typical tourist walk. In about 4 hours, we'll weave through the labyrinthine alleys that once housed princes, scholars, and merchants, discovering architectural marvels that showcase the ingenious designs of ancient Chinese masters. Within these historic lanes, generations have left their mark. Their stories echo through time, painting a vivid picture of life during the golden ages of the Ming and Qing dynasties, when these neighborhoods were the beating heart of imperial Beijing. Don't just see Old Beijing - experience it through the eyes of a local who understands these ancient streets like few others can.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

A2 exit, Shichahai Station, Subway Line 8, gulou west avenue, beijing

End Point

End point

one Quadrangle Dwelling in north luogu alley

Language Offered

Mandarin-GUIDE

Mandarin-WRITTEN

English-GUIDE

English-WRITTEN

Itinerary

1. Shichahai Scenic Resort

first view is the shichahai (also named houhai), along with the hutong area

2. 22 Qian Hai Dong Yan

The terrace overlooks the Hutong courtyard area, and the Lake

Duration: 30 mins

3. Nanguanfang Hutong

Enter an open courtyard, observe the internal living environment, house layout and architectural structure, and experience the tranquility of the courtyard

Duration: 30 mins

4. Bell and Drum Towers

there is a Square between bell and drum towers, many local people play in there, will enter the drum tower to overlook the central axis from north to south

Duration: 60 mins

5. North Luogu Lane

This courtyard is larger than the first one and is now a small hotel. You can relax in the courtyard and further understand the architectural structure, layout, and building materials of the courtyard. There is also a rooftop terrace overlooking the courtyard. We will visit and have a snack here and end the whole trip here.

Duration: 60 mins