Beijing City Walk: Explore Hutongs Life and Old Beijing
Shichahai, Beijing
Step into the story of Beijing. Choose from our morning, afternoon, or night walks through the city's most iconic hutongs. Experience vibrant local life and timeless history firsthand.
This guided walking tour in Beijing explores historic hutongs and local cuisine, suitable for small groups interested in culture and food.
Highlights
- Visit Beijing's iconic historic landmarks and lesser-known hutongs.
- Taste local specialties such as Imperial yogurt, traditional snacks, and Mongolian hot pot.
- Choose from morning or evening tours to fit your schedule.
- See how natural light transforms the city's atmosphere at different times of day.
Description
This tour offers two options: a hutong walk combined with local food tasting, or a purely cultural hutong walking tour. Choose based on your preference.
Option 1: Hutong Walk + Local Snacks & Dinner Included
Experience old Beijing after dark, wandering lantern-lit hutongs and ancient alleys. Enjoy an evening feast featuring Imperial yogurt, traditional snacks, and Mongolian hot pot by the water. The walking route covers Nanluoguxiang, Mao'er Hutong, Bell & Drum Tower Square, Yandaixieje Street, Yinding Bridge, and Houhai Bar Street.
- Tour Type: Guided Small Group Tour
- Departure Time: 6:00 PM
- Duration: 3.5 hours
- Meeting Point: Nanluoguxiang Subway Station (Exit E)
- Guide Service: English-speaking tour guide
- Group Size: 10-15 people
- Includes a variety of local snacks, Mongolian hot pot, and beer
Option 2: Hutong Walk (No Food Included)
This tour excludes food but provides a cultural walking experience through historic hutongs. The route includes Nanluoguxiang, Mao'er Hutong, Bell & Drum Towers Square, Yandai Xiejie (Smoke Pipe Alley), ending at Houhai Bar Street.
- Tour Type: Guided Small Group Tour
- Departure Time: 7:00 PM
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Meeting Point: Nanluoguxiang Subway Station (Exit E)
- Guide Service: English-speaking tour guide
- Group Size: 10-15 people
Includes
- Guided small group tour
- English-speaking tour guide
- Whisper headsets for clear communication
- Variety of Beijing local snacks (Option 1 only)
- Local Mongolian hot pot and beer (Option 1 only)
Excludes
- Tips for the tour guide are not included and given at your discretion
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking tip: Arrive at Nanluoguxiang Subway Station (Exit E) 10 minutes before the departure time. Evening tours offer cooler temperatures and atmospheric lighting; bring comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
