Beijing Hutong Nightlife & Local Drinking Tour
Northern China, Beijing
Explore Beijing hutongs at night with locals, enjoy craft beer, street drinks, and hidden bars in a social small-group experience.
Join a small-group evening tour to explore Beijing’s hutongs by night with a local guide, ideal for travelers interested in culture and social nightlife.
Highlights
- Explore Beijing hutongs at night with a local guide
- Enjoy a complimentary craft beer
- Experience local street drinking culture
- Discover hidden bars
- Meet travelers and locals
Description
Experience Beijing nightlife through a relaxed, social evening in one of the city’s iconic hutong neighborhoods. This tour combines centuries-old alleyways with modern bars and social spaces.
Your evening begins at a local craft beer bar with a complimentary freshly poured beer, creating a casual setting to meet and chat with the group. Then, stroll through narrow hutong lanes lined with traditional courtyard homes and hidden venues.
Your guide will explain Chinese drinking culture, its evolution, and the social role of drinking today. A distinctive part of the tour includes a visit to a neighborhood convenience store where you will drink like locals, standing outside and sharing simple drinks such as beer or baijiu while learning to toast in Chinese.
The tour concludes at a hidden bar on an ordinary street, where you receive a complimentary shot with the option to upgrade to a cocktail. This venue offers music and conversation to unwind and connect with others.
Includes
- Local guide
- 1 craft beer
- 1 convenience store drink
- 1 shot
- Cultural insights
- Guided walk
- Social experience
Excludes
- Extra drinks
- Food
- Personal expenses
- Transport
Important Information
- Routes may change slightly
- Drink upgrades available
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your spot. Evening temperatures can drop, so dress accordingly. The tour runs best from spring through autumn for comfortable walking conditions.
