Highlights
- Explore a hidden craft studio inside Beijing’s historic Yanyue Hutong
- Create your own traditional Chinese handmade souvenir with a local artisan
- Experience Chinese heritage crafts in a historic Beijing hutong
- Choose from mother-of-pearl inlay, foil carving, and other traditional crafts
- Enjoy a relaxing optional tea break while discovering authentic hutong culture
Description
Experience the beauty of traditional Chinese heritage crafts in a small group at a cozy local artisan studio near Dengshikou Subway Station (Line 5) in Beijing’s Dongcheng District.
Our versatile workshop features four distinctive traditional craft options for guests to pick from: lacquer bead polishing, tinfoil carving, mother-of-pearl inlay, and mugwort pounding craft. Under professional guidance from local seasoned artisans, you will finish a bespoke handmade souvenir to take home permanently.
Located in Beijing’s historic Dongcheng District, our traditional craft workshop is just a short distance from major attractions such as the Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Nanluoguxiang, and Tiananmen Square. Visitors can easily stop by after exploring the city’s famous landmarks.
This workshop is designed for beginners and travelers of all ages who want to explore Chinese culture in a creative and interactive way. The activity takes place in a peaceful studio space inside the Triangle Museum area, offering a unique local experience away from the typical tourist attractions.
The workshop duration is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on the craft selected and each participant’s pace.
Includes
Lacquer Bead Polishing Craft Experience (depending on your selection)
Chinese Foil Engraving Craft Experience (depending on your selection)
Traditional Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Craft Experience (depending on your selection)
Chinese Mugwort Wellness Hammer Craft Experience (depending on your selection)
Professional English-speaking artisan guidance
All craft materials
Handmade souvenir to take home
Complimentary tea
Excludes
Food
Important Information
- Please arrive at the workshop 10 minutes before the scheduled start time
- This activity is located near Dengshikou Subway Station in Dongcheng District, Beijing
- The workshop lasts approximately 1.5–2 hours depending on the selected craft and participant pace
- Suitable for beginners and participants of all skill levels
- Located in Beijing’s historic Dongcheng District, our traditional craft workshop is just a short distance from major attractions such as the Forbidden City, Jingshan Park, Nanluoguxiang, and Tiananmen Square. Visitors can easily stop by after exploring the city’s famous landmarks
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
