Half Day Tour of Beijing Hutong Highlights

Hutongs are the streets and alleys that make up the old town of Chinese cities and Beijing is one of the cities that still preserves these traditional streets. Delve into the magic of Beijing's hutongs and discover the true essence of the city. Hutongs are the streets and alleys that make up the old town of Chinese cities and Beijing is one of the cities that still preserves these traditional streets. Delve into the magic of Beijing's hutongs and discover the true essence of the city.Highlights- Stroll down the Nanluoguxiang Hutong - Meet a local family and uncover the secrets of the old courtyards - Learn a little more about Beijing's history, architecture and culture Travel back in time and learn a little more about the past, present and future of Beijing's more traditional neighbourhoods. Visit the 800-meter long south-north Nanluoguxiang Hutong (South Gong and Drum Lane), which is lined with numerous trendy bars, yummy restaurants, unique hostels, lively themed stores and iterant vendors. Then take a Hutong Rickshaw to an old courtyard where you will have a local family visit. With the help of a professional local guide, you will have a detailed explanation of the old courtyard (Siheyuan), like history, layout, Fengshui and traditional Chinese culture. Continue to visit the 67-meter high and two-story Drum Tower and have bird's eye view of the surrounding communities of hutongs and courtyard, walk along the 800-year-old hutong of Yandai Byway (Skewed Tobacco Pouch Street), pass through the Yinding Bridge - narrow channel joining Qianhai Lake and the Houhai Lake, wander along Qianhai Lake circled by the former palaces of ministers, temples and well-kept courtyards, feel Beijing's traditional architecture, long history and Chinese culture. The half day trip ends at Hehua Market Decorated Archway, the tour guide will transfer you back to the hotel or you may remain in Houhai Bar Area for more happy time on your own. Languages English. Redeem informationVoucher type: E-VoucherE-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.LocationStart point: Hotels in Beijing City center only. Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time.End point: Same as the starting pointScheduleOpening datesMorning tour08:00 - 12:00Afternoon tour13:00 - 17:00Duration: 4 HoursGuide optionsGuide type: GuideRequirementsPlease make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process.