2-Hour Beijing Imperial Town Hutong Walking Tour
Highlights
Beijing
cultural, historical, walking
Group Tour
2 Hours
Medium
English
Description
Discover Beijing's vibrant history on a two-hour walking tour. Visit Nanluoguxiang, a bustling lane filled with traditional architecture, restaurants, and unique shops. Explore Mao'er Hutong, home to historical sites like the Empress's Mansion and stories of famous figures. Stroll along Qianhai and Houhai Lakes, enjoy the peaceful surroundings and lively bars, then visit Smoking Pipe Street to learn about its tobacco trade history. End with an outside view of the Drum and Bell Towers, which once marked the time in ancient Beijing.
Itinerary
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2-Hour Beijing Imperial City Hutong Walking Tour
Meet at Nan Luo Gu Xiang Station: Begin your tour by meeting the guide at Nan Luo Gu Xiang station, exit E, on Line 8 or Line 6.
Explore Nanluoguxiang: Stroll through Nanluoguxiang lane, a vibrant area with a mix of traditional courtyard houses and modern shops. Experience the unique atmosphere of this ancient lane dating back to the Yuan Dynasty.
Mao'er Hutong Walk: Continue to Mao’er Hutong, a historic alley with stories of famous figures such as Empress Wanrong, wife of the last emperor Puyi, and warlord Feng Guozhang. Stop at the "Empress’s Mansion" for a photo opportunity.
Visit Qianhai and Houhai Lake: Walk along the narrow channel connecting Qianhai Lake and Houhai Lake. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and the quiet bars of the Shichahai area.
Explore Smoking Pipe Street: Head to "Smoking Pipe Street," a historical street known for its tobacco shops that emerged due to the growing popularity of smoking pipe tobacco.
Outside Visit to Drum and Bell Towers: End the tour with a visit to the Drum Tower and Bell Tower (outside), which were once used for timekeeping in ancient Beijing. Learn about the changing roles of these iconic structures.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
| Adult | |
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| 1 to 15 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 15 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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