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Private Tour: Beijing Hutong Night Walking and Foodie Tastes

Duration: 3 hours
Destination: China, China, Beijing
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  • 3 hours
  • Beijing
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Experience the enchanting sights and sounds of Beijing at night with this private tour. Your expert guide will lead you through the city’s winding alleyways, known as ‘hutongs’, in Nanluoguxiang, as well as the shimmering waterways of Houhai Lake and the city’s beautiful parks. Discover the local way of life and enjoy a yummy foodie tour to taste those famous Beijing snacks food. Your guide will share insights and stories about the city as you explore. End your tour with a leisurely stroll or have a good drink in a bar around Houhai Lake to complete your magical evening in Beijing.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Bell and Drum Towers, Di'anmen Wai Main Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100006 China

The tour guide will pick you up from your hotel at Beijing downtown area, then drive to Drum Tower, a symbol of Beijing's rich heritage. Immerse yourself in the history and architectural splendor of this ancient structure as we witness the mesmerizing views of the cityscape from its elevated position.

The Drum Tower is an ancient building that dates back to 1272, during the reign of Kublai Khan, and was located in the heart of the Yuan capital Dadu. Originally called the Tower of Orderly Administration (Qizhenglou), it underwent renovations during the Ming and Qing dynasties. In 1420, during the reign of the Yongle Emperor of the Ming dynasty, the tower was rebuilt to the east of its original location. Then, in 1800, during the reign of the Jiaqing Emperor of the Qing dynasty, the building underwent large-scale renovations. Today, the Drum Tower is a popular tourist attraction in Beijing, known for its impressive architecture and cultural significance.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Shichahai Scenic Resort, Yangfang Lane, Xicheng District, Beijing 100009 China

We then venture towards the serene Shichahai Lake, where we can take a leisurely stroll along its shores. Admire the tranquil beauty of the surrounding area, dotted with traditional courtyard homes and picturesque landscapes.

Shichahai is a popular scenic spot in Beijing, situated close to the north gate of Beihai Park. The lakes are surrounded by towering trees, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling city. During the summer, visitors enjoy renting boats to paddle around the lakes, while in the winter, it is a popular spot for ice-skating.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Nanluoguxiang, Nanluoguo Xiang, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100009 China

Our next destination is the charming Nanluogu Hutong, a vibrant alleyway teeming with cultural gems and hidden treasures. Walk through its narrow lanes lined with trendy boutiques, quaint cafes, and traditional architecture, gaining insights into the local way of life.

After exploring the Hutong, it's time to treat your taste buds to a culinary delight. We will start a yummy foodie tour to taste those famous Beijing snacks food one by one, we will try Beijing Zhajiangmian noodle, Chinese dumpling, Jianbing Guozi(Crispy pancake).

There are many bars nearby, you can enjoy your fabulous Beijing night here.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Enjoy a yummy foodie tour to taste the local Beijing snacks food
  • Hotel pick up

Exclusions
  • Gratuities to the tour guide (recommended)
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered


Departure Time

05:00 PM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

3 hours


User's Reviews

yvonnesa2014

25 Aug, 2018

Review of Dennis the guide for “A small group Beijing Night Walking Tour” Friday August 10th. What he had to offer us was a walk down the main shopping Boulevard and Street, a crowded bus trip to a crowded Houtong and a tour of the Bars and Beer and Wine Street. However, we had expected, from experience with other tour guides in China, to receive information about the history, culture and development of the city as well as the daily lives of residents in Beijing. This information was sparsely forth coming, unless we questioned him. Very often, he didn’t know the answers. By taking ourselves on a Walking Tour the following day, we discovered interesting markets, artisans, and typical examples of daily Chinese life. It seemed to us that he had come with his own agenda that was totally unrelated to our needs, age group and interests. It is a pity that he did not follow the tour as outlined in your advertisement on the internet.

Kathryn L

22 May, 2018

We had the tour to ourselves and Dean was a very professional guide showing us the sights. The route was a bit disappointing as we went through a lot of tourist traps and it wasn’t what we were expecting based on the description. Having said that Dean offered a lot of insight into the people, culture and history of Beijing and was a very knowledgable guide.

Gina S

13 Jul, 2017

Tour guide was very knowledgeable, flexible, and patient. She offered a lot of great ideas for shopping gifts, sovenoirs and information about the area religions, culture, history, and architecture. She was even able to get me in a secured area to view. The walk was normal pace and great exercise. I highly recommend this guide and the tour. It will show you the hidden back street night life and capitalism in Beijing.

Shaun K

23 May, 2017

This was really good to get a feel of the local markets in Beijing. I was solo on this tour and had the guide to myself which was great. The guide assisted with bartering of prices and understanding of what the food on display was! Great guide with local knowledge.

Lisa_S

09 Apr, 2017

This tour was a lot of walking. I was not expecting a three mile walk just to get from Snack Street to the Drum and Bell Tower. I loved the destination once we arrived, but walking in China, when you are not use to the streets and the pavement was a bit too much. We had a tour with 7 people and the tour guide went at our pace and stopped when someone needed to rest. I was very thankful the tour was limited to our group exclusively. The guide was incredibly informative and personable. His English was very easy to understand. Great experience, but again..... A lot of walking a little over 5 miles from Sunworld Dynasty Hotel to the end of the tour at Qianhai Park

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