2-Hour Private Walk From Houhai Lake To Nanluoguxiang Hutong





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Duration
2 hours to 3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
Experience the best local neighborhood of Beijing on this 2 hour private walking tour which takes you to the Shichahai Lake area. Stroll around the lake which formed since 12th century, gain deep insight into its history and stories behind. Climb to the Drum tower, enjoy a short drum-beaten performance and nice view of the Hutong neighborhood, get to know the locals' everyday lives and explore the Nanluoguxiang allays, where you can shop for your China souvenir.
What's Included
Included
One way transfer from hotel to Houhai lake area
Bottled water
Entrance fee to the Drum Tower
Tour Guide
Hotel pickup (For hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing city)
Not included
Hotel drop off
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
30 minutes
Stop 1
Meet your tour guide in the lobby of your Beijing downtown hotel, then travel by private car to the Houhai lake area to start today's adventure! Stroll along the Shichahai Lake, a sense of its history inevitably hits you. Composed of three man-made lakes, Qianhai ("Front Sea" Lake), Houhai ("Rear Sea" Lake) and the lesser-known Xihai ("West Sea" Lake) once formed part of a system of waterways that fed into the Imperial Capital. Lean many stories while walking, which will further enhance your understanding of Chinese culture. Enjoy some folk activities around, such as fishing, swimming, boating, rowing, playing chess, dancing and singing. Feel free to ask questions if you have.
Stop 2
20 minutes
Stop 2
Next, explore the Yandaixiejie street which is the oldest business street in Beijing with a history of about 800 years. The 232m Yandaixie Street today is lined with all kinds of shops, bars, cafes, and restaurants where you can buy local souvenirs, witness traditional Chinese handcrafts, and grab a drink.
Stop 3
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 3
Move on to the magnificent Drum and Bell Towers which functioned as important timepieces of the Imperial Capital from as early as the 12th century. Climb up to the Drum Tower, watch an interesting drum beaten performance, enjoy nice views over the Beijing's traditional Hutong neighborhood.
Stop 4
30 minutes
Stop 4
Continue to explore the Nanluoguxiang Allay which is renowned for its long history, Hutong culture, specialty stores, and distinctive foods. After the tour finishes, you can choose to stay and explore on your own, or your tour guide will help you to find a taxi at your own cost to your next destination.
Additional Info
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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