Beijing Walk Tour: HuTong Quadrangle Dwellings Mysteries Decoded





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Duration
4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
Step into a world where ancient Beijing's soul still beats strong, where every brick and tile tells a story spanning eight centuries of imperial grandeur. As a born-and-bred Beijinger, I invite you to join me on an historical and cultural exploration of the city's heart and veins, the old downtown Beijing. This is not your typical tourist walk. In about 4 hours, we'll weave through the labyrinthine alleys that once housed princes, scholars, and merchants, discovering architectural marvels that showcase the ingenious designs of ancient Chinese masters. Within these historic lanes, generations have left their mark. Their stories echo through time, painting a vivid picture of life during the golden ages of the Ming and Qing dynasties, when these neighborhoods were the beating heart of imperial Beijing. Don't just see Old Beijing - experience it through the eyes of a local who understands these ancient streets like few others can.
What's Included
Included
at the last stop, in the Quadrangle Dwelling, Enjoy a bowl of rice noodle
one courtyard house entrance, gulou entrance
one cup coffee (american) at the second stop
Not included
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
A2 exit, Shichahai Station, Subway Line 8, gulou west avenue, beijing
End point
one Quadrangle Dwelling in north luogu alley
Itinerary
Pass by stop 1
Pass by stop 1
first view is the shichahai (also named houhai), along with the hutong area
Stop 2
30 minutes
Stop 2
The terrace overlooks the Hutong courtyard area, and the Lake
Stop 3
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 3
Enter an open courtyard, observe the internal living environment, house layout and architectural structure, and experience the tranquility of the courtyard
Stop 4
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 4
there is a Square between bell and drum towers, many local people play in there, will enter the drum tower to overlook the central axis from north to south
Stop 5
1 hour
Stop 5
This courtyard is larger than the first one and is now a small hotel. You can relax in the courtyard and further understand the architectural structure, layout, and building materials of the courtyard. There is also a rooftop terrace overlooking the courtyard. We will visit and have a snack here and end the whole trip here.
Additional Info
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
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1 reviews
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