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Beijing: Hutong Tour and Authentic Peking Duck
Beijing
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the rich cultural tapestry of Beijing on this engaging hutong tour. Discover iconic landmarks like the ancient Bell and Drum Towers, enjoy a scenic stroll around picturesque Shichahai Lake, and visit the historic Huoshen Temple. Wander through the charming hutongs to Nanluoguxiang, a vibrant area filled with unique shops. The highlight of your day is an authentic Peking duck dinner at a renowned local restaurant, where you’ll savor this culinary masterpiece. Perfect for families, couples, and first-time visitors.
- Duration: 5–6 hours, with convenient hotel pick-up included - Professional bilingual guide provides in-depth cultural insights - Admission to Huoshen Temple and a delicio...
Highlights
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Entrance fee
Insurence
Meals
Gratuities
Personal consume
Meeting Points
Departure
Shichahai
Exit A2 of Shichahai subway Station line 8.
Our driver or tour guide will wait for guests with a name sign showing the lead booker’s full name.
Return
Beijing: Hutong Tour and Authentic Peking Duck
Beijing
About
Explore the rich cultural tapestry of Beijing on this engaging hutong tour. Discover iconic landmarks like the ancient Bell and Drum Towers, enjoy a scenic stroll around picturesque Shichahai Lake, and visit the historic Huoshen Temple. Wander through the charming hutongs to Nanluoguxiang, a vibrant area filled with unique shops. The highlight of your day is an authentic Peking duck dinner at a renowned local restaurant, where you’ll savor this culinary masterpiece. Perfect for families, couples, and first-time visitors.
- Duration: 5–6 hours, with convenient hotel pick-up included - Professional bilingual guide provides in-depth cultural insights - Admission to Huoshen Temple and a delicio...
Highlights
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Entrance fee
Insurence
Meals
Gratuities
Personal consume
Meeting Points
Departure
Shichahai
Exit A2 of Shichahai subway Station line 8.
Our driver or tour guide will wait for guests with a name sign showing the lead booker’s full name.
Return
Itinerary
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Bell and Drum Towers
The Beijing Bell and Drum Towers, located at the northern end of Beijing's Central Axis, are iconic ancient landmarks that served as the official timekeeping center during the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties. First built in 1272 and reconstructed multiple times, the two towers follow the tradition of "morning bells and evening drums": the 46.7-meter-high Drum Tower houses ancient drums that marked night watches, while the 47.9-meter-high Bell Tower contains China's largest and best-preserved ancient bronze bell weighing 63 tons, whose sound once spread over 20 kilometers. Today, as a key cultural relic and part of the UNESCO-listed Beijing Central Axis, they are open to visitors, who can enjoy panoramic views of the old city and watch traditional bell and drum performances, experiencing the unique historical charm of ancient Beijing.
1 hour
2
Shicha Lake Park
Shichahai is a picturesque historic scenic area in central Beijing, made up of three connected lakes: Qianhai, Houhai and Xihai. With a history dating back to the Yuan Dynasty, it was once an important part of the Grand Canal system and a favored retreat for royal families and nobles. It boasts beautiful lake views, well-preserved ancient hutongs, traditional courtyard houses, and famous cultural sites including Prince Gong’s Mansion and Yinding Bridge. Nowadays, it combines historical charm with modern vitality, attracting visitors to wander the lanes, taste local snacks, take boat rides, and experience the authentic lifestyle of old Beijing.
1 hour
3
Nanluoguxiang
Nanluoguxiang is one of Beijing’s best-preserved ancient hutongs, with a history of over 700 years since the Yuan Dynasty. Stretching about 800 meters from north to south, it has a special layout with 16 symmetrical side alleys on both sides, forming a unique centipede shape. In the Ming and Qing dynasties, many nobles, officials and scholars lived here, leaving behind numerous traditional courtyard houses and historical sites. Today, it is a lively pedestrian street combining old Beijing charm and modern fashion, where visitors can wander along the stone paths, taste local snacks, visit creative shops and cafes, and experience the authentic culture and lifestyle of old Beijing.
