Overview

Beyond the grand imperial structures of central Beijing lies a different world: the world of hutongs, traditional lanes with courtyard houses.

Itinerary

Beijing Hutongs Walking Tour

Beyond the grand imperial structures of central Beijing lies a different world: the world of hutongs, traditional lanes with courtyard houses. Finding your way through this downtown warren can be challenging, but this tour makes it easy—and the small group size ensures personal interaction with your guide. Learn about everything from Chinese time-keeping to the fate of China’s last emperor as you stroll and soak up the atmosphere.

Meeting & Pickup

South Luogu Lane

📍 Nan Luo Gu Xiang, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100009 Open in Google Maps Meet your guide by metro Line 8 Nan luo gu xiang station exit E. In Chinese南锣鼓巷南口or南锣鼓巷地铁站E口if you would like to take taxi to the meeting point., Beijing, CN

What's Included

✓ Included

English-speaking Guide

✕ Not included

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation is available on most tours up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact cancellation terms for this tour are shown during booking.

Traveler Reviews

4.9★★★★★Based on 19 reviews

Pierre H.🇳🇱 Netherlands★★★★★2026-03

Honestly, I had seen plenty of photos of the hutong lanes. Being there was quieter and more absorbing than I expected, and I stopped checking my phone for a while.

Oscar A.🇧🇪 Belgium★★★★★2024-04

We had enough information to understand Beijing, but it never turned into a classroom. The balance felt natural. My only advice is not to shorten the time at the hutong lanes.

Laura L.🇯🇵 Japan★★★★★2026-05

A practical note: the busiest place on the route was genuinely busy. Starting earlier would be my only change. The time around the hutong lanes was not the part I would cut.