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The Classics & Secret Spots — All in One Beijing Walking Tour

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The Classics & Secret Spots — All in One Beijing Walking Tour

Join our Free Walking Tour along Beijing’s Ghost Rivers and uncover hidden corners, secret tales, and the city’s unseen charm. Discover stories even locals don’t know and see Beijing in a whole new light.

First things first: we start with the classics—the hutongs. What exactly is a hutong? Who lives there now? What are their stories? And how do these ancient alleyways connect Beijing's distant past to the present? In this must-see part, you'll get all the answers. After all, there's no better way to understand a city than through the lives of its everyday people, right?

Next, we'll visit some of Beijing's old-time "city clubs"—places where fellow townspeople and tradesmen once gathered. Now, in these hundred-year-old houses, new things are happening. Here is where we connect with people from ancient times.

Then, we'll head to a highlight that's also a hidden gem: a riverside area. It's a rare getaway, just a short walk from the bustling city center. If you're looking for a place to unwind with great views and a laid-back vibe, look no further.

After a journey down a vibrant food street, the tour will end at the soul of the city—the Central Axis, the grand design that has defined this imperial city for centuries.

Itinerary: Caochang Hutong Cluster Leiyinchan Temple Huizhou Courtyard-Chinese tea ceremony Yanliao Guild Hall Sanli River Park Xianyukou Food Street Qianmen Street

Meeting point

Entrance B of Qiaowan station (subway line 7)

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