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Imperial to Alleyways : Beijing's Cultural Heartbeat Walking Tour

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Duration
3:00 hours
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Bruce

I'm a passionate cultural enthusiast from Beijing. I offer unique, immersive walks that take you beyond the tourist spots and into the heart of our ancient hutongs. Discover hidden stories, witness local life, and even try your hand at a traditional craft. My goal is to share the real Beijing with you in a fun and engaging way. Join me for an unforgettable journey into the city's soul! “I want to be honest and transparent with you: English is not my first language, but I am passionate about sharing my culture! My English is good enough for our tour, and I'm excited to practice with you. I might speak a little slowly or use simple words, but I promise you a fun and authentic experience. Please feel free to ask me to repeat anything!

Pickup

Entrance C of Qianmen Subway Station

Description

Experience Beijing's fascinating layers of history on this immersive walking tour through the city's most iconic districts.

Qianmen Pedestrian Street. Finally, walk the sacred Central Axis to the monumental Zhengyang Gate Arrow Tower, learning how Beijing's layout reflects ancient Chinese cosmology. 

Explore the vibrant commercial energy of Dashilar, Beijing's centuries-old shopping district, then emerge onto the magnificent then experiencing authentic local life at a hidden hutong snack market  Wind through the trendy cafes and boutiques of Yangmeizhu Byway .

last at the elegant Liulichang Cultural Street, where scholars once gathered for ink and antiques. 

This tour perfectly blends cultural immersion, historical insight, and local flavors - revealing how traditional and modern Beijing coexist in perfect harmony. 

The zhengyang Gate Watchtower requires advance reservation at least 3 days. Please provide me with your passport information so I can make the reservation for you. If you do nor feel comfortable with it, we can just visit it from the outside.

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