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Beijing Hutongs and Lakes Free Tour - China's First  and Original
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Beijing Hutongs and Lakes Free Tour - China's First and Original

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Run by a local guide · Free Tours China

Booking is free; at the end you give the guide what you think is fair. Free cancellation at any time.

Dive into Beijing’s iconic hutongs neighborhoods and scenic imperial lakes, visit a courtyard museum, and uncover how imperial relics have shaped local life for centuries! Don't miss out!

Duration
3 h
Destination
Beijing
Meeting Point
PING’ANLI Metro Station (Line 4/6/19), Exit B (North-East Exit)
Provider
Free Tours China

Description

Hello, curious traveler!! Welcome to the First, Earliest, and Best-Rated free walking tours in China!! As the local free tour trailblazer, we've conducted OVER 1200 TOURS, delighting 30,000+ visitors worldwide since 2017. We were honored with the TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award from 2019 to 2024!

Join our local guide to explore iconic, well-preserved hutong neighborhoods. Visit a historical courtyard museum to uncover the ancient family hierarchy, marvel at the dust-covered remnants of architectural history, and feel the pulse of local life—both its struggles and triumphs. Finally, conclude this beautiful journey with a breathtaking lakeside view, where imperial myths still linger and echo through time.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
· Beijing’s Historic Local Snack Street
· Mei Lanfang Memorial Courtyard Museum (Entry Fee: 10 RMB/pp, paid onsite)
· Former Fu Jen Catholic University site
· Prince Qing’s Mansion
· Numerous Historical Courtyard Residences
· Houhai Bar Street
· Shichahai
· Fire God Taoist Temple
· The Oldest Bridge in Beijing
· Bell and Drum Towers (View from Outside)
And More!

Are you excited about the fun? We can't wait to welcome you! :)

Includes

  • Houhai Park
  • Shichahai Shadow Art Performance
  • Local English-speaking Tour Guide
  • Welcome Gifts
  • Group Photos
  • Unlimited Fun and Joy!

Meeting Point

PING’ANLI Metro Station (Line 4/6/19), Exit B (North-East Exit)

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Traveler reviews

13 reviews in total · Opinions from people who already lived the experience

Absolute Great!

An absolute highlight of my trip to Beijing! The walking tour through the hutongs and Lake area was like stepping into a living history book. Our guide was fantastic - she shared stories about courtyard homes and Qing Dynasty traditions that you'd never find in a guidebook. When we finished, I felt like a true Beijinger for a day! Perfect mix of culture, food, and local insights. After the trip I know exactly where I want to explore more. LOVE IT!

T Green · May 2025

Excellent tour and guide

Kris made the tour very interesting and enjoyable

Yehuda Ophir · May 2025

Guide

Excelent guide!

Marcelo Costa · April 2025

100% Recommended

Fun & Dynamic, had a good time on this tour

· March 2025

a must-do

very interesting experience learning about Hutong, I wasn't expecting it

· March 2025

Great tour

The hutongs visited in the tour is a must-see: full of history yet buzzing with local life.

· March 2025

Free tour

How does a free tour work?

Booking costs nothing. At the end, each person gives the guide what they think is fair for the experience: it's a voluntary tip.

  • • Pay in cash at the end of the experience.
  • • Bring small bills or change.

Availability and Language

Free tour

★ 4.9 · 13 reviews

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