Day 1 Dongjiaominxiang → Qianmen Street → Dazhalan → Bada Hutong → Yangmeizhuxie Street
All day
At 8:30/14:30, take the subway from Chongwenmen Station, Exit E, and look for the yellow China-TravelNote flag or headscarf.
8:30-9:30/14:30-15:30: Explore Dongjiaominxiang through 100 vintage photographs. Home to international embassies and European-style buildings, each boasting over a century of history, the area reveals hidden memories of the Eight-Nation Alliance, the Boxer Rebellion, the liberation of Peking, and the Western-style clubs. As the event progresses, layers of mystery are gradually unveiled. From today's perspective, explore traces of the old photos, imagine the lives of those who lived there, and journey back to the Republican era.
From 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM, walk past Zhengyangmen and arrive at the bustling Qianmen Street. This was once a bustling commercial hub during the Ming and Qing dynasties, home to a variety of century-old businesses. Here, you can find an early Chinese cinema, listen to a crosstalk performance by the Deyun Society at Sanqingyuan, enjoy authentic Qianmen big bowl tea and traditional candied haws, and browse century-old tailors and hat shops.
10:00-10:10/16:00-16:10 What's a trip to Beijing without experiencing the authentic hutongs? The traditional hutongs near Qianmen are still home to many of the original inhabitants. A simple "Have you eaten?" will instantly transport you to the life of old Beijing.
From 10:10 AM to 10:30 AM and 4:10 PM to 4:30 PM, head to Yangmeizhuxie Street. This is considered a small, artistic alley in Beijing. Renovated by the godfather of Japanese modern design, Kenya Hara, it combines traditional culture with a fresh new look. Join the fifth-generation successor of "Rabbit Master Zhang" to make traditional Beijing toys. Unleash your creativity and create a toy just for you to take home. (If you require a toy, please consult in advance and there will be an additional fee.)
The tour concludes at Yangmeizhuxie Street at 11:00 AM/5:00 PM. Your tour leader will recommend nearby restaurants, including Beijing Wang, Langfang Toutiao, and Qianmen Street. You can choose lunch or dinner at your own convenience.
Warm reminder: The production of intangible cultural heritage toys takes a long time, and an additional hour is required. In addition, the activity space is limited. Please inquire in advance whether you can experience it.
