Beijing Private: Shijia Hutong, Lao She Teahouse, Capital Museum and Art Gallery

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This one day tour is highly recommended for those travelers who’d like to learn and see more than just the main landmarks in Beijing. Stroll through the lesser-known Shijia hutong that is far from the crowds, and take in the atmospheric old alleyways of east Beijing. Enjoy Big Bowl Tea and a Chinese shadow puppet show at the Lao She Teahouse. Spend the afternoon in Capital Museum, and then Red Brick Art Museum where you can see the best contemporary art gallery in Beijing. Includes English-speaking guide, entrance fees, lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off.

What's Included

Entrance fees
English-speaking guide service
A Chinese lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Beijing city center
Breakfast
Dinner
Gratuities to guide and driver (recommended)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your hotel in Beijing city center

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    After hotel pickup at around 9:00 am, you will set off to visit the first destination - Shijia Hutong. It is a real hidden gem behind the hotels and shops of Wangfujing. Learn from your guide about the area’s architecture and culture as you walk along the small alleyways. There is also a small private museum that is dedicated to preserving the history of Beijing’s hutongs.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Head inside the Lao She Teahouse which offers a glance of the tradition and varieties of tea, and the famous Da Wan Cha ( Big Bowl Tea) is a must try! You can also enjoy the 90-minute show of different types of traditional performances, including singing, puppet show, Chinese opera, martial arts and more.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    After lunch, continue to visit Capital Museum. See the amazing exhibits that display ancient Chinese art such as bronze statues, jade utensils, ancient calligraphy and paintings.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    You will not only see the city’s best contemporary art in the gallery, but also enjoy the structure of the museum that is a piece of art in itself. Prepare your camera to capture the sculptural beauty of the red brick walls. Tour concludes at 5:00 pm with transfer back to your hotel.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Booking with 1 Adult offers driver/guide only
  • Booking with 2 Adults and more offers driver&guide
Supplied by Century Holiday

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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