Half day · Private tour
Hutong Life & Local Food Walk
胡同 · 老北京
Old Beijing lanes, a courtyard home and local snacks, on foot.
- DurationAbout 3.5 h
- GroupPrivate · 1–10 travelers
- PickupMeeting point 14:00
- GuideEnglish-speaking
- WalkingEasy, flat
- ShoppingNo shopping stops
Overview
Walk the old lanes around the Drum Tower, step into a courtyard home and try Beijing street snacks with a local.
Highlights
- Quiet lanes and courtyard homes
- 3–4 local snacks to try
- Drum and Bell Towers
Good for
- Food lovers
- Return visitors
Itinerary
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14:00
Meet at Nanluoguxiang 南锣鼓巷
Exact meeting point sent after booking.
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14:15
Hutong walk 胡同漫步
Old gates, courtyard homes and neighborhood life.
~1.5 h -
15:45
Courtyard home visit 四合院
Tea with a local family.
Included -
16:30
Street snacks 北京小吃
Try 3–4 local snacks.
Snacks included -
17:30
Finish near the Drum Tower 鼓楼
If plans change on the day
- Rain: more time indoors at the courtyard home and a snack shop.
Prices by group size
Price per person for a private tour. Bigger groups pay less per person.
| Group | Per person | Group total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveler | USD 109 | USD 109 |
| 2 travelers | USD 69 | USD 138 |
| 3 travelers | USD 59 | USD 177 |
| 4 travelers | USD 55 | USD 220 |
| 5 travelers | USD 49 | USD 245 |
| 6 travelers | USD 45 | USD 270 |
| 7 travelers | USD 45 | USD 315 |
| 8 travelers | USD 42 | USD 336 |
| 9 travelers | USD 42 | USD 378 |
| 10 travelers | USD 39 | USD 390 |
| 11 or more | Ask us for a quote | |
What's included
Included
- English-speaking guide
- Courtyard home visit
- Snack tasting
Not included
- Transport to the meeting point
- Dinner
- TipsOptional, never expected
Shopping: This tour has no shopping stops. We don't take you to jade, silk or tea shops.
Pickup & car
| Free pickup | Hotels inside the 4th Ring Road |
| Other areas | Small extra fee, ask us |
| Airport pickup | On request (PEK / PKX) |
| 1–3 travelers | Sedan |
| 4–6 travelers | 7-seat MPV |
| 7–10 travelers | Minibus |
| Child seats | On request |
Good to know
- Tell us about food allergies when you book.
- The walk is flat and easy.
Booking & cancellation
- If we can't confirm your date, you pay nothing.
- Free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup (Beijing time).
- Free date change, subject to availability.
FAQ
Can we change the pickup time?
Yes. Tell us what suits you when you send your inquiry.
How do I pay?
After we confirm, we send a secure payment link. You can also pay in cash on the day.
What if the weather is bad?
We check the forecast and contact you the day before with a plan.