Liyuan Theatre Tours and Tickets
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What are people saying about Liyuan Theatre
Sarah_G, Dec 2025
Astonishing theatre
A cultural highlight. Astonishing theatre experience
The guard explained a lot about the theatre history. We were collected and returned to our hotel
Michiel_H, Jul 2025
Very nice opera show,...
Very nice opera show, colorfull costumes, lots of action and traditional music. Efficient transport from and to hotel. Vibrant and enthousistic guide. Recommended.
Gabriela_M, Jun 2025
Once in a lifetime experience I will never forget!
This was such an amazing experience! Our driver was on time to pick us up and I was constantly in communication with the provider of the service. When we arrived, we had a variety of snacks and drinks to choose from. As for the performance, it was a one of a kind experience that transported me back in time. The costumes, music, and the actors were incredible. I truly recommend this experience if you are visiting Beijing!
Kajsa_J, Jun 2025
Good
Our guide Kathy had a wonderful positive bubbly attitude. She was able to answer any questions we had and explained about the opera before hand. She was great. Transfer service was smooth and the snacks provided at the show were nice. It is good to know that the show itself is more one scene snippets of full length shows, to get a sense of the style.
Jan_L, Apr 2025
Beijing Peking Opera
Fantastic Peking Opera performance. Stage actors were acrobatic and costumes outstanding. Two different stories, and the first one was a classic Chinese story. Ask for Cathy as your guide. She is bubbly and energetic. Made the night memorable.
deborah_b, Nov 2024
An enjoyable experience
We had a wonderful time. Cathy our guide made sure we had the best seats and view she was wonderful. We sat with two Americans and they just added to our whole experience which I will never forget.
Anja_S, Oct 2024
Recommended
Great experience. Some of the best seats, good variety of snacks, tea, and Hotel pickup. Very nice driver and Tour guide. If you don't have the time for a full opera show, this is a very good option.
Kade_L, Oct 2024
Beijing opera
Nice show, lasts about an hour. Driver was polite and got us there without issue. Cathy was helpful as well.
Manuela_B, Aug 2024
Fab VIP Peking Opera night
An all round good experience. Most memorabile part was the Story of general Ma: Amazing costumes and great fighting scenes. The VIP transfer was enjoyable, the guide friendly and gave some facts about the wonderful Peking Opera.
Patrick_M, Aug 2024
Beijing Opera
We really enjoyed the Beijing opera. It has three different acts with different stories. The show was amazing. Well worth a visit. We were met by Cathy at our hotel lobby and taken by private car to the opera. While on route, she explained the different acts. When we arrived she made sure we were seated at the front.
Cathy is a very friendly and experienced tour guide and will ensure you will get the best out of your Beijing visit. I would recommend her
Camilla_E, Jan 2024
Highly enjoyable alternative
Unfortunately the opera event was not available. Cathy from the tour agency recommended an acrobatic show instead, which was amazing! Well worth seeing. The driver picked me up easily and came into the theatre foyer with me to check that I knew where my seat was. The driver also waited for me in the foyer after the event. Very smooth, no problems.
Sarah_S, Jun 2025
Absolutely would recommend
Kathy was the BEST!! Overall, the experience was so fun: transportation was clean and we learned so much about the opera on the ride from our hotel, and Kathy made sure we had the best view in the front row. The show itself was such a unique experience, we really loved the costumes and makeup and storytelling. The different acrobatics and the vocal abilities of the actors were so impressive! It was easy to understand and we were happy to have some delicious little treats available at our table. I especially liked the Jasmine tea provided. I would absolutely recommend this experience for anyone traveling to Beijing!!
Liyuan Theatre
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- A performance at the Liyuan Theatre is an excellent introduction to Beijing opera.
- Book your tickets ahead of time to ensure you get a seat.
- Music during the performance is often quite loud; bring ear plugs if you’re sensitive to loud noises.
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