Top Beijing Nightlife - page 2

Beijing: Ancient Towers & Cricket King Step 700 years back into the soul of Old Beijing. Historic Echoes: Start at the Bell & Drum Towers. See massive drums and climb up for panoramic views of the grey-tiled Hutong rooftops. Courtyard Life: Enter a private home to practice calligraphy and make dumplings. Enjoy a traditional Beijing soul food light lunch served in a quiet, local courtyard. The Cricket King: Meet a renowned Cricket Master in person. Discover this unique Lao Beijing tradition and the legends of these tiny "warriors." Rickshaw Journey: In Shichahai, board a rickshaw through winding alleys. See the real, unfiltered daily life of families living in historic courtyards. Finale: We end at Yandaixiejie, an 800-year-old street famous for artisan shops and street food. Great for gifts! Arrival: Set DiDi to YaoJi ChaoGan Gulou (姚记炒肝鼓楼店). Face the shop, take the alley to your left, walk 1 min to the Drum Tower (鼓楼) gate.

It can be difficult to find traditional culture and cuisine in Beijing on your own. Skip the guesswork with this private guided half-day evening tour that includes a Chinese dinner with traditional performances at Da Zhai Men restaurant. Watch live opera, face-changing, and acrobatics during your meal. After dinner, take a night walking tour of Nanluoguxiang, a lively street known for its traditional architecture and vibrant nightlife.

Feast your senses on the spectacular sights of an acrobatic show and the tantalizing taste of Peking duck, without having to arrange separate outings, during this combo evening experience in Beijing. Dine at a banquet featuring signature Peking duck, then enjoy VIP seats to a traditional acrobatics performance. Includes skip-the-line access and hotel transfers from central Beijing hotels.

See the Chinese imperial palace used from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty up close on this private tour of the Forbidden City. Please be aware that this tour doesn’t include transportation to and from the attractions, but your private guide can help you get a taxi or other form of transport (own expense). The tour includes admission ticket, but at least 2 days in advance.