Top Northern China Craft Classes

1.Create your artwork together with your professional and welcoming artisan 2.Explore the essence of Chinese culture through hands-on experience 3.Just 10 mins walk from Tiananmen Square and 3 mins walk from Dashila 4.Enjoy your workshop in a vibrant Hutong filled with all kinds of stylish shops 5.Bring home your seal, a silk-covered box, and red paste as memorable keepsake

Make your journey more meaningful and unforgettable by diving deep into China's rich cultural heritage. This experience is highly recommended for families with children —a perfect opportunity to bond while exploring ancient traditions together!

Peking Opera has a 200-year history and is considered a national treasure. In the heart of Beijing's city center (near Qianmen), there sits a Yangtze-style park built during Emperor Qianlong's reign, and our activity takes place in a Peking Opera theater within this park. You can tour the traditional opera theater stage for free and try on Peking Opera costumes (additional cost of $41). You'll spend 1.5 hours here, creating your own Peking Opera facial mask souvenir to take home as a memento of Beijing's traditional culture.

Explore the Beijing Hutongs in depth by join this 3 hour private tour, get a wonderful glimpse into traditional Beijing lifestyle and culture. Tour start from the Drum and Bell Towers in Beijing, combine walking and rickshaw experience. When visit the courtyard family, 30 minutes culture class will make the tour really fun, you can choose to learn Chinese calligraphy, paper cutting or mask painting.

A real courtyard, not a stage set. 93 Courtyard Museum is an authentically preserved century-old siheyuan — not a tourist replica, but a living piece of Beijing's architectural heritage. You make, you don't watch. Every workshop is hands-on from start to finish. No passive demonstrations. You leave with a finished piece you created yourself. Learn from an artisan, not a tour guide. Real techniques, real stories, real patience. Private and intimate. Groups are capped at 4–8 people. No crowded rooms, no rushed rotations. You get genuine one-on-one guidance at your own pace. Six crafts, your choice. More options available to choose from on-site. Tucked in a quiet hutong lane far from the crowds, this is a side of Beijing most visitors never find. No experience required. Just curiosity. All instruction is in English, and every step is guided. A souvenir with a story. Your handmade creation is packaged for travel — and it means more than anything you'd buy in a shop.

Discover the Hidden Cultural Gem of Shenyang: Manchu Paper Pinching Art! Step into Shenyang, the former capital of the Qing Dynasty. Beyond the iconic red walls and golden tiles of the Imperial Palace, there lies a hidden cultural treasure waiting for you to uncover – Manchu Paper Pinching Art. This is a magical craft that requires no scissors! With just your hands, you can transform ordinary flat paper into intricate 3D patterns. Known as a “living fossil” of Manchu culture, it carries the rich heritage and artistic wisdom of the Manchu people. Here, you will not only learn about the fascinating culture of the Qing Dynasty but also have the unique opportunity to experience this intangible cultural heritage firsthand. Under the guidance of skilled artisans, you will master the techniques of paper pinching and create your own distinctive Manchu-style handicraft to take home as a special souvenir of your trip to Shenyang!

Delve into the world of Chinese metaphysics through a personalized consultation in the heart of Beijing. This intimate experience utilizes 5 Elements and personal Feng Shui analysis to reveal your dominant and deficient elements—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—guiding you towards greater balance. Participants receive a tailored wellness roadmap, including suggestions for supplements and lifestyle changes to enhance personal energy. Each consultation is complemented by a premium coffee or tea service, creating a harmonious blend of East and West. Leave with a deeper understanding of your inner energy map and a practical kit to maintain equilibrium long after your visit.