Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

• Bell and Drum Towers

  1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included

  Your tour begins with a pickup from your hotel by a private guide at either 8:00 AM or 1:00 PM. You'll then travel via public transportation or taxi (at your own expense) to the historic hutong area, where the Drum Tower and Bell Tower stand at the end of Beijing’s central axis line. These iconic towers, once used to tell time for the city, offer fascinating insights into Beijing’s history. Climb to the top for a panoramic view and enjoy the thrilling Drum-Beating Performance, held at scheduled times throughout the day.

• Prince Kung's (Gong) Mansion

  2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included

  Next, stroll over to Prince Kung's Mansion (Gong Wang Fu), the best-preserved Qing Dynasty princely mansion. Once home to several noble families, this magnificent estate offers a rare glimpse into the lifestyle of the Chinese upper class during that era. With its well-organized layout and remarkable architectural craftsmanship, the mansion features beautiful pavilions, halls, corridors, bridges, and courtyards, all reflecting the perfect fusion of the royal family's opulence and the simpler, elegant folk style of the Qing Dynasty.

• Shichahai

  1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

  After visiting Prince Gong's Palace, you will explore the charming hutongs around Shichahai Lake, a picturesque area consisting of the Front Lake, West Lake, and Rear Lake, all surrounded by traditional Beijing-style houses. Here, you'll gain insight into the lifestyle of the city's older generations, as well as the social status of past residents, reflected in the unique architecture of their courtyards. At the end of the tour, your private guide will assist you in returning to your hotel, or you may choose to spend more time exploring the area, enjoy a meal, or relax at your own pace.