• Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang) - Begin your tour with a convenient pickup from your downtown Beijing hotel, where you’ll meet your private guide to embark on an evening exploration of Tiananmen Square and its vicinity. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the illuminated Gate of Heavenly Peace, admire the beautifully lit bridges and columns, and experience the stunning sparkle of Tiananmen Square after dark.

Advance reservations are required for viewing the flag-lowering ceremony. Please be aware that security checks for entering the square can take 1–3 hours depending on the day; our guide will adjust the itinerary accordingly. As you explore the square, your guide will share intriguing historical insights about the iconic buildings surrounding it.

• Qianmen Main Street Mall - From here, proceed to Qianmen Street and the Dashilan commercial district—once the busiest thoroughfares in Beijing during the Ming and Qing dynasties, showcasing traditional local architecture and a rich merchant culture. Celebrated as a symbol of old Beijing for its grandeur and unique design, Qianmen Street has flourished as a commercial hub for nearly seven centuries.
  Stroll through its lively lanes to admire well-preserved classic buildings and iconic vintage “dangdang” trams. Discover renowned century-old shops like Quanjude (roast duck) and Liubiju (traditional pickles), then explore the vibrant snack streets—where you can try adventurous local delicacies like fried scorpions and silkworm pupae (self-paid). Continue to Dashilan’s ancient alleyways to immerse yourself in the authentic charm of old Beijing’s commercial heritage.
• Lao She Teahouse - Named after the esteemed 20th-century Chinese writer Lao She, whose classic play Teahouse is cherished throughout China, Lao She Teahouse offers an elegant, unpretentious atmosphere reminiscent of 1930s Beijing’s golden era. Enjoy authentic Chinese tea and local desserts in this charming setting.
  On the way to the teahouse, a stop will be made at the National Centre for the Performing Arts. At night, this iconic landmark glows with scattered “mushroom lights” across its smooth ellipsoid shell, resembling twinkling stars against the sky, with its reflection shimmering on the surrounding lake, creating a magical photo opportunity.
  The highlight of the teahouse is its traditional variety show, featuring popular acts such as Sichuan face-changing, Beijing opera, acrobatics, hand shadow puppetry, kung fu, magic, and tea ceremony performances.
  Your guide will leave after ensuring you are comfortably seated.

• Local guide
• Show ticket
• One way transportation fee from hotel to Tian’anmen Square
• Snacks (during the show at Lao She Teahouse)

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Gratuities
• Hotel drop off

Embark on an enchanting evening tour of Beijing’s historic center with a private English-speaking guide. Explore the majestic, illuminated Tiananmen Square, then meander along Qianmen Street—adorned with traditional shops, snack stalls offering sugar-coated haws and roast duck bites, and charming vintage trams.

Delve into Dashilan’s ancient alleys and nearby hutongs, where Qing Dynasty architecture and century-old shops showcase the allure of old Beijing, and admire the glowing sight of the iconic National Centre for the Performing Arts. Conclude the evening at Lao She Teahouse: savor aromatic tea while enjoying a mesmerizing folk show featuring Sichuan face-changing, Beijing opera arias, kung fu, hand shadow puppetry, and acrobatics.

• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.