Back Lakes (Hou Hai) Tours and Tickets

Soak up Beijing's electric nightlife on a 5-hour evening tour of the city's best bars and live music venues. Enjoy two complimentary drinks as you hop between pubs, clubs and cocktail bars, and learn about the city's thriving music scene from your local guide. Admire the illuminated landmarks of Tiananmen Square, experience the lively atmosphere of Nanluoguxiang Street and tuck into street food (own expense) as you wander through the historic Houhai district. This small-group tour is limited to 9 people for an authentic, intimate experience, and includes hotel pick-up.

Skip the long lines at the Forbidden City and gain a deeper understanding of old Beijing on this guided small-group tour. Traveling in a group of maximum 15 people, tour Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, ride a rickshaw through ancient "hutong" alleys, and feast on a dumpling lunch. Finally, tour a silk factory and explore the Temple of Heaven, where emperors once prayed for good harvest and good fortune.

Explore the hutongs of Beijing on a private walking tour that introduces you to these narrow streets and alleys typical of this part of China. You'll walk around Houhai Lake and along Yandai Xie Street (aka Tobacco Pipe Street), plus watch a drumming performance and enjoy a tea ceremony at Bell and Drum Towers.

Delve deep into Beijing's rich culture on this 8-hour private experience. Admire the UNESCO-protected Temple of Heaven, Jingshan Park, and Drum and Bell Towers; and explore the 'hutong' neighborhoods of courtyard homes and narrow lanes by foot and rickshaw. View a courtyard home, take a lake cruise, and savor an imperial-style lunch. Plus, learn a traditional craft like paper-cutting at a family home. Entrance fees, private transport, and central hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Enjoy three experiences in one night with this guided tour that blends food and romance. Dine at Little Yunnan Restaurant near the Forbidden City and then head to Shica Lak Park to board your chartered boat. Sip tea and indulge in some snacks while floating along to Houhai Lake. Finish the evening with a walk among the unique shops of Xie Street (Hutong).  

Get an insider's look at life in Beijing's traditional hutong neighborhoods during this immersive walking tour. Discover more than 700 years of history as you wander a maze of atmospheric back alleys, then hop a rickshaw to cover highlights like Lama Temple and Sia Cha Lake. Tours also include homemade tea with a local family and a behind-the-scenes peek at a cricket fighting show.

See Beijing city from three different perspective during a private sightseeing tour by subway, rickshaw, and on foot. Act like a local and take the subway to Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang); see the sights at a leisurely pace during a stroll to the Forbidden City (Imperial City); and ride a rickshaw to Yinding Bridge, which links two scenic lakes.

There's no better way to discover traditional Beijing life in authentic "hutong" neighborhoods than with a private guide. This door-to-door private bike tour combines the well-known attractions with less-visited lanes where locals still go about their daily lives. Besides Nanluoguxiang, Back Lakes, and Yandai Xie Street, see a drum show at the Drum Tower, enjoy a dumpling lunch, and visit some newly renovated "hutong" beside the Grand Canal.

See the sights of Beijing at night during this 3-to-4-hour tour, including round-trip transport. First venture to the Wangfujing Food Market, and explore exotic food items, such as scorpion, snakes, silk warms, and grasshoppers. Then visit Qianmen Street, the National Center for the Performing Arts, and the Olympic Green park. End your tour in the Houhai Lake area, which is known for its awesome nightlife, and choose to stay in that area or go back to your hotel.

Enjoy an evening out in Beijing that starts with a Chinese acrobatic show at Chaoyang Theater and winds down with a Peking duck dinner. Watch a the breathtaking talents of the acrobats. who perform balancing acts and other feats during the acrobatics show. Then head to a restaurant that is a favorite among the locals and tuck into a delicious dinner that features Peking duck. Learn how Peking duck is traditionally prepared and eaten, then relax during your leisurely meal. Includes entrance tickets, dinner, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Meander down some of Beijing's most evocative and lively streets, and follow in locals' footsteps, on this private walking tour. Set off in the early evening (or at a time of your choosing). Your first stop is Nanluoguxiang, one of Beijing's most popular hutongs (historical alleys). Wander past its courtyard houses and shops and continue to the centuries-old Drum Tower. With your guide for company, you'll also cross the scenic Yinding Bridge, view the nightlife spots on Lotus Lane, admire Qianhai Lake, and more.

Come and enjoy a day in Beijing to see famous attractions such as Summer Palace, and  Lama Temple. Experience the interesting Rickshaw at Hutong (Beijing old neighborhood) and Houhai Lake area. In addition, see the adorable Panda in the Panda House in Beijing Zoo. This 8-hour private tour includes tasty local lunch as well.

Discover the quieter side of Beijing on a 3-hour evening bike tour with an expert guide. Admire the city sights at night as you bike through Tiananmen Square and along the moat of the Forbidden City. See the illuminated National Theater, and take in the lively nightlife and lush environs of Houhai Lakes. Hear about Beijing's history from your informative guide, and stop to taste favorite local snacks on this fun and fascinating bike tour.

Spend a wonderful evening at beautiful Jingshan Park (Jingshan Gongyuan) to enjoy the fantastic sunset as well as to overlook the Old and New of Beijing city. In additional, have a bird-eye view of Forbidden City-The Palace Museum, and visit Back Lakes (Hou Hai), Nanluoguxing, Hou Lake, Yandai Xie Street,Shichahai Scenic Resort, Bell and Drum Tower Square.

Explore the heart of Beijing, including its old 'hutong' quarters on this 4-hour private evening tour. See the Bell and Drum Towers, and discover hutong alleyways and courtyard homes as you learn about life here. Savor dinner in a family home and enjoy a 60-minute private rowing boat cruise on the Back Lakes (Houhai), complete with tea, snacks, and traditional lute or zither music. Central hotel pickup and drop-off, and private minivan transport included.

Celebrate an evening in Beijing in imperial style with this 4-hour dinner and evening sightseeing experience. Travel by private vehicle to the famous Bai Jia Da Yuan restaurant, housed in a Qing-era palace surrounded by exotic gardens. Enjoy an imperial-inspired dinner entertained by live Chinese opera cameos, and then enjoy a sightseeing drive around some of Beijing's top landmarks. Finish with a tour of lively, lakeside Houhai street, including a bar stop for a beer.

Step out for an afternoon of sightseeing in Beijing's traditional hutongs, focusing on the Shichahai Lakes district and Nanluoguxiang Alley. See a mixture of old buildings along the ancient alleyways, including some that were built 800 years ago, then discover the modern boutiques, cafes and bars that they contain. Admire the temples and mansions around Shihachai, and partake in a traditional tea ceremony at the Bell Tower. Top off your experience with a dinner that showcases Peking duck, then enjoy a traditional Peking Opera performance at the Liyuan Theater during the night.

Exploring Beijing with your personal tour guide is a fantastic way to enjoy the city. Visit the famous attractions like Forbidden City-The Palace Museum,Tiananmen Square, Hutongs, Back Lakes(Houhai) and Summer Palace (Yiheyuan).

Combine a romantic night out with Beijing city sightseeing on this private Beijing evening tour. Begin your night with a romantic dinner at the well-regarded King's Joy vegetarian restaurant, known for its innovative dishes and artistic presentations. Then, continue on a private Beijing city night tour, with customizable options including Tiananmen Square, the Olympic Stadium, and the Houhai lake area.

Combine your Old Beijing sightseeing experience with several different cultural activities on this immersive, multi-part tour. Meet your guide directly at your hotel, and travel to Beijing's hutongs - traditional alleyways and courtyard dwellings that have been a part of the city for centuries. In addition to a sightseeing tour of the area, you'll also take part in a Chinese opera mask-painting session, followed by a tea ceremony. For an upgrade, you can also add a traditional, local meal to your itinerary.