Private Tour: Tiananmen Area Night Walk with Lao She Teahouse Show

5.0 (3 reviews) 3–4 hours Free cancellation Skip the line Private tour

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Catch a performance at the Lao She Teahouse — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Performance in Laoshe Teahouse — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Embark on a magical evening exploration of Beijing’s historic heart with a private English-speaking guide. Wander through the grand, illuminated Tiananmen Square, then stroll Qianmen Street—lined with time-honored shops, snack stalls serving sugar-coated haws and roast duck bites, and nostalgic vintage trams.

Venture into Dashilan’s ancient lanes and nearby hutongs, where Qing Dynasty architecture and century-old stores reveal old Beijing’s charm, and catch a glowing glimpse of the iconic National Centre for the Performing Arts. Cap off the night at Lao She Teahouse: sip fragrant tea while enjoying a captivating folk show with Sichuan face-changing, Beijing opera arias, kung fu, hand shadow puppetry and acrobatics.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: Unique Beijing Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel drop off

Itinerary

Tiananmen Square

30 min

Your tour kicks off with a pickup from your downtown Beijing accommodation, where you’ll meet your private guide and start your evening exploration of Tiananmen Square and its surroundings. Stroll through the illuminated Gate of Heavenly Peace, admire the lit-up bridges and columns, and experience Tiananmen Square’s breathtaking sparkle after dark.

Flag-lowering ceremony viewing is available upon advance reservation. Please note that security checks for square entry can take 1–3 hours depending on the day; our guide will tailor the itinerary accordingly. As you wander the square, your guide will also share fascinating historical insights into the surrounding iconic buildings.
Qianmen Main Street Mall

one hour

From here, stroll to Qianmen Street and the Dashilan commercial district—once Beijing’s busiest thoroughfares during the Ming and Qing dynasties, showcasing traditional local architecture and time-honored merchant culture. Revered as a symbol of old Beijing for its grandeur and unique design, Qianmen Street has thrived as a commercial hub for nearly seven centuries.

Wander its bustling lanes to admire well-preserved classic buildings and iconic vintage "dangdang" trams. Explore renowned century-old shops like Quanjude (roast duck) and Liubiju (traditional pickles), then dive into the lively snack streets—where you can try adventurous local treats like fried scorpions and silkworm pupae (self-paid). Continue to Dashilan’s ancient alleyways to soak up the authentic charm of old Beijing’s commercial heritage.
Lao She Teahouse

one hour Admission included

Lao She Teahouse, named for the renowned 20th-century Chinese writer Lao She—his classic play Teahouse remains beloved across China. Step inside to soak up its elegant, unfussy atmosphere, evoking 1930s Beijing’s golden era, while sipping authentic Chinese tea and sampling local desserts.

En route to the teahouse, we’ll make a stop at the National Centre for the Performing Arts. By night, this iconic landmark shines with scattered "mushroom lights" across its smooth ellipsoid shell, resembling twinkling stars against the sky, with its reflection dancing on the surrounding lake for a magical photo backdrop .

The teahouse’s highlight is its traditional variety show, featuring crowd-pleasing acts like Sichuan face-changing, Beijing opera, acrobatics, hand shadow puppetry, kung fu, magic&tea ceremony performances .

Your guide will depart after seating you.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Youbo Member Selected Hotel
Piao Home Inn Beijing South Station
Beijing South Railway Station Temple of Heaven Manxin Hotel
Hi Inn (Beijing Jintai Road Subway Station)
Beijing Gulou Nanluoguxiang Hotel
Xin Yan Du Liujiayao Metro Station
Hampton By Hilton Beijing South Railway Station
Hanting Hotel Beijing South Railway Station Muxiyuan
Hi Inn Beijing South Railway Station
Hanting Hotel (Yonghe Palace Heping Metro Station
Beijing Cheap Fang Hotel (Tiananmen Square)
JI Hotel Beijing Andingmen Andeli North Street

and 2,378 more pickup points

We will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel if your hotel is within the 4th ring road of Beijing city, if your hotel is out of the 4th ring road, you can travel to city to meet our guide or hotel pick up may have extra cost

Using your ticket

Dress code is smart casual
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Options

Tickets 6-8th Row

Row 6-8: This option including Show tickets 6-8th Row

Pickup included
Show Tickets 10-12th Row

This option including the show tickets 10-12th Row.

Pickup included
VIP 1-2nd Row

This option including the Vip Tickets which is between 1-2nd Row.

Pickup included
Center Tickets 3-5th Row

This option including Center Tickets between 3-5th Row

Pickup included