West of Beijing’s Old Gulou Street lies a quiet little lane named Xiaoshiqiao Hutong. Stretching 303 meters and running east to west, it curves slightly at the western end, leading to Dashiqiao Hutong and Xinkai Hutong.
North of Beijing’s Gulou West Street lies an unassuming little lane named Zhuzhong Hutong. Its name sounds distinctive for a reason—it was once the imperial bell-casting site of the Ming Dynasty.
Nestled beside Beijing’s famous Houhai Scenic Area lies a charming little lane—Dongming Hutong. Though short in length, it has become a fascinating spot to explore thanks to its unique history and irregular shape. Where is Dongming Hutong and What Does It Look Like? Dongming Hutong is incredibly easy to find,…
In Beijing’s Xicheng District lies Liuhai Hutong, a quiet lane stretching from Songshu Street in the east to Deshengmen Inner Street in the west, merely a few hundred meters in total length.
In Beijing, the crisscrossing hutongs are like the capillaries of this ancient city. Today, we’ll take you to a special little lane—Hongshan Hutong. It is short, taking only two or three minutes to walk from one end to the other, yet the stories it holds span centuries. Where is Hongshan…
If you’re looking for a unique hutong experience in Beijing, Jiuwan Hutong is definitely one of the most distinctive options. As Beijing’s most winding alley, this 390-meter-long lane actually features 13 turns. In such a compact space, you can easily find yourself in a fun “lost” situation if you’re not…
If you’re looking for a tranquil hutong experience near Shichahai, Longtoujing Hutong is an excellent choice. Unlike the bustling tourist hutongs nearby, this place offers a relaxed atmosphere, vibrant local life, and authentic traditional Old Beijing architecture—less noise, more charm. Having lived in Beijing for over a decade, I always…
Yangfang Hutong is one of the lesser-known hutongs in central Beijing. Tucked away from the usual tourist routes, it offers a glimpse into the most authentic local life of old Beijing. Unlike Beijing’s famous “Instagram-worthy” hutongs, this area is quiet and unpretentious, free from excessive commercialization, and still retains the…
Nestled near Beijing’s Shichahai Lake lies Yangjiaodeng Hutong, a small lane steeped in historical charm. Formed during the Qianlong Reign of the Qing Dynasty (18th century), it runs east to west, connecting Sanqiaoqiao Hutong and Longtoujing Street. Behind its name lies a precious memory of old Beijing’s traditional handicrafts.
