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Beijing Historic Free Tour with Calligraphy: China's First & Original

9.8 (142)

Start exploring Beijing with our best local storyteller, to discover the urban legends of Beijing through thousands of years of imperial history that makes it the cultural and power center of China!

Provided by Free Tours China

3 hours

10:00 AM

3 hours

10:00 AM

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Original Beijing Free Tour: Imperial Twilight, Hutong Code, Local Vibe

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Finished the Forbidden City and wondering what’s next? This twilight Beijing tour starts right outside the palace gates. Dive into the city’s magical evening vibe, blending vibrant local culture with stunning night views.

Provided by M&M LocalFlow

2 hours

2:00 PM, 4:30 PM +1 More +1 More

2 hours

2:00 PM, 4:30 PM +1 More +1 More

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Free Tour Through Beijing's Revolutionary Heart

9.8 (24)

Discover Beijing’s timeless temples on a captivating walk! Uncover 3,000 years of history, from ancient dynasties to modern China, as we explore sacred sites that reveal the city’s spiritual and cultural soul.

Provided by April

2h 30min

10:00 AM, 1:45 PM

2h 30min

10:00 AM, 1:45 PM

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The Classics & Secret Spots — All in One Beijing Walking Tour

9.7 (41)

Join our Free Walking Tour along Beijing’s Ghost Rivers and uncover hidden corners, secret tales, and the city’s unseen charm. Discover stories even locals don’t know and see Beijing in a whole new light.

Provided by April

2 hours

10:00 AM, 1:45 PM

2 hours

10:00 AM, 1:45 PM

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Arts & Crafts Museum: Explore Chinese Masterpieces Through the Ages

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This 2-hour tour decodes 5,000 years of Chinese masterpieces at the free National Arts & Crafts Museum. Discover breathtaking jade treasures and hidden heritage that guidebooks miss. Fast, fun, and completely unforgettable.

Provided by Wonder Wan

2 hours

10:00 AM, 2:00 PM

2 hours

10:00 AM, 2:00 PM

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Chinese Paintings: Xu Beihong Memorial Museum & Xihai Art Museum Tour

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Explore scenic Xihai Lake on a Beijing walking tour where history meets art. Trace the legacy of ancient water engineering, admire traditional courtyard architecture, and uncover the soul of Chinese creativity in a stunning lakeside setting.

Provided by Wonder Wan

2 hours

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM

2 hours

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM

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Beijing Taxation Museum Free Tour: Secrets of Ancient China’s Economy

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Explore the legacy of Guan Zhong and Shang Yang, the masterminds who reshaped empires. This tour brings ancient China’s economic reformers to life through rare artifacts and bold ideas.

Provided by Wonder Wan

1h 30min

10:00 AM, 2:00 PM

1h 30min

10:00 AM, 2:00 PM

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Free Walking Tour: Old Beijing Food, Streets & Stories

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Taste your way through Old Beijing on this relaxed Qianmen and Dashilar walking tour. Discover historic streets, famous local brands, and authentic snacks while experiencing the culture and everyday life of the city.

Provided by M&M LocalFlow

2 hours

4:30 PM

2 hours

4:30 PM

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Six Centuries of Chinese History: Real Imperial Archives Free Tour

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This unique tour uncovers over 10M real imperial papers: secret succession edicts, maps, and handwritten notes. Dive into the actual documents that ran an empire - raw history, not hearsay.

Provided by Wonder Wan

2 hours

10:00 AM, 2:00 PM

2 hours

10:00 AM, 2:00 PM

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Beyond the Landmarks: A Local Beijing Walk

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Step beyond the landmarks on this authentic Beijing hutongs tour. Explore local markets, admire historic architecture, and taste delicious snacks on a relaxed walk filled with hidden stories from your local host.

Provided by M&M LocalFlow

1h 30min

10:00 AM, 5:00 PM

1h 30min

10:00 AM, 5:00 PM

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7,154 Reviews in Beijing

by NATASHA STEWART

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026

"Great guide"

April is very knowledgeable and on time. We highly recommend this tour.

by Mark Oren

Reviewed on May 28, 2026

"Highly recommended"

I highly recommend this tour at the beginning of the Beijing trip. It was very interesting and informative

by Jozef Rostar

Reviewed on May 18, 2026

"April Top"

Apríl was very nice and helpful. She answered on all our questions. Tour is 90 percent hutong with interesting facts. If your want to see this síce od china, IT IS the best

by Judy Griffin

Reviewed on May 15, 2026

"Great Intro to Beijing!"

April was an excellent guide. We started promptly and began with an overview of the history of Beijing. Our walk took us through small historical neighborhoods. Our guide did a great job...

by Avinesh chand

Reviewed on May 07, 2026

"Excellent tour"

April was very informative. Great tour to give you an insight on a old part of Beijing which reveals daily life of residents. A plesant 2 hours!

by Laura Pierfelici

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

"WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE ????????????"

The tour was super well organized and very interesting!! The guide was so nice friendly and she gave us a lot of curiosity and information! I higlt recommended!! Thabks a lot!

by Annalena Düll

Reviewed on Apr 07, 2026

"perfect."

perfect, it was fun

by Robin Goh

Reviewed on Apr 04, 2026

"Great walking tour with calligraphy experience"

Sivan is a great guide with good knowledge and presentation. the walking tour is relax and enjoyable with great understanding of the local culture. Highly recommended.

by Zhamilya Ormanova

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

"Forbiddeb city"

The tour was well-organized logistically, all the checks passed smoothly. Rocky is very knowledgeable. After the Forbidden city he helped to climb the sightseeing platform in the park to seevthe...

by Priscilla Randrianarison

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

"Great tour - recommended"

April was very knowledgable and shared a lot of interesting facts about the city and its past and present history. It’s a great tour if you want to dive a bit deeper in the Chinese culture and...

by Pablo Mandelbaum

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

"excelente tour to Beijing old city"

Sharry is a very intelligent guide who loves her job, and that shines through in how she explains and shows off her city. If you want to explore the center of Beijing, learn about its history, and...

by Matteo Di Rubbo

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

"Superb guide"

We had a fantastic time with our guide April showing us around the hutong and hidden gems we would have never found. We absolutely recommend to see the less touristy side of Beijing!

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