Nanluoguxiang

Why Nanluoguxiang is special ?

Nanluoguxiang is one of the best preserved historical areas in downtown Beijing, is famous for its hutong and siheyuan courtyards, as well as the bars, cafes, clothing and handicraft shops there.

This 768-meter-long south-north central lane has 16 hutong branching off the central lane, giving each side 8 hutong. Located between Gulou Dong Dajie (Drum Tower East Street) and Di'anmen East Street, this quaint street boasts many cool shops offering silk sh

Yet Nan Luo Gu Xiang is more than just a chic place to buy some Chinese-inspired gifts for friends, but also a mirror perfectly showing Chinese architecture of the Yuan Dynasty.

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What to explore at Nanluoguxiang?

Nanluoguxiang offers a real taste of traditional Beijing life in courtyard homes surrounded by grey walls. GuXian 20 is an example of a higher end courtyard hotel with its restaurant, 28 classy guest rooms decorated in traditional style and outdoor tennis court.

Wandering the streets will reward passers-by with fresh fruits drinks or ice cream from various vendors. Those wanting something wetter to enjoy may find the open air atmosphere of bars and restaurants very difficult to resist as somewhere to sit back and enjoy a cold beer along with delicious foods.

Included in the restaurants is Fish Nation, popular for its British style fish and chips. There is a roof top area available for enjoying summer evenings. Fish Nation is No. 113 Nanluoguxiang.

Those who enjoy shopping may be interested to visit The Pottery Workshop to see the world famous work of Caroline Cheng. While browsing her art you can also enjoy a glass of wine or a range of other drinks on sale.

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How to get to Nanluoguxiang?

Nanluoguxiang is located in Beijing's Dongcheng District north east of Beihai Lake and north of the Forbidden City.

Walk west or short taxi ride from either Beixinqiao or Zhangzizhonglu Subway Stations on Line 5.