Step into nostalgic hutong alleyways and experience daily life in a traditional Beijing courtyard home

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Step into nostalgic hutong alleyways to experience daily life in old Beijing, and stay in a courtyard home to soak in the rich historical atmosphere.

This historic courtyard home is located in a hutong near Donghuamen Gate of the Forbidden City in the heart of Beijing’s urban center. It lies in one of the best-preserved hutong districts in the city, making it perfect for travelers to experience traditional Beijing culture and lifestyle.

The house is a private small courtyard within the hutong, spanning about 20 square meters. The most exciting part is the 30-square-meter yard and shared terrace outside, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the ambiance of old Beijing.

For travelers, transportation is also very convenient. The home is just a 10-minute walk from Tiananmen Square, Jingshan Park, and Wangfujing, and only a 15-minute walk from Qianmen Street and Nanluoguxiang. There’s also a nearby subway station, and hailing a taxi is extremely easy.

Travelers who aren’t keen on cooking need not worry—there are many long-established breakfast shops nearby that are favorites among locals. You can also walk to Qianmen Street and Gulou Street to enjoy authentic and traditional Beijing cuisine.