Scenic spot introduction:
Wudaoying Hutong belonged to Chongjiaofang in the Ming Dynasty and was called Wudeweiying. It is said that this place was the military camp of the Ming Dynasty guarding the city, hence the name. In the Qing Dynasty, it belonged to Xianghuang Banner and was called Wudaoying. Today's Wudaoying is a hutong full of creativity and interest. In the early morning, the sun shines on the hutong and is full of life. In the evening, young people gather here, which is full of fashion. This place is full of interesting shops, offering all kinds of colors, aromas and tastes.Attractions distribution:
Wudaoying Hutong starts from Yonghegong Street in the east, ends at Andingmennei Street in the west, is connected to Jianchang Hutong in the south, and has two branch alleys leading to Andingmen East Street in the north. The total length is 632 meters and the width is 6 meters. There are many unique restaurants, cafes, and small shops in this alley. Behind the shops are courtyards and residential buildings. In the morning, you can see aunties wearing slippers and carrying large enamel bowls out to buy tofu poutine. In the evening, you can meet fashionable young and artistic people. In the alley, foreigners shuttle freely on bicycles, and children dig holes in the sand and play, which is full of fun.Scenic spot features:
photography, hiking, hutongs, creativity, food, hutongs, culturetravelling guideline:
1. You can walk in the alley in the morning and see the leisurely life in the alley. The fresh air, the occasional birds flying by, and the occasional shouting make the morning in the alley very beautiful.
2. There are many cool play shops in the alleys. Most of the shop owners are literary and artistic workers, and each shop reveals the artistic taste of the shop owner. Most stores don't open until the afternoon. If you want to visit the shops, it is better to come in the afternoon or evening.
3. It is worth mentioning that the small bars and restaurants in the alleys are not only decorated in a literary and artistic style, but also often have some performances. The restaurants also taste very good. You can choose one according to your preferences. Bar or restaurant, have a good experience.
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Scenic spot location:
China > Beijing > Dongcheng District
How to get there:
Wudaoying Hutong is located at the intersection of Yonghegong Street. Take Metro Line 2 or Metro Line 5 and get off at Yonghegong Station, exit C and walk there.
Scenic area map:
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Wudaoying ticket price:
free
Scenic area opening hours:
Most shops in Wudaoying Hutong only open after 10 o'clock.
