One Day Beijing Round-Trip to Hetou Old Street by High-speed Train
Tour Overview
Want an immersive experience of the Tang Dynasty culture and wear Hanfu? Xi’an is a great place but it’s too far from Beijing. Now, let’s take a look at Hetou Old Street!Ā Only one hour away from Beijing by high-speed train, Hetou Old Street is based on the prosperous Tang culture integrating port-opening culture, local customs and temple fair.
The site displays architectural designs from the Republican period. You can explore historic Hanfu streets while experiencing traditional Pingju opera performances, taking photos, enjoying Tangshan street food and watching cultural heritage shows which include iron fireworks and shadow puppetry. The one day Beijing side trip provides you with an exceptional opportunity to experience traditional Chinese culture.
Travel destinations: Beijing, Tangshan
Suitable for: Culture Lovers, Foodies, Photography Seekers
Tour type: Private
Highlights of this tour:
- Experience a 1-hour high-speed train from Beijing to Tangshan for a convenient one-day cultural escape.
- Explore Hetou Old Streetās architecture and immersive Republic of Chinaāstyle streetscape.
- Enjoy traditional performances including shadow puppetry, drum music and Pingju opera.
- Taste authentic Tangshan snacks while strolling through lively streets dressed in Hanfu.
Day-by-day Itinerary
- Day 1: Beijing to Tangshan by High-speed TrainExplore Hetou Old Street, Enjoy Culture, Performances and Local Snacks
After noon, your tour guide and driver will meet you at the hotel lobby at the agreed time and drive to the railway stationĀ in Beijing. Take the high-speed train there for about 1Ā hour and arrive in Tangshan. After arriving, you will be directly sent to the Hetou Old Street. This street is based on the prosperous Tang culture and integrates local customs and temple fair culture.
Opening Hours
Monday:Ā 16:00-23:00
Tuesday to Sunday:Ā 15:00-23:00
Hetou Old Street at Night The scenic area covers an area of about 330Ā acres where you can experience Tangshan culture firsthand. Green brick and grey tile houses, winding streets, stone bridges, flowing water, retro memorialĀ archway, red lanterns, these elements accurately reproduce the prosperous street scene of Tangshan in the Republic of China. Entering it feels like crossing time and space. More than 30 Hanfu shopsĀ offer various decorations, allowing you to stroll around in HanfuĀ clothingĀ and enhance your immersive experience.
The areaĀ showcases richĀ cultures including intangible heritagesĀ such as shadow puppetry, drum music, and Pingju opera. Regular street performancesĀ featuring characters like newsboys, flower sellers and rickshaw pullers, as well as specific periods of folk paradesĀ or opera performances. In several small thematic exhibitionĀ areas, you can see nostalgic scenes such as retro photo studios, barber shops and train stations.
Amazing performance at HetouOld Street After learning about Tangshan's food culture, you can taste typical snacks, such as Hongyan pig-foreĀ leg, sesame candy, baked cake in griddle, etc. The food is freshly made and soldĀ with a fragrant aroma that you can enjoy while walking.
Travel tips: It is recommended that you visit on an empty stomach in order to taste a variety of snacks. The official performance schedule should be followed because it helps you to plan your tour route better which the tour guide will support you.
After the tour, you will be escorted to railway station for a high-speed train back to Beijing. Upon arrival, the driver will pick you up and send you to your hotel.
Taste Tangshan's food at Hetou Old Street
Tour Price Per Person
The price varies depending on the activity, number of people, travel date, and selected hotel. Please contact us for a specific price.
