Touring

One-Day Tour of West Damochang Street - Suzhou Market Street

Culture

Best Time:
All year round
Recommended:
One day
Admission:

Features

Start your tour by visiting West Damochang Street in the morning. It is recommended to set off early, as the alleyways are quieter and peaceful in the morning. Walking along the street, it feels as if time has turned back to the old streets of the last century. Afterwards, you can explore some of the old shops on the street. It is these historic shops that make up the unique scenery of this old street. Then, you can take the special bus route 4 from Qianmen Station to Suzhou Market Street. The street was originally built by Emperor Qianlong in imitation of the water towns in Jiangnan, exclusively for the royal family of the Qing Dynasty to visit. It was later destroyed and turned into ruins, and was only reopened to the public in September 1990 after undergoing extensive renovations.

West Damochang Street
Suzhou Market Street

Stop 1 West Damochang Street

West Damochang Street, located in the Dongcheng District’s Qianmen East area, is an old street that originated in the Ming Dynasty.

Address:

West Damochang Street, Qianmen Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Highlights:

West Damochang Street, located in the Dongcheng District’s Qianmen East area, is an old street that originated in the Ming Dynasty. It earned its name due to the gathering of numerous stone polishers and shops. With the passage of time, the ancient buildings transformed into large courtyards, and West Damochang Street eventually became an ordinary hutong, worn down by the river of history. However, this year has brought about new changes. After two years of renovation, Dongcheng District complet... View attractions guide

Stop 2 Suzhou Market Street

Suzhou Market Street, located in the northwest suburbs of Beijing, is a bustling street built to resemble a water town in Jiangnan.

Address:

Xinjian Gongmen Road, Haidian District, Beijing

Highlights:

Suzhou Market Street, located in the northwest suburbs of Beijing, is a bustling street built to resemble a water town in Jiangnan. During the Qing Dynasty, it was specifically designed for the emperors and empresses to enjoy shopping and sightseeing. The street stretches over 300 meters and is divided by a small river. Along the riverbanks, there are tea houses, restaurants, banks, pharmacies, pawn shops, silk shops, and bookstores. Visitors to the Summer Palace can take a leisurely stroll or a... View attractions guide