Beijing Night-life
This medieval yet modern city, Beijing, has a wide selection of night-life activities to entertain both locals and travellers.
Chinese Opera Face
Shows and games:
Every month, there will be international performances and shows taking place in Beijing, from modern ballet shows, international symphony performances, stage plays to traditional Beijing operas, Chinese acrobat shows and local sport games.
For 300RMB (per person), Rugged Tours (ruggedtoursATgmail.com) can pre-book a night show of Chinese acrobat, Beijing Opera or Kung-fu show for you during your next Beijing trip. You can also find out the latest events in Beijing and book it yourself here.
Bars, pubs and karaoke:
For those who prefer spending the night with some booz and music, there is a pretty long list of places to venture into. Luckily I have discover a pretty comprehensive and practical night-life guide on night-life in Beijing here, hope you will find it useful.
Night market and mid-night snacks:
Night market and its snack stalls in the street of Beijing brings out the authenticity of this ancient city. If you have the guts (seriously), you definitely should try some of the local snacks, which can have well over hundred years of history. And there are millions of made-in-China stuffs lying along the street to make your eyes dazzle. Do remember to bargain.
- Gui Jie (簋街), address: Dongzhimen Nei Dajie/Street map
- Donghuamen Night Market (东华门夜市): map
- Wangfujing Snack Street (王府井小吃街): map
Beijing Night View:
National Grand Theatre in Beiijng at night
Besides all these above, you can also take on a night ride on one of the Beijing viewing Bus take in the capital’s night beauty. For 170RMB per person, the bus will take you on a journey outside the Bird Nest, Water Cube, CCTV Building, Beijing Jianwai SOHO area, Beijing Ancient city wall, NationalGrand theatre, the bar street in Sheshahai and the new Qianmen Street. The dazzling lights on the ancient and modern architecture will sure make your night in Beijing unforgeable. Contact Rugged Tours (ruggedtoursATgmail.com) to book a night bus seat for your next Beijing Trip.
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