Overview
Watch Beijing light up for the night on a nighttime sightseeing tour of China’s capital city. With this private Beijing Night Tour, you’ll travel with a private guide in a comfortable vehicle to see iconic landmarks like Tiananmen Square, the National Centre for the Performing Arts, CCTV headquarters, and Beijing National Stadium.
Explore the bustling Wangfujing Night Market, enjoy local bars around Houhai Lake, and take in the dazzling lights of the Central Business District. With private transportation and expert guidance, you’ll experience the best of Beijing’s nightscape.
- View iconic landmarks at night, including Tiananmen Square
- Pop into local bars around the Houhai Lake district
- See the LED lights on shopping centers in the Central Business District
- Includes private guide and transportation, with hotel pickup and drop-off
✅ What’s Included
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (For Hotels within the 4th Ring Road of Beijing City)
- Private transport
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
📍 Meeting and Pickup
Free pickup is included for hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing City. For hotels outside this zone, you can either meet the tour guide at a central location or pay an additional fee for hotel pickup.
🌟 Key Highlights
Chang’an Avenue (Pass By)
Your tour begins as you pass along Chang’an Avenue, Beijing’s most important and political street. Enjoy the striking contrast of day-to-night views along this iconic road.
Tiananmen Square
Take a stroll around Tiananmen Square, the largest central square in the world, known for its historical significance and vast size, capable of holding half a million people.
Tiananmen Square at night
National Center for the Performing Arts
Admire the stunning exterior of the National Centre for the Performing Arts, often called “the egg” due to its design and surrounded by a reflective lake.
National Centre for the Performing Arts
Wangfujing Street
Explore the lively Wangfujing Street, one of Beijing’s premier shopping areas, offering a blend of traditional and modern experiences, perfect for a quick stop.
Back Lakes (Houhai)
Walk around the charming Houhai lake, a peaceful area to enjoy Beijing’s nightlife. Explore Hutong streets, local shops, and learn how to haggle for unique souvenirs.
Shichahai Scenic Resort
Experience the tranquility of Shichahai at night. This peaceful area contrasts with the daytime hustle and bustle, offering small bars and serene lakeside views.
Yandai Xie Street
Stroll through the charming Yandai Xie Street, a wonderful place to hang out, shop for unique items, or just enjoy the relaxed atmosphere at night.
Niaochao National Stadium (Pass By)
Catch the Beijing National Stadium, also known as the Bird’s Nest, lit up in all its glory—perfect for a photo stop.
CCTV New Mansion (Pass By)
Pass by the CCTV Headquarters, an architectural marvel and one of the most complex buildings in the world, illuminated to create a stunning visual.
The Place
End your tour with a stop at Beijing’s Central Business District. Admire the colorful LED lights that make the area’s shopping centers and skyscrapers glow at night.
The Place at ngiht
Further Reading
How to Visit Tiananmen Square: Maps, Tickets & Security Checks
National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) Travel Guide
Wangfujing Street: Maps, Shopping, Eating, Hotels & Tips.
Beijing Shichahai Travel Guide: Hutongs, Lakes, Food & Tips
Yandai Xiejie Street (Yandaixie): Map, Shops, Food, Sights & Tips
Beijing Bird’s Nest & Water Cube: How to Visit, Explore Well
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