Qianmen Street / 前门大街
Category
Shopping, Historical
Why Visit
Experience Beijing's old commercial culture
Taste traditional Beijing cuisine
Ride the historic Dangdang tram
Conveniently located near Tiananmen Square.
Suggested Duration
2–4 hours
Best Visiting Time
After 17:00
Suitable For
Food lovers
History enthusiasts
Tips
Visit nearby Dashilan (大栅栏) for more traditional shops and local snacks.
Admission Type
Free
Reservation Required
No
Reservation Max.
No need to make an appointment.
Opening Hours
24 Hours
Address (English & Chinese)
No. 1 Qianmen Xiheyan Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing
北京市东城区前门西河沿街1号
(特色街区)
Amaps Link
https://surl.amap.com/7ViA5XU181Jd
Baidu Link
https://j.map.baidu.com/b1/PG
Note
Most shops are open from 10:00 to 22:00. There are performances of Peking Opera, folk music, and other traditional arts on weekend evenings at GuangHe Square 广和广场.