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Beijing's Old Hutongs: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Beijing,
China
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$5.34
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Overview
Duration
45min
Languages
English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
The hutongs are the historic heart of old Beijing. Join us on this self-guided GPS audio walk from the Drum Tower to the Tibetan Buddhist Lama Temple, through a winding labyrinth of alleyways and local color that takes you to some of Beijing's most ancient landmarks.
IMPORTANT: There is a GPS offset in China, and as a result your position on Google and Apple maps will be incorrect. This issue doesn't affect the offline map, so after you've downloaded all the audio files, but before you hit start, switch to 'airplane mode' (or turn off data) and you'll be able to track your position correctly.
The tour starts at the south side of the Drum Tower. If you're taking the subway, get out at Exit C of Shichahai Station on line 8, turn right and walk up. You can also take a taxi to "Gulou" and you'll end up at the same spot.
The audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.
What to remember
Important info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Service animals allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What's included
VoiceMap Application. Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata. Lifetime access to Beijing's Old Hutongs tour
What's not included
Smartphone. Transportation. Food/Drink. Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Cancellation Policy
Unfortunately, our partner's policy does not allow us to refund, cancel or change this booking.
Provider
VoiceMap Audio Tours
Meeting Point
Tour starts at the south side of the Drum Tower. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed directions to the starting point are in the app.