Xuanwu

bars

Considering the fact that Xuanwu District is a centre for backpacker hostels, there are suprisingly few drinking places. This could be expected to change in the near future.

cafes and teahouses
Lao She Teahouse
3 Qianmen West Street (前门西大街3号; Qiánménxīdàjiē)
+86 10 6303 6830
9AM - 9PM
Metro stration Qianmen or buses #5, #10, #110; #120

Large tea house from 1988 named after the writer, Lao She. Serves tea and traditional snack. Live performance every night with acrobatics, opera and other traditional art.