Beijing Winter Family Hutong Tour! Complete Guide to Yangmeizhu Xiejie

In winter, Beijing's hutongs lose the summer bustle and gain a sense of tranquility and everyday life. Yangmeizhu Xiejie, one of Beijing's most interesting hutongs, combines artistic vibes with old Beijing charm, making it perfect for a slow-paced city walk with kids! Spend an hour on the weekend leisurely strolling through the hutong with your children, experiencing the historical memories and unique charm of old Beijing, and enjoy a fulfilling family time📺 📍｜Navigation Location: 【Intersection of Yangmeizhu Xiejie and Meishi Street】 or 【Intersection of Yanshou Street and Yangmeizhu Xiejie】 (If opposite to the route direction below, you can adjust the starting point) 🗺️｜Family Citywalk Route NO.8 Coffee & Books → Suzuki Canteen → He Sha → Qiankun Space → Soloist Coffee Co. → Jingwei Shiguang → No. 55 → Norman Grocery Store → Song Family Calligraphy and Painting → Shan You Mu Xi → Hao Tu Ceramics → Design Studio Paper-cut Map 📷｜Family Photo Spots ❶ NO.8 Coffee & Books: A reading-friendly café located at No. 8 Yangmeizhu Xiejie, with many picture books and children's books suitable for kids, plus special Beijing-themed drinks☕️: Arctic Ocean Americano, 28 Sauce Latte, etc. Enjoy a hot drink and a picture book here with your child for a cozy family time. ❷ Suzuki Canteen: A warm Japanese-style canteen with mild-flavored dishes suitable for children, offering kids' meals. The corridor is uniquely decorated, perfect for taking photos with kids~ Great for solo dining or family meals. ❸ He Sha: A small shop specializing in Beijing cultural creative fridge magnets and unique gifts🎁. The fridge magnets come in many styles and are cheaper than at tourist spots. Pick one or two Beijing-themed souvenirs with your child as a family travel memento. ❹ Qiankun Space: A cultural creative store full of old Beijing characteristics, with a storefront decorated in classic old Beijing style. Inside is a huge hand-drawn map of Beijing with rich details—fun to explore with kids to find hutongs and landmarks. ❺ Soloist Coffee Co.: A vintage and exquisite café filled with greenery and decorated in red tones, perfect for photos. Order a hot drink and a small dessert here with your child to enjoy the artistic atmosphere and take beautiful pictures. ❻ Jingwei Shiguang: One of the most iconic spots on Yangmeizhu Xiejie, featuring a classic "micro hutong" upward photo angle. Inside is a miniature courtyard with a small tree🌳, sunlight streaming through wooden glass windows creates a soothing scene. 💡ps: You need to make a purchase to enter the courtyard; order a snack or drink with your child to enjoy and take photos. ❼ No. 55: A cute felt handicraft shop filled with various felt dolls, pendants, and decorations with adorable designs that kids love. The shop roof sometimes hosts a "cat NPC"🐱; if lucky, you might see a cat sunbathing on the roof, delighting the children. ❽ Norman Grocery Store: A shop full of old items from the last century, including vintage TVs, radios, toys, and more. Visiting here with kids is like starting a time travel journey, helping them learn about past daily life and broaden their knowledge. ❾ Song Family Calligraphy and Painting: The store has a simple nostalgic entrance and is filled with piles of calligraphy and paintings📚, mainly selling artworks, calligraphy, and ancient books. Let your child experience traditional culture and appreciate art to cultivate their aesthetic sense. ➓ Shan You Mu Xi: A small shop focusing on handmade pendants and felt products, all carefully crafted by the owner with unique styles. Pick a favorite handmade pendant with your child as a small souvenir of your family trip. ⓫ Hao Tu Ceramics: A shop specializing in ceramic products, including tea sets, ornaments, and bracelets📿. The ceramics are finely crafted with beautiful patterns, allowing your child to appreciate traditional ceramic craftsmanship and the charm of Chinese culture. ⓬ Design Studio Paper-cut Map: A shop full of surprises! It sells paper-cut map souvenirs of major cities worldwide🗺️, including paper cuts, fridge magnets, coasters, puzzles, cups, and more. Both paper and wooden products are exquisitely made and reasonably priced. Pick a Beijing paper-cut map with your child—beautiful and meaningful. 🏨【Family Accommodation Guide】 We recommend New World Beijing Hotel, not far from Yangmeizhu Xiejie, with convenient transportation, complete family facilities, spacious and comfortable rooms, allowing the whole family to rest well after a day of sightseeing and enjoy a high-quality stay.