Wudaoying Hutong
五道营胡同
Take a relaxed walk through a neighborhood of old lanes and small shops.
Getting there
Use Yonghegong Lama Temple station. Search 五道营胡同 and enter from the eastern end near Yonghegong Street or from Andingmen to the west.
Admission
The public lane is free to walk. Cafés, shops and other venues set their own hours and charges.
What to see
Start with the main lane near the Lama Temple neighborhood, pausing at a small café before exploring the nearby side streets.
Plan your visit
This is a residential neighborhood as well as a place to visit. Keep voices low near homes and ask before photographing people.
Allow 30–60 minutes if you are stopping for coffee. The lane is narrow and shared with residents and bikes, so step aside when pausing.