Beijing Entertainment

Beijingers have rich and varied cultural life. Various types of art performances and international exhibitions are held in Beijing. Peking Opera is reputed as China's "national essence" with a history of two hundred years. It has got gorgeous costumes, beautiful singing, and amazing facial make-up. The traditional Peking Opera is often held at the famous theatres such as National Centre for the Performing Arts, Huiguan Ancient Opera Building , and China Peking Opera Theatre.

Other traditional Chinese performances such as puppet shows, exotic ballet, opera, concert and modern drama are put on every day in Beijing. We recommended some popular places for such performances here:

National Centre for the Performing Arts

Address: no2, west chang'an street, Xicheng District

Huiguan Ancient Opera Building

Address: No.3, Hufang street, Xuanwu District

China Peking Opera Theatre

Address: No.22, PingAnLi West street, XiCheng District

Traditional performances like the Peking Opera, is popular with the more mature visitors to the city, while the younger generation seems to favor the snack markets, pubs, clubs and cafes. For the young people, nightlife in Beijing is equally attractive. The pub streets of Houhai, Sanlitun, and South Luogu Lane are good places to go. ere you will find rock-and-roll, hip-hop and Jazz among the many activities.

VICS

Address: in the east inside of the North Entrance of Gongti, Chaoyang District

JJ Bar

Address: A2, Chaibang Hutong, Andingmennei street, Dongcheng District

Hugo Club

Address: B143, Xiwai street, Haidian District

Banana

Address: No.22, Jianguomenwai street, Chaoyang Distrcit

It is difficult to cover all the details of activities in Beijing. However, for the first tiem foreign travellers, we do recommend a leisurely stroll along the Chang'an Street to observe the scene as one of your choices. Maybe you should both experience the traditional Chinese art and modern life in Beijing.