When it comes to Beijing Hutong, many people would be impressed by gray walls, black tiles, and ancient courtyards. However, as the longest hutong in Beijing with a length of around 1.6km, Dongjiaomin Alley boasts a large number of Western-style architectures, carving an indelible mark on the history of modern China.

Dongjiaomin Alley is located in the central Dongcheng District, starting at ChongwenmenInner Street in the east and reaching Tian’anmen Square East Road in the west. With Xijiaomin Alley, it stretches nearly 3km in total.

Address: Dongjiaomin Alley, Dongcheng District 东城区东交民巷

Traffic guide: take Subway Line 2 and get off at Qianmen Station