Theaters
Li Yuan Theatre
Plays from the Beijing Opera repertoire. Also exhibitions of opera costumes and other. Tea and snacks available.
Tianqiao Theatre
Theater with a seating capacity of 1,200 with performance of local folk music and dance, talk shows, and international ballet and musicals.
Xuanwu District is home to some of the best Beijing Opera theaters, especially the first three mentioned below.
Huguang Huiguan Theatre
Theatre primarily performing excerpts of traditional Chinese opera. The theatre has been working since the 1830s. The theatre building from 1830 is the oldest and best preserved indoor theatre in Beijing. It is in area with other traditional buildings. Next to the theatre is an opera museum.
Lao She Teahouse
See listing in Drink Section.
Tsinghua Chi
A spa experience from the famous Qinghua Chi, established in 1905. Great service. Affordable TCM treatments. Try the Ba Guan Cupping or acupuncture or opt for simpler manicure and pedicure and Massage.