The model stands on a small alleyway paved with brick, in front of a brick wall. The photographer shoots at eye level, with the subject positioned in the center of the frame (centered composition). The background includes the brick wall, red windows, and the depth of the alley, while the foreground features the ground bricks and fallen leaves to add depth. The model stands sideways, with one hand in her pocket and the other hanging naturally by her side holding a bag, in a relaxed pose. The environment elements are incorporated to convey the atmosphere of the alley.

Travel Tip: Entrance is free.

Nanluoguxiang - Take a photo with brick buildings and alleyways.

The photographer uses a level angle and leading lines to balance the composition. The alley street serves as the leading line, extending the depth and enhancing the sense of space. A large tree is included in the foreground on the left, while traditional buildings are retained in the background on both sides. It is recommended to use a wide-angle lens or the 1x setting on a smartphone to capture dynamic moments of people riding bicycles, adding a touch of everyday life.

Nanluoguxiang - Hutong street scenes and ancient-style street architecture

Photo by Nanluoguxiang - Take a photo with the Hutong trees and grey brick architecture.

Nanluoguxiang - Take a photo with the Hutong trees and grey brick architecture.

The model stands at the small door, and the photographer shoots from inside at eye level, with a height similar to the model's standing eye level. Using a frame-within-a-frame composition, the door frame of the ancient building naturally frames the subject, highlighting the main figure while adding depth and form to the photo, guiding the viewer’s focus to the person. It's recommended to use a medium focal length lens, as it can effectively compress the space, making the relationship between the foreground plum blossoms, the midground person, and the background ancient building more compact.

1. Opening Hours: Opens at 10:00 AM.
2. Outfit Suggestion: Clothing with pink elements works well and looks great in photos.
3. Additional Tips:
① To capture an empty shot, arrive 10 minutes early. After 11:00 AM, the crowd starts to increase.
② After your coffee, take a city walk along Dongbuyajiao Hutong. It’s quiet and full of flowers, like a park. From there, you can easily reach Shichahai and the Drum Tower.

VOYAGE COFFEE (Nanluoguxiang Branch) - Small Door Magnolia

The photographer shoots from the side-front of the subject at eye level, using a medium-telephoto lens to blur the background details, emphasizing the subject and compressing the space to create a tighter integration between the subject and the background.

Nanluoguxiang - Red Wall

The model stands under the flowering tree while the photographer crouches slightly to shoot from a low angle, using a medium focal length lens. The tree and the building are positioned at the top and left side of the frame, respectively, with the model placed slightly below the center to emphasize the subject.

Travel Tip: It's recommended to visit on a sunny day for better lighting, making it easier to capture great photos.

Nanluoguxiang - Take photos with flowers, trees, and architecture.

The model stands next to the standee, and the photographer positions themselves at a 45-degree angle in front of the model, about 4 meters away, with the standee and toys as the background, shooting slightly from the side.
① Photography Pose: The model leans forward, closer to the standee.
② Travel Tip: Free admission, open 24 hours a day.

Nanluoguxiang - "Paw Drumming Cat" Café Sign and Cat Plushies

The model stands under a tree, with the photographer positioned directly in front of her, about 6 meters away, using a cat in the tree as the background for a frontal shot.
① Photography Pose: The model strides toward the camera, and the photographer captures the moment.
② Travel Tip: Free admission, open 24 hours.

Nanluoguxiang - Purring Cat Cafe with Cats in the Trees

The model stands in front of the sign wall, and the photographer stands directly in front of the model, about 4 meters away, with the large sign wall as the background for the front-facing shot.
① Photography pose: The model takes large steps toward the sign wall, and the photographer captures the movement.
② Travel tips: Free admission, open 24 hours.

August Osmanthus Fragrance (Nanluoguxiang Branch) - Beijing Character Wall

The model stands in front of the wall, and the photographer captures a wide shot from 4 meters away, ensuring the background with the large word "Beijing" is fully visible, placing the model on the right side of the frame.

1. Equipment: The photo was taken using a Nikon Z62 with a 28-75mm lens.
2. Pose Suggestions: The model should move around naturally while the photographer captures the moment.
3. Travel Tips: It's recommended to shoot in the afternoon for soft, natural light.
4. Outfit Suggestions: Casual style clothing.

Nanluoguxiang - Golden Beijing Character Wall