The photographer stands at an elevated position, such as a bell tower viewing platform, using a level shooting angle. The foreground includes stone balustrade capitals to enhance the depth of the scene, with the main subject, the Drum Tower, centered in the frame. The background incorporates the sky and distant city views, while the mid-ground retains elements of trees and street environments. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 30 RMB; ② Opening Hours: Peak Season March 26 - October 25: 09:30-17:30, Off-Season October 26 - March 25: 09:30-16:30.

Bell and Drum Tower - Green Plants of the Drum Tower

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No. 73, Zhaofu Street, Andingmen Nei, Dongcheng District, Beijing (460 meters northwest from Exit A2 of Shichahai Subway Station)

Photography Tips

The photographer stands at an elevated position, such as a bell tower viewing platform, using a level shooting angle. The foreground includes stone balustrade capitals to enhance the depth of the scene, with the main subject, the Drum Tower, centered in the frame. The background incorporates the sky and distant city views, while the mid-ground retains elements of trees and street environments. Travel Tips: ① Admission Fee: 30 RMB; ② Opening Hours: Peak Season March 26 - October 25: 09:30-17:30, Off-Season October 26 - March 25: 09:30-16:30.

Walking Guide

Walk northwest along Zhonglouwan Hutong to the Drum Tower ticket office (on your left), then proceed to the right.

Walk north along Zhonglouwan Hutong, passing Zhonglouwan Hutong Community (on the right) until you reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk north along Zhonglouwan Hutong, passing Zhonglouwan Hutong Community (on the right) until you reach your destination.

Take the Subway Line 8 to Shichahai Station and exit from the C Southeast Exit.

Walk northeast along Gulou East Street for 95 meters and then turn left.

Walk north along Dianmen Outer Street to the Zhonggu Lou Cultural Square (on your right) and then turn right.

Walk 30 meters west, then turn right.