The photographer stands across the street, and it is recommended to use a medium to telephoto lens for shooting. When photographing, the Beijing Drum Tower is the main subject of the frame. The surrounding modern urban elements contrast with the Drum Tower. The lines in the picture, such as electrical wires and road markings, to some extent, guide the viewer's gaze, naturally converging on the Drum Tower architecture. At the same time, the red walls and grey tiles of the Drum Tower contrast with the diverse colors of vehicles in the modern city and the green of trees. 1. Travel Tips: - Admission Fee: No ticket is needed for taking photos outside the Drum Tower. If you wish to climb the tower, the ticket is 20 yuan per person. - Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00. 2. Dressing Suggestions: Since the Drum Tower is red, it is best to choose black and white clothing. 3. Additional Experience: It is advised to go early in the morning when there are fewer people and it's less crowded for photos. Alternatively, the afternoon around 3 or 4 PM is also good as the light is soft and there's no backlight.

Beijing Drum Tower - Shooting the Drum Tower by the roadside

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No. 9, Linzi, Zhonglouwan Hutong, Dongcheng District, Beijing (240 meters northwest from Exit A2 of Shichahai Subway Station)

Photography Tips

The photographer stands across the street, and it is recommended to use a medium to telephoto lens for shooting. When photographing, the Beijing Drum Tower is the main subject of the frame. The surrounding modern urban elements contrast with the Drum Tower. The lines in the picture, such as electrical wires and road markings, to some extent, guide the viewer's gaze, naturally converging on the Drum Tower architecture. At the same time, the red walls and grey tiles of the Drum Tower contrast with the diverse colors of vehicles in the modern city and the green of trees. 1. Travel Tips: - Admission Fee: No ticket is needed for taking photos outside the Drum Tower. If you wish to climb the tower, the ticket is 20 yuan per person. - Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00. 2. Dressing Suggestions: Since the Drum Tower is red, it is best to choose black and white clothing. 3. Additional Experience: It is advised to go early in the morning when there are fewer people and it's less crowded for photos. Alternatively, the afternoon around 3 or 4 PM is also good as the light is soft and there's no backlight.

Walking Guide

Take the Subway Line 8 to Shichahai Station, and exit at Exit A2. Walk east for 19 meters, then turn left and walk north along Di'anmen Outer Street for 207 meters. Turn right and walk northeast along Gulou East Street for 95 meters. Turn left again and walk northwest along Zhonglouwan Alley for 50 meters to reach the Drum Tower. The shooting location is next to the road signs of Gulou East Street and West Street.