The model stands at one-third from the left side of the frame, with the photographer using a level angle to balance the subject with the "Beijing" characters on the red wall background on the right, following the rule of thirds. The scene should include the complete red wall and the large black characters to enhance the recognizability of the setting. The model stands against the wall with arms crossed, in a natural and relaxed posture.

Travel Tips:
① Ticket Price: 20 yuan for individual admission, 30 yuan for a combined ticket including the Bell and Drum Towers.
② Opening Hours: 9:00-16:30 (stop selling tickets at 16:00).

Beijing Drum Tower - Take a photo with the red walls and white characters.

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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 model stands at one-third from the left side of the frame, with the photographer using a level angle to balance the subject with the "Beijing" characters on the red wall background on the right, following the rule of thirds. The scene should include the complete red wall and the large black characters to enhance the recognizability of the setting. The model stands against the wall with arms crossed, in a natural and relaxed posture. Travel Tips: ① Ticket Price: 20 yuan for individual admission, 30 yuan for a combined ticket including the Bell and Drum Towers. ② Opening Hours: 9:00-16:30 (stop selling tickets at 16:00).

Walking Guide

Walk south to the Elizabethan Rococo Estate (on your left) to reach your destination. — step-by-step photo guide

Walk south to the Elizabethan Rococo Estate (on your left) to reach your destination.

Walk north along Di’anmen Outer Street to the Bell and Drum Tower Cultural Square (on your right) and then turn right.

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

Walk east along Gulou East Avenue to Lao Beijing Haw坊 (on your right) and then turn right.

Walk 30 meters west and then turn right.