Visit Nanluoguxiang, halfway to the place, see a sign that leads to Shichahai. Follow the sign all the way, go through the old Beijing Hutong, see the real courtyard, and see the primary school in the Hutong. Seeing the fried sauce noodle restaurant that is open at home is really good business. Remember to walk for half an hour and cross the road to Shichahai. There are many old-fashioned restaurants open there, I believe that eating in these restaurants must be a good view.