Beijing
China's capital city with rich history and modern attractions
Best Time to Visit
Spring (April-May) & Autumn (September-October)
Top Attractions
Summer Palace
Beautiful imperial garden with lake views and traditional architecture
Hours:6:30-18:00 (Summer), 7:00-17:00 (Winter)
Price:30 RMB (Park), 60 RMB (All attractions)
Temple of Heaven
Imperial complex where emperors prayed for good harvests
Hours:6:00-22:00
Price:15 RMB (Park), 35 RMB (All attractions)
Tiananmen Square
The world's largest public square with historical significance
Hours:5:00-22:00
Price:Free
Great Wall of China
Ancient fortification and UNESCO World Heritage Site
Hours:6:30-19:00 (Summer), 7:00-18:00 (Winter)
Price:45 RMB (Badaling Section)
Forbidden City
Former imperial palace with stunning architecture and rich history
Hours:8:30-17:00 (Apr-Oct), 8:30-16:30 (Nov-Mar)
Price:60 RMB (Apr-Oct), 40 RMB (Nov-Mar)
Getting There
Where to Stay
- •Dongcheng (City Center)
- •Chaoyang (Business District)
- •Xicheng (Historical Area)
- •Haidian (University Area)
Must-Try Food
- 🍜Peking Duck (北京烤鸭)
- 🍜Jianbing (Chinese Crepe 煎饼)
- 🍜Zhajiangmian (Noodles 炸酱面)
- 🍜Mongolian Hot Pot (蒙古火锅)