Travel to Beijing

Beijing is China’s storied capital. The city’s heart beats in its historic hutongs, echoing with the rhythm of daily life, while just steps away, the grandeur of the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square tells tales of dynasties past. Towering business districts rise alongside imperial temples and leafy courtyards. Timeless yet ever-changing, it’s a city that never stops reinventing itself.

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Universal Studios covered in snow looks like a scene straight out of a movie! Especially during the Double 11 (Singles' Day) period, there are great discounts on annual passes and hotel packages, so don't miss this opportunity if you're planning a visit.

🌟Recommended Attractions
• Forbidden Journey (Harry Potter Zone): Head straight there as soon as the park opens! Experience the thrill of flying on a broomstick.
• Source of Fire (Transformers Zone): A racing ride with impressive 4D effects; the front row seats offer the best immersion.
• Jurassic World (Jurassic Zone): Outdoor attractions are even more magical after the night lights are turned on.

💡Tips for Visitors

1. Check the official opening hours and attraction wait times in advance.
2. Purchase a stamp passport at the nearest shop after entering. Collect stamps from each zone's stores to receive a souvenir.
3. The Three Broomsticks restaurant is less crowded during dinner than lunch.
4. Outdoor attractions may be suspended if it snows, but the snowy scenery is truly breathtaking!

🎁Special Recommendation
The winter season's limited snowflake event makes the Harry Potter Zone especially magical. Enjoy the snowy Hogsmeade Village with a warm butterbeer for an unforgettable experience!

🧥Make sure to dress warmly and enjoy this magical winter outing!

I found a free Beijing layover tour hosted by Trip.com!
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This free layover tour was originally a limited-time offer, but as of November 2025, it was still running! It seems to have become a permanent event! 🫶

Unfortunately, I wasn't able to participate due to capacity, but transportation, tours, entrance fees, and even communication fees are all provided for free!

There's nothing to do at Beijing Airport, so it's fun to get out and about.

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If you plan to come to Beijing for a free trip or a family trip, hotel choice is really important! I stayed at the Jianguo Puyin Hotel (Beijing Tiananmen Wangfujing Branch) this time, the biggest reason is actually the convenient location. It is located at No. 19 Goldfish Hill, so close to Metro Line 8 that you can get off the building. Wangfujing and Tiananmen are both within walking distance, and the Forbidden City is within minutes. There are also several large shopping malls such as Yintai and APM in the surrounding area. Shopping and dining are not a worry!

The biggest selling point of the hotel is the service. In addition, although the room is not large, but the design is very exquisite, every day someone cleaned, clean and comfortable, no odor, live quite peace of mind.

In terms of facilities, I appreciated the smart toilet, free laundry room, and delivery robot, perfect for those who don’t want to go out and don’t want to cook. The mattress is soft enough, so it's easy to sleep all day long. Some room types are equipped with large windows, and the night view of Beijing is beautiful and atmospheric. The room storage is quite complete, travel drag luggage is not afraid of no floor to pack, convenient use.

Transportation is really a big advantage, nearby the subway and plenty of bus stops, going to the attractions to find food is not so troublesome, Wangfujing, Tiananmen, the Forbidden City are perfect for taking pictures, and you can go to the nearby hutongs to feel the culture of old Beijing.

As for the disadvantages, some rooms have soundproofing issues, if you are afraid of noise you can book a high floor or request to stay away from the elevator. Other parts of the details of hygiene may not be done to the best, such as the floor will occasionally have marks, towels just replaced a bit old, so remember to check yourself again when entering the room. Occasionally user feedback that the front desk is not enthusiastic enough, but I myself felt ok that time, not too much impact.

The overall feeling of the stay was: super comfortable! Even if there are many shopping malls nearby, the crowds are high and you don't feel the crowds are noisy. The hotel is cost-effective, in the core location of Beijing, do not have to endure expensive room prices to stay in quality, suitable for free travel, business or family short stay. For those who like convenient life, this place is really worth recommending.

Booking Tip: It is recommended to book in advance and pay attention to whether there is a room upgrade or early check-in service. During the peak season, especially National Day and summer holidays, rooms are quickly overflowing, so prepare in advance.
Beijing travel notes: remember to reserve a day to Tiananmen, no reservation is not allowed; Wangfujing Night Market is worth visiting, there are many authentic hutong culture near Jinyu Hutong can slowly walk; morning and evening temperature difference is a bit large, remember to bring a jacket.
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Winter is an exceptional time to visit the Great Wall, offering a unique blend of serene, snow-covered landscapes, fewer crowds, and potential cost savings on travel. However, the weather can be extremely cold, and portions of the Wall can be icy, requiring careful preparation. The Mutianyu section is an ideal winter choice due to its accessibility and well-preserved, family-friendly features.

Upon entering the lobby of Manxin Mansion, a hotel in Beijing's Houhai Drum Tower Courtyard, my husband and I were stunned—it was so grand! The high ceilings, paired with antique wooden structures, exude a sense of history.

In the center, a towering wall of books, red columns stretching all the way to the blue-green caisson ceiling, boasts ornate details that are truly breathtaking. 📚A sunflower vase and tea set sat on the table, perfectly blending ancient and modern. Three snack boxes were also placed on the table, available 24 hours a day.

The room was a completely different experience, a delicate and warm beauty. Exquisite wood carvings, vintage red bricks, and storytelling window grilles—every corner whispered stories of old Beijing. Every photo was like a scene from a movie. ✨

I particularly loved the hotel's preservation of the ancient corridors and courtyards. Within the vast courtyard, a tranquil haven awaits—a small pond, a bamboo grove, a Buddhist temple, everything. You wouldn't find this in a typical hotel.

And the location is fantastic! The subway station is a 5-minute walk away, and the Drum Tower and Houhai areas are a 15-20 minute walk away. It's super convenient for daytime strolls and evening drinks.
Who knows! Staying here truly feels like stepping back in time to the days of old Beijing.
If you love accommodations with a story and soul, you absolutely must try this place ❤️
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Anyone visiting Beijing who loves photo frames, notebooks, and masking tape, come to this shop ASAP! 💨
The prices are so cute! One photo frame is just a little red! 🥺

📍Pink Dojo — Sanlitun 3.3 Dasha (三里屯 3.3 大厦), 2nd Floor
🚈 Get off at Gongrentiyucheng Station, Exit D
🏃🏻♀️ Walk down the street in front of Gentle Women for another 600 meters.
If you've been there, please leave a review! 💖

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📍 Itinerary Overview
Ready for an epic 5 days in Beijing? Buckle up, because this city is stacked with iconic sights, delish local eats, and next-level photo ops! Follow this route to hit all the must-see spots and get those viral sunset pics.

🚩 Sightseeing Route
Day 1: Check into your hotel (more on that below)
Day 2: Badaling Great Wall – the legendary wall and sunset views that are 🤯
Day 3: Tiananmen Square + The Palace Museum
Day 4: Temple of Heaven
Day 5: Stroll + snack at Wangfujing Street

🏖️ Must-Visit Attractions
Badaling Great Wall
Address: Exit 58, G6 Beijing-Lhasa Expressway, Yanqing District
Hours: Apr–Oct 06:30–16:30 | Nov–Mar 07:30–16:00
Fee: ¥35
Pro tip: Catch the sunset lighting up the ancient stones – you’ll get that halo-in-the-clouds insta shot guaranteed!

Tiananmen Square
Address: Chang'an Street, Dongcheng District (between Tiananmen and Zhengyangmen)
Hours: Nov–Dec 05:00–22:00
The vibes here are FULL ON historic. Nighttime is extra dreamy for pics!

The Palace Museum
Address: No. 4, Jingshanqian Street, Dongcheng District
Hours: Tue–Sun; Apr–Oct 08:30–17:00, Nov–Mar 08:30–16:30. Closed Mondays
Fee: ¥60
Get ready to be wowed by classic Chinese architecture and ancient treasures.

Temple of Heaven
Address: No.1, Tiantan Road, Dongcheng District
Hours: Apr–Oct 06:00–22:00 | Nov–Mar 06:30–22:00
Fee: ¥290
A total mood with legendary vibes — especially on cloudy days with dramatic skies!

Wangfujing Street
This is THE spot for street food snacks and trendy shopping in the city. Prepare your tastebuds and charge your camera!

🚇 Transportation
Beijing’s subway 🚇 is super easy to navigate and covers all your major stops. Avoid the rush hours if you want chill vibes!

📷 Photo Spots
- Badaling Great Wall at sunset (the halo sky is next-level)
- Palace Museum’s classic red walls
- Temple of Heaven’s cloud-filled sky
- Night shots in Wangfujing Street – pure city feels

🍜 Local Cuisine
You absolutely HAVE to try:
- Jianbing (Chinese crepes)
- Beijing roast duck (sooo good!)
- Tanghulu (candied fruit on sticks)
Wangfujing Street is foodie heaven, trust!

🏠 Accommodation
Bolly Wood Hotel (Beijing Wangfujing Street Palace Museum)
Address: No.189 Dongsi South Avenue
The lowdown:
- Rooms are consistently clean and tidy with daily housekeeping
- Free drinks in minibar, reliable Wi-Fi, solid air con
- Breakfast gives seriously good western options
- Facilities are generally solid and totally worth the price
Not-so-hot: Some peeps mentioned room maintenance and service can be hit-or-miss, and prices feel a bit extra for the vibe — so double check reviews on trip.com before booking!

💡 Tips
- Booking your attractions/tickets on trip.com is smooth and legit
- Pack comfy shoes for the Great Wall, you’ll climb a TON
- Rainy/cloudy weather = moody photo gold
- Go early for popular spots to dodge the crowds!

Upon entering the Ning Shou Palace Garden, one’s mind is instantly soothed, like a gentle breeze brushing past the ancient Chinese scholar tree. Transitioning from the grandeur of the Forbidden City's majestic halls, visitors are transported into a refined and poetic realm. This garden, built by Emperor Qianlong as a retreat for his retirement, encapsulates a miniature ideal world, perfectly blending imperial grandeur with the elegance of Jiangnan's scenic beauty.

The Gu Hua Pavilion derives its name from the ancient Chinese scholar tree standing in front of the courtyard. The tree's swaying shadows cast a dappled poetic charm, naturally slowing one's pace.

At the Xi Shang Pavilion, a clear winding stream flows through the meandering channel, evoking the ancient literati's elegant gatherings of "floating wine cups along the stream." The serene leisure and refined elegance of scholars seem to come alive, dispelling the solemn atmosphere within the palace walls, leaving only philosophical reflections and a deep appreciation for life.

The beauty of the Ning Shou Palace Garden is subtle and layered. The solemnity of red walls and golden tiles is cleverly concealed, replaced by a transcendent charm of "finding the essence of nature amidst the bustling city."

Here, a triumphant emperor, amidst the splendor of the palace, created a dreamlike landscape for himself. In this space, he is both the supreme ruler and a scholar yearning for transcendence and an elegant life. This garden is a dream he wove for himself in the twilight of a prosperous era, a dream of seclusion and poetic beauty.

5-Day, 4-Night Beijing Travel Plan 🇨🇳
20,835 THB per person
Great Wall of China - Universal Beijing -
Forbidden City

Day 1
• Travel to Beijing (MU2072) with 23 kg of luggage
via China Eastern Airlines
• Hotel check-in
• Summer Palace

Day 2
• Visit the Great Wall, Badaling Pass
• Wangfujing Walking Street

Day 3
• Universal Beijing Resort

Day 4
• Forbidden City, Jingshan Park
• Temple of Heaven, Tianshan
• Qianmen Walking Street

Day 5
• Shopping at Wangfujing Walking Street
• Return to Thailand (MU2071) with 23 kg of luggage via China Eastern Airlines

Travel Expenses
• Round-trip airfare to Beijing (9,014 THB per person)
• Hotel stay at Jinjiang Inn (Beijing Wangfujing) Beijing for 4 nights 3,415 THB per person
• Round-trip airport transfers: Average 683 THB per person
• High-speed train to the Great Wall: 350 THB per person
• Badaling Great Wall admission and cable car: 818 THB per person (booked on Trip)
• Universal Beijing Resort admission: 1,880 THB per person
• All meals and transportation: 935 yuan per person = 4,675 THB

📌 Total: Average 20,835 THB per person

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Amap is a mapping app that will make your travels in China easier. It supports both Thai and English, and it's incredibly easy to use.

First, download the Amap app from the App Store or Google Play.

💡Change the language to English (or Thai):

Open the app → Go to the person icon (bottom right corner) → Settings (gear icon) → Mail → Scroll down to Language Settings → Select English/Thai. Press OK, then close and reopen the app to complete the language change.

💡Find a Place: Search for your destination in the search bar.

Search in English: Popular places like "The Bund" or "Forbidden City" are usually displayed in your chosen language. Opening and closing times, reviews, and directions are also available.

Search in Chinese: If you can't find the English name, (Especially restaurants or hotels), copy the Chinese name from Trip.com or a translation app, such as "故宫" (Forbidden City).

💡Save Favorites:

Press the "Star" ⭐ or "Collect" button to save the location to your personal list. This is ideal for saving hotel addresses, as you'll need to return to them every day in China. You can also pin them while you're in Thailand.

💡Navigation:

Once you've selected a location, press "Directions," which resembles a white arrow on a blue background. You'll then see icons showing various transportation modes to choose from, such as:

🚶♀️ Walking: Shows walking directions and estimated travel times.

🚌 Public Transportation: Shows bus routes, fares, and real-time arrival times. You can also choose whether you prefer to travel primarily by subway or prefer a less-walking option.

🚴 Cycling/Scooter: Bike routes.

So, how's it going? Easy to use, right? If you've been to China and want us to recommend any other apps, please leave a comment. 💕

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To truly experience the spirit of old Beijing, you need to step off the beaten tourist paths and lose yourself in the maze of hutongs. This is a journey through time, where every turn reveals centuries of history embodied in stone and daily life.

Here’s your perfect half-day itinerary.

Part 1: Immersion in Authentic Hutongs

Forget the polished, restored alleys around the Forbidden City. Real life thrives in the hutongs north and west of the White Stupa Temple (Baitasi).

· Starting Point: Your journey begins at Xisi Metro Station.
· What to Expect: From the main streets, dozens of small, lively alleys branch off like capillaries. Here, you’ll find the essence of hutongs:
· Architecture: Gray bricks, old tiles, traditional courtyard homes (Siheyuan). Their weathered appearance is not neglect but authenticity.
· Life: Elderly residents playing mahjong, laundry fluttering on lines, the aroma of cooking food, bicycles and mopeds squeezing through narrow passages.
· Crafts: Street artisans repairing shoes or bicycles right at their doorsteps.

👀 Tip: Don’t hesitate to venture into the most inconspicuous side alleys. The true atmosphere is hidden there. But remember to respect the private lives of local residents.

Walk for 15-20 minutes

Part 2: White Stupa Temple (白塔寺, Báitǎ Sì)

From the chaotic world of hutongs, head to an oasis of tranquility.

· History: The temple was founded in the 13th century during the Yuan Dynasty by order of Kublai Khan. It is one of the oldest Tibetan Buddhist temples outside Tibet.
· Main Attraction: The majestic white stupa, standing 51 meters tall. It was built to house Buddhist relics, modeled after a stupa in Nepal.

Walk 5 minutes from the temple

Part 3: Observation Deck at Yao Café and Traditional Pharmacy

End your day with the best view of the temple and an introduction to Chinese medicine.

· Address: 185 Fuchengmen Inner Street.
耀咖啡(白塔寺店)
· What to Do:
1. Head to the observation deck at Yao Café. From here, you’ll get the best view of the White Stupa Temple. It’s the perfect spot for sunset photos when the ancient stupa is bathed in golden light.
2. Try signature drinks. The café offers interesting seasonal options, such as persimmon coffee.
3. Explore the pharmacy. Go down to the second floor of the same building, where a traditional Chinese pharmacy is located. This is not a museum exhibit but a functioning establishment. Take in the pungent aroma of herbs, examine the giant cabinets with hundreds of wooden drawers, antique scales, and mortars.

FAQs

Do I need a visa to visit Beijing?
Singapore passport holders can enter China visa-free for up to 30 days. For longer stays or multiple entries, a visa is required.
What’s the best time to visit Beijing?
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) have the best weather—cool, clear, and comfortable. Summer is hot and humid; winter is cold and dry.
How do I get around Beijing?
The Beijing Subway is fast, cheap, and covers most tourist spots. Taxis and ride-hailing apps like Didi are also widely used.
Can I use mobile payments in Beijing?
Yes. Alipay and WeChat Pay are widely accepted, and foreigners can now link international credit cards to both apps.
What local foods should I try in Beijing?
Must-tries include Peking duck, zhajiangmian (noodles with soybean paste), jianbing, and street snacks like tanghulu (candied hawthorn).

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