Beijing W Town

Promise me, you must visit the secret realm of 'Jiangnan in the suburbs of Beijing' this summer 🌿. Seek 'half a day of leisure in a fleeting life,' stroll along the long dike with willows, ride a small boat, shuttle between the drizzle and the swallows flying, and immerse yourself in this gentle and picturesque Jiangnan dream. As Beijing enters the heat of summer, little do people know that deep in the suburbs of Beijing, there is a hidden 'misty rain Jiangnan.' The bluestone road, the leisurely rowing boat, the gray tiles and white walls, the small bridges and flowing water, all sketch a vivid picture of the Jiangnan water town. With the footsteps of summer, Gubei Water Town adds more Jiangnan charm surrounded by green water, making people feel like they are in another world. 🌟 Recommended 9 best photo spots in summer to let you appreciate the unique charm of 'Jiangnan in the suburbs of Beijing': Yinjian Bridge: The green water surrounds the bridge, the climbing tiger is lush, the beauty in Hanfu holds an umbrella on the bridge, and the ancient charm is long. Chaohechuan Bridge: The rowing boat gently ripples, the white geese play in the water, the willows are swaying, and you can enjoy a poetic life while sipping tea. Banshanju: Walk down the wooden plank road, overlook the whole view of the water town, and take in the distant mountains and nearby waters. Hongzhuang Bridge: Sit quietly at the bridgehead, taste bridgehead cakes and bamboo tube coffee, and feel the unique leisure time of Jiangnan. Yongshun Dyehouse: The courtyard is full of dyed cloths fluttering, colorful, and the beauty of tradition is beyond words. Qianshan Teahouse: Beside the stone bridge, water lilies are in full bloom, the fragrance of tea is overflowing, and it is a microcosm of misty rain Jiangnan. Changdao Bridge: The green water surrounds the ancient house, the rowing boat slowly passes under the bridge, holding an umbrella in the long corridor, as if traveling through time. Tanghezai Bridge: On the stone bridge, overlooking the bustling market, the summer scenery of Xiaotang River is picturesque and beautiful. Yinghua Academy: The door frame and the symmetrical composition of Chinese style show the classical elegance, a holy place for taking photos. In addition, there are the Wind House Kite and Jiankun Hall Lantern Shop, the former with kites flying, full of new Chinese style; the latter with red lanterns hanging high, between the ancient gray walls, appreciating the brilliant art of intangible cultural heritage lanterns.

Searching for the gentle secret realm of 'Misty Jiangnan' in Beijing 🌿—— A trip to Gubei Water Town In a corner of the bustling capital, there is a place that makes people feel like they are in a different world—Gubei Water Town. With its unique charm, it blooms with a different kind of beauty in the summer. 🏞️ Surrounded by green mountains, gently winding waters, stone bridges, and drifting boats, every scene here seems to come straight out of ancient poetry and paintings of Jiangnan, making people feel refreshed and forget the hustle and bustle. 🏞️🛶 When it happens to be drizzling, Gubei Water Town adds a poetic touch of misty rain, making a stroll through it feel like a journey through time, placing you in the dreamlike Jiangnan. 🌧️🍃 📸【Jiangnan Style Photography Spots Revealed】 Hongzhuang Bridge: Turn a corner and meet beauty, with winding rivers, gently swaying willow branches, and a leisurely drifting boat, capturing an eternal picture. Chaohechuan Bridge: By the pier, rowboats gather, white geese leisurely swim, and from the bridge, a different world unfolds. Changdao Bridge: With mountains as the backdrop and waterside homes in the frame, this is a must-pass route for rowboats and an excellent spot for capturing Jiangnan style. General Yang's Noodle House: Deep in the alleys, with ancient charm, a glance at the alley entrance reveals the taste of Jiangnan. Qianshan Teahouse: With a tea signboard and lotus pond as the backdrop, enjoy a cup of fragrant tea and a moment of tranquility. Cloud Coffee: Climb high and look far, taking in the panoramic view of the small town, an excellent observation deck for overlooking Gubei Water Town. Yongshun Dyehouse: With fluttering flower cloths and vibrant colors, walking through it feels like stepping into a Jiangnan dyehouse, a must-visit for photo enthusiasts. 🏞️【Must-Experience Activities Recommended】 Boat Ride Through the Town: In the scorching summer, take a boat ride, drifting with the current, and feel the gentleness and tranquility of the water town. Climb Simatai Great Wall: Take the cable car up and down, easily reaching the top. Whether day or night, the magnificent scenery of the Great Wall is breathtaking. Mountain Top Church + Cloud Coffee: With the sound of church bells and the aroma of coffee, overlook Gubei Water Town at night, offering a unique flavor. Drone Kongming Lantern Show: With the rhythm of the music, brilliant patterns bloom in the night sky, adding a touch of dreamy color to the night town. Great Wall Music Water Dance Show: A perfect blend of fountains and lasers, bringing a stunning audio-visual feast. Starry Sky Music Festival Band Performance: Seasonally limited, with different themed band performances every weekend, letting music and the starry sky dance together, adding endless fun to the journey. Gubei Water Town, a Jiangnan secret realm that makes people's hearts flutter, awaits your exploration and experience. 💖🛶

Spring is getting stronger, flowers are blooming like a brocade, and it is a good time to go out and travel. Every spring🌸, I will stay in Gubei Water Town for two days. Here, the green bricks and black tiles, the small bridges and flowing water, all tell of the tenderness of the south of the Yangtze River and the charm of the north. If you also want to experience the bright spring of Gubei Water Town, feel free to copy my travel route. . 🗺Tour Route Visitor Center - Take a sculling boat - House of Wind Kite Culture Museum - Jiankun Hall Lantern Shop - Water Town Post Office - Yongshun Dye Workshop - Great Wall Music Water Dance Show - Hilltop Church - Hot Spring Experience . 🚢Travel Tips ✅Take a sculling boat, boating in the water town of Jiangnan ✅Go to the House of Wind Kite Culture Museum, make a kite by hand ✅Go to Jiankun Hall Lantern Shop, make a non-heritage lantern ✅Go to the Water Town Post Office and send a postcard to yourself and friends ✅Go to Yongshun Dye Workshop, experience the charm of tie-dye ✅Go to Wangjing Street to see the Great Wall Music Water Dance Show, an audio-visual feast that is very shocking (18:30-18:50) ✅Go to Riyue Island Square to see the drone Kongming lantern performance, the sky is full of romantic shapes (19:00-19:15) ✅Go to the hilltop church to see the night view, overlooking the entire town from a God's perspective ✅After a tiring day, take a hot spring to comfort your tired body . 🚗Transportation: 🌟Self-driving: Navigate to "Gubei Water Town Parking Lot", the fee is 25 yuan/time. 🌟Bus: Take a bus from Beijing city area to Gubei Water Town, the journey takes about 2 hours. . 🍽Others: ✅There are many specialty snacks and restaurants in the water town, it is recommended to try Gubei grilled fish, Gubei dried tofu and other local specialties. ✅Discounted ticket🎫: 120r/person (valid until 2024.6.30) ✅Gubei Water Town Flower God Season "Thirteen Flower Gods Talent Show" (2024.5.1-5.2) .

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of life, and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Take a boat ride and enjoy the gentle rain and swallows flying by. This is what I imagine a Jiangnan water town to be like. Beijing is getting hotter, but I didn't expect to find a "Jiangnan" in the suburbs. With bluestone slabs, boats, gray-tiled roofs, and bridges over flowing water, Gubei Water Town is becoming more and more like a Jiangnan water town in summer. 🌿9 "Jiangnan-like" summer photo spots: 1⃣️Yinjian Bridge The blue bridge is surrounded by green water and lush climbing plants. The ink-gray houses are full of ancient charm. Stand on the bridge in a Hanfu dress, holding an umbrella, looking into the distance, and gently waving a folding fan. · 2⃣️Chaohechuan Bridge Boats rest at the pier, creating ripples. White geese and teahouses across the river. Willows swaying in the wind, and the poetic charm of bridges and flowing water. · 3⃣️Banshanju Walk down the wooden path and overlook the whole town. On the left are the water town, green trees, and boats. The view is amazing, and you can see the distant mountains and towers. · 4⃣️Hongzhuang Bridge Winding rivers and ancient corridors. Sit on the bridge and enjoy bridge cakes and bamboo coffee. Feel the relaxation of Jiangnan water towns. · 5⃣️Yongshun Dyehouse A courtyard full of dyed cloth and traditional Chinese colors. Tie-dye blue, pink, yellow, and floral cloth swaying in the wind. Close-ups and shots from the second-floor terrace are great. · 6⃣️Qianshan Teahouse Stone bridges, lush lotus flowers, and "tea" signs. A microcosm of Jiangnan, great for photos from all angles. · 7⃣️Changdao Bridge Ancient gray houses surrounded by green water. Boats pass under the bridge, and people watch from the corridor. · 8⃣️Tanghezai Bridge Stand on the stone bridge and overlook the bustling streets. The summer scenery of Xiaotang River is beautiful! · 9⃣️Yinghua Academy Door frame and symmetrical Chinese composition, great for photos. · Other photo spots: 1. Wind House Kites Various traditional Chinese kites, great for photos. 3. Jiankun Hall Lantern Shop Red lanterns and gray walls, enjoy the intangible cultural heritage of flower lanterns.

Weekend + Summer Crowds, just visited on 7.20～Let's see how to enjoy summer Key Points❗️ 👉Tour groups and large crowds will enter after 10 AM, so for a day trip, be sure to arrive early 👉Navigate to Gubei Water Town Hotel, there are both above-ground and underground parking spaces 👉It's hotter from noon to 4 PM, so plan indoor activities during this time 👉Have lunch at 11 AM and dinner at 5 PM to avoid queues, play during off-peak hours . 🌳Summer Route Enter the park and take the shuttle bus directly to Sun Moon Island Station—》Chaohe River Bridge—》Eight Banners Guild Hall—》Zhenyuan Escort Agency—》Boat Ride—》Near Book House Café—》Weiyuan Bridge—》Sun Moon Island Square Summer Activities—》Drone Kongming Lanterns 📷Photo Spots 1⃣️Chaohe River Bridge: First, come here to buy bridgehead cakes (fewer people in the morning), then go to the riverside restaurant for a meal (dine on the first floor, good environment, the food is okay, I've eaten here three times!), below the restaurant is a punt station where you can take photos, standing on the bridge you can capture the punt scenery, on the left side of the bridge you can take photos of the punt and the riverside restaurant 2⃣️Near Chaohe River Bridge: Walk forward, one side is the food street, the crowd varies, you can go up the ancient fort to take aerial photos of the food street and water town scenery, on the other side along the river, there will be geese passing by, fewer people, you can take photos of boats passing under the bridge 3⃣️Eight Banners Guild Hall: A must-visit spot 4⃣️Zhenyuan Escort Agency: Fewer people in the morning, nearby Longfeng Pool🆓for foot soaking, if it's hot, the nearby teahouse is highly recommended, the lotus flowers🪷 at the entrance are blooming, and now they have cold brew tea. In the afternoon, there will be acrobatic performances～. The main road next to Zhenyuan Escort Agency is also great for photos 5⃣️Boat Ride: Divided into many sections, there is also an afternoon tea boat, just find the nearest dock 6⃣️Book House Café: Come here when it's particularly hot, I've been here several times, the view is nice, you can take photos with the vintage train, and there are art galleries and sculptures around 7⃣️Weiyuan Bridge: After resting, you can go to Weiyuan Bridge, the water area is wider, you can take photos of the sunset + punt + Great Wall scenery 8⃣️Sun Moon Island Square: There will be summer activities in the evening, there is also a beer garden for barbecue, but there will be a wait in the evening, or you can have a light meal at Ganji Café while waiting for the drone show 9⃣️Gubei Zhiguang Hotel: There are pool parties in summer, suitable for families, quite cool, and the hotel is also good for resting 1⃣️0⃣️Be sure to wait for the night view, you can take photos at the mountaintop church, the Great Wall + the town is super beautiful ❗️Summer Activities (usually on Fridays and Saturdays) 🌟Pool Party: At William Hotel and Gubei Zhiguang, went to Gubei's, the artificial foam is super fun, great to play when it's hot 🌟Summer Starry Sky Concert: Under the Sun Moon Island Shanshui Chang Plaque, it's very lively around here, especially on weekends with large live events! 🌟Drone Kongming Lantern Show: Also on Sun Moon Island, a must-see at night, very romantic, you can also overlook it during the night tour of the Great Wall

Beijing|Gubei Water Town The ancient and charming water town is so beautiful. The Gubei Water Town in Beijing in winter, it's as if we've traveled back to the Ming and Qing Dynasties, full of ancient charm. Gubei Water Town can get a thumbs up from Big Brother during the red leaf season. Red and yellow leaves paired with ancient buildings, small bridges, flowing water, and homes, living in Beijing, we've encountered another Jiangnan~ The ancient town is reflected on the lake, as if we are in a ink painting. In the cold winter, why not come to Gubei Water Town in Beijing to experience this tranquility and beauty, to relax and nourish the soul, it's simply breathtakingly beautiful!

Gubei Water Town is located in Gubeikou Town, Miyun District, Beijing. It is backed by the most beautiful and dangerous Simatai Great Wall in China and has the Yuanyang Lake Reservoir. It is a rare tourist resort in the suburbs of Beijing that combines mountains, water, and city. It is a resort town with northern style at the foot of the Great Wall, integrating sightseeing, leisure, business, creative culture, and other tourism industries. 2. Opening hours and tickets Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 9:00–22:00, last entry at 21:00. Ticket price: CNY 140 for adults, free for children under 1.2 meters. 3. Transportation Self-driving: It takes about 2 hours from downtown Beijing. Public transportation: There are direct buses to Gubei Water Town. 4. Featured tours Simatai Great Wall: The only Great Wall in China that retains the original appearance of the Ming Dynasty, famous for its uniqueness and danger. Night tour of the town: Walk on the Great Wall with a lantern and feel the lights and people on the Great Wall, which is a unique feeling. Open-air theater: You can experience traditional cultural performances, such as shadow puppetry and folk songs. 5. Photo spots Water Dance Show: The music fountain in front of Wangjing Tower in the ancient town opens at a fixed time every night. The water column of the fountain swings with the music and lights, which is an important scene of the night tour of Gubei Water Town. Simaxiao Distillery: You can visit the ancient brewing process and buy wine on site. Yongshun Dyehouse: The ancient method of dyeing cloth with large vats is used, and visitors can see the huge flower cloth hanging to dry, which is a good place to take pictures. 6. Food experience Gubei Water Town is famous for its unique water town food, where you can taste a variety of traditional Jiangnan-style snacks, such as soup dumplings, beggar's chicken, and salted pork soup. 7. Accommodation recommendations It is recommended to stay for at least one day. If time permits, two or three days will be more suitable, so you can enjoy the style of Gubei Water Town more leisurely. 8. Useful tips Luggage service: After arriving at the parking lot of the water town, you can check your luggage for free at the luggage service center to the reserved hotel. Shuttle bus: The shuttle bus in the water town can be taken unlimited times for free with a room card or a bus ticket.

#100WaysOfTravel Getting There: Hop on a train at Beijing North Railway Station and before you know it, you’ll be stepping into the charming Gubeikou Water Town! A quick taxi ride or an easy bus hop (Bus 25 and 51) from Gubeikou Railway Station will bring you right to this hidden gem. Attractions: This place has something for everyone! Hike through breathtaking landscapes, glide over mountains on cable cars or race down exhilarating slides. Enjoy a mix of the old and new with stunning traditional and drone shows, relax at cozy coffee shops and bars or drift along in a peaceful boat ride. Photographers, get ready—this is your dream destination! Hotels: Where you stay matters! Inside Gubeikou Water Town, hotels offer a luxury experience but come at a price. Venture just outside the town and you’ll find a range of accommodations that are friendlier on the wallet without skimping on comfort. Food & Restaurants: Bring your appetite! Whether you’re craving street snacks, fresh fish, sizzling lamb, juicy steaks, hearty noodles or wood-fired pizza, Gubeikou’s got it all. From Cantonese delicacies to authentic Chinese dishes, your taste buds are in for a treat. Shopping: Looking for a piece of history? Gubeikou’s shops are packed with traditional and historical treasures—perfect for those in search of unique souvenirs! Ready for adventure? Gubeikou Water Town awaits!

Gu Bei Water Town is about 2hours away from Beijing. We engaged a day tour private trip for a weekend gateway from Beijing which make our trip so much easier. Just leave everything to the tour agency and enjoy the trip. The water town is combines ancient architectural building which reflect the traditional water town of southern China. We enjoyed the stunning views, especially at twilight’s when the Great Wall is lit up at night. Overall, easy and relax weekend gateway for couples and family #coupletravel

The beauty of Gubei Water Town is mesmerizing~ Although some say it has become a bit commercialized, it's truly a great place to have fun with kids. A family of three can have a budget of less than 2000, which is acceptable. 📍Detailed Address: Gubei Water Town Tourist Area, Simatai Village, Miyun County, Beijing 🚗Transportation: It takes about three hours to drive from Tianjin via the Jingtai Expressway (no need for a Beijing entry permit) 💰: Highway toll 182r 🅿️Parking: Small passenger car 💰10 yuan with no time limit, parking is required outside the scenic area (if staying at a hotel inside the Gubei Water Town scenic area, the car needs to be parked in the underground parking lot of Gubei Hotel) 🏨Accommodation: Hangu Villa: 💰1500 For better value, you can look for homestays near Simatai Village, about a four to five-minute drive to the ancient town. It is highly recommended for families with children to stay within the scenic area for convenience. 🍽Dining: 💰About 80 yuan per person; Snack recommendations: Bridgehead Cake, Fried Squid; Roasted Sweet Potato; Tofu Corner; Snail Noodles~ The price of food in the scenic area will definitely be higher, but it's acceptable 🌟Simple Strategy: D1: Drive to Gubei—Check into the hotel—Stroll around the water town—Watch the water show—Drone performance (you can also choose to visit the Great Wall at night) D2: Climb the Great Wall—Play in the ancient town (Toy Museum)—Soak in the hot springs♨️—Return to Tianjin 🌟🌟🌟Children's Activities🌟🌟🌟 1⃣️House of Wind (DIY kite-making experience) 2⃣️Yongshun Dye Workshop (Tie-dye experience) 3⃣️Goldfish Workshop (Goldfish scooping) 4⃣️Toy Museum (💰100 yuan for one adult and one child, you can play for several hours without any problems) 5⃣️Lantern Shop (Making lanterns) 💡Practical tips: The only downside of Gubei Water Town is that it's not stroller-friendly. Definitely do not bring a stroller, or store it somewhere. Otherwise, various stone steps and gravel roads will make carrying both the child and the stroller utterly exhausting... Make good use of the shuttle service~ It helps to move around different areas with kids~ For example, I arranged the hot springs just before leaving, so we could go directly from the scenic area to the parking lot at the end

Gubei Water Town in Miyun, Beijing is now a national tourist attraction. We came here again in the summer. The water town is very distinctive, with small doors and courtyards all having different features, especially the greenery that decorates the walls. It must be even more beautiful in autumn. You can come to Gubei Water Town to see the red leaves, which will give you a different feeling from seeing the red leaves in Xiangshan. The red leaves on the streets of the small town.

🌈 With the warmth of spring, everything comes back to life, and plans for outings gradually make their way onto the agenda. The tourism heat of Beijing's 'Little Jiangnan' - Gubei Water Town - is also climbing steadily. Nestled against the mountains and waters, with the Simatai Great Wall at its back, April and May are the perfect months to witness a thriving scene of blooming flowers. It takes about 2 hours to drive from the city center 🚘 to reach Gubei Water Town at the foot of the Great Wall. 🔅 The water town is not particularly large, and two days are more than enough. Just follow your heart and the signs, and enjoy wandering and eating to your heart's content! You can take your time to stroll around, as there is a beautiful view at every step, which is very charming! You can also go and comfortably soak in a hot spring, washing away all the fatigue~ 🍡 Street snacks: Famous bridgehead cakes, shredded radish cakes, and grilled yellow croaker are all worth a try~ 🍽️ Local delicacies: Iron pot stewed fish, traditional braised pork, roast duck, and more, there are many restaurants, and any one of them is delicious 😋 🌌 In the evening, you can experience a boat cruise 🚢, take a cable car 🚡 to visit the Great Wall at night, or go to Riyue Island Square to watch a drone performance, all of which have a unique charm! 🎊 Next, let's talk about accommodation. If a family wants to comfortably tour the ancient town, they can stay at the Gubei Water Town Hotel right at the entrance of the scenic area. 📍 The hotel is ideally located, very close to the ancient town, just about a two-minute walk away, and there is a shuttle bus right at the door, which is very convenient❗ 🛋️ The suites are fully equipped, providing a very comfortable stay. The room's view 🖼️ is also great; from the balcony, you can see the Simatai Great Wall on the distant mountains, as well as the scenery of the water town. 🥪 The hotel offers a rich variety of breakfast options, but you need to go early~ otherwise, you'll have to queue 🧸 Now introducing the 🏨 May Day 'Gubei Water Town Hotel Deluxe Suite' accommodation for one night. Package contents Accommodation · May Day 'Gubei Water Town Hotel Deluxe Suite' accommodation for one night 1 portion Tickets · Gubei Water Town tickets 3 portions Transport · Unlimited rides on the scenic area shuttle bus 1 portion Other · Water Town hot spring experience for three 1 portion Meals · Breakfast for three 3 portions