Beijing 2026 Hottest & Trendiest Travel Hotspots (Updated Constantly)

A powerhouse lineup converges as the night charges with dark energy. From September 4 to November 1, 2026, the "Jingcai" Universal experience returns, breaking boundaries. Iconic IPs unite and brand-new shows debut, delivering an unprecedented, immersive horror journey that pushes your senses to the limit. 👻 Five immersive scare spaces that redraw your sensory boundaries This time, Universal transforms fear into five themed spaces, each a precision strike on your psychological defenses. ✅ Painted skin haunted house: the shadowy lanes off Songling Street are thick with unease. ✅ Subterranean crypt: it’s time once again for Universal Monsters to rise. ✅ Identity V: escape Baisha Street as the game bleeds into reality. ✅ The Lost Tomb: a classic reborn, with the trio’s warmth and sense of safety. ✅ A Quiet Place: danger runs deep in the darkness, awakening your deepest fears. 🎭 Four street scare zones where you step in and become the lead As night falls, the streets turn into another world. Step in, and you’re no longer a bystander. 🔪 M3GAN, the pop-culture–dominating killer doll, drops in. The whiplash between cute and creepy will keep the screams coming. 🎪 Anti-cute party: who says cute can’t kill? A rebellious carnival that flips everything you thought you knew. 🌑 Mears forbidden zone: a forgotten territory—once you enter, don’t expect an easy way out. ⛓️ Underworld: unknown creatures lurking in the dark, always ready to get up close and personal. 🔥 A brand-new "Jingcai" show makes a stunning debut In the ruins, a portal rips open, sparks seeping through. A demon’s hand reaches out from the light as the summoning unfolds amid real flames—the drums hit heavier and heavier as everyone holds their breath. 🏯 Death Eaters™ themed activities 🔹 Death Eaters™ roam the streets of Hogsmeade™ village, shrouding the village in dark magic. 🔹 Witches and wizards can choose a side to confront the Death Eaters™ head-on or pledge their loyalty. 🔹 Hogsmeade™ village is plastered with mysterious notices hinting at the arrival of the Death Eaters™. 🔹 Interactive experiences in select areas let witches and wizards influence the wizarding world’s darkest hour. 🔹 New limited-edition themed merchandise lets you declare your allegiance. 🔹 Three Broomsticks™ fall feast, savor magical flavors. 💡 Tips 🔸 Evening experiences are open Thursday–Monday each week for a limited time. 🔸 Universal’s Grand Parade will be suspended from Aug 31–Nov 6. 🔸 During the 2026 "Jingcai" Universal event, evening experiences such as the "Jingcai" show and scare spaces are open Thursday–Monday for a limited time (closed on September 17, October 1, and October 8; open on September 16, September 30, October 6, and October 28). This fall, the game of the brave has begun—are you in? 🎃✨

Beijing finally has a spot that matches the New Moon vibe. Hidden on Yingtao Xiejie in Dashilar, the 300-year-old former Xidan Hotel site has reopened. 📜 A quick look at its centuries-old history Built during the Kangxi era of the Qing dynasty, more than 300 years ago. It first served as the Guizhou Guild Hall, welcoming scholars traveling to Beijing for the imperial exams. In the Republic of China era, it was converted into an inn and renamed Xidan Hotel. The plaque above the entrance was inscribed in 1944 by master calligrapher Zhang Boying, giving it a strong sense of heritage. 🏮 Back in style, with the New Moon look Gray-wood corridors, a circular atrium, and old timber beams. A naturally moody, retro filter of bygone days. Every step reveals a new scene, with a storybook sense of fate 📖 📸 Photo-worthy spots ▫️ From the second-floor corridor, shoot down toward the stage and atrium. Red drapes, wood corridors, and natural light create a strong atmosphere, great for portraits. ▫️ The old stone plaque by the entrance and the vintage patterned tile floor carry rich period details. ▫️ In the atrium courtyard, red pillars, green windows, and lanterns make it easy to snap striking shots. 📚 Xuannan Bookstore’s first shop opens here Named Xidan Hotel, yet it’s not in Xidan, and it’s not a hotel. Xuannan Bookstore’s first shop has relocated here, creating a digital cultural space that blends local character with a high-tech touch, and showcasing the stories of the Dashilar historic cultural district. There are performances every day at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM, passing on traditional opera and folk arts, demonstrating traditional crafts, and offering a fresh experience. 📍 Address: No. 11 Yingtao Xiejie, Xicheng District (former site of Xidan Hotel)

🍁 The air is turning crisp in early fall, and Beijing quietly rolled out a wave of hidden gems to explore. Each spot is full of surprises—perfect for your weekend plans ✨ 🚌 Grand Canal sightseeing route A new after-dark option. Ride a bright yellow, open-top double-decker bus with a dedicated guide. The full loop takes about 40 minutes and links sub-center landmarks like Randeng Pagoda and Daguanglou. Pair it with a canal cruise for a new land-and-water night tour experience 🌃 📍 Starting point: Moon River Art and Leisure Town, No. 2 parking lot | ⏰ 5:00 PM–9:00 PM, every hour (trial service runs through the end of November) ☕ Mutianyu Great Wall coffee shop Where the ancient Great Wall meets rich coffee—set at a prime spot along the north ticket gate. Three limited-edition themed cups (classic jade-green Chinese style, heritage embroidery, and paper-cut art) make a stunning debut, with seasonal specialty drinks and Great Wall–themed desserts too 🍂 📍 Location: Mutianyu Great Wall | Climb the pass and savor great coffee for an immersive Coffee at Mutianyu experience 🛍️ Wangjing V-HUB Home to 156 brands and 88 debut stores, including 20 first-in-Beijing. It has transformed from traditional retail into an urban playground—a one-stop spot for daily shopping, sports fashion, family-friendly entertainment, and a food market 🎉 📍 Location: Wangjing Xiaojie V-HUB 🎁 Beijing Gifts · Grand Canal Gift Shop Centered on canal culture, it features heritage handicrafts, cultural-creative goods, and Yun Cha wellness tea. Upstairs you’ll find an exhibit of original props from the 1986 TV classic The Journey to the West, plus shadow puppetry and other intangible cultural heritage workshops—blending nostalgia and tradition 🐵 📍 Location: Wanli Tingyun Town 🎭 momoda early-years family theater Created for babies and toddlers ages 0–3, this baby theater has no high stage, so little ones can freely enter the performance area and interact. Age-based sessions suit different developmental stages. Performers come from top schools like the Central Academy of Drama and the Beijing Dance Academy 🦕 📍 Location: Wanli Tingyun Town 🌲 Xibeiwang Mixc One "Mixchill" The indoor forest of northern Haidian with lush greenery + wooden seating, plus elephant, bunny, and fawn installations tucked among the plants—a calming, forest-inspired retreat between shopping 🐰 📍 Location: Xibeiwang Mixc One, B2–B1 🌟 Beijing is dazzling this early fall. Invite family and friends to unlock new ways to explore the city and capture your own beautiful fall memories 📸

As a flagship event of the 2026 China-Brazil Cultural Year, the first Brazil Festival is coming to 798 Creative Plaza 🎉 With the theme "Flying rivers: a diverse and more sustainable Brazil," this 5-day cultural feast brings the breathtaking landscapes, rich cultures, and vibrant spirit of Brazil’s six major biomes to Beijing 👇 🌿 Explore Brazil's six ecological sanctuaries The centerpiece is the "Aerial rivers" exhibition, which explores the deep connections between forests, water sources, climate, and human life 🌍 On site, 42 striking eco-photographs take you into the Amazon rainforest, Cerrado tropical savanna, Caatinga dry shrubland, Atlantic Forest, Pantanal wetlands, and Pampa grasslands, revealing the soul of one of the planet’s most biodiverse lands 📸 🏠 A life-size house crafted by 60 artisans The exhibition features a life-size house, with interiors entirely created by 60 artisans from across Brazil 🎨 The standout is a series of finely hand-embroidered birds, inspired by forest species unique to Brazil. Their bright, romantic craftsmanship expresses a distinctly Brazilian character ✨ 🎭 40 Brazilian folk woodcuts On display are 40 signed woodcuts by Brazilian cultural master J. Borges. Traditional woodcut techniques turn nature into visual poetry, gently unfolding the splendor of Brazil’s ecosystems 🖼️ 🥽 Immersive VR experience An immersive space combines imagery, sound, and audiovisual effects to transport you to Brazil’s top destinations and their authentic atmosphere 🌊 💃 Over 10 authentic music and dance performances National treasure samba artist Marina Iris, China-based Brazilian band Golden Brazilians, and renowned singer Marianita Ortaça will take the stage in turn 🎶 There will also be captivating capoeira performances, amping up the audiovisual experience 🔥 A 5-day Brazil celebration—see the exhibitions, enjoy the shows, and immerse yourself in the spirit of South America 🇧🇷 Free admission! Invite your friends to 798 and experience this cultural celebration spanning half the globe 🎉

From August 21 to October 6, 2026, on Fridays, Saturdays, and public holidays, the Juyongguan Great Wall night experience 2.0 returns with an upgraded, immersive journey through a Ming dynasty border pass. 🎭 Six interactive checkpoints Six NPCs guard six checkpoints, including General Xu Da, famed commander Chang Yuchun, and Yuntai poet Xu Wenshan. Visitors can interact with the NPCs to earn silver notes. Collect 15 to unlock the martial arts matchmaking arena. 🛍 Period-style auction Held at Ningchang Hall from 7:40–8:00 PM. Bid on destination-themed creative souvenirs, snacks, plush toys, and more. The auctioneer hosts in a period style for extra fun. 🎭 Street improv skits From the ancient inn corridor to the North Gate tower area, catch the "Jianghu Delight" mini‑play series from 6:45–7:00 PM and 7:15–7:30 PM. Join interactive scenes like Jinyiwei imperial guards capturing a fugitive and duels between martial arts masters. 🎪 Period peddler acrobatics From 6:30–7:30 PM, a vintage peddler hawks goods with a shoulder pole, chats with passersby, and brings a lively street vibe. 🎆 Lighting ceremony At dusk, war drums take their place in the square beneath the North Gate tower and the lights stand ready. Drums call and lights answer, illuminating the mighty pass and opening a romantic chapter of the night. 🎉 Martial arts matchmaking Held at Ningchang Hall from 8:00–8:30 PM. Team up with NPCs for tug-of-war and silk ball toss. Winners take part in a Ming-style wedding ceremony with the bride, receive wedding sweets on-site, and have their names added to the honor roll. ⏰ Dates: August 21–October 6, 2026 (Fridays, Saturdays, and public holidays; closed on the last day of each public holiday) ⏰ Business hours: 6:00–9:00 PM daily Come to Juyongguan Great Wall for an immersive journey through a Ming dynasty border pass.

The south of the city is getting a refresh! Daxing Paradise Walk turns 10! Surprises are here—its upgraded showcase, "Muguang Island," brings forests, waterfalls, and 24 new stores into the mall. No need to trek to the outer suburbs—unlock a soothing city island in south Beijing 🌿 🌲 Three forest-inspired sights—must-snap on your island stroll 👇 📷 Muguang • Sacred Tree | 12m indoor giant A 12m towering tree rises into the air, reaching the skylight dome. Look up to be embraced by leaves and sunlight—gentle and restorative. 📷 Muguang • Silver Falls | 10m cascading water curtain A 10m water wall shimmers like a gauzy silver veil, with the sound of flowing water. It gives the space a clear, fluid energy—serene and stress-relieving. 📷 Muguang • Cloud Stair | 360° pure-white spiral gallery A 360° spiral staircase winds upward—romantic and beautiful. Smooth, curving architectural lines make every snap look high-end. 🎊 24 new brands now open | Dining + lifestyle aesthetics, all in one place Muguang Island is split into two zones, covering full-service dining, snacks, coffee, fragrances, and lifestyle finds—perfect for group meals or a solo wander. 📍 Address: Beijing Daxing Paradise Walk · Muguang Island (Subway Line 4, Biomedical Base Station)

Welcome to Dongtai Village in Huairou, Beijing. A group of sprites called "Sleepy Cats" is quietly waking this once-silent mountain village—they sunbathe on rooftops or doze in corners, and their adorable charm not only soothes every visitor but also won an international design gold award. Now the new "Sleepy Cat" cultural and creative street has officially opened, where art and rural life meet in a warm embrace✨ 🐱 Cat IP, feel-good vibes maxed out The entire street revolves around the "Sleepy Cat" IP, with feline elements everywhere. Around every corner, real cats lovingly cared for by villagers stroll at their own pace—they are the true hosts here. 🐈‍⬛ 🏠 Signature spaces, a view at every step 🔸 Bread school: chestnut bread baked in a cat-paw shape—cute and delicious; 🔸 Tails and light concept store: shelves full of cat-themed designer toys and pet supplies; 🔸 Valley art center: take in exhibitions amid the mountains—artsy vibes abound; 🔸 Huayuji: afternoon tea worthy of every glowing adjective; 🔸 Fan Beilu art center: experience the creative magic of an anime master. 🌰 Centuries-old chestnut grove, the Great Wall as the backdrop Tired from exploring? Head to the cafe at Wellbour Garden Homestay for a chestnut latte ☕. Listen to the rustle of the century-old chestnut trees, blended with the cats’ purrs, and look up to the bold silhouette of the Great Wall in the distance… it’s sublime 🏔️ 📍 Precise navigation: Dongtai Village Committee, Bohai Town, Huairou If you’re looking to escape the city’s hustle and bustle, come wander this little village healed by cats. Pet some cats, see an exhibit, sip coffee, and admire the Great Wall—it’s the perfect day 🫶

When flavors from 30 countries gather in one place, when Michelin-starred and Black Pearl restaurants roll out street-food prices, and when Sun Park transforms into a global culinary lounge… the 2026 Beijing International Food Carnival lands at Firework Square in Sun Park from September 3–6. Your around-the-world tasting tour is ready for takeoff! ✈️ 🍽️ Record-breaking scale—sample world flavors in one stop About 120 standout restaurants from 30 countries and regions will sketch a dazzling, multicultural food map. Classic bites like American burgers, Italian pizza, Thai curry, Korean barbecue, and Japanese yakitori meet authentic specialties such as Indian pani puri, Middle Eastern shawarma, and Italian caprese salad. Dishes from the hit movie “Welcome to Dragon Restaurant” will also make a surprise appearance, letting you relive those cinematic moments on your plate. 🎬 ⭐ Top restaurants come to you—Michelin taste at friendly prices Michelin-listed spots such as Nishiki and Les Morilles, along with Black Pearl favorites, will showcase their signature dishes. No reservations needed and wallet-friendly prices mean you can tick off world-class flavors in a single visit—this is true “foodie power” at its peak! 🦐 Global ingredients market—eat now, shop for later Head to the special ingredients zone for more delights: live Thai giant river prawns and Vietnamese black tiger prawns flown in fresh, plus Musang King, Black Thorn, and Monthong durians. Sample distinctive chocolates from Côte d'Ivoire and Belgium, then buy the same ingredients and gift boxes on the spot. Satisfy both taste buds and shopping urges in one go! 🎵 Food + music—summer nights that never end Enjoy live performances while savoring great food, catching the evening breeze, and soaking up the music. The main venue at Sun Park partners with nearby districts such as Blue Harbor, Liangma River, and Hopson One, blending multiple business formats and scenes to break the limits of a traditional food fair and spark citywide spending. ✨ This fall, meet the world at Sun Park! Bring family and friends to Beijing’s international playground at the foot of the Great Wall and start your own global journey of flavors. 🫶 📍 Event: 2026 Beijing International Food Carnival 📅 Dates & hours: 🔸 September 3: 4:00–10:00 PM 🔸 September 4–6: 10:00 AM–10:00 PM

At the sunken plaza of Galaxy SOHO, the world’s first 24-hour smart unmanned coffee shop is now open—robots handle everything from grinding and extraction to pouring and placing each cup in the pickup locker. Day or night, have a coffee whenever you want. A hot cup can be in your hands in 20 seconds. 🤖 ✨ Global first, open 24/7 This is the world’s first 24-hour smart unmanned coffee shop. Traditional cafes close late at night, but the need for coffee among late-night workers, night-time creators, and people working across time zones never goes away. Here, it’s open 24 hours. If you want a cup at 3:00 AM, the robots are on duty, making it truly possible to have coffee whenever you want. ⚡ 20 seconds per cup, a world record Powered by AI, the coffee-making process is broken down into standardized mechanical steps. Each cup is consistently prepared in under 20 seconds, and the line can make up to 7–8 cups at once. On opening day, the in-store robots attempted a Guinness World Records challenge and succeeded, producing 202 cups in 1 hour—well above the minimum requirement of 130. 🏆 🍵 One cup, one recipe Before you order, you can fine-tune sweetness, coffee strength, and juice intensity from 1% to 100%. A robot in a baseball cap and hoodie serves your coffee from the window and places it steadily into the pickup locker, while a smart display live-streams the entire process. 🎉 10+ drinks to choose from Enjoy more than 10 drinks around the clock, including fresh milk lattes, durian Americanos, teas, sparkling waters, and probiotic juices. 📍 Where to find it: Galaxy SOHO sunken plaza, Beijing (Dongcheng District) Craving coffee late at night? Head to Galaxy SOHO, let a robot make you a fresh cup, and witness the record-breaking speed in action. ☕✨

On September 5, 2026, Fu Chong, a research fellow in the Department of Painting and Calligraphy at The Palace Museum, will give a talk titled "An overview of the Qianlong Emperor’s imperial calligraphy and paintings in the Palace Museum collection," offering an in-depth look at the artistic style and statecraft reflected in the Qianlong Emperor’s works. 📜 Overview of the Qianlong Emperor’s calligraphy and paintings The Qianlong Emperor was the most prolific imperial creator of calligraphy and paintings in Chinese history. The Palace Museum alone holds more than 12,000 of his works, which span wide-ranging themes and bear the hallmarks of their time. These works convey literary interests, family warmth, and imperial vision, and they served as key vehicles for advancing civil governance in a flourishing era and expressing the ruler’s approach to statecraft. 🎨 Lecture highlights Fu Chong will introduce the overall scope of the Palace Museum’s Qianlong holdings, current research, and how the works are categorized, analyzing their artistic style and the emperor’s governing philosophy. Drawing on pieces from the exhibition, the talk will also discuss the artistic styles of Liu Yong, Ji Yun, and Heshen, along with the Qianlong Emperor’s attitudes toward them, shedding light on the relationships among the three. ⏰ Time: September 5, 2026 Join us at The Palace Museum to hear Fu Chong’s engaging talk and experience the unique appeal of the Qianlong Emperor’s calligraphy and paintings!

Linheli Forest Camp in Tongzhou is located at No. 2 Linheli Road, Tongzhou District, Beijing, and covers approx. 10 hectares. After an extensive upgrade, it has been transformed into an immersive urban leisure destination that blends great food, creative retail, family-friendly activities, forest camping, and open-air concerts. The camp will open for trial operations starting August 22, 2026. 🌳 Immersive leisure camp The 10,000 m² food market gathers 75 top specialty suppliers from across China, offering regional cuisine, local snacks, desserts and drinks, and creative goods—one stop for all your dining, fun, and shopping needs. A spacious 30,000 m² self-service camping zone gives families and friends plenty of room to unwind, while the 1,000 m² forest rope-net playground is a paradise for kids. When night falls, relax to the melodies of outdoor concerts carried on the evening breeze. 🚗 Transportation: Set your navigation to "Linheli Forest Camp" for direct access. Eight nearby parking lots make it easy for visitors to park. ⏳ Recommended visit hours: Market area: Mon–Sun 5:00 PM–10:00 PM; camping area: Mon–Sun 10:00 AM–8:00 PM ⏰ Hours: Soft opening from August 22, 2026 💡 Travel tips: Apply mosquito repellent in advance and carry insect patches and anti-itch cream. Open flames and personal BBQ equipment are prohibited inside the camp. Linheli Road is a strictly regulated traffic zone—please park only in designated areas nearby. Come and experience the unique charm of immersive urban leisure at Linheli Forest Camp!

Yuanmingyuan Northern Rampart Green Park sits in the core area of Beijing’s Three Hills and Five Gardens, covering approx. 10 hectares. It is now fully completed and open to the public free of charge. This green space blends history and nature beautifully and offers an excellent place for leisure and recreation. 🌳 Culture and ecology in harmony A 1.7 km trail runs through the park, lined with 44 pines that recall the historic look of Qing-era guard posts. More than 450 flowering peaches are planted in clusters, interspersed with cherry blossoms, crabapple trees, and other shrubs, so you can enjoy pines and views of the ramparts year-round. At night, LED wall-wash lighting along the garden wall bathes the weathered brickwork in warm light, highlighting Yuanmingyuan’s distinctive historic silhouette. 🚶‍♀️ Visitor facilities The park offers public restrooms, accessible ramps, and a parking lot for non-motorized vehicles. On foot/by bike, take the Wanquan River steps west of Xiaojiahe Bridge for direct access. Residents north of the 5th Ring Road can use the upgraded accessible pedestrian overpass to enter the park; from there, it’s about 650m on foot to the Yuanmingyuan North Gate. 💡 Travel tips: Mosquitoes are more common in spring and summer, so consider bringing repellent. The northern rampart wall is a protected cultural heritage area—do not climb or deface the wall. Visit Yuanmingyuan Northern Rampart Green Park to experience the harmonious beauty of history and nature.

September 5–6, 2026, the Aobei Forest Concert returns with a warm new edition. Three highlights continue—live music in the woods, a starlight cinema, and the South Gate market—all free and open to the public, for a weekend filled with music, film, and lively market vibes. ⏰ Time: September 5, 2026 🎵 Forest concert ⏰ Time: September 5, 2026 📍 Location: Lawn at Aobei Phase II Park ✨ Highlights: • Jiuyu Tongle Band joins five artists for live folk and rock performances. • No assigned seating—the wooded lawn offers great views from anywhere. • Evening breezes and melodies weave together to create memories among the trees. 🎥 Outdoor cinema ⏰ Time: September 6, 2026 📍 Location: Lawn at Aobei Phase II Park ✨ Highlights: • Screening Disney’s classic The Lion King (2019). • Starlight meets the silver screen—perfect for family-friendly or friends’ movie night. • The rustling trees, evening breeze, and screen glow set a mellow, lingering mood. 🛍️ South Gate market ⏰ Time: September 5–6, 2026 ⏰ Business hours: Opens daily from 4:00 PM 📍 Location: South Gate of Aobei Phase II Park ✨ Highlights: • Specialty light bites, flavorful snacks, and handmade creative crafts. • Take a break and refuel between activities, and discover tasty flavors and curated finds. • Lively market buzz meets the fresh scent of grass and trees, adding texture to everyday life. Come to Aobei Phase II for a laid-back early fall weekend where forest music, a starlit cinema, and market vibes all come together.

Temple tourism has taken off in the past 2 years, with post-90s and post-00s making up half of all visitors. Beyond praying for blessings, young travelers have found a new way to enjoy temples—sipping coffee in ancient sanctuaries. Thailand and China are both doing this, each in its own fascinating way. 🇹🇭 Thailand: cafes growing around historic temples ☕ Riverside cafe cluster by Wat Arun 📍 Bangkok · around Wat Arun · on the Chao Phraya River ✨ Highlights: · Arun Cafe offers a tranquil setting—sip under tropical shade with views of the white prang · Across the river, Vivi The Coffee Place and Before Sunset offer a head-on view of the Temple of Dawn reflected on the water · Before Sunset sits on the 4th floor, with the best views at dusk, often nicknamed the golden hour lookout ☕ PAULETTE — a European-style loft facing Wat Ratchabophit 📍 Bangkok · 65 Fueang Nakhon Rd · 4th floor (near Wat Ratchabophit) ✨ Highlights: · Located on the 4th floor of a classic shophouse, overlooking the royal temple where Thai and European styles blend · Vintage European decor often described as a Paris apartment style · Serves housemade pastries, artisanal ice cream, and specialty coffee ☕ Suva Cafe + the revival of Song Wat Road’s old quarter 📍 Bangkok · 30 Una Gun Rd (near Wat Suthat and the Giant Swing) ✨ Highlights: · Suva Cafe: an Americana retro vibe with surfboard and motorcycle illustrations · Song Wat Rd: century-old warehouses and shophouses transformed into minimalist cafes and creative boutiques · Traditional spice shops, ancestral halls, and cafes coexist; young people map out routes that combine temple-hopping + cafe-hopping 🇨🇳 China: temples opening their own cafes ☕ Cibei Coffee — coffee mystery boxes sold by monks 📍 Hangzhou · Yongfu Temple (inside the Feilai Peak Scenic Area at Lingyin) ✨ Highlights: · Went viral on social media for monks selling coffee · Signature feature: cups printed with random temple blessings, dubbed coffee mystery boxes · A regular on destination best-of lists ☕ Jiafu Coffee — a modern taste in a 1,700-year-old temple 📍 Beijing · Tanzhe Temple (the oldest temple in Beijing) ✨ Highlights: · Launched Jiafu Coffee to attract young visitors · Enjoy a modern coffee in the courtyard of a thousand-year-old temple · In fall, ginkgo season + ancient temple + coffee = the ultimate photo backdrop ☕ Su Coffee — oat milk lattes at a millennia-old temple 📍 Shanghai · Longhua Temple ✨ Highlights: · With over a thousand years of history, Longhua Temple has a beverage window in its Longhua vegetarian dining area · Serves Americanos and lattes; lattes are made with oat milk, suitable for vegetarians · Cups feature Longhua Temple and Longhua Pagoda motifs, making great keepsakes ☕ Jianfo Coffee — a zen-minded cup at a thousand-year-old temple 📍 Taizhou · Longxing Temple ✨ Highlights: · Longxing Temple is a millennia-old sanctuary in Taizhou · A temple-run cafe named Jianfo · Sip coffee in an ancient temple where zen meets everyday life 💬 In Thailand, cafes cluster around historic temples and preserve original architecture. In China, temples are innovating with coffee and cultural products. Different approaches, same aim: helping young people find a place of calm within tradition.

The Juyongguan Great Wall night tour has been refreshed to version 2.0, with an immersive time-travel experience running through the National Day holiday. Visit Changping on weekends or holidays: feel the weight of history by day, scale the mighty pass by night, and enjoy a short getaway steeped in ancient charm. ⏰ Dates: Aug 21–Oct 6, 2026 (every Fri, Sat, and public holiday; closed on the last day of multi-day holidays) ⏰ Hours: 6:00 PM–9:00 PM 🏯 Juyongguan Great Wall night tour ⏰ Dates: Aug 21–Oct 6, 2026 (every Fri, Sat, and public holiday; closed on the last day of multi-day holidays) ⏰ Hours: 6:00 PM–9:00 PM ✨ Highlights: • Interactive quests: interact with six gatekeeper NPCs to earn silver notes. • Antique-style auction: 7:40 PM–8:00 PM · Ningchang Hall, bid on cultural-creative goods, toys, and more. • Street skits: from the Ancient Inn corridor to the North Gate tower, 6:45 PM–7:00 PM and 7:15 PM–7:30 PM. • Martial arts matchmaking: 8:00 PM–8:30 PM · Ningchang Hall, collect silver notes to join a traditional wedding experience. • Lighting ceremony: plaza below the North Gate tower, war drums ignite the majestic pass. 🏛 The Ming Tombs ⏰ Dates: through Oct 7, 2026 ✨ Highlights: • Immersive stage play “The Sixteen Emperors of the Ming”: Sat–Sun and public holidays at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. • Fun at Ding Ling: draw lots with the imperial preceptor, identify herbs by scent, try lacquer-fan crafting, and more. • Scripted roleplay tour: spans The Ming Tombs Changling and Ding Ling, available Mon–Fri. 🌊 Ming Tomb Reservoir ✨ Highlights: • Fall by the water: high skies, billowing clouds, and refreshing air. • Sunset glow: distant rolling hills, rippling waters up close. 🛍 Badaling Outlets ✨ Highlights: • Nearly 300 international and fashion brands. • American-style shopping setting with both Chinese and Western dining and desserts. 🍴 Daolingjian Village laogao banquet ✨ Highlights: • Laogao cakes: crispy outside, tender inside, with generous fillings. • Pair with farmhouse favorites like braised pork belly with preserved mustard greens and spicy tofu fish. 🍴 Kangling Village spring pancake banquet ✨ Highlights: • Thin pancakes wrap more than 10 fixings like bean sprouts, egg pancakes, and braised pork belly. • With pancakes, the braised pork knuckle tastes rich but not greasy. 🍴 Xianrendong Village vegetarian banquet ✨ Highlights: • All-vegetarian spread: healthy, creative takes on classics like sauerkraut “pork” slices and “ribs” stewed with yam. • Artsy vibe: painted street walls where ancient earthen walls meet modern colors. 🍴 Shangkou Village Rolling Donkey banquet ✨ Highlights: • Rolling Donkey (lüdagunr): the traditional soybean flour dessert alongside new twists with glutinous rice and sorghum flours. • Red-braised pork belly: rich but not heavy, melts in your mouth. 🏡 Wangchuan Shanju boutique homestay collection ✨ Highlights: • Four courtyards with 24 rooms, ideal for families, team outings, and more. • Shiguang Courtyard: family-themed suites with a kids’ play castle and a tent. 🏡 Tingqi Huise Homestay ✨ Highlights: • Three “jing” standards: clean, quiet, and ambience. • Courtyards in varied styles: jasmine-themed, lily-themed, and other fragrant plants. 🏨 Leduogang Marriott Hotel ✨ Highlights: • Family-themed rooms: immersive designs full of playful touches. • Tangle Palace: over 6,500 sq m of indoor and outdoor hot springs with 21 specialty pools. Come to Changping and unlock the refreshed Juyongguan night Great Wall experience and colorful trips nearby!

Want to see giant pandas? Beyond Chengdu, many cities across China offer great viewing, with pandas of all personalities waiting to meet you. Here’s our roundup 👇 Sichuan 🐼 Hehua (Huahua) 📍 Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding Born in 2020, a short, chubby, and super-fluffy sweetheart at the Chengdu base. She stays calm even when her bamboo gets snatched. In 2023, her “triangle rice ball” look dominated trending searches, sending the base’s ticket sales soaring 9x, with 800,000+ Super Topic followers. Widely regarded as today’s top female star among pandas. 🐼 Fu Bao 📍 Wolong Shenshuping Base of the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda Born in 2020 at Everland in South Korea. Keepers made her a guitar, flower crowns, and little glasses. Before she came home, a petition on Korean sites drew tens of thousands of signatures. She returned to Sichuan in April 2024, with Chinese and Korean media coverage rivaling a celebrity’s airport arrival. 🐼 Xiang Xiang 📍 Bifengxia Base, Ya’an Born in 2017 at Ueno Zoo in Tokyo. A nationwide naming vote drew 320,000 entries. She generated billions of yen in economic impact each year for Japan. When she returned to China in February 2023, Japanese media aired a 12-hour live farewell. Beijing 🐼 Meng Lan 📍 Beijing Zoo Born in 2015, Beijing Zoo’s serial escape artist. He’s climbed walls by stepping on a red ball, twisted door handles, and cheekily teased visitors from afar. A single Douyin video topped 300 million views. Netizens jokingly call him Beijing’s “985” genius on the loose. Jiangsu 🐼 Mengxun & Aobao 📍 Suzhou Taihu National Wetland Park A brother-sister duo born in 2022 and total foodies. You can also watch them play-fight—super lively and adorable. 🐼 Jiujiu 📍 Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo Known as the most beautiful panda in East China. More than just a pretty face, Jiujiu is quite the performer—you might even catch this panda dancing. Chongqing 🐼 Shuangshuang, Zhongzhong, Xixi, and Qingqing (the “Four Joy Meatballs”) 📍 Chongqing Zoo There are 23 pandas here—one of them is sure to steal your heart. The viral foursome “Four Joy Meatballs” is from this zoo, and if you’re lucky, you might even see them “playing mahjong.” Liaoning 🐼 Feiyun 📍 Dalian Forest Zoo The zoo’s first-gen internet-famous female: round head, snow-white coat. Fans lovingly call her “Feiyun piggy.” Together with Jinhu and Miaoyin, she’s one of “Dalian’s three treasures.” Livestreams often draw 100,000+ viewers year-round. Shaanxi 🐼 Qizai 📍 Qinling Four Treasures Science Park The world’s only captive brown giant panda, discovered in Foping, Shaanxi, in 2009. With chocolate-colored fur, he’s jokingly nicknamed the Labrador of the panda world. Shandong 🐼 Yaji 📍 Jinan Zoo A little hidden gem who really knows how to work a crowd. When standing on all fours, Yaji looks like a small bench—hence the cute nickname “Little Bench.” Which panda has stolen your heart? Beyond the stars above, many other provinces across China have adorable giant pandas waiting to meet you. Start planning your panda trip and witness the charm of this national treasure up close

April 30–October 6, 2026, the Badaling Night Great Wall debuts an all‑new upgraded experience The open area covers the cultural street and the stretch from North Tower 4 to South Tower 4. Lights are on 7:20 PM–10:00 PM. Performances and interactive experiences run 6:30 PM–9:00 PM. Entry verification is available 6:30 PM–9:00 PM. The south route ground cable car operates one way uphill 5:30 PM–7:30 PM. This upgrade centers on on‑wall interactions + themed dance to create an immersive night tour. Talk in real time with roaming NPCs such as Meng Jiangnü, a Ming‑era general, and frontier soldiers, and hear Great Wall stories as you walk. Join the waystation letter‑writing activity to send blessings that a courier delivers to the wall, adding a sense of ceremony and romance. The cultural street recreates a Tea‑Horse trade market, blending role‑play with borderland flair. The signature performance, "Bonfire Beyond the Pass," fuses Mongolian dance with modern choreography. At the climax, a simulated bonfire interaction invites visitors to join hands and dance to folk steps, feeling the Wall’s grandeur and the warmth of local culture in light and rhythm. Entry ceremonies and live interactions with wall patrols further deepen the sense of historical immersion. Come to Badaling and start a journey that’s uniquely yours

Aojia Art Museum is inside Aojia Hotel at 26 Dongzhimenwai Avenue, Chaoyang District, Beijing, in the Second Embassy District. It faces the Australian and Canadian embassies and is close to Sanlitun. Converted by Aojia Hotel in 2014, it is Beijing’s first private museum founded by a company. The first floor is Aojia Art Museum, and the second basement level is the Yingjie Hardstone Art Museum. 🏛️ See | Collection highlight: hardstone art The museum holds more than 800 artworks, centered on Chinese natural stone paintings and Italian hardstone inlay (pietra dura), along with contemporary ink, oil paintings, and sculptures. Many natural stone paintings come from rock cross-sections formed approx. 120 million years ago by tectonic movements. Their patterns are natural and impossible to replicate, making them a standout here. The first-floor museum also hosts rotating temporary exhibitions in oil painting, ink, photography, design, and sculpture. 🕌 Shoot | European castle vibe Converted from a hotel building, the museum features an overall European Gothic style. On the second basement level, a Gothic vaulted ceiling, ancient Roman reliefs, stone arch columns, and a rock tunnel create a palace-like space of approx. 1,500 square meters. The atmosphere is unique and great for photos. 🆓 Stroll | Free, no reservation required Admission is free and no reservation is required. Opening hours are 10:00–11:30 AM and 12:30–5:00 PM (closed for 1 hour at noon). Closed on public holidays; please refer to the official notice of the day. The museum is compact; plan 1–2 hours to see everything. 🚇 Getting there | Subway access, Sanlitun nearby Take Subway Line 2 to Dongzhimen Station, Exit C, or Line 10 to Agricultural Exhibition Center Station, Exit D1, then walk approx. 15 minutes; or take Bus 117 to Xingfu Sancun Stop. After your visit, the Sanlitun shopping area is within walking distance. If you want a lesser-known, crowd-free, and photogenic gallery that’s free to visit, Aojia Art Museum is worth the trip. Before you go, check the official channels for opening hours and current exhibitions, then plan your itinerary.

Fall’s first craft beer is here! Waimasongjiu · Beijing Chaoyang International Craft Beer Festival returns in a big way to the Sun Park Grand Plaza on September 10 🎉 Hundreds of top craft breweries from across China, Michelin-level food, a borderless dance floor, playful beer games, and a creative makers’ market… from day to night, one ticket unlocks all the fun. Max out your fall joy 👇 🍺 100+ craft brews you won’t want to miss Hundreds of leading craft labels gather with rare Cantonese chenpi (aged citrus peel) flavors, tropical fruit brews from Hainan, dozens of limited releases, and award-winning standouts—all unlocked in one go 🔥 NBeer sparks flavor miracles with everyday ingredients, Fengkuang Craft Brewing stays firmly in the top tier, ALUS from Shenzhen crafts the art of living through beer, and new Beijing brand Bobi makes waves… every pour is worth a cheers! 🍔 Michelin-level teams on deck, ridiculously good eats Slow Boat brings Beijing’s best burger and keeps winning at international beer competitions. Side Street blends global street-food inspiration with jaw-dropping creative burgers. Plus Gelato Divino’s Italian artisanal gelato is low-fat and silky—just right for a tipsy treat 🍨 💃 Borderless dance floor, a light buzz means freedom This year, the dance floor gets a full upgrade—no fences, no barriers, no rules, only music and movement 🎶 EDM and swing run non-stop into the night. Be your true self on the vast lawn! 🧘 Tipsy wellness for the perfect contrast EDM BGM meets lawn yoga, Wing Chun sessions, and Hawaiian hula… stretch by day, let loose by night. This beer fest really knows how to deliver ✨ 🏆 Beer games + inspiration market, so fun you won’t want to leave Speed-drink challenges, buzzed Wing Chun, and burger sprints—win a prize or take a drink 🍻 Plus crossover merch, henna hand painting, tarot readings, and indie illustration… find fresh life inspiration beyond the glass! From day to night, craft beer + great food + live shows + wellness + market—your one-stop pass to all the joy of fall 🎉 Grab your drinking buddies and raise a glass at Sun Park! 🍻 📍 Event info Name: Waimasongjiu · Beijing Chaoyang International Craft Beer Festival Dates: September 10–13, 2026, daily 3:00 PM–11:00 PM Location: Sun Park Grand Plaza, Chaoyang District, Beijing Transportation: Subway Line 14, Zaoying Station exit A. About a 5 minute walk