Solo Trip to Beijing | The Bell Tower is So Beautiful After the Snowfall (With Tips)

Beijing, a city filled with historical ambiance. When wandering alone in Beijing, I encountered the Bell Tower after a snowfall, and it was truly stunning! 🌟 About the Bell Tower The Bell and Drum Towers of Beijing are a group of ancient buildings located at the northern end of Beijing's central north-south axis, situated at the northern end of Di'anmen Outer Street in Dongcheng District, and are key national cultural relics under protection. The two towers are aligned one behind the other, majestic and imposing, a spectacular sight that embodies the crystallization of the wisdom and strength of ancient Chinese laborers. The Bell and Drum Towers served as the time-telling center of the capital during the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. In the history of urban bell and drum tower systems, Beijing's Bell and Drum Towers are the largest in scale and the tallest in form, making them one of the iconic buildings of ancient Beijing and an important structure that has witnessed nearly a century of Chinese history. 🌟 Solo Travel How to enjoy Beijing alone? Here's my solo travel guide. 1️⃣ About accommodation: First, let's talk about accommodation. When traveling alone, I choose youth hostels, which are economical and a great way to meet new friends. 2️⃣ About food and drink: When eating alone, I mostly try snacks and taste Beijing's special delicacies. 3️⃣ About getting around: The most convenient way to travel in Beijing is by subway, which provides direct access to most attractions. 📷 About Photography ✅ Spot one: Bell and Drum Tower Square is the spot to capture the Bell Tower, where you can take panoramic shots as well as photos with people in the frame. ✅ Spot two: Located at the intersection leading to Gulou East Street, this is also a great spot for taking photos. 🌟 Basic Tips 🎫 Ticket price: 10 RMB per person ⏰ Opening hours: 09:30—17:30 (peak season) 09:30—16:30 (off-peak season) 🚌 Transportation tips: Take Beijing Subway Line 2 or Line 8, get off at Gulou Dajie Station, exit from Exit G, walk south for about 700 meters to reach the Bell Tower, and walk south for about 800 meters to reach the Drum Tower.