Best Things to Do
left-leaf
trip-best
Best Things to Do
right-leaf
Best Things to Do
Annual
2024 Global 100
Annual
2024 Asia 100

Top 23 Best Things to Do in Beijing - 2024

Save
Explore the best things to do in Beijing! Uncover top activities and experiences for an unforgettable visit.
Updated Jun 2024
  • top_1
    󰺂10
    4.5/5
    24872 Review
    From1687500
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 39 reviews
    "The most fun and worthwhile location in Beijing during the whole trip is here. The fare booked here is cheaper than buying directly on the official App, and the overall play experience is very good. The park officially opened at 10:00 in the morning, but when there are many people, it is best to arrive at 8:30 to start queuing. I took my parents to play together, and my mother also had a great time~"
    Beijing.Universal Beijing Resort and Sorrounding
    24km from downtown
    Highlights: Universal Beijing Resort is a highly anticipated theme park destination that includes Universal Theme Park, Universal CityWalk Beijing, and two resort hotels. Universal Beijing Resort combines Chinese cultural elements to create a unique experience. It has seven themed areas, 37 rides and entertainment facilities and landmark attractions, 24 performances, 80 food and beverage outlets and 30 retail outlets.
    Show Less
  • top_2
    󰺂9.9
    4.8/5
    153932 Review
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 14143 reviews
    "It is worth going, because the showcasing said very well, the talk is very detailed, the fun is not low, you can also go to the cool place to tell you, and give you rest time and toilet time super cost-effective"
    Beijing.Tian'anmen Square and Wangfujing Area
    1.7km from downtown
    Highlights: Most tourists who visit Beijing for the first time consider the Forbidden City a place they must see. The Forbidden City, known as Gugong in Mandarin, once served as the imperial palace for 24 emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is a symbol of ancient China. Although it is no longer China's political center, you can still feel its former glory once you are surrounded by the high walls in the courtyard. Its long history has left behind many precious architecture and cultural relics, making it one of modern China's most important cultural heritages.
    Show Less
  • top_3
    󰺂9.3
    4.7/5
    40099 Review
    From142858
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 11055 reviews
    "The Badaling Great Wall is very worth going once. It is not a good man to the Great Wall. It is really true. It is very convenient to take the cable car to and from. It is not tired at all. It is one of the must-see attractions in Beijing. The foreign guests are directly praised and spectacular."
    Beijing.Yanqing Resort Area
    60.2km from downtown
    Highlights: The Badaling Great Wall in Yanqing, Beijing, is a pass for the Ming Great Wall. As the saying goes, "You are not a hero until you reach the Great Wall." Most locals consider this spot the start of the ascent of the Great Wall. The Badaling Great Wall is the most complete section among the various great walls in Beijing. The total length of this section is 7.5 miles (12 kilometers) with 43 watchtowers; however, only 2.3 miles (3.74 kilometers) and 19 watchtowers have been restored and opened to visitors. Compared with other sections, most stairs are not very steep and equipped with handrails, so it is a relatively easier climb.
    Show Less
  • No.

    4

    󰺂9.0
    4.7/5
    42587 Review
    From107143
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 15045 reviews
    "It is a must-visit in Beijing. I went on a sunny warm day in early May. It was very full of locals as it was extended weekend of Labor Day. That made my visit a bit uncomfortable as they were thousands and thousands of people all around.Architecture of the Summer Palace is amazing and it is full of history."
    Beijing.Zhongguancun Area
    15.8km from downtown
    Highlights: Situated in the Haidian District northwest of Beijing, the Summer Palace is a Unesco World Heritage site that used to be the palace and garden of the emperors of the Qing Dynasty. It is the largest and most well preserved royal park in China. Construction of the palace began in 1750 and it served as a residential and entertainment area for the royal members. The palace underwent two major reconstructions after suffering damages during invasions by the Anglo-French Allied Forces and the Eight-Power Allied Forces during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Summer Palace can be divided into three sectors: a political activity area centered at the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity; an empress living area concentrated around the Hall of Jade Billows and Hall of Joy and Longevity; and a tour route concentrated along the long corridor, rear hill, and the west sector.
    Show Less
  • No.

    5

    󰺂8.9
    4.7/5
    19782 Review
    From142858
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 427 reviews
    "Xiucai said that Li Dao took us to walk in Prince Gong's Mansion. The ancient buildings here carry a heavy history. It is really "a Prince Gong's Mansion, half of the history of the Qing Dynasty"! Overall awesome! The experience is great! excellent service! Cost-effective! Highly recommend Xiucai to say! !"
    Beijing.Houhai Area
    4.1km from downtown
    Highlights: Prince Kung's Palace Museum near Houhai, is the largest palace from the Qing Dynasty. It was once the residence of Minister Heshen during the reign of Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty. Heshen is a famous corrupt official in Chinese history. After Prince Gong moved in, it was renamed Prince Gong's Mansion. Prince Gong's Mansion is a relatively well-preserved palace from the Qing Dynasty. There are more than 30 different types of buildings here. At one point, the garden in the mansion was one of the most exquisite mansion gardens in Beijing.
    Show Less
  • No.

    6

    󰺂8.9
    4.7/5
    14988 Review
    "The Temple of Heaven in Beijing, China, is a stunning example of ancient Chinese architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This vast complex, surrounded by beautiful gardens, was where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties performed annual ceremonies to pray for a good harvest. The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, with its iconic circular design and intricate blue roof, is a highlight. Walking through the temple grounds, visitors can admire the harmonious blend of architectural splendor"
    Beijing.Qianmen, The Temple Of Heaven and Chongwenmen
    2.3km from downtown
    Highlights: The Temple of Heaven is a unique altar for emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Here, people worship the heavens, ask for rain, and pray for a better harvest. It is a famous ancient building in China. The Temple of Heaven is divided into two parts: the Inner Altar and the Outer Altar. Well-known structures such as the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest and the Echo Wall are located in the Inner Altar. While visiting the Temple of Heaven, tourists get to experience the grand praying ceremony of ancient emperors and observe the ingenious designs such as the Echo Wall and the Triple Sound Stones. The wisdom of the ancient craftsmen will not fail to impress you.
    Show Less
  • No.

    7

    󰺂8.4
    4.8/5
    19330 Review
    From160715
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 24133 reviews
    "The Mutianyu Great Wall is very good. I think it is better than Badaling to climb the ladder. The elderly can also climb. If the child is relatively small, it is recommended to go up and down the ropeway (the slide can control the speed by themselves). This is almost not afraid of the cable car. Just get up to a better place and take the ropeway train slide. If you want to go, you can go down the cable car, the slide or the ropeway."
    Beijing.Huairou Scenic Area
    60.5km from downtown
    Highlights: Mutianyu Great Wall is located in Huairou District, Beijing. It is connected to Juyongguan Great Wall in the west and Gubeikou in the east. It has been a military stronghold guarding Beijing since ancient times and is known as the "Dangerous Pass". Mutianyu Great Wall has a unique architectural style and densely packed watchtowers, especially the main pass with three watchtowers standing side by side, which is rare in the Great Wall.22 enemy towers densely packedThe Mutianyu Great Wall is mostly built on the outer side of the steep cliff, following the terrain and using danger to overcome danger. The Great Wall is seven or eight meters high and four or five meters wide at the top. The building material is mainly granite, which is majestic and solid. The Mutianyu Great Wall has dense watchtowers. There are 22 watchtowers in the 2,250-meter section of the Great Wall that is currently open. There are 4 watchtowers in the distance of less than 500 meters from the first platform (the big corner tower) to the fourth platform (the main gate tower). This dense distribution of watchtowers is not available in other Great Walls.Great Wall Climbing Route ReferenceMost tourists hike up the Great Wall along the Climbing Trail. There are two trails in the Attraction, starting from the north and south ticket gates. From the north ticket gate, you can walk to the 10th and 8th steps of the Great Wall; from the south ticket gate, you can walk to the 8th and 6th steps of the Great Wall. The two trails are similar in distance, about 1,500 meters. If you don't want to consume too much energy on the trail, you can choose to take the cable car next to the north ticket gate. The cable car station is near the 14th step.The currently open section of the Mutianyu Great Wall is about 2,250 meters long. At the southeast end is the first large corner tower of Mutianyu. Going northwest, you can reach the No. 4 platform (Zhengguan Platform) to see the unique structure of three watchtowers standing on one platform. Continue forward, the wall is relatively flat and easy to walk, and you can walk all the way to the 22nd platform at the northwest end, and then take the cable car down the mountain from the 14th platform.
    Show Less
  • No.

    8

    󰺂8.3
    4.5/5
    6694 Review
    From53572
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 2552 reviews
    "This attraction is really good. I came to play with my family. I saw a lot of animals we didn’t have in our family. There were giant pandas, zebras, leopards and tigers. I went out to play with my family on the weekend. I was very happy."
    Beijing.Xizhimen and Beijing Exhibition Center Area
    7.4km from downtown
    Highlights: The Beijing Zoo is huge and includes many rare animals. It is a must-see attraction. The Beijing Zoo enjoys a long history; it was founded over a hundred years ago. The three areas of the Beijing Zoo include the eastern, southern, and northern areas. The main gate is in the east area. The aquarium is in the north area. Rare animals from China include giant pandas, snub-nosed monkeys, Siberian tigers, white-lipped deer, and red-crowned cranes. Rare animals from other parts of the world include chimpanzees from Africa, kangaroos from Australia, leopards from South America, manatees from Mexico, and bison from Europe.
    Show Less
  • No.

    9

    󰺂8.1
    4.7/5
    24642 Review
    From517858
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 96 reviews
    "The small train and the beast area are good, the explanation is also very interesting, and other areas have become interactive experiences. And the scenery is awesome. The consumption is a bit high and the animal feed is expensive."
    Beijing.Daxing Airpot
    45.8km from downtown
    Highlights: Beijing Wildlife Park is home to more than 200 species of wild animals. When you visit the park, you can watch exciting animal performances such as bear acrobatics, monkey cycling, and lion loop-jumping. In the free-range area in the park, tourists can feed animals through the iron bars. But beware! Do not extend your hands to the other side of the cage! The Beijing Wildlife Park also has a bird pavilion where you can see many beautiful birds, such as flamingos, peacocks, and parrots, capable of conversing with people. It is a very intriguing experience!
    Show Less
  • No.

    10

    󰺂8.1
    4.6/5
    5302 Review
    taCommentScoreUrlbased on 84 reviews
    "Children like it very much. Bring surprises and are very interested in adults and children, and different themes have different inspirations. The theme hall is reasonably distributed, convenient for visitors, and the overall atmosphere is very good. It is recommended"
    Beijing.Asian and Olympic Games Village Area
    11.3km from downtown
    Highlights: The China Science and Technology Museum is a national science museum. Apart from numerous science exhibits, there is a science playground for children. Interactive games in the playground help children learn more about science. There are also special cinemas with 3D and 4D effects, allowing you to appreciate the wonder and excitement of science and technology. The museum has five floors, with one underground and four above ground. Visitors typically walk directly to the exhibits that interest them after entering the museum. The museum recommends setting aside half a day for a visit.
    Show Less
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3

FAQ

What are some Best Things to Do in Beijing?
Some Best Things to Do in Beijing include:Universal Beijing Resort, The Palace Museum, Badaling Great Wall, Summer Palace, Prince Kung's Palace Museum
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Beijing?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Beijing include:Universal Beijing Resort:4.5, The Palace Museum:4.8, Badaling Great Wall:4.7, Summer Palace:4.7, Prince Kung's Palace Museum:4.7
At what locations in Beijing can Best Things to Do in Beijing be found?
The Best Things to Do in Beijing are mainly located in:Universal Beijing Resort:Beijing, The Palace Museum:Beijing, Badaling Great Wall:Beijing, Summer Palace:Beijing, Prince Kung's Palace Museum:Beijing
󰴉