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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Ningcheng [2025]
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Universal Beijing Resort
4.6
/5
54049 reviews
10
From € 46.35
Based on 68 reviews
Universal Beijing Resort and Sorrounding | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864000688688
Address: Universal Beijing Resort, Tongzhou District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Highlights:
Summer Water Party
The world's fifth Universal Studios theme park
Saved by 12693 users48776 positive reviews
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Universal Resort Beijing is definitely worth a visit. Its Universal Studios is Hollywood's first entertainment project in mainland China, so it's a must-see.
The resort is still under construction, and more attractions will be added in the future. It's already very popular with tourists, so if you're visiting Beijing, be sure to schedule time to go to Universal Studios.
The rides are thrilling and fun, especially the Harry Potter and Transformers rides, which are truly impressive. The staff are friendly and professional, providing attentive service; the park is orderly and clean. The dining and rest areas are well-arranged, making for a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
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Mutianyu Great Wall
4.8
/5
28164 reviews
8.3
From € 5.46
Based on 24,455 reviews
Mutianyu Great Wall/Xiangshuihu Great Wall area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8601061626928
Address: Mutianyu Village, Bohai Town, Huairou District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–5 hours
Highlights:
The cable car offers an overhead view of the Great Wall.
Admire the famous Jeonggwanheon Pavilion
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Walking along the cobblestone path in autumn, before the sun set, we climbed to the No. 14 watchtower of the Mutianyu Great Wall. The bright sunlight shone on the wall, painting it with a golden hue, and as twilight deepened, it resembled a golden dragon winding its way through the towering mountains. We felt as if we were riding a dragon through the clouds, forgetting time and the hustle and bustle of the world in the sunset…
I learned about this section of the Great Wall from a variety show. It's not difficult to climb, and not too steep. The sections from watchtowers 14 to 19 are occasionally steep, and the final section to Hero's Terrace is a bit treacherous, requiring the use of both hands and feet. For those with elderly family members, taking the cable car round trip is a much better option.
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The Mountain Resort Scenic Area
4.6
/5
24967 reviews
8.1
From € 10.92
Based on 429 reviews
The Mountain Resort Scenic Area/Erxianju Commercial Street | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864000314999
Address: Lizhengmen St, Shuangqiao Qu, Chengde Shi, Hebei Sheng, China, 067000
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Summer concerts & tea ceremonies
Summer Qing Dynasty cultural experience
Saved by 280 users17114 positive reviews
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I brought my parents to the Summer Palace in November, during the off-season. The cars on the mountain and the boats on the river were all stopped, but there were still fewer people and the scenery was still beautiful. The reflections in the lake were breathtaking. We listened to the tour guide talk about the history and took a leisurely tour in the sightseeing bus. The elderly were not tired at all, and everything was very good.
We took my parents and children to the Summer Palace and purchased a tour guide service through the platform. The guide was very responsible, contacted us in advance, and was waiting for us at the entrance early in the morning. The explanations throughout the trip were very thorough, and we are very grateful.
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Shanhaiguan
4.5
/5
6374 reviews
7.8
From € 6.07
Based on 104 reviews
Shanhaiguan station area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864006033566
Address: 5 km south of Shanhaiguan City, Qinhuangdao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 4–6 hours
Highlights:
Mountains & sea create harmony
Well-preserved Ming wall walkable
Saved by 204 users4096 positive reviews
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The service was excellent, and the explanations were very detailed, especially regarding the historical information about the First Pass Under Heaven. It was much more interesting than exploring the scenic area on your own, making it a very good learning and travel experience.
Shanhaiguan, the First Pass Under Heaven. When visiting a place like this with the whole family, it's essential to hire a guide to better understand the history; otherwise, you'll just be rushing through the sights!
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Aranya
4.5
/5
496 reviews
7.4
Anaya Gold Coast Community | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864001155500
Address: No. 7, Jinhai South Road, Gold Coast Industrial Park, Dapuhe Town, Changli County, Qinhuangdao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–3 days
Highlights:
Rich cultural events & concerts
Bonfire & music festival
Saved by 461 users377 positive reviews
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The Araya scenic area is excellent and highly recommended. Located in the Gold Coast Resort, it boasts a long coastline and beautiful beaches. Summer is the best time to visit. Since it's a closed-door area, safety is guaranteed.
Hidden beneath the coastal dunes, the Aranya Dune Art Museum is a work of land art in its own right. Its interior resembles a mysterious cave, with winding galleries connected by several light wells. Natural light pours in, blending with the sea breeze and the sound of waves to become part of the exhibition. Experiencing contemporary art here and experiencing the ingenious fusion of man-made and natural elements is a unique sensory experience.
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The Ming Tombs
4.6
/5
6369 reviews
7.4
From € 2.43
Changping Town/Shisanling Resort | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8601060761005
Address: Ming Tomb Town, Changping District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–4 hours
Highlights:
13 tombs of emperors
World Cultural Heritage
Saved by 1528 users3802 positive reviews
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The package offer the pass to different seek site with the same QR code which is very nice to use! The places were pretty and end of October almost empty. I enjoyed the time with my mum and had nice walks through different part of the Chinese history 😊 it would be perfect if the package include a english PDF guide but other then that was worth to pay!
We visited the world heritage Ming Tombs, and the open Changling, Zhaoling and Dingling. I had been to Changling and Dingling forty years ago, but this was my first time to the Zhaoling of Emperor Longqing of the Ming Dynasty. The main attraction of the Changling of Emperor Yongle of the Ming Dynasty is the golden nanmu wood in the Hall of En'en, which is very impressive. The main attraction is the underground palace of the Dingling of Emperor Wanli of the Ming Dynasty, and there is also the Golden Winged Crown and the Twelve Dragons and Nine Phoenix Crown of Empress Xiaojing exhibited in the Dingling Museum.
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Dove Nest Park
4.5
/5
11586 reviews
7.3
From € 4.25
Based on 71 reviews
Geziwo Park/Olympic Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8603354041774
Address: Dongshan Gechi Red Road, Beidaihe District, Qinhuangdao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Saved by 115 users6162 positive reviews
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Pigeon Nest Park is definitely worth a visit. The sunset is vibrant and colorful. The park has many photo spots, showing a lot of thought and effort. It's not crowded during the autumn/winter off-season, so dress warmly. My mom had a great time, which was wonderful.
Dove Nest, a place where beautiful birds gather, is a must-see for me every time I visit Beidaihe! Dove Nest in October offers pleasant weather, fresh air, and picturesque scenery, bringing to mind Chairman Mao's poem "Lang Tao Sha. Beidaihe": A thousand years have passed since the time of Wei Wu. A poem remains on the east side of Jieshi. The bleak autumn wind blows again, transforming the world...
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Hetou Old Street
4.7
/5
3340 reviews
7.2
Hetou Old Street | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8603158582222
Address: 河北省唐山市丰南区运河西路66号
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Witness Tangshan's industrial evolution
Covered bridges & Tang Dynasty charm
Saved by 267 users3035 positive reviews
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A fantastic scenic spot! The cultural tourism is exceptionally well-developed! The traffic management department is also very considerate; parking at the entrance of the scenic area didn't result in a ticket—kudos! The Tang Emperor's Eastern Expedition was breathtaking; the trip was definitely worthwhile! I'll definitely visit Hetou Old Street again!
It was really fun, and the shows were fantastic. The only problem was the sheer number of tourists; there were constant traffic jams and long queues. By the end of the day, I was completely exhausted. Haha 😃
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Nandaihe Xianluo Island
4.0
/5
2359 reviews
7.2
Nandaihe Central District | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8603354088666
Address: No. 1 Huanhai Road, Funing District, Qinhuangdao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
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As a frequent traveler, the only thing I recommend about Xianluo Island is the sea cable car. This suspended, non-enclosed gondola ride is incredibly thrilling, with the sea breeze caressing your face and the vast expanse of turquoise waters, making it well worth a try. However, Xianluo Island itself isn't worth exploring; it's a small area and the attractions are relatively old. The island's conch museum isn't particularly impressive, but there are plenty of parking lots nearby, making it relatively convenient.
The island is small, and the details are beautiful to be discovered. It's just crowded, so you can take a boat to get to the island faster. I didn't take any photos or videos when I got off the island. I could have found more places to take photos.
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Beijing W Town
4.7
/5
14886 reviews
7.0
From € 16.99
Based on 346 reviews
Beijing Wtown/The Simatai Great Wall | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8601081009999
Address: Gubei Water Town, Simatai Village, Gubeikou Town, Miyun District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–3 days
Highlights:
Nightly water show at Wangjing
Thrilling & scenic Great Wall
Saved by 3363 users10525 positive reviews
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The hilltop church and other attractions are quite unique. The area isn't too crowded, and the environment is quite pleasant, making it suitable for a weekend visit. However, some staff members in the scenic area don't respond to questions, as if they are deaf. I don't know why.
It was cold in winter, and not many people were around.
After walking around, most of the shops were open, but there weren't many people. You can try rowing a boat, which is quite nice. You can also visit the Simatai Great Wall, which looks treacherous but is actually not safe at all; it's best to wear good hiking shoes when climbing the Great Wall.
There are many cats in the ancient town, and we didn't bring enough cat treats.
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