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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Qianxi [2025]
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The Palace Museum
4.8
/5
186486 reviews
10
Based on 14,245 reviews
Tian'anmen Square and Wangfujing Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864009501925
Address: No. 4, Jingshanqian Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Admire the flowers and plants in the Imperial Garden in Forbidden City
World Heritage Site
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Teacher Niu's service attitude was excellent, and his explanations were detailed and comprehensive. Even in the rain, he was very dedicated and led everyone through the three main halls and the inner palace. I must give Teacher Niu a thumbs up!
I highly recommend the guide, Mr. Lin Yi. He's patient and explains things in detail. The immersive three-hour lecture covers a lot of knowledge points and is quite comprehensive, but it's not boring at all. You'll learn a lot! Highly recommended!
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Universal Beijing Resort
4.6
/5
53469 reviews
10
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
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So fun! Not too many people in lines to the attractions, max 30 min wait - its nothing compared to Universal in Osaka, perhaps November is the best season to visit Universal in Beijing! Went twice to the best ones. Had a wonderful day in this fantastic park!
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Badaling Great Wall
4.7
/5
55065 reviews
10
Based on 11,097 reviews
Badaling Great Wall/Badaling Wildlife Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864008180088
Address: Exit 58 of G6 Beijing-Lhasa Expressway, Yanqing District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–4 hours
Highlights:
Take a cable car to enjoy the fall scenery of The Great Wall
World Heritage Site
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The Badaling Great Wall is magnificent and imposing, with its walls resembling a giant dragon winding along the mountain ridge, dotted with watchtowers and exuding a grand and majestic aura. Although the climb is somewhat strenuous, the panoramic view from the summit inspires a sense of national pride, truly living up to the saying, "He who has not climbed the Great Wall is not a true man."
Standing on the beacon tower of the Badaling Great Wall, gazing into the distance against the mountain wind, you'll understand why the saying goes, "He who has not climbed the Great Wall is not a true hero"—
This is not just a poem, but a genuine resonance felt by every climber upon reaching it.
**The awe begins at first sight.**
As the winding dragon rushes along the mountain ridge and disappears into the depths of the clouds, the visual impact is indescribable. The Badaling Great Wall perfectly embodies the wisdom of "using natural defenses to create a fortified position"—it doesn't mechanically extend, but follows the contours of the mountains, sometimes clinging to the ridge, sometimes soaring over sheer cliffs. The watchtowers are densely packed, the crenellations impeccably constructed, and even in sections that have been repaired, the wall retains its rugged strength.
**Climbing is a two-way journey with history.**
Touching the mottled bricks, the deep and shallow engravings are the diary of time. The steps beneath your feet are smoothed by countless footsteps, some slopes so steep that you need to hold onto the railings. This in itself is a metaphor—**climbing the Great Wall is never an easy journey, but every step of the effort will be rewarded upon reaching the summit.** When you stand breathless in the watchtower, imagining the soldiers who stood guard here eight hundred years ago, watching the same mountains change with the seasons, a profound sense of history washes over you.
**Beautiful in Every Season, Each with Its Own Charm**
**Spring:** Wildflowers bloom in profusion, making the Great Wall appear both strong and gentle amidst the sea of flowers.
**Summer:** Surrounded by lush greenery, the watchtowers offer a cool breeze, like natural air conditioning.
**Autumn:** Forests are ablaze with color, making the Great Wall appear like a golden dragon weaving across a colorful canvas.
**Winter:** Covered in silver, the Great Wall transforms into a picturesque ink painting.
**Traveler's Advice:**
• Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes; this is the most basic respect for the Great Wall.
• Don't be fixated on the highest point; each watchtower offers a unique view.
• Early mornings have the fewest tourists, allowing for the clearest photos; evening light is the gentlest, perfect for quiet contemplation.
Of course, this place is bustling with tourists year-round. But miraculously, **if you stand still for a moment at any of the battlements, watching the Great Wall stretch endlessly into the mountains, the hustle and bustle of the world naturally fades away**—at that moment, you are not touching stones, but time itself; you are not climbing steps, but the backbone of a nation.
Badaling may not be the most "wild" section of the Great Wall, but it is undoubtedly one of the sections that best showcases its grandeur. Like a generous teacher, it tells you in the most direct way: **why this unassuming brick and stone structure can become the most resilient symbol of an ancient civilization.**
This is not just a tour, but a dialogue with a thousand years of history. When you turn to leave, you take away not only photos, but also a strength of perseverance and protection ingrained in your very being.
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Prince Kung's Palace Museum
4.7
/5
31439 reviews
8.8
Based on 430 reviews
Houhai Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8601083288149
Address: No.14, Liuyin Street, Xicheng District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Ginkgo trees and ancient buildings create an autumn scene
Over 30 different architectural complexes
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📍Prince Gong's Mansion - The official residence of the world's richest man in the 18th century💰
✓ Saw a golden nanmu pillar worth 2.7 billion yuan.
✓ Saw a mother-of-pearl carved chair worth 500,000 yuan.
✓ Stepped on a granite piece worth 500,000 yuan.
✓ Passed through the only existing Western-style gate in China.
✓ Saw Heshen's "Guanyin Stone for Giving Children".
✓ Touched the "Number One Blessing Under Heaven".
✓ Experiencing the "Abundant Blessings and Fortune" in the "Treasure Pavilion".
Finally, experience the perspective from "Princess Pearl"👀
The Prince Gong Mansion encapsulates half of the Qing Dynasty's history and is well worth a visit. It boasts three unique features and one treasure, along with introductions to the mansion's owner and Qing Dynasty history, and features beautiful gardens.
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Temple of Heaven
4.7
/5
19400 reviews
8.6
Qianmen, The Temple Of Heaven and Chongwenmen | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8601067028866
Address: No.1, Tiantan Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Stroll on Ginkgo Avenue's Golden Carpet
World Heritage Site
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Marked as a World Heritage Site, Temple of Heaven is absolutely worth a visit! The largest building (Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests) is visible miles away if you are walking towards it (making it convenient - can close out of Baidu maps and just keep walking which is what we did haha!) We purchased tickets upon arrival, easy process. There were many people taking photographs but you can get good shots if you tilt your camera up or get lucky with timing. The park itself is beautiful and serene, making it a great place to relax and enjoy for 1-2 hours.
This activity is perfect for tourists who come on a last-minute trip and haven't made any reservations in advance. The tour guide's explanations were very engaging and the content was rich. It's a pity the time was a bit short, which felt like it limited their time to fully enjoy themselves. 😁
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Summer Palace
4.7
/5
48953 reviews
8.5
Based on 15,110 reviews
Zhongguancun Area | >100 km from downtown
Address: No. 19, Gongmeng Road, Haidian District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Overlook autumn scenery from the Tower of Buddhist Incense(Summer Palace)
World Cultural Heritage
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One of the most beautiful places to visit. The architecture and the environment has been quite well preserved even after the damaged that was done by the colonialist. The lake is beautiful.
The lake in the Summer Palace remains crystal clear year-round. Even in winter, the unfrozen sections display a deep, jewel-like blue, creating a striking contrast in color and texture with the glistening ice or patches of snow, further emphasizing the lake's transparency.
The air is crisp and clear in winter, with high visibility. The Fragrant Buddha Pavilion complex on Longevity Hill and its stable, clear reflection in the water are clearly visible, directly attesting to the lake's calm and clarity.
The complete reflection of the Seventeen-Arch Bridge on the open lake surface further illustrates this point.
With its unique "under-ice perspective," it not only showcases the transparent texture of the ice but also reveals a flock of ducks active at the boundary between ice and water.
Their swimming movements are clearly visible, convincingly demonstrating the lake's purity and adding vibrant life to the tranquil winter landscape.
In winter, the Summer Palace is bathed in the light of autumn leaves, the mountains turn a deep blue-green, and the sky is a pristine azure.
This pristine blue "canvas" makes the waters of Kunming Lake appear exceptionally pure and prominent, like a giant sapphire embedded in the royal gardens.
In winter, Kunming Lake sheds the hustle and bustle of summer, its crystal-clear waters and unique interplay of ice and water creating a breathtaking panorama with blue skies, distant mountains, and ancient architecture. This perfectly showcases the tranquility, solemnity, and grandeur of the royal gardens in winter.
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Mutianyu Great Wall
4.8
/5
27957 reviews
8.3
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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highly recommend this Great Wall excursion. The trip was smooth and relaxing from start to finish.Our tour guide was fantastic—very energetic and gave clear instructions. She provided great historical context and knew all the best spots for the best experience, making the tour both comfortable and efficient. I also appreciated that there was no pressure to buy any add-on services.A nice bonus was the drop-off at the Olympic Park, which gave us some extra time to explore.
It was too difficult to climb; we only climbed a little bit and stayed for about an hour. The most fun part was the toboggan run, and the scenery was indeed beautiful and spectacular. We went by chartered car, and the experience was pretty good.
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The Mountain Resort Scenic Area
4.6
/5
24906 reviews
8.1
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
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Chengde isn't very big; a day trip by high-speed train is possible. The Mountain Resort is a must-see. The scenic area is vast, and I personally felt the entrance fee was a bit expensive, but the scenery is beautiful. However, it's really not suitable for escaping the summer heat.
This is a combined ticket. The price is relatively affordable. The Chengde Mountain Resort is a must-see when visiting, offering a wonderful experience of its garden scenery and historical significance. Puning Temple is very peaceful in the morning, making for a very pleasant experience. Highly recommended.
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Beijing Wildlife Park
4.7
/5
31349 reviews
8.0
Based on 97 reviews
Daxing Airpot | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8601089216666
Address: Wanmu Forest, Yucheng Town, Daxing District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Animal shows (bear & monkey)
Feed animals through irons (200+)
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I've been there many times. Before, I'd always drive in with my family first, then go to the walking area. Every time we went to the predator enclosure, there were long queues in the afternoon, which I always felt was a waste of time and never actually queued.
Today, on a whim, I wanted to go to the predator enclosure. I didn't buy bus tickets and went straight to the walking area. It was almost noon when I arrived. We headed straight for the predator enclosure. The queue wasn't too bad, less than an hour. We basically kept moving forward. The lions, tigers, and bears weren't as well-fed as I expected; a few predators were still circling the car looking for food. The bears were the most greedy, basically just circling the car. It was so much fun! I regret not having been there before.
After leaving the predator enclosure, it was lunchtime. After lunch, we fed the giraffes and elephants. It felt like we'd seen all the places we wanted to go. We found a huge amusement park near Kapibala and just went in and didn't want to leave. It got really cold after 4 pm in November. We didn't finish exploring everything and left feeling unsatisfied. Next time, I must go earlier! Five hours wasn't enough; we didn't even get to ride the little train!
This trip to the Beijing Wildlife Park was truly heartwarming, thanks to the excellent service provided by the staff. Upon entering the park, staff members warmly guided us to our respective areas and patiently explained the routes. On the mini-train, the guide provided incredibly detailed explanations, clearly describing the characteristics of each animal, which captivated my child. In the predator enclosure, our driver, Mr. Pang, drove very steadily and reminded us to be careful, slowing down to allow us to take photos when we saw animals. The park's cleaning staff were also very responsible, keeping the grounds impeccably clean. In short, the service here greatly enhanced our experience, deserving a five-star rating!
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Sun Park
4.7
/5
1144 reviews
7.9
Based on 215 reviews
Yansha Commercial Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8601065065409
Address: No. 1 Chaoyang Park South Road, Chaoyang District,Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Kayaking & paddleboarding experiences available
Rides include a mini rollercoaster
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Near the "Source of Life" attraction in Chaoyang Park, two crowned willow trees stand tall on a spacious green lawn. Their crowns are full and rounded. Greenery, trees, and blue sky—three layers stacked together—compose a delightful early autumn scene. Beneath the tree is a bench. Sit there for a while, or walk past. It feels like a scene from a movie. Baoer, have you been feeling low on energy lately? Let's experience the energy field of the Chaoyang Park sacred tree.
Beijing's Chaoyang Park, located west of the East Fourth Ring Road, is the largest park in the eastern part of the city. It frequently hosts children's activities and is a popular destination for residents.
The park is quieter in the winter, making it a great time to visit. To the west of Chaoyang Park is the Blue Harbor, and these two combined were once a bustling destination.
Chaoyang Park also boasts a large waterfront area, perfect for boating, and extensive green space and lawns. It's well worth a visit.
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