5-Day Beijing Itinerary for the Spring Festival

Not sure where to go for the Spring Festival? We strongly recommend this 5-day Beijing itinerary! It's perfect for a short trip during the Spring Festival, and will allow you to experience the perfect blend of history and modernity in just five days! / 📌Itinerary📌: Day 1: Arrive in Beijing 💡After checking in to your hotel, you can start your free time in Beijing! Day 2: Tiananmen Square -> The Palace Museum 💡On this day, we will explore the history of China and experience the charm of the Forbidden City. Day 3: Flag-raising Ceremony -> Badaling Great Wall -> Dingling 💡Get up early to watch the flag-raising ceremony, then visit the magnificent Great Wall and Dingling, and experience the splendor of history. Day 4: Summer Palace -> Old Summer Palace -> Olympic Park -> Bird's Nest (National Stadium) 💡Walk through the corridors of history to the modern landmark of the Olympic Park and Bird's Nest, and experience the charm of the East and West. Day 5: Prince Kung's Mansion -> Wangfujing -> Qianmen Street -> Dashilan -> Temple of Heaven -> Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests 💡On the last day, we will visit the bustling old city and experience the unique atmosphere of Beijing, ending this trip. / Must-see attractions: 🏯The Palace Museum⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: No. 4 Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 🕑Opening hours: Nov 1, 2024–Mar 31, 2025, Tue–Sun, 8:30 am–4:30 pm; Closed on Mondays ⏰Recommended visit time: 1 day 💬 A grand museum of ancient architecture that allows you to experience the charm of history! 🏞Badaling Great Wall⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: Exit 58, G6 Beijing-Tibet Expressway, Yanqing District, Beijing 🕑Opening hours: Nov 1, 2024–Feb 8, 2025, 7:30 am–4:00 pm ⏰Recommended visit time: 3–4 hours 💬 A magnificent and beautiful place that combines grandeur and beauty. 🏞Summer Palace⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: No. 19 Xinjian Gongmen Road, Haidian District, Beijing 🕑Opening hours: Nov 1, 2024–Mar 31, 2025, 6:30 am–7:00 pm ⏰Recommended visit time: 1 day 💬 A well-preserved royal garden with beautiful scenery. 🏛Prince Kung's Mansion⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📍Address: No. 17 Qianhai West Street, Xicheng District, Beijing 🕑Opening hours: Tue–Sun, 8:30 am–5:00 pm; Closed on Mondays ⏰Recommended visit time: 2–4 hours 💬 The residence of Heshen in the Qing Dynasty, with exquisite gardens and magnificent architecture. / Tips: 🎑Customs: Beijing is a city with a long history and culture, and the people of Beijing have high standards for etiquette, so be sure to show respect for the elderly and love for the young when you travel. 📸Photo spots: The Palace Museum, Summer Palace, and 798 Art District are all worth a visit. Go to the Temple of Heaven in the morning to experience the local life, and Qianmen Street in the evening for a lively atmosphere. ✈️Airport transportation: You can take the airport express train to the city, or try the city ring road express bus, which is very convenient and fast. 🍲Food: Be sure to try the old Beijing fried sauce noodles🍜, sour plum soup🍹, and barbecue🍢 on Guijie Street, which will satisfy your craving for food. We hope you have a wonderful time in Beijing!🌸 / That's it, but there's so much more to Beijing than we can say in one go. The journey is always worth it, and we look forward to your trip~😉