#chinatransit
Got a layover in Beijing? Turn your transit into an exciting mini-tour! Whether you have a few hours or a whole day, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) offer easy access to some must-see sights.
🏯 Quick Trip to the Forbidden City (For Layovers Over 8 Hours)
🚆 Travel: Take the Airport Express to Dongzhimen, then transfer to Line 2 to Tiananmen East.
⏳ Time Needed: At least 5-6 hours for travel + sightseeing.
🌟 Why Go? Walk through China’s most iconic palace, home to emperors for centuries. Don’t miss the Hall of Supreme Harmony and Imperial Garden!
🗼 Explore the Modern Side at CCTV Headquarters (For 4-6 Hour Layovers)
🚖 30 min taxi ride to Guomao area.
🌆 Why Go? See Beijing’s futuristic skyline, with the famous CCTV “pants” building as the centerpiece. Stroll around CBD’s luxury malls and coffee shops.
🍵 Stay Airport-Side: Relax & Refresh (For Short Layovers)
💆♂️ PEK’s Hourly Lounges: Showers, nap pods, and buffet access.
🌿 PKX’s Zen Garden: A peaceful indoor space to unwind.
☕ Try local teas: Sample jasmine or pu’erh tea in the airport’s teahouses.
🔥 Insider Tips
✔️ Transit Visa? 144-hour visa-free entry is available for many nationalities.
✔️ Best Airport Lounges? Air China First Class Lounge (PEK) & China Eastern VIP Lounge (PKX).
✔️ Short on Time? Visit the Phoenix Media Center—a unique architectural gem just 15 mins by taxi from PKX.
📍 Make the most of your Beijing transit—whether it's history, skyline views, or just a cozy airport break!
