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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Yanshan [2025]
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The Palace Museum
4.8
/5
184514 reviews
10
From SAR 43.68
Based on 14,221 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
Saved by 10653 users118143 positive reviews
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The palaces of the Ming and Qing dynasties, although history has long gone, when the buildings appear before our eyes, we can still glimpse the will of power at that time, which is more vivid and intuitive than history books. I am very grateful to today's tour guide Zhang Dongming, a very professional Beijing guy, for his detailed explanation, which added a lot of color to the tour!
Mr. Niu, the Beijing Champion, was fantastic! He's incredibly knowledgeable and made the historical stories engaging and engaging, making the whole tour incredibly fun. The itinerary was well-planned, covering all the key attractions, and he even included thoughtful reminders for photos and breaks. He was friendly and patient, answering questions with great detail. After listening to his explanation, I felt like every brick and tile in the Forbidden City had come alive. It was absolutely worth the price of admission! I'll definitely look for this guide next time I visit!
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Universal Beijing Resort
4.6
/5
49075 reviews
10
From SAR 210.46
Based on 66 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 9017 users44075 positive reviews
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I went with my children and bought a 1.5-day ticket. It rained on the second day.
We entered the park at 2:00 am on the first day. It was summer vacation. We waited in line for two hours for Jurassic Adventure, an hour for the AllSpark float parade, and another hour for the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey light show after a little over 8:00 am. The first half-day included: light photography, Jurassic Adventure, Waterworld, floats, AllSpark, light show, and Forbidden Journey. Food: Braised pork pancakes, Mengniu Ice Cream Workshop chocolate, and a bottle of water for 15 yuan.
It rained on the second day, and the lines for all attractions were significantly shorter. We entered the park, took photos with the actors, played all the Minions, went through Jurassic World twice, and then had dinner at Three Broomsticks. In the afternoon, we watched all the Kung Fu Panda rides, including the untamable show. My child is 8 years old and was scared of the Forbidden Journey. We didn't dare play the Hippogriff, Leap of Faith, or the Decepticons. We didn't think the 30-minute wait for the Velociraptor Encounter was worth it, but we did everything else. The two attractions were average, and we left the park at 4:00 AM, mainly because the kids weren't very energetic. We bought some souvenirs and went to Mengniu for a 100-yuan ice cream combo. That was the end of our trip. I recommend buying a three-item Premium Pass plus a single-day ticket; it's crucial for children to avoid long lines. Among the three, I chose the Spark, Forbidden Journey, and Minions Mayhem—a great value. For those with more stamina, a 1.5-day ticket will save you money and allow you to enjoy the entire park, but it's tiring. Also, it's better to visit on a rainy day than a sunny one; shorter lines are crucial.
The holiday season is quite busy, so I made a plan beforehand. If you only have one day, you'll need to be very tight on time, depending on the number of visitors and weather conditions. I opted for a two-day ticket and was very satisfied with the experience. I was able to enjoy all the activities I wanted, even doing some twice. I also saw the scheduled performances, which were fantastic. If you've come all the way here and don't want to regret it, I recommend buying a two-day ticket.
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Badaling Great Wall
4.7
/5
53409 reviews
10
From SAR 21.05
Based on 11,093 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
Saved by 7324 users38059 positive reviews
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First time visit Badaling Great Wall. Bought the 2 ways cable car ticket and great wall admission ticket though trip.com. Took the cable car up to the Great Wall tower 8 then walked / climbed to tower 9, 10, 11 and finally 12. A lot of excercise and steep uphill and downhill. Not suitable for old people. However, the scenic views are malverous.
Badaling is a prime spot in the Beijing section, but it's overcrowded with tourists! If you'd like to see a different, more unique section of the Beijing section, I recommend Mutianyu, where there aren't many tourists and the scenery is stunning...
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Prince Kung's Palace Museum
4.7
/5
29774 reviews
8.8
From SAR 21.05
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
Saved by 3174 users22285 positive reviews
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Director Wang's lectures on Prince Gong's Mansion were excellent. He was clear and patient, and he managed to make complex history interesting. His professional knowledge was solid, and he incorporated illustrations and text for easier understanding. It wasn't boring, and I learned a lot.
It's worth a visit. I touched the word "Fu", walked the path of prosperity, and saw the golden nanmu worth 2.7 billion. I like the tour guide's explanation of the scenic area. The introduction was detailed and the children loved it!
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5
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Mount Taishan
4.6
/5
31841 reviews
8.8
From SAR 60.51
Based on 1,699 reviews
Jade Emperor Peak/Mount Tai Peak Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86053896008888
Address: Taishan District, Tai'an City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Mount Tai's Winter Rime Ice Spectacular
Saved by 285 users18602 positive reviews
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It was a foggy day and I couldn't see anything clearly on the way up the mountain by cable car. I felt pitch dark. The mountain was shrouded in clouds and mist, and the temples and pavilions appeared and disappeared from time to time. This is what I want to do again😦😦😦
It's super awesome. Take the bus + cable car from Tianwai Village, and then go to Biyun Temple, Yuhuangding, and climb Wuyue Duzun. Then go left from Yuhuangding to Taohuawu Cable Car. It's a different scenery. It's super awesome!
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Temple of Heaven
4.7
/5
19149 reviews
8.7
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
Saved by 7675 users13435 positive reviews
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The Temple of Heaven is much larger than I imagined. The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is truly majestic and spectacular. You can't truly appreciate it without experiencing it firsthand. I highly recommend going if you haven't been!
It was definitely pollen season, but we didn't encounter any, which was fine.
The Temple of Heaven is always crowded, so be sure to go early, otherwise you'll be missing everyone.
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7
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Baotu Spring
4.6
/5
48522 reviews
8.6
From SAR 21.05
Based on 888 reviews
Quancheng Plaza Commercial Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86053186920900
Address: No. 1 Baotu Spring South Road, Lixia District, Jinan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Showcasing the life of the Song Dynasty female poet, Li Qingzhao
Saved by 261 users37344 positive reviews
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Finally, we arrived at the Baotu Spring, a place you'd never seen before in textbooks. It was a popular spot for photo opportunities and a photo opportunity! The water was incredibly refreshing, and the three springs gushing out were truly remarkable!
We went there very early, and there were not many people at the entrance or in the scenic area, so we went in directly to play. Finally, we saw the Baotu Spring from elementary school textbooks! The scenery is very pleasant, and I love the city of Jinan!
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8
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Summer Palace
4.7
/5
48485 reviews
8.6
From SAR 141.01
Based on 15,093 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
Saved by 7333 users28023 positive reviews
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The explanation was humorous and easy to understand, making it enjoyable for both adults and children. It also incorporated historical stories. I didn't listen to the guide's explanation last time, but this time, I felt very benefited after listening to the guide's explanation. The scenery was beautiful. The guide was also very good and recommended us. There were not many passers-by, so we were able to fully explore the attractions. I hope to use the same guide next time.
The West Causeway of the Summer Palace is located in the western part of the garden. It was built by Emperor Qianlong, modeled after the Six Bridges of the Su Causeway in Hangzhou. From north to south, the six bridges are Jiehu Bridge, Binfeng Bridge, Yudai Bridge, Jingqiao Bridge, Lianqiao Bridge, and Liuqiao Bridge. Each bridge has its own unique design, blending the essence of northern and southern garden art. Yudai Bridge is the most eye-catching. Its single-arch, high-arched white marble bridge has a clear span of 11.38 meters and a flowing curve. Large vessels can pass through it, and a boat barge is located on the west side of the bridge.
It is a prime example of a classical Chinese stone arch bridge and the only intact original Qianlong structure to survive after 1860. The other five bridges were destroyed, and the current bridges are reconstructions. Standing on the six bridges, you can see the Wuquanshan Pagoda clearly, as if it were right inside the garden.
To reach the Six Bridges of the West Causeway, you can take a boat from the east bank of Kunming Lake or from the Dragon King Temple Pier to Yudai Bridge. Alternatively, you can reach it by land from the marble barge, heading south from Jiehu Bridge. Visitors to the Summer Palace should not forget to walk along the West Causeway!
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9
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MuTianYu Great Wall
4.8
/5
26645 reviews
8.4
From SAR 23.68
Based on 24,427 reviews
Mutianyu Great Wall/Xiangshuihu Great Wall area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8601061626022
Address: Mutianyu Village, Bohai Town, Huairou District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
Overlooking the Great Wall (Cable car)
Shoguan Terrace (Landmark)
Saved by 7494 users18274 positive reviews
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Great trip. Perfect!! The road to tower 20 - Hero's Platform. Cable car + Tabagoon worth it!!
The scenery is truly beautiful, with plenty of green space. The air is fresh!
It was a sunny day when we went, so the air was fresh, and the blue sky and white clouds made it even more magnificent.
It's truly a magnificent building! I'm so proud to be Chinese!
I brought my kids along, and they had a blast climbing it! We didn't feel tired at all!
Overall, it was a pretty relaxing trip!
Not many people there! And there were lots of foreigners there! They really added to the scenery!
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10
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Beijing Wildlife Park
4.7
/5
30576 reviews
8.0
From SAR 76.30
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+)
Saved by 2315 users20249 positive reviews
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I'm glad my notes are helpful. Below is my honest review of the Beijing Wildlife Park. I hope it's helpful:
Pros:
A wide variety of animals: The Beijing Wildlife Park boasts over 500 species, including giant pandas, Siberian tigers, giraffes, rhinos, and more. It's a great place for families to enjoy an educational and entertaining visit with children.
Beautiful Natural Environment: The park's design is close to nature, with lush greenery and spacious living areas for the animals, allowing visitors to better observe their natural habits.
Diverse Tours: In addition to the standard walking area, there are also drive-through areas, performances, and feeding opportunities, enriching the experience.
Strong Science and Education: The park features science exhibitions and guides, perfect for children to learn about animals and enhance their environmental awareness.
Cons:
Traffic Congestion: Traffic around the park is prone to congestion during peak hours on holidays and weekends, so it's recommended to plan your trip in advance.
Maintenance Needs Improvement in Some Areas: Some facilities and exhibition areas appear a bit dated, and there is room for improvement in hygiene and maintenance.
The experience may be affected by heavy crowds, especially in popular areas, where lines are long and some attractions have extended wait times.
Overall Review:
Beijing Wildlife Park is a great place for the whole family, with a diverse animal species and beautiful surroundings, perfect for enhancing children's knowledge of animals and environmental awareness. Avoiding peak times and planning your trip in advance will enhance the experience. If you love animals and nature, this place is definitely worth a visit!
I hope my review was helpful! If you have any specific suggestions or questions, please let me know!
It was a fantastic experience, and I especially loved interacting with the animals. They were all so adorable and friendly. You can tell the zoo takes great care of its animals. I hope all the animals in the zoo can live happy and fulfilling lives.
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