5-Day Beijing Tour with Old Friends: A Complete Guide to Avoiding Mistakes

Old friends, come to Beijing to play! Badaling, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace and Prince Gong's Mansion are all within easy reach. Five-day guide, take it, no thanks! -------------------- 🛤️Itinerary: Day 1: Temple of Heaven Park Walk in the Temple of Heaven and feel the solemnity and mystery of ancient royal sacrifices. Day 2: Flag-raising ceremony->Tiananmen Square->Tiananmen Tower->The Palace Museum->Qianmen Street Watch the flag-raising ceremony in the morning, then visit Tiananmen Square and the tower, then go deep into the Forbidden City to explore the splendor of the royal palace, and stroll along Qianmen Street in the evening to enjoy the style of old Beijing. Day 3: Badaling Great Wall -> Olympic Park -> Bird's Nest (National Stadium) Climb the majestic Badaling Great Wall, then head to the Olympic Park to feel the Olympic spirit, and finally visit the Bird's Nest to appreciate the charm of modern architecture. Day 4: Summer Palace->Old Summer Palace Visit the Summer Palace and enjoy the beauty of the royal gardens, then go to Old Summer Palace to explore the vicissitudes of history and relics. Day 5: Prince Gong's Mansion->China Science and Technology Museum Visit Prince Gong's Mansion and experience the profound culture of the palace. In the afternoon, go to the Science and Technology Museum to feel the charm and power of science and technology. -------------------- Must-see attractions: 🌟 The Palace Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 4, Jingshanqian Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing Opening hours: November 1, 2024-March 31, 2025 Tuesday to Sunday 08:30-16:30 Visit duration: 1 day Traveling through the long river of history, the precious buildings and countless cultural relics of the Forbidden City are waiting for you to explore! The Forbidden City's corner towers, sundials, treasure houses and clock houses allow you to experience the royal splendor in a relaxing tour. 🏞️ Badaling Great Wall ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Exit 58, G6 Beijing-Tibet Expressway, Yanqing District, Beijing Opening hours: February 18-March 31 07:30-16:00 Visiting time: 3-4 hours The majesty and beauty of the Badaling Great Wall are waiting for you to appreciate. You can easily reach the top by cable car, rest and eat in the surrounding restaurants, and there are memorial halls and museums waiting for you to visit. 🏛️ Prince Gong's Mansion ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 17, Qianhai West Street, Xicheng District, Beijing Opening hours: February 5-December 31, Tuesday to Sunday 08:30-17:00 Visit duration: 2-4 hours The well-preserved palace complex of the Qing Dynasty, the architectural masterpieces and garden art essence of Prince Gong's Mansion are waiting for you to experience and feel the charm of history. ⛩️ Temple of Heaven Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 1, Tiantan Donglijia, Dongcheng District, Beijing Opening hours: November 1, 2024-March 31, 2025 06:30-22:00 Visit duration: 2-4 hours The place where the emperors of Ming and Qing dynasties worshipped the heaven, the ancient architecture and culture of the Temple of Heaven are waiting for you to explore and understand the wisdom and design of the ancients. 🌳 Summer Palace ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 19, Xinjian Gongmen Road, Haidian District, Beijing Opening hours: November 1, 2024-March 31, 2025 06:30-19:00 Visit duration: 1 day The Summer Palace is a large-scale royal garden with elegant scenery and precious cultural relics. Go boating on Kunming Lake and feel the royal elegance and taste in a relaxing and pleasant environment. -------------------- Must-haves before traveling: 🎒You must bring these things when you go to Beijing! 👗 Clothing: Beijing in March is still chilly, so bring a thin down jacket and a few long-sleeved T-shirts to easily cope with the temperature difference. Don’t forget comfortable shoes, so you don’t have to be afraid to travel around Beijing! 🎩 Accessories: Hats and scarves can keep you warm and add style, and sunglasses can also help you look bright in the spring sun. 💳 Documents: Mainland China ID card, student ID card, driver's license (if driving), and a small amount of cash. Although electronic payment is very convenient, it is safer to have some cash. 📱 Electronic equipment: Mobile phones, chargers, power banks, take photos wherever you go and capture the beautiful moments. 🧴 Skin care and sun protection: Beijing is windy in spring, so bring moisturizer and lip balm. Sunscreen is also essential to protect the skin from UV rays. 💊 Emergency medicine: Cold medicine, painkillers, band-aids, and your own essential medicines, just be prepared. -------------------- 🎉I wish you have fun in Beijing, keep your passion, and head for the next mountain and sea!