Looking for something different during the Spring Festival holiday? These must-visit Beijing attractions offer diverse activities covering historical and cultural heritage, natural wonders, family entertainment and more. Continue reading to find out→
Liangma River International Waterfront + Chaoyang Park + POP LAND
These three destinations are close to each other, creating an all-in-one experience combining waterfront leisure, natural landscapes, trendy toys, and family activities. Liangma River International Waterfront links business districts with parks, offering nighttime light shows and views of the famous "24 bridges and 18 scenic spots". Chaoyang Park, open to the public for free, features grasslands, lakes, entertainment facilities, and special events, ideal for camping and picnics. POP LAND provides an immersive space of trendy toys inspired by popular Pop Mart characters. Moreover, to the northwest of Chaoyang Park lies SOLANA shopping complex. The whole route is suitable for families, aficionados of trendy toys, and those looking for leisurely escapes.
Opening Hours
Liangma River International Waterfront: All day
Chaoyang Park: 06:00–22:00
POP LAND: 10:00–20:00
Universal Beijing Resort + Wanli International Commercial and Entertainment Complex
The two neighboring locations allow visitors to tour the amusement park by day and go shopping and relax after dusk. As Beijing's landmark of cultural tourism, Universal Beijing Resort provides immersive experiences with globally popular characters. As a new-generation transit-oriented development (TOD) complex, Wanli consists of Wangfujing WellTown, Tingyun Town and NOUS LAND Hotel, offering visitors of all ages a one-stop platform for entertainment, shopping, accommodation, and more.
Opening Hours
Universal Beijing Resort: 10:00–19:00 (subject to official announcements)
Mall and Tingyun Town of Wanli: 10:00–22:00
Shougang Park
A model of Beijing's industrial heritage transformation, Shougang Park blends the grand industrial landscape of a century-old steel factory with modern technologies, cultural creativity, and sports and leisure industries. This complex, with a sci-fi vibe, also houses high-end offices as well as facilities for trendy sports, exhibitions, and performances, making it a landmark of urban renewal.
Opening Hours
All day
Beijing Olympic Center
This national 5A-level scenic area, located at the north end of the Beijing Central Axis, is a multipurpose public zone for sports events, cultural performances, leisure, and shopping. It is home to several iconic structures like the National Stadium (Bird's Nest) and the National Aquatics Center (Water Cube/Ice Cube). During the Spring Festival holiday, special markets and dual-Olympics-themed events are scheduled here.
Opening Hours
07:00–21:30
Water Cube/Ice Cube: 10:00–21:00
Bird's Nest (Happy Ice and Snow Season): 10:00–21:00, February 17–24; 10:00–18:00 on other days
Olympic Tower: 09:00–22:00
Olympic Forest Park (off-season): 06:00–21:00
Mutianyu Great Wall
Known for its distinctive grandeur, this Great Wall section follows the contours of the mountain, dotted with densely standing watchtowers. With well-developed facilities and picturesque views all year round, it is a must-see site marked by historical charm and a comfortable visitor experience.
Opening Hours
08:00–17:30
Beijing WTown
Beijing WTown and the Simatai Great Wall form a unique vacation combination known as "Starry Town beneath the Great Wall". By day, visitors can explore the steep and scenic Simatai Great Wall, and marvel at the historic charm of this well-preserved section. By night, visitors can stay in the waterside town in a northern Chinese style, enjoying hot springs, light shows, and handicraft experiences. This is what people call a perfect blend of history exploration and modern leisure.
Opening Hours
09:00–23:00
Zhoukoudian Peking Man Site
A world-famous site of ancient human history and culture, Zhoukoudian is where the Peking Man and Upper Cave Man were discovered, and has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. It preserves valuable ancient human fossils, stone tools, and remains of fire use. Through its museum and archaeological park, Zhoukoudian systematically showcases human evolution and Paleolithic culture, contributing to scientific research as well as science and history education.
Opening Hours
09:00–16:00
Beijing Wildlife Park
Visitors can view wildlife, engage in interactive activities, and enhance their understanding of nature there. You can observe free-roaming large carnivores at close range in the drive-through safari zone and feed tame animals in the pedestrian interaction areas. The park is ideal for families and animal lovers with well-designed environments and popular science education programs.
Opening Hours
09:00–17:00
Yuanmingyuan Ruins Park
Hailed as the "Garden of Gardens", this magnificent Qing Dynasty imperial garden complex is now preserved as a ruins park. Visitors can explore landmarks such as the Dashuifa ruins, and revisit its former grandeur through panoramic scale models and digital exhibitions.
Opening Hours
06:30–19:30
Longfu Temple
Originally a renowned temple where bustling markets were held during the Ming and Qing dynasties, Longfu Temple has transformed into a cultural hub housing avant-garde art spaces, a bookstore, specialty coffee shops, and creative dining places. It stands as a new cultural landmark that highlights old Beijing's memories, contemporary art and lifestyle trends. The rooftop of the nine-story building, open to the public free of charge, offers panoramic views of the Palace Museum, Jingshan Hill, and nearby hutongs.
Opening Hours
All day
(Source: Official WeChat account of the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism)
