As spring arrives, many universities in Beijing have announced spring breaks scheduled before May.
The Beijing Information Science and Technology University has announced that its spring break will run from April 6 to 12. Meanwhile, the Beijing Union University will organize a variety of social activities for faculty and students during the break, including internships, social surveys, and volunteering activities. The Communication University of China and the China Women's University will host reading activities, while the Beijing Language and Culture University and Minzu University of China will hold their spring activity weeks in late April.
If you're staying in Beijing for the spring break, check out the following itineraries for a perfect trip!
Flower Viewing
China National Botanical Garden
In spring, the scenic area is like a vibrant classroom where everyone can learn something about nature, with millions of spring blossoms in nearly 1,000 varieties — including those of peach, magnolia, and plum.
From March 21 to September 21, the scenic area hosts a special exhibition titled "The Amazing Encounters of Plants and Animals" with three themed areas — the "Hardy Begonia Zone" (秋海棠区), the "Fern Forest" (蕨世之森), and the "Predators' Garden" (捕食者花园) — showcasing fascinating scientific facts about rainforest ecosystems, and predatory symbiosis.
Olympic Forest Park's Flower Festival
The 3rd Beijing Chaoyang Garden Festival and the 15th Olympic Forest Park Flower Viewing Season — Spring Flower Festival is now underway.
Between the east gate and the north gate of the North Park, crabapple, flowering plum, and cherry blossoms form a dense landscape. The 3-kilometer-long "Waterfront Flower Corridor" by Aohai Lake in the South Park showcases a dazzling variety of species with overlapping blooming periods, including forsythia, apricot, purple-leafed plum, peach, crabapple, and cherry.
China Scientists Museum
The museum is hosting several thematic exhibitions featuring precious historical materials (including letters, manuscripts, scientific instruments, writings, audio and video recordings of Chinese scientists throughout their academic development), as well as cultural relics and documents depicting significant events in China's scientific and technological advancement. These exhibitions appeal to both school-age children and adults.
Haitang Huaxi of Yuan Dynasty City Wall Relics Park
Haitang Huaxi (literally meaning "a stream with crabapple flowers") is one of Beijing's most renowned spring flower events. The park launched its Crabapple Flower Festival on April 2, featuring over 10,000 crabapple trees of 56 varieties for the first time.
Great Wall & Spring Outings
Mutianyu Great Wall
Mutianyu is one of Beijing's best-known sections of the Great Wall. Flowers of peach, apricot, pear, winter jasmine, and Chinese violet cress are blooming in succession, with their peak expected in early April.
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The 4th Mutianyu Great Wall International Mountain Flower Festival has started. During the Qingming holiday (April 4–6), the intangible cultural heritage (ICH) performance "Ribbon Dragon Dance" (彩带龙) will dazzle the audience. The flower fair at the foot of the Great Wall will present time-honored brands, traditional snacks, handmade crafts, and more. Visitors may also encounter a parade of staff workers dressed in ancient attire.
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Yanqi Lake
Located at the foot of the Yan Mountains near the Great Wall, Yanqi Lake becomes a floral spectacle in April, as petals quietly roll down along its shores. Taking a leisurely boat ride across the emerald waters, you'll feel like entering a serene landscape painting.
Entertainment & Shopping
Universal Beijing Resort
On March 20, Universal Beijing Resort launched its "Infinite Spring" event, featuring many beloved franchises with a limited time, spring-exclusive culinary offerings, and a dazzling array of exclusive themed merchandise. Get ready for exciting new experiences!
Wanli
The Wanli complex consists of three major sections: Wangfujing WellTown, Tingyun Town, and NOUS LAND Hotel. It is a wonderful destination for shopping, artistic experiences, and leisure activities. From April 4 to 6, Tingyun Town, in collaboration with CITIC Books, will host the Spring Reading Festival Book Fair (春日读书节图书市集), offering curated books and cultural products.
Animals by Your Side
Beijing Zoo
Founded in 1906, the zoo is home to over 5,000 rare wild animals of roughly 400 species, including Meng Lan, a beloved giant panda. Spring flowers are also in full bloom throughout the zoo.
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Beijing Wildlife Park
At this park, you can take a popular sightseeing vehicle through the Predator Zone and say hi to wild animals. Alternatively, you can hop on the park's complimentary safari train and travel along a 10-kilometer self-drive loop, passing through seven themed exhibition areas. The park is now in its prime spring sightseeing season with exclusive seasonal ticket packages available.
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Have you decided where to go? Feel free to share your plans with us!
(Sources: Official WeChat account of the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism, Beijing Fabu)
