The 16th Beijing International Film Festival will be held from April 16 to April 25. To coincide with the festival, Beijing has rolled out several "Set-Jetting" themed routes, inviting visitors to explore iconic filming locations across the city.

 "Crossing A Dawn": A Romantic City Walk

- Representative film: "Crossing A Dawn"

- Locations: School Live Bar, Wudaoying Hutong, Liangma River waterfront, etc.  

- Itinerary: Start from Wudaoying Hutong and head east to the Liangma River International Waterfront in Chaoyang District to experience one of Beijing's most lively areas. Then cross the 2nd Ring Road to Xizongbu Hutong for an up close look at Beijing's profound history.  

"Mr. Six" : A Revitalized Journey Along the Central Axis  

- Representative films: "Mr. Six", "Iron Man 3", etc.  

- Locations: Yongdingmen Square, Zhengyangmen Archery Tower, the Corner Towers of the Forbidden City, etc.  

- Itinerary: Set off from Yongdingmen, pass through Zhengyangmen and Qianmen Street, and soak up the cultural heritage of this ancient commercial area. Climb to the top of Jingshan Hill for a panoramic view of the Central Axis, then end at the Bell and Drum Towers, reliving the old Beijing charm captured in the films.  

Most Beautiful Filming Location Tour in Western Beijing

- Representative films: "The Warlords", "Grief Over the Yellow River", etc.  

- Locations: Liuliqu Village, Cuandixia Village, Lingshui Village (Juren Village)  

- Itinerary: Start from Liuliqu Village, stroll along the ancient Western Beijing trail, and experience the atmospheric vibe of period films. Arrive at Cuandixia Village, where you can pose at the Ming and Qing-dynasty residence for photos, with scenes and settings that match those in the movies, and finally visit Lingshui Village (Juren Village).

 "The Karate Kid" : Discover Your Kung Fu Dreams

- Representative films: "The Karate Kid", "If You Are the One 2", etc.  

- Locations: Juyongguan Great Wall, Nankou Ancient Town, Ming Tombs Reservoir, etc.  

- Itinerary: Begin at Juyongguan Great Wall and feel the centuries of history embodied by this majestic pass. Pass by the Ming Tombs Reservoir, encounter classic memories from the silver screen, and finally reach the Mutianyu Great Wall.  

 "My Memories of Old Beijing": A Nostalgic Artistic Journey  

- Representative films: "My Memories of Old Beijing", "Farewell My Concubine"

- Locations: Dongfang Hotel, Qianmen-Sanlihe, Huguosi Street, etc.  

- Itinerary: Start from the century‑old Dongfang Hotel, visit the former residence of Ji Xiaolan (an influential scholar of the Qing dynasty), and then go on to Qianmen-Sanlihe, recreating the bygone days of "My Memories of Old Beijing". Wander through Xisi Hutongs, savor a slow artistic life, stop by Huguosi Street for local flavors, and then explore the Mei Lanfang Memorial Museum.  

(Source: Official WeChat account of the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism)