Minimize Non-Essential Travel: Temporary Closures of Parks, Venues, and Suburban Railways in Beijing

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2026-07-10

Due to adverse weather conditions, several parks in Beijing, including the Summer Palace, China National Botanical Garden, Zizhuyuan Park, Beijing Zoo, Taoranting Park, Fragrant Hills Park, Beihai Park, Jingshan Park, and Yuyuantan Park, have been temporarily closed as of today (July 10). Reopening times will depend on the weather. Visitors who bought tickets in advance but have not yet entered the parks can request refunds through their original purchase channels.

Multiple museums have also temporarily closed their doors as of today. These include the White Dagoba Temple, Lao She Memorial, Guo Shoujing Memorial Hall, Xiangshan Museum of Founding of New China, Museum of Chinese Gardens and Landscape Architecture, and Beijing Archaeological Site Museum. Reopening dates for these venues will be announced at a later time. The Paleozoological Museum of China and the China Science and Technology Museum will remain closed from July 10 to July 11, with reopening times to be announced later.

Several districts, including Haidian, Shijingshan, Shunyi, Huairou, Miyun, Yanqing, Mentougou, Fangshan and Tongzhou, have raised their flood-control emergency response levels. Cultural and tourism venues in these districts have been temporarily closed, and a number of sporting events, markets and other public activities have been canceled or postponed. Residents and visitors are advised to check official channels for the latest updates on venue reopening and event adjustments.

Transportation services have also been affected.

On July 10, the following suburban railway services are suspended:

S2 Line: S287, S288, S205, and S206;

Huairou–Miyun Line: S503, S517, S523, S513, S514, S504, and S518;

Tongzhou-Miyun Line: S601, S604, and S612.

From July 11 to July 12, all trains on the above three lines will be suspended.

Ground bus services may also be disrupted, depending on the rainfall and road conditions. Passengers are advised to check official announcements for the latest updates before traveling.

(Source: Official website of the People's Government of Beijing Municipality)

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