Looking to explore Beijing effortlessly and enjoy a delightful, fulfilling holiday? Check out this super practical guide to the city's top must-visit spots – don't miss out!
Badaling Great Wall
[Photo via tuchong.com]
The Badaling Great Wall is a UNESCO World Heritage site, a national-level scenic area, and a 5A-level tourist attraction.
Holiday Activities
The night tours will be open from April 30 to October 7. Visitors can experience the themed night tours featuring six immersive performances such as "Greeting by Generals" (将帅迎宾) and "Heroines of History" (巾帼豪杰), offering a journey through millennia of historical grandeur.
Opening Hours
6:30–16:30
Daytime Ticket Prices
Adult: CNY 40/person
Concession: CNY 20/person
Night Tours' Hours
18:30–22:00
Ticket Price of Night Tours (Weekends & Holidays)
CNY 298/person
Ticketing
Reservations are available via the "Throughout the Great Wall" (长城内外) WeChat mini-program.
Forbidden City
[Photo via VCG]
The Forbidden City (now known as the "Palace Museum") is the world's largest and best-preserved wooden palace complex, housing an unparalleled collection of cultural treasures.
Exhibitions During the Holiday
"Daedalus: The Myth of Crete" and "Rejoicing in Woods and Springs: A Journey Through Garden Cultures in China and the Wider World"
Opening Hours
8:30–17:00
Ticket Price
CNY 60/person (for general admission)
Ticketing
Real-name reservations shall be made in advance via the "Palace Museum" WeChat mini-program.
Tian'anmen
[Photo via VCG]
Tian'anmen served as the principal gate of Beijing's imperial city during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Tian'anmen Square is recognized as the largest urban square in the world.
Opening Hours
Tian'anmen Square: 05:00–22:00
Tian'anmen Rostrum: 8:30–17:00 (last entry at 16:30)
Ticket Prices
Tian'anmen Square: Free admission
Tian'anmen Rostrum: CNY 15/person (adult)
Ticketing
Reservations can be made via the Tian'anmen Square Visit Reservation Platform (天安门广场参观预约平台), "Tian'anmen Square Reservation" (天安门广场预约参观) mini-program, Jingcheng Zhiyue (京城之约) mini-program, Beijingtong (北京通) App, Beijing Daily (北京日报) App, Beijing Time (北京时间) App, or the official website of Tian'anmen Rostrum.
Summer Palace
[Photo via VCG]
The Summer Palace, an imperial garden dating back to China's Qing Dynasty, epitomizes traditional Chinese garden design by skillfully integrating the surrounding hills and waters. It masterfully blends the majesty of imperial architecture with the serene charm of natural landscapes.
Holiday Activities
Parent-child family-themed programs
Opening Hours
6:00–20:00 (last entry at 19:00)
Ticket Prices
General admission: CNY 30/person
Combo ticket: CNY 60/person
Ticketing
Reservations can be made through the official WeChat account of the Summer Palace
Temple of Heaven
[Photo via VCG]
The Temple of Heaven, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties performed rituals to worship Heaven and pray for harvests.
Holiday Activity
Cultural activity at the Science Popularization Park (科普园) on May 4
Opening Hours
6:00–22:00 (last entry at 21:00)
Ticket Prices
General admission: CNY 15/person
Combo ticket (including the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, Echo Wall, and Circular Mound Altar): CNY 34/person
Ticketing
Reservations can be made via the official website of the Temple of Heaven Park or the "Changyou Park" (畅游公园) platform.
Universal Beijing Resort
[Photo via the Beijing Municipal Administrative News]
Universal Beijing Resort is the fifth Universal Studios theme park globally and the third in Asia, featuring multiple themed zones, a wide range of rides, and live performances.
Holiday Activity
Spring Carnival
Opening Hours
9:00–20:00
Ticket Prices
Please refer to the official website and mini-program of Universal Beijing Resort for the latest information on prices.
Ticketing
Available through the official App or WeChat mini-program of Universal Beijing Resort.
We hope this guide brings extra joy and ease to your Labor Day holiday!
