Beijing
Imperial grandeur, ancient hutongs, and the world's greatest concentration of UNESCO heritage sites
Top Highlights
- 1 Forbidden City
- 2 Great Wall
- 3 Summer Palace
- 4 Temple of Heaven
- 5 Nanluoguxiang
Visa & Entry
144-hr & 15-day visa-free
Citizens of many countries can enter China visa-free for up to 15 days, or use the 144-hour transit visa-free scheme for shorter visits.
Full visa guideBest Time to Visit
Apr–May & Sep–Oct
Suggested stay: 4–6 days. Avoid the Golden Week holiday (1–7 October) and Spring Festival (Jan/Feb) — crowds are enormous and prices peak.
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beijingYonghe Lama Temple & Confucius Temple Beijing Guide 2026: Sacred Sites in the City Center
Two of Beijing's most important religious and cultural sites sit within walking distance of each other in the northeast of the city: the magnificent Yonghe Lama Temple — China's largest Tibetan Buddhist temple outside Tibet — and the tranquil Confucius Temple complex. This 2026 guide covers both sites comprehensively, with visiting tips, ticket information, transport, and what to eat in the surrounding neighbourhood.
Updated May 2026
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beijingNanluoguxiang Hutong Beijing Guide 2026: Street Food, Traditional Courtyard Lanes & Local Life
Nanluoguxiang is Beijing's most accessible hutong district — a 786-metre alley lined with courtyard houses, indie cafes, snack vendors, and craft shops. This guide covers the main street highlights, the quieter side lanes worth exploring, best local food, and how to get the most out of a Beijing hutong visit.
Updated May 2026
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beijingBeijing Olympic Park Guide 2026: Bird's Nest, Water Cube & 2022 Winter Olympics Legacy
Explore Beijing's Olympic Park, the stunning architectural showcase that hosted both the 2008 Summer and 2022 Winter Olympics — making Beijing the world's first dual Olympic city. This 2026 guide covers the iconic Bird's Nest and Water Cube, the Olympic Forest Park, the Ling Long Tower, winter sports experiences you can try yourself, dining and entertainment options, and practical tips for visiting this modern landmark district in northern Beijing.
Updated May 2026
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beijingSummer Palace Beijing Complete Guide 2026: Kunming Lake, Long Corridor & Imperial History
The Summer Palace (颐和园) is Beijing's most beautiful imperial garden — 294 hectares of Kunming Lake, pavilion-topped hills, and the world's longest painted corridor. This 2026 complete guide covers all major areas of the garden, ticket options, best photography spots, how to avoid crowds, and the imperial history behind one of China's greatest landscape achievements.
Updated May 2026
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beijingTiananmen Square Beijing Guide 2026: What to See, Flag Ceremony & Practical Visit Tips
Tiananmen Square is the largest public square in the world and the symbolic heart of China. This guide covers the flag ceremony at sunrise, the mausoleum, what to see around the square, security procedures, and how to combine it with the Forbidden City visit next door.
Updated May 2026
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beijingBeijing Travel Guide: Imperial History, Modern Buzz & Practical Tips
Everything you need to plan a trip to Beijing — the Great Wall, Forbidden City, hutong neighbourhoods, food, day trips, and how to get around China's capital.
Updated May 2026
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