Beijing Travel Tips & Articles

Real travelers' personal experiences, reviews and stories on traveling around Beijing. A great deal of useful, latest and first-hand information is provided.

Beijing Top 10 Ski Resorts

Writer: Candice Song

Skiing is one of Beijing's most popular winter activities due to the number of high-quality ski resorts in the area. Spending time with your kids, taking part in winter activities such as snowball fights a..

Beijing Top 10 Snack Shops

Writer: Candice Song

Beijing is a hub of nation-wide snacks. A collection of famous authentic snack shops in Beijing can meet your requirements without traveling throughout the country.

Visiting Beijing Parks on a Budget

Writer: Candice Song

Praised as one of the hottest tourist destinations in China, Beijing is of great historic, cultural and natural value. Apart from the imperial palaces, ancient temples and comprehensive museums, some parks..

Beijing's Top 10 Museums

Writer: Candice Song

Beijing has 150+ museums. Most people would list the Forbidden City, the 798 and the capital museum as the best museums in the city. But few people know the other good museums worh a visit.

How to Eat Like a Local in Beijing?

Writer: Ruru Zhou

On our Beijing Food page we list some local Beijing foods, like the classic Peking duck and Tuckahoe pie. On our Beijing Restaurants page we give a comprehensive range of restaurants, including some local f..

My Travels around Beijing - Tips and Sugguestions

Writer: Candice Song

Beijing Subway Beijing, as the capital city and political center of China, is certainly one of the perfect cities to visit for tourists both foreign and domestic. In order to thoroughly enjoy yourself,..

One Week in Summer in Beijing

Writer: Candice Song

Beijing, an international oriental pearl, impressed me a lot during my trip in last summer. I love the traditional folk cultures, magnificent ancient buildings and modern life there. One-week holiday seemed short and pressing, so I decided to make a second trip next year.

Six Day Beijing and Tianjin Travel

Writer: Ruru Zhou

We have all been there – confused in front of the second largest city, the political and cultural center of China for centuries, Beijing. Tianjin, which is close to but draws less attention than Beij..

Exploring the Great Wall at Badaling

Writer: Ruru Zhou

There are several sections of the Great Wall of China close to Beijing where you can go for a trip. One of the most famous ones is the Great Wall at Badaling, which is the busiest section.

Personal Reminders for Travelers to Beijing

Writer: Candice Song

Shichahai Here are some helpful tips for traveling in and around Beijing, based on my own experiences in the area. Also Read: Beijing's Trendiest Nightlife For lodging, you are strongly advise..

Best Food and Restaurants in Beijing Hutongs

Writer: Ruru Zhou

Sampling the delicious and distinctive food of your destination is one of the best experiences of traveling. When traveling in Beijing, walking among the culture-rich hutongs, where a great many authentic l..

6 Best places in Beijing Suburbs for the Golden Ginkgoes

Writer: Ruru Zhou

The yellow ginkgo leaves shroud these ancient temples from late October to middle November, creating a attractive and welcoming scenery for photographers and travelers.

10 Best Places to Enjoy the Snow in Beijing in the Winter

Writer: Lynn Ye

Heavy snowfalls sometimes hit Beijing, creating a fascinating snowy landscape. Here we would like to recommend the top ten places for you to enjoy the snow in Beijing.

Beijing's Offbeat Attractions

Writer: Gavin Van Hinsbergh

When visiting Beijing, there are lots of interesting sites to see with rich history, but sometimes all of the temples and monuments, though lovely, can run together a little bit. Why not spice things up by..

Best Places to See Fall Foliage in Beijing

Writer: Ruru Zhou

Beijing's foilage season begins in middle October and ends in early November. Mountains and hills in the suburbs of Beijing are really spectacular in the autumn season. Listed below are the best pla..

Best Places to Go to See Flowers in Beijing

Writer: Ruru Zhou

The capital of China has a lot of professionally tended gardens where you can see a variety of kinds of gardens, flowers, and flowering trees.

How to See Beijing's Top Attractions by Subway

Writer: Ruru Zhou

Taking subway to travel around Beijing sound very cool for budget travelers. But you know how to? Let's show you...

Top Nine Hiking Mountains around Beijing

Writer: Lynn Ye

In autumn, the best way to relax is often mountain-climbing. After a busy week, standing on the high mountaintops is a wonderful way to clear your mind. Here are 13 mountains around Beijing that we recomme..

The Six Most Beautiful Ancient Villages around Beijing

Writer: Lynn Ye

Traditional houses, authentic local food, simple life and beautiful natural scenery, whatever you may dream of in countryside.

Best Antiques Markets in Beijing

Writer: Candice Song

Antiques are the best epitome of Beijing's history even the whole China. Several antique streets and markets in Beijing are not only the paradise for antique lovers and collectors, but also the favorite of travelers who are interested in Chinese history and culture.

The Former Residences of Six Famous Beijing Celebrities

Writer: Ruru Zhou

1. The Former Residence of Song Qingling The former residence of Song Qingling lies on the northern shore of Houhai in the Shisha Lake area, one of Beijing's most beautiful scenic spots. The lake ripple..

Top Places to Experience Nightlife in Beijing

Writer: Candice Song

Beijing is a large city with stunning night scenery in the urban area. Modern buildings, like skyscrapers in the busy streets, look more fabulous under the colorful lights at night. A collection of charact..

Beijing's Trendiest Nightlife

Writer: Gavin Van Hinsbergh

For any traveler to Beijing the city's history and culture can be daunting. The Chinese capital is brimming with more sights, eats and treats than most countries. The city streets pulse with an interm..

Travel Tips for Senior Travelers to Beijing

Writer: Candice Song

Beijing welcomes and respects senior travelers.

Travel Tips for Physically Challenged Travelers to Beijing

Writer: Candice Song

Don't worry that you may have some problems traveling around Beijing if you are physically challenged. Convenient facilities at the attractions, together with our considerate service make our Beijing tours ..

Travel Tips for Student Travelers to Beijing

Writer: Candice Song

Beijing 798 Art Zone Vacations are precious time for students to travel around the world. Beijing is your first choice for vitality, history, and rich culture. Tours at all budgets can be carried out in ..

Beijing’s Top Three Theaters

Writer: Gavin Van Hinsbergh

The arts in China have a longer history than anywhere else in the world, from traditional oil paintings to Tang Dynasty poetry; even the very writing of Chinese characters can be given an artistic flair in..

Celebrating the Year of the Snake in Beijing

Writer: Gavin Van Hinsbergh

The Chinese New Year, also called Spring Festival or Chun Jie, is the biggest holiday of the year in Beijing, and thus a prime time to visit and experience the local culture. Beijing Chinese New Year Ac..

Beijing's Best Business Hotels

Writer: Candice Song

One thing's for sure — Beijing has no shortage of quality hotels. If you're visiting on business, you'll want a place that's conveniently located and full of amenities geared toward making your stay mor..

Beijing for the Active Travelers

Writer: Gavin Van Hinsbergh

Looking to stay active on your trip to Beijing? If your idea of a vacation is not the calm, secluded relaxation you may find in other destinations, you’ve come to the right place.

Beijing's Best Family Hotels

Writer: Gavin Van Hinsbergh

It can be hard to please everyone at once, especially when traveling. Here are five of the best family-friendly hotels in Beijing. Finally, something the whole family can agree on.

Why Visitors to Beijing Just KEEP COMING BACK

Writer: Gavin Van Hinsbergh

Before you ask yourself why should I travel to Beijing? You might ponder upon why so many travelers keep coming back?

Beijing & Wellbeing

Writer: Gavin Van Hinsbergh

Beijing is not just the capital of China, but also a center of wellbeing with traditional healing, treatments and cuisine. Here this article will tell you some secret of Chinese longevity and health..

Top Free Things to Do in Beijing

Writer: Candice Song

Can you imagine having a FREE day in Beijing? Don't worry that you must spend large amounts of money there. Loads of attractions in Beijing are free.

Beijing's Top 10 Shopping Streets

Writer: Candice Song

Shopping is an indispensable part of a tour of Beijing. With the unending array of newly-founded shopping malls, and shopping streets sprouting up in Beijing, shopping in Beijing has become most convenient.