Beijing Attractions
6 must-see attractions — from world-famous landmarks to local gems
LandmarksTickets Required
Great Wall Mutianyu Great Wall
Standing on the Great Wall and gazing into the distance, the wall winds along the ridgeline stretching far into the distance—one of the most spectacular achievements in the history of human engineering.
3–5 hours (including round-trip travel time, takes about a full day)BusyAdmission: 40 yuan + shuttle bus: 15 yuan (round-trip, required) + cable car: 140 yuan (round-trip)
LandmarksBook Ahead
Tiananmen Square Tiananmen Square
Tiananmen Square is the political heart of China and a symbol of the nation. The early morning flag-raising ceremony (at sunrise) is the most awe-inspiring experience.
1–2 hoursVery CrowdedFree
Landmarks
Hutongs Hutong Neighborhoods
The Forbidden City and the Great Wall are Beijing’s “A-side”; the hutongs are its “B-side”—down-to-earth, authentic, and full of warmth.
2–4 hoursModerateFree to walk; rickshaw tours 100-200 CNY