About Beijing
Beijing is the capital of China, home to around 18,960,744 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Beijing
1
Great Wall of China (Mutianyu or Badaling)
2
Forbidden City (Palace Museum)
3
Tiananmen Square
4
Temple of Heaven
5
Summer Palace
6
Hutong rickshaw or walking tour
7
Lama Temple (Yonghe)
8
798 Art District
Budget travel
Free things to do in Beijing
Tiananmen Square
Temple of Heaven
Hutong rickshaw or walking tour
Lama Temple (Yonghe)
798 Art District
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Great Wall of China (Mutianyu or Badaling)
- Visit Forbidden City (Palace Museum)
- Visit Tiananmen Square
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Temple of Heaven
- Visit Summer Palace
- Visit Hutong rickshaw or walking tour
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Lama Temple (Yonghe)
- Visit 798 Art District
In pictures
Beijing gallery
Keep exploring
