Beijing Trip Planner

Religious

Ornate Tibetan Buddhist temple complex built in 1694 & featuring bronze statues & incense burners.

12 Yong He Gong Da Jie, 国子监 Dong Cheng Qu, China, 100011

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

“🛕 Yonghe Temple (Lama Temple), Beijing Lama Temple, also known as Yonghe Temple, is one of the most peaceful and spiritually significant places to visit in Beijing. It is a comfortable and calming place for prayer, ref…”

Religious

Renowned temple complex from 1420 featuring distinctive circular buildings set in a popular park.

Dongcheng, China, 100061

Monday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM

“We visited during a summer weekday, and the crowd was still manageable. Most people were gathered at the main attractions: the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Imperial Vault of Heaven, and the Circular Mound Altar.…”

Museum

Massive palace complex & museum featuring tours, art exhibits & restaurants.

4 Jing Shan Qian Jie, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100009

Monday: Closed Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Sunday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

“Visiting the Palace Museum, better known as the Forbidden City, was one of the highlights of my trip to China. Located in the heart of Beijing, this incredible historical site is one of the most impressive places I have …”

Landmark

Completed in 1420, this palace complex with 980 buildings features a museum with art & artifacts.

4 Jing Shan Qian Jie, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100009

Monday: Closed Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

“Visited Forbidden City during my Beijing solo trip and it was one of the highlights of the journey. The palace complex is massive, rich in history, and incredibly impressive in person. The architecture and details of the…”

Park/Nature

Historic 57-acre park located on a hill & offering views of the Forbidden City.

44 Jing Shan Xi Jie, 景山 Xi Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100009

“After concluding your visit to Palace museum you'll exit the Forbidden city at its northern Gate of Divine Prowess. Just cross the street and you'll find yourself at the entrance to Jingshan park. This is a small artific…”

Landmark

Iconic stadium known as the Bird's Nest built for the Olympics & now hosting concerts & sports.

1 Guo Jia Ti Yu Chang Nan Lu, Chao Yang Qu, China, 100107

“I didn’t realize this was included in many tour packages and ended up visiting it. Yes, the Olympics were held here, but I personally didn’t find much significance in the visit. It is beautiful, no doubt, but I wouldn’t …”

Park/Nature

First opened to the public in 1925, this 69-hectare former imperial park features a massive lake.

1 Wen Jin Jie, 西安门 Xi Cheng Qu, China, 100034

Monday: 6:30 – 9:00 AM Tuesday: 6:30 – 9:00 AM Wednesday: 6:30 – 9:00 AM Thursday: 6:30 – 9:00 AM Friday: 6:30 – 9:00 AM Saturday: 6:30 – 9:00 AM Sunday: 6:30 – 9:00 AM

“The park is linked to jingshan park and has an iconic white pagoda there. Again historical value. For those who are tired, they can cut some walking distance using a lake ferry service that takes you across the river. Ov…”

Landmark

Historic, sprawling city square & cultural center, featuring a 37m-tall obelisk.

前门 Dongcheng, China, 100051

“Many things changed since my last visit to China 13 years ago in 2013. Then we could freely enter the square with some rational security control. Now, in 2026 you must have a time slot reservation along with your passpor…”

Landmark

Restaurants, food stalls & stores line this bustling, well-known pedestrian street with sculptures.

WC66+9GP, Wang Fu Jing Da Jie, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100006

“Wangfujing Pedestrian Street - a must visit spot when you are in Beijing! You will able to enjoy the great architecture building from different series of era and along the street, there a lots of local gift shops that yo…”

Landmark

Symbolic, famed gateway to the Forbidden City dating to the 15th century but rebuilt many times.

W95W+FXQ, Dongcheng, China, 100051

“A monumental site that is an absolute must-see for the history alone when visiting Beijing. 🇨🇳 ​Be prepared for a very rigorous security process and significant crowds; the checkpoints are extremely thorough and lines …”

Shopping

Huge marketplace famous for trading in pearls with around a million visitors each year.

Dongcheng, China, 100062

“Just because I was exploring and it was part of my tour, the real china people local market, it was okay”

Park/Nature

Venerable zoo, founded in 1906, with traditional landscaping & native animals such as pandas.

137 Xi Zhi Men Wai Da Jie, Xi Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100044

“My visit last week to the Beijing Zoo was a truly enjoyable and refreshing experience that offered a wonderful escape into nature right in the heart of the city. The zoo is beautifully laid out, with spacious green area…”