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The Hutong Culture Exchange Center
Ollie #1 of 982 attractions in Beijing
5 of 5 stars 61 reviews
The Hutong is Beijing's culture exchange center in the heart of the capital. From cooking classes to tea workshops, and more.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Great Wall at Mutianyu
Ollie #2 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 1,102 reviews

The Great Wall at Mutianyu is a little further away from Beijing than the most popular section at Badaling, but it doesn't get as crowded.  This section of the wall is fully... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Ancient Ruins; Hiking Trails
Distance  59.2 km from city centre
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Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)
Ollie #3 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 1,916 reviews
Owner description: Once a summer retreat for emperors, this 290-acre park is still a retreat for the crowd-weary tourist, who can relax here or stroll around ancient...... more » Owner description: Once a summer retreat for emperors, this 290-acre park is still a retreat for the crowd-weary tourist, who can relax here or stroll around ancient pavilions, mansions, temples, bridges and huge lake, stopping occasionally at a shop or tea-house. « less
Attraction type  Parks; Castles; Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings; Gardens; Biking Trails; Monuments/ Statues
Distance  15.6 km from city centre
Long Corridor at the Summer Palace
Ollie #4 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 697 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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The Great Wall
Ollie #5 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 1,700 reviews
Owner description: Stretching more than 5,000 kilometers in length, China’s greatest ancient fortification was built over a period of two thousand years. Construction of...... more » Owner description: Stretching more than 5,000 kilometers in length, China’s greatest ancient fortification was built over a period of two thousand years. Construction of the first section began between the 7th and 6th century BC and the last work was completed between the 14th and 17th centuries.want to visit Mutianyu Great wall with me ?please searching my home page on Google bestbeijingtours « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
Distance  60.8 km from city centre
Beijing Bullet Train
Ollie #6 of 982 attractions in Beijing
5 of 5 stars 33 reviews
Attraction type  Scenic Railroads
Hiking the Great Wall from Jinshanling toward Simatai
Ollie #7 of 982 attractions in Beijing
5 of 5 stars 144 reviews

The Jinshanling Great Wall and the adjacent Simatai Great Wall are on the blade of the mountains. Located northeast of Beijing, they are among the few sections of the wall to... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Sites
Great Wall at Huanghuacheng
Ollie #8 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 371 reviews
Located near a lake and a reservoir, this part of the Wall is called Yellow Flower Fortress and is a good place for hiking.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Forbidden City (Imperial Palace)
Ollie #9 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 2,080 reviews
Owner description: Consisting of more than 9,000 rooms and spread over 250 acres, this huge palace complex was built in the 15th century and later extensively renovated...... more » Owner description: Consisting of more than 9,000 rooms and spread over 250 acres, this huge palace complex was built in the 15th century and later extensively renovated and restored during the Qing Dynasty in the 18th century. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings; Castles; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Museums
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Temple of Heaven (Tiantan Park)
Ollie #10 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 855 reviews
Owner description: Built in 1420 with a total area of 270 acres, this is the largest building for religious worship in China, which was originally used by the Ming and...... more » Owner description: Built in 1420 with a total area of 270 acres, this is the largest building for religious worship in China, which was originally used by the Ming and Qing emperors to pay homage to Heaven and to pray for a year of rich harvest. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Parks
Distance  2.4 km from city centre
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Beihai Park (Beihai Gongyuan)
Ollie #11 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 474 reviews
Kubla Khan in 1260 took up residence in this palace, which today is a 168-acre park filled with historic buildings, restaurants and a lake.
Attraction type  Parks; Bodies of Water; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  2.8 km from city centre
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The Nine Dragon Screen of The Palace Museum
Ollie #12 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 238 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Distance  2.2 km from city centre
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Beijing Capital Museum
Ollie #13 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 100 reviews
Fantastic building filled with exhibitions and amazing displays. 5 floors of unique Chinese art not to be missed.
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  5.6 km from city centre
Happy Valley
Ollie #14 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 532 reviews
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
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798 Art Zone
Ollie #15 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 483 reviews
Attraction type  Art Galleries; Neighbourhoods
Distance  11.5 km from city centre
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Jingshan Park (Yingshan Gongyuan)
Ollie #16 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 237 reviews

On Sundays particularly this park is full of community activities. You are welcome to join in if you wish. There are community singing groups (You need Mandarin for that, but... more »

Attraction type  Parks; Lookouts; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  2.5 km from city centre
Pinggu Jiangjunguan Great Wall
Ollie #17 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 331 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
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Back Lakes (Hou Hai)
Ollie #18 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 554 reviews
This area of Beijing contains some of the most extensive old hutong neighborhoods and the three lakes of Xihai, Houhai and Oianhai.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water; Neighbourhoods; Bar/ Clubs
Distance  4.7 km from city centre
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The Antiquarium of The Palace Museum
Ollie #19 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 340 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  2.0 km from city centre
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Gong Wang Fu
Ollie #20 of 982 attractions in Beijing
4.5 of 5 stars 272 reviews
Tea parties and musical performances are held at this grand palace, home to royalty during the Ming dynasty.
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Gardens; Castles; Historic Sites
Distance  3.9 km from city centre
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