Beijing — Five-Day Local Itinerary

The quintessential Beijing breakfast-on-the-go.

💡 Look for the cart with the longest line of commuters.

Best panoramic view of the Forbidden City without the ticket price or crowds.

💡 Climb to Wanchun Pavilion for the 'money shot' of the palace roofs.

The most important Tibetan Buddhist temple in Beijing; a site of active worship.

💡 Free incense is provided at the entrance; don't bring your own.

The social heart of southern Beijing; famous for morning retiree activities.

💡 The East Gate entrance is best for seeing the morning exercise groups.

Better maintained than Badaling but far less crowded; preferred by Beijing residents for day trips.

💡 Price includes entrance, shuttle, and round-trip cable car.