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🏛️ Discovering Beijing's Rich History and Cultural Wonders

Dave Ho

Dave Ho

16 Jan 2024

Embark on an exhilarating journey through Beijing's ancient marvels and vibrant cultural attractions. Uncover the secrets of the Forbidden City, marvel at the Great Wall, and immerse yourself in the city's artistic soul at the 798 Art Zone. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of China!

Trip to Beijing

Day 1🏛️ Unveiling the Treasures of Beijing's Museums
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$35

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$ 2

Capital Museum
Modern museum housing exhibits of ancient Chinese statues, porcelain, paintings & cultural relics.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$15
15 - 18 min

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National Museum of China
Free, massive (2.2 million-sq.-ft.) museum of Chinese history & art with more than 1 million relics.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$20
Day 2🌇 Tiananmen Square, The Palace Museum, and Juyong Pass
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$60

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$ 3

Tiananmen Square
Historic, sprawling city square & cultural center, featuring a 37m-tall obelisk.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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The Palace Museum
Massive palace complex & museum featuring tours, art exhibits & restaurants.
10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$38
63 - 76 min

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Juyong Pass
This mountain pass is famous for its restored section of the Great Wall & the famous Cloud Platform.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$23
Day 3🌳 Serenity at the Temple of Heaven and Artistic Brilliance at the National Centre for the Performing Arts
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$48

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$ 2

Temple of Heaven
Renowned temple complex from 1420 featuring distinctive circular buildings set in a popular park.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$18
16 - 20 min

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National Centre for the Performing Arts
Titanium-encased, egg-shaped performance hall hosting a range of concerts, ballets, operas & shows.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$30
Day 4🏞️ Conquering the Great Wall, Exploring the 798 Art Zone, and Finding Inner Peace at the Lama Temple
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$38

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$ 3

Great Wall of China
Ancient world wonder that winds for more than 8,850 km across China, with towers & walkways.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
77 - 93 min

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798 Art Zone
Decommissioned factory buildings now holding artist studios & exhibits, vendors & eateries.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Lama Temple
Ornate Tibetan Buddhist temple complex built in 1694 & featuring bronze statues & incense burners.
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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$13
Day 5🏯 Tranquility and Grandeur at the Summer Palace and Forbidden City
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$58

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$ 2

Summer Palace
Lakefront palace renowned for its ornate temples & artworks plus its lavishly landscaped grounds.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$20
41 - 50 min

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Forbidden City
Completed in 1420, this palace complex with 980 buildings features a museum with art & artifacts.
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
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$38

Budget breakdown: $248 In total

Activities & Food:$238
Transport:$11