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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Baoding [2025]
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The Palace Museum
4.8
/5
187163 reviews
10
From VND 222223
Based on 14,259 reviews
Tian'anmen Square and Wangfujing Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864009501925
Address: No. 4, Jingshanqian Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Admire the flowers and plants in the Imperial Garden in Forbidden City
World Heritage Site
Saved by 15319 users115500 positive reviews
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For a first time to beijing this place is worth a visit. Though i cant imagine any need for a repeat unless theres new things or celebrations is happening at that point of time. Recommend to take it slow and really immersing your time on the architecture and the history behinds it which very enriching. The place is big, wity many many many spots for a perfect pictures. Personally i prefer morning time (went very early as the place opens up) if winter or autumn as the ambience is very nice, less crowded and somewhat comfortable... booking via Trip made it easier. Booked quite last minutes even that with all the vouchers etc.. its quute a good price and the process is super easy. And Wear comfortable shoes
The scholar mentioned that our tour guide, Xiao Hai, led us through the Forbidden City. His explanations were detailed and professional, and he was also humorous and engaging. He proactively answered our questions, proving he was a top-notch guide. The Forbidden City was sunny but rather cold today, yet incredibly magnificent and grand.
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Badaling Great Wall
4.7
/5
55612 reviews
10
From VND 129630
Based on 11,099 reviews
Badaling Great Wall/Badaling Wildlife Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864008180088
Address: Exit 58 of G6 Beijing-Lhasa Expressway, Yanqing District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–4 hours
Highlights:
Take a cable car to enjoy the fall scenery of The Great Wall
World Heritage Site
Saved by 9919 users39449 positive reviews
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"He who has not climbed the Great Wall is not a true man," goes the saying. It's a great patriotic education destination for families, especially during the crisp autumn season. Transportation is convenient, and facilities are comprehensive. For families with children, I recommend taking the cable car and then walking to the watchtower.
Badaling great wall has an easy transportation route for solo backpacker. The sunset view really nice.
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Universal Beijing Resort
4.6
/5
55113 reviews
10
From VND 1414815
Based on 70 reviews
Universal Beijing Resort and Sorrounding | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864000688688
Address: Universal Beijing Resort, Tongzhou District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Highlights:
Summer Water Party
The world's fifth Universal Studios theme park
Saved by 13628 users49810 positive reviews
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If you come in Dec, not too crowded, we manage to take all the key rides without buying any express ticket. We completed everything around 5.30pm. The only problem is very cold.
Besides the exciting rides, Universal Studios' various shows and parades are not to be missed. The actors' superb performances bring the characters from the movies to life, immersing the audience in the captivating storylines.
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Yungang Grottoes
4.8
/5
31579 reviews
8.9
From VND 370371
Based on 996 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8603527992666
Address: No. 1, Yungang Town, Yungang District, Datong City, Shanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–4 hours
Highlights:
Stroll through the grottoes and explore Forty Caves
59,000+ stone sculptures inside caves
Saved by 847 users24646 positive reviews
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Yungang Grottoes are not far from Datong, so the route is quite convenient! Currently, it's the off-season, so some grottoes are under renovation. If you don't have a particular passion for any one grotto, I actually think visiting during the off-season is more pleasant, as there are far fewer tourists, parking is easier, and the overall experience is more comfortable! As one of the four major grottoes in China, it is indeed a very impressive attraction, highly recommended!
It's breathtaking! A true recreation of the imperial grandeur of yesteryear. Winter is a great time to visit as it's not crowded. Please dress warmly! A visit will take about 3 hours! A glimpse into a thousand years, a vision of universal harmony!
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Prince Kung's Palace Museum
4.7
/5
31930 reviews
8.8
From VND 148149
Based on 430 reviews
Houhai Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8601083288149
Address: No.14, Liuyin Street, Xicheng District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Ginkgo trees and ancient buildings create an autumn scene
Over 30 different architectural complexes
Saved by 4334 users24019 positive reviews
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Xiucai Shuo (a popular online forum) recommends Jiang Shangyi's professional and engaging explanations, which helped us rediscover history and learn about ancient architecture. Her explanations were like a warm winter sun, making the trip worthwhile. Highly recommended!
My visit to Prince Gong's Mansion in Beijing was truly unforgettable and well worth the trip. Stepping into the mansion felt like stepping back in time to the Qing Dynasty; every building and every detail exuded a rich historical charm. The mansion's three-section, five-courtyard layout was meticulously planned. The Yin'an Hall in the central section was solemn and dignified, with the nine ridge beasts on its roof highlighting the owner's noble status. Buildings such as the Duofu Pavilion in the east section and the Baoguang Room in the west section featured exquisite wood carvings and painted beams, showcasing an extremely high level of craftsmanship. The garden was even more stunning. Cuijin Garden cleverly used the "framed view" technique, framing the clear waters of Shichahai Lake within the courtyard walls, creating an atmosphere like a fairyland. The pavilions, terraces, rockeries, and ponds within the garden were arranged in a harmonious and orderly manner, with winding paths leading to secluded spots that displayed the graceful beauty of Jiangnan gardens. Every step revealed a new and breathtaking view.
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Jinci Museum
4.8
/5
14491 reviews
8.6
From VND 296297
Based on 119 reviews
Taiyuan Ancient County/Jinci Temple | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864006088608
Address: In Jinci Park, Jinyuan District, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Growing Buddhist Relics Tower overlooking Jinci's panorama
Jinci's Three Treasures showcase ancient architectural charm
Saved by 152 users11328 positive reviews
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Police officers and seniors over 60 get in free; I only bought children's tickets. After buying the tickets, I only needed to swipe my ID card to enter, which was very convenient. There are many ancient buildings inside, which are quite beautiful.
Three national treasure buildings 👍🏻: The Holy Mother Hall is a precious architectural masterpiece from the Northern Song Dynasty, the Fish Pond Flying Bridge is a cross-shaped ancient bridge, and the Offering Hall is a Jin Dynasty building. The Zhou Cypress, which is over 3,000 years old, along with the Nanlao Spring and the Maiden Statues, are known as the "Three Wonders of Jinci".
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Baotu Spring
4.6
/5
51802 reviews
8.6
From VND 148149
Based on 889 reviews
Quancheng Plaza Commercial Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86053186920900
Address: No. 1 Baotu Spring South Road, Lixia District, Jinan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Showcasing the life of the Song Dynasty female poet, Li Qingzhao
Saved by 321 users39828 positive reviews
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A very beautiful garden, worth visiting multiple times. Baotu Spring is spectacular, and the Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall and Li Kuchan Memorial Hall are also worth visiting. What's most impressive is how incredibly clear the water is!
The 40 yuan entrance fee to Baotu Spring is incredibly worthwhile! The "Number One Spring Under Heaven," with its three gushing springs, is spectacular. The park is dotted with famous springs, elegant ancient buildings, and a rich cultural heritage. A visit is filled with beautiful scenery and surprises at every turn. It's excellent value for money; a small investment allows you to enjoy a 5A-level scenic spot, and the experience far exceeds your expectations – definitely worth every penny!
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Temple of Heaven
4.7
/5
19502 reviews
8.5
From VND 214815
Qianmen, The Temple Of Heaven and Chongwenmen | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8601067028866
Address: No.1, Tiantan Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Stroll on Ginkgo Avenue's Golden Carpet
World Heritage Site
Saved by 10506 users13566 positive reviews
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Magnificent place.. very windy hence it is hard to mingle long in this area but it is nice place..
1. Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests
Highlights: The iconic building of the Temple of Heaven, the site of imperial sacrifices during the Ming Dynasty. A three-story circular hall with blue tiles and a golden roof, its 28 golden pillars symbolize the four seasons, months, and hours. The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests closes at 6 PM and can only be viewed from outside the palace walls.
The red wall behind the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests (vermilion door frame paired with a blue roof)
Fun Fact: The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests has no horizontal beams; it is entirely supported by mortise and tenon joints, showcasing the wisdom of ancient architecture.
2. Echo Wall and Imperial Vault of Heaven
Echo Wall: The wall has a regular curve and a smooth surface. Two people whispering against the wall could transmit their voices (now fenced off, conversations at ground markers still work).
Three-Echo Stone: Speaking while standing on the stone slabs in front of the hall will produce 1-3 echoes, experiencing the wonder of acoustics.
How to Play: Stand at opposite ends of the wall with a companion to test the sound transmission effect, or count the fan-shaped stone slabs on the altar surface (all are multiples of 9, subtly alluding to the "supreme ruler").
3. Circular Mound Altar
Highlight: The core site of the emperor's sacrificial ceremony to Heaven. The central stone, where a shout is made, produces an extremely loud echo (anciently known as the "Sound Connecting Heaven").
Hidden Activity: At noon on the winter solstice, the sunlight precisely penetrates all the railings, showcasing ancient astronomical wisdom.
4. Danbi Bridge
Highlight: The "Sea-Paved Avenue" connecting the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests and the Circular Mound Altar, 360 meters long and 30 meters wide, symbolizing "heaven is high and earth is low."
5. Fasting Palace and Divine Music Bureau
Fasting Palace: The "mini Forbidden City" where the emperor resided before sacrificial rites. With red walls and green pines and cypresses, it is free to enter and offers beautiful scenery with few crowds.
Divine Music Bureau: The ancient venue for rehearsing sacrificial music, offering insights into ancient musical culture.
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Summer Palace
4.7
/5
49021 reviews
8.4
From VND 992593
Based on 15,117 reviews
Zhongguancun Area | >100 km from downtown
Address: No. 19, Gongmeng Road, Haidian District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Overlook autumn scenery from the Tower of Buddhist Incense(Summer Palace)
World Cultural Heritage
Saved by 9580 users27674 positive reviews
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Beijingers are truly blessed to have such a beautiful, world-class royal park, a cultural heritage site, allowing them to fully enjoy life. What a wonderful moment this is! Am I right, Beijingers? Wang Anshi (Song Dynasty): "Several plum blossoms by the corner of the wall, blooming alone in the cold. From afar, I know it's not snow, for there is a faint fragrance." Lu You: "I heard that plum blossoms bloom in the morning breeze, snow piled up all over the mountains. How can I transform myself into billions, one plum blossom for each Lu You?" Wang Wei (Tang Dynasty): "I have seen the winter plum blossoms, and heard the birds singing. My heart looks at the spring grass, fearing it will grow on the jade steps." Remembering the Plum Blossom (Tang Dynasty): "Firmly dwelling at the ends of the earth, lingering towards the beauty of nature. The winter plum is most hateful, always blooming like last year's flower." Reading Li Shangyin's "always blooming like last year's flower," we seem to be the winter plum blossoms we saw in the Summer Palace last year. The flowers haven't changed, but people grow old. The laws of nature are limited, only for people, not for plants, and certainly not for the winter plum blossoms, because the winter plum blossoms are immortal…
- The scenery is absolutely stunning: the shimmering waves of Kunming Lake paired with the pavilions of Longevity Hill, especially the Seventeen-Arch Bridge, is breathtakingly beautiful at sunset when the golden light shines through the arches. Every shot is a masterpiece of ancient Chinese style. 📸
- A tip for exploring: It's recommended to enter from the East Palace Gate (closer to the main attractions). Don't try to see everything at once! Focus on the Long Corridor, the Tower of Buddhist Incense, and the Marble Boat area, otherwise your legs will "protest."
- A small reminder: It gets really crowded on weekends. If you want to take some quiet photos, either go early or walk towards the West Causeway for a different kind of tranquil lake view.
- Summary: The grandeur of a royal garden combined with the delicacy of a Jiangnan garden makes even a casual stroll and a gentle breeze a truly relaxing experience. It's a must-see "healing" attraction in Beijing!
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Yingxian Wooden Pagoda
4.8
/5
16364 reviews
8.4
From VND 177778
Based on 182 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8603495088889
Address: Northwest corner of Yingxian city, Shuozhou city
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
11-foot Buddha statue inside
Panoramic views of nature & history
Saved by 151 users15094 positive reviews
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Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, one of the three great pagodas of the world alongside the Eiffel Tower and the Leaning Tower of Pisa, boasts a history of over 1500 years. However, its geographical location makes it relatively less visited by tourists. Frankly, when I arrived at Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, I didn't think it was particularly worthwhile because it was slowly tilting, so it wasn't open to the public. It wasn't until I visited the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda exhibition hall at the Shanxi Museum that I realized how absolutely stunning it would be if we could go inside! Therefore, I highly recommend that anyone planning a trip to Yingxian Wooden Pagoda also visit the exhibition hall at the Shanxi Museum. Combining the two visits will give you a more complete understanding of the pagoda!
The Wooden Pagoda is easily accessible by direct bus from downtown Datong. It's a traditional wooden structure built with mortise and tenon joints without nails. Despite its tilted shape, it has stood for a thousand years. The five-story, six-eaved structure, along with its colorful sculptures and murals, tells ancient stories and is truly breathtaking. Although only one floor is currently open to the public, it still evokes a powerful sense of awe and wonder at China's ancient culture.
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