Beihai Park (Beihai Gongyuan)
Beihai Park (Beihai Gongyuan)
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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.
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Ben King
London, UK354 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
Beihai Park is a wonderful area to go for a stroll to get away from the crowds of the surrounding area. You can see some sights, like the 9-sided dragon and white pagoda, take a little boat out on the lake (which you are allowed to drive yourself), or just park up on a bench to people watch. There is something for everyone here
Written September 13, 2024
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Shuotang L
Beijing, China58 contributions
Nov 2024 • Solo
Ancient buildings, clean environment, sparkling pools of water. There is one of the eight scenery of Yanjing, Qiongdao Spring Yin, and you can also see Taili Akiwa. The white jade Buddha in the regimental city is worth visiting, as well as the white-robed General Tree.
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Written November 19, 2024
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Alexey G
Moscow, Russia14,910 contributions
Mar 2024 • Business
The park is ten centuries old, the territory is huge, and there are many independent attractions on this territory. Such as Bai Ta (white stupa), Yunan and Chanfu temples, the wall of 9 dragons, the round wall, etc. Also Lake Taihu, on the surface of which many people are punished. Admission is free, the landscapes are memorable. Many girls in national costumes.
Written April 21, 2024
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msnakim
Singapore2,687 contributions
Sept 2024 • Family
This is the perfect place to visit, if you need a break from city hustle and stress. Beautiful lake with lotuses, trees swaying gently in the wind. We took a relaxing boat ride which adds to the experience. Highly recommended.
Written September 7, 2024
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mrmgy
London19 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
One of my favourite places in Beijing. Beautiful Park to walk and relax in. Take a boat trip to see the Lotus beds. Hire a boat on the main lake. It is a must to climb through the various temples on Jade Island to get to the White Pagoda and on the North West side there are a number of temples and ancient buildings to explore including the nine dragon screen.
Written August 12, 2024
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Andrew
Chelsea, MA93 contributions
Nov 2022 • Solo
Beihai Park is not just a tourist stop, but also a great park for a Sunday evening stroll. You can walk the whole loop in about 1 hour. If you want to see the big “White Pagoda” up close just add another hour (you can go to the top of the island in the middle of the lake for no extra fee, but if you want to go into the White Pagoda you’ll have to purchase a second ticket at the entrance to the pagoda). There’s a few food/drink shops scattered around the loop where you can buy water, popcorn, tea, ice cream, or corn dogs. Lots of cool windy paths on the center island (feels like playing Oblivion or Skyrim). Have fun!
Written November 27, 2022
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UliA3
Beijing, China522 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
Recommend this place within easy access from the forbidden city and right around the corner from the famous hohai bar street. The park is large But not as huge that would overwhelm a visitor. It's easily possible to cover it in an afternoon. Make sure you climb up the stairs to the white pagoda. Very pretty views from up there. A paddle or electric boat ride is also fun in the lake. If you don't have enough time to go to the summer palace (which is quite a drive away) you may opt for this park. The outdoor areas are similar in style and what there is to see.
Written May 2, 2023
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PBlyth
Tampa, FL252 contributions
Jan 2020
This is a pretty park to the NW of the Forbidden City that is enjoyed by many local families. You can rent boats in the summer and ice skates in the winter. There are a number of pathways to stroll for a relaxing afternoon.
Written April 9, 2020
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Fakaruddin Jewel
Dhaka City, Bangladesh77 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
This is a spiritual place very close to the heart of Beijing. The place is very nice and quiet. Temple is worthy to visit. Boat riding in the lake is also enjoyable. This is also a must visit place anyone visiting Beijing
Written January 17, 2020
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PaulSiow
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia2,695 contributions
Apr 2019
We could see this park from the top of Jingshan park, especially its landmark white Dagoba. As it was near Jingshan park, we walked here after visiting Jingshan park. Quite nice to walk around, expecially around the lake.
Written March 4, 2020
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Recommend to go around 6pm in June? Will it be too dark to explore?
Written March 15, 2019
Anytime after 6pm is good, there will still be plenty of daylight and after 6 the temperature starts to cool which is good as June is very hot in Beijing. Enjoy Beihai Park!!
Written March 15, 2019
About one hour，around she lake.north gate in,get the left way,turn around at the south gate.
Written November 20, 2024
In which part of the park is the 9 dragon wall located? I mean the one in the park not the one in the Forbidden City.
Written September 4, 2016
It is on the north shore of the lake. Easiest to reach is by entering the north gate (closest entrance if you come by metro.
Station: Beihai North)
Written September 5, 2016
How many stories of stairs do you think there are? What time of year did you go? We are coming first week of March.
Written February 19, 2016
I donot know exactly but it should not be that difficult to get to the top of the small hill. I was there a couple of times. I was there during Xmas breaks 2012/2015, Thanksgiving break Nov 2014. The Dec 2012 was extremely cold and we played on the icy lake. Last Dec was not cold enough so the the lake was not totally frozen yet.
Written February 20, 2016
Any suggestions on where to have a casual lunch inside or near Beihai Park? I have a group of about 15 and want to plan ahead. Thanks and I appreciate your time to answer. Aloha and Mahalo Nui Loa !
Written September 7, 2015
There is a cafe inside this park but mainly sells snack foods and ice creams, cold drinks. No hot drinks though.
Written February 20, 2016
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