THE 10 BEST Hidden Gem Attractions in Beijing
Best Beijing Hidden Gem Attractions
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- Next GoWhereSingapore, Singapore295 contributionsThis section of the Great Wall is probably the EASIEST I have been so far.
I did Mutianyu just last October, ie about 8 months ago.
There were lots of towers to climb.
Here, I met only 1 and reached the top of the Great Wall for this section.
But this is beautiful as it has the lake with it.
You don't need any tour guide for this.
The tour guides can't help you scale the Great Wall.Written August 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - C0ppolaOulu, Finland438 contributionsGreat to see a small piece of significant history.
Disabled access may not be the easiest attraction.
Stunning scenery.Written March 18, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - KodoDrummerBuenos Aires, Argentina70,626 contributionsWe enjoyed viewing the flowers as they are blooming and the calm clear waters of the lake. Not crowded during our weekend visit. Over 8,000 different tropical and subtropical plants and flowers. Lots of trails for walking and hiking.Written May 1, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CTMerebearBeijing, China101 contributionsGreat hike that was not too challenging. Most of the path was pretty safe. (Not too much climbing.) Walking poles are helpful.Written February 17, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MTKTANorthland Region, New Zealand90 contributionsThis is our 4th visit to Beijing and we always enjoy the shopping at the markets. It has been most noticeable this time the decline that has happened at the Pearl and Silk markets both in terms of store numbers and items available. We’d have to say that the Bairong market / shopping area is far superior to the other markets now in terms of size, options, price, etc. We were the small number of foreigners amongst the hundreds of locals buying there which is a good sign :). Worth the trip if you’re looking for clothes, toys, shoes, bags, etc.Written August 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KW MBelfast, UK538 contributionsVery cool place. It is about 50 metres from the Jianguomen station, Exit C.
There is an outside garden with a few observatory pieces. Also, a courtyard with some other pieces and some museum displays.
In the tower, which is actually part of the old City Wall, are many other old observatory pieces. There is also a very good view of this part of city.
20RMB admission.
Depending on your interests, it’s a smaller place, so you’ll need 45-60 minutes.Written May 30, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - H888Hong Kong, China636 contributionsStill the most charming local brewery I’ve found in Beijing. Planted discreetly in the middle of the hutong lanes, about 200m west of Nanluguoxiang walking street. Yes it’s a trick to find, but if you stumble on it, wow. So worth it. Quiet and dusty charm with all their great local beers. Sit and recharge yourself watching alley cats sunning themselves on the old hutong house tiles. Definitely worth finding if you can.Written April 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DreamTerry5 contributionsThis place is simply amazing! Disco Retro Style, the DJ playing music there is unbelievable, she plays classic disco dance songs, and drinking the best handmade cocktails in Beijing. The bar is really beautiful and the people are really friendly. Don’t miss this INCREDIBLE place !Written November 8, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- the fauxadultCanberra, Australia22 contributionsWe attended the Hunan cuisine cooking class and had a great time. The class is held in Chef Chao's home in the Hutong and it is a great atmosphere. It was great to learn about the ingredients and just how easy cooking some great dishes can be. The class is fun and educational in a nice relaxed atmosphere. I would definitely recommend this cooking class if you are in Beijing.Written December 22, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Qrys DSan Jose, CA1 contributionStumbled (quite literally) across this bar during a night of revelry, wandering the hutongs. The drinks were delicious, and the bartender was super friendly. We closed it down that night! And returned (pre covid) to Beijing a year later and this was our only must-repeat establishment. I can't recall the name of my favorite beverage, but it's the one with a passion fruit filled with rosemary that they light on fire. Also somewhere within a few blocks was a super cool speak easy in a coffee shop.Written November 28, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LorrimcbDubai3 contributionsA great selection of dishes and really well organised. The "meat pies" were amazing. We had a fun group and Winnine was a great host. Highly recommended.Written September 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Fred H4 contributionsThis has been one of the greatest experiences of my life! Leo was the best tour guide a person could ask for! I recommend him and his tour for anyone trying to get the best Great Wall experience!Written June 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CHardacreOrmskirk, UK1 contributionExcellent tour with Garth. Very informative, food excellent, helpful getting a taxi back to the hotel. A great end to our stay in BeijingWritten October 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JoDi1 contributionI work in Beijing, and when my family came to visit, I arranged a 3-hour painting class with Richard. Both my sixteen year-old cousin and 60 year-old mother greatly enjoyed the workshop. They found Richard's class informative and inspiring. My family felt the experience of discovering what it means to paint with the entire body and mind was inspiring. After class, he had lunch with my family and helped them get a taxi back to their hotel. This was incredibly helpful to me, because I was at work. All in all, my cousin and mother found Richard kind and passionate, and we all recommend Richard's classes.Written November 1, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- julia_achtStuttgart, Germany12 contributionsWe (family with a 5- and 8-year old) did two activities with The Hutong, a private market tour and a Dumbling cooking class together with others. Both activities were guided by Sophia Du. Both experiences were well organized before and during our stay in Beijng. The tour was really interesting and we learned a lot about Chinese food. And tried a lot of good stuff. The dumbling class took place in a beautiful little kitchen and gave us authentic insights in Chinese cooking tradition. Our dumblings tastes delicious. In both activities Sophia was very caring and shared her broad knowledge with us. Even though our kids don’t speak English they loved her and communicated with her intensively anyway. We can highly recommend The Hutong and Sophia as a wonderful tour guide.Written March 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
