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One-Day Beijing Travel Guide

Morning: Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City

Start your day at Tiananmen Square. To get there, take Line 1 of the Beijing Subway and get off at Tiananmen East Station. The square is right outside the station. After exploring the square, walk to the Forbidden City, located just 15-20 minutes away on foot. Entrance is through the Meridian Gate, located at the southern end of the Forbidden City.


Lunch: Wangfujing Street

After visiting the Forbidden City, take Line 1 from Tiananmen East and head towards Wangfujing Station (just 1 stop). This street is a popular destination for shopping and trying Beijing’s famous street food. You can enjoy a variety of snacks or dine in one of the local restaurants.


Afternoon: Temple of Heaven

Once you've had lunch, head to the Temple of Heaven. From Wangfujing, take Line 1 to Tiananmen West Station, transfer to Line 5 (southbound), and get off at Tiantan East Gate Station. The Temple of Heaven is a short walk from the station. It’s known for its stunning architecture, peaceful atmosphere, and historic significance as a place of imperial prayers for good harvests.


Evening: Summer Palace

Next, make your way to the Summer Palace. From Tiantan East Gate Station, take Line 5 to West Train Station, then switch to Line 4 heading north and get off at Beigongmen Station. The Summer Palace is just a short walk from the station. This beautiful imperial garden offers a relaxing stroll around Kunming Lake, the Long Corridor, and other picturesque spots.


Night: Bird’s Nest and Water Cube

To finish your day, visit the Bird’s Nest (National Stadium) and Water Cube (National Aquatics Center) in the Olympic Park. From Beigongmen Station, take Line 4 to Xidan, then transfer to Line 10, heading towards Olympic Park Station. Both sites are stunning at night with their impressive architecture and lighting.


Dinner Recommendation: Peking Duck

For dinner, enjoy the iconic Peking Duck at famous restaurants like Quanjude or Bianyifang. After visiting the Olympic Park, return to Dongdan Station via Line 8 and take a short walk to reach your dining destination. This dish is a must-try in Beijing, with its crispy skin and tender meat served with pancakes and hoisin sauce.


One-Day Beijing Travel Guide

Morning: Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City

Start your day at Tiananmen Square. To get there, take Line 1 of the Beijing Subway and get off at Tiananmen East Station. The square is right outside the station. After exploring the square, walk to the Forbidden City, located just 15-20 minutes away on foot. Entrance is through the Meridian Gate, located at the southern end of the Forbidden City.


Lunch: Wangfujing Street

After visiting the Forbidden City, take Line 1 from Tiananmen East and head towards Wangfujing Station (just 1 stop). This street is a popular destination for shopping and trying Beijing’s famous street food. You can enjoy a variety of snacks or dine in one of the local restaurants.


Afternoon: Temple of Heaven

Once you've had lunch, head to the Temple of Heaven. From Wangfujing, take Line 1 to Tiananmen West Station, transfer to Line 5 (southbound), and get off at Tiantan East Gate Station. The Temple of Heaven is a short walk from the station. It’s known for its stunning architecture, peaceful atmosphere, and historic significance as a place of imperial prayers for good harvests.


Evening: Summer Palace

Next, make your way to the Summer Palace. From Tiantan East Gate Station, take Line 5 to West Train Station, then switch to Line 4 heading north and get off at Beigongmen Station. The Summer Palace is just a short walk from the station. This beautiful imperial garden offers a relaxing stroll around Kunming Lake, the Long Corridor, and other picturesque spots.


Night: Bird’s Nest and Water Cube

To finish your day, visit the Bird’s Nest (National Stadium) and Water Cube (National Aquatics Center) in the Olympic Park. From Beigongmen Station, take Line 4 to Xidan, then transfer to Line 10, heading towards Olympic Park Station. Both sites are stunning at night with their impressive architecture and lighting.


Dinner Recommendation: Peking Duck

For dinner, enjoy the iconic Peking Duck at famous restaurants like Quanjude or Bianyifang. After visiting the Olympic Park, return to Dongdan Station via Line 8 and take a short walk to reach your dining destination. This dish is a must-try in Beijing, with its crispy skin and tender meat served with pancakes and hoisin sauce.