Embark on an exhilarating journey through Beijing with this comprehensive travel guide, tailored for sisters planning their first trip to the city with their parents and children during the May Day holiday. Take heed of these valuable tips to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience!
★ Beijing Travel Codes ★
- For the subway, use the “Beijing Electronic Metro Card”
- For buses, use the “Ride Code” or download the “Beijing Yikatong” app for scanning to ride both buses and subways
★ Beijing Attractions Reservation Methods ★
- The Palace Museum: Reserve through the “Palace Museum Visitor Service”
- The National Museum of China: Reserve through the “National Museum of China”
- Tiananmen Square: Reserve through the “Tiananmen Square”
- Yonghe Temple: Reserve through the “Yonghe Temple Tourists and Believers Service”
- Prince Gong’s Mansion: Reserve through the “Prince Gong’s Mansion Museum”
- Badaling Great Wall: Reserve through the “Badaling Great Wall”
- Old Summer Palace: Reserve through the “Old Summer Palace Ruins Park”
- Temple of Heaven Park: Purchase tickets through the “Temple of Heaven Park”
- Summer Palace: Reserve through the “Summer Palace”
- Bird’s Nest Stadium: Reserve through the “Bird’s Nest Stadium”
- Water Cube: Reserve through the “Water Cube”
★ Beijing Accommodation ★
- Beijing Station & Jianguomen Area: Close proximity to Tiananmen Square, ideal for viewing the flag-raising ceremony. Also convenient for shopping in Wangfujing.
- Guomao Area: The heart of Beijing’s Central Business District, offering luxurious hotels with superior amenities and convenient transportation.
- Xidan Area: A vibrant commercial and entertainment hub, offering a diverse range of activities and excellent transportation options.
- Xizhimen Area: Located near Beijing North Station, approximately two kilometers away.
- Wudaokou & Zhongguancun Area: Home to prestigious universities like Tsinghua and Peking, ideal for experiencing the academic atmosphere.
★ Beijing Cuisine ★
- Famous Beijing Dishes: Peking Duck, Copper Pot Hotpot, Old Beijing Barbecue, Beijing-style Sweet and Sour Pork, Fried Fish Fillets, Braised Shark’s Fin, and Beijing Kung Pao Chicken.
- Delicious Beijing Snacks: Zhajiangmian,驴打滚, Steamed Liver, Pea Flour Cake, Stomach and Intestines in Spicy Sauce, Laba Rice Porridge, Sesame Meat Pie, Door Nail Meat Pie, Milk Tofu, and Sesame Twist.
Embark on a culinary adventure through Beijing’s diverse flavors and cultural experiences, all captured in this comprehensive travel guide. Enjoy your journey!
