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Luxury Family-Friendly 3-Day Beijing Itinerary

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Day 1: Historical Beijing

Beijing, China

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your luxury hotel in Beijing to fuel up for a day of exploring.
At your hotel
Complimentary with stay, 1 hour

9:00AM

Tiananmen Square

Visit the iconic Tiananmen Square, one of the largest public squares in the world, and immerse yourself in Chinese history and culture.
Take a taxi or subway from your hotel to Tiananmen Square. It takes approximately 20 minutes by car or 30 minutes by subway.
Free, 2 hours

11:30AM

Forbidden City

Explore the magnificent Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the former imperial palace of China's emperors.
The Forbidden City is located right next to Tiananmen Square, so you can easily walk there. Plan for about 2-3 hours to explore.
150 CNY, 3 hours

2:00PM

Jingshan Park

Enjoy a leisurely stroll in Jingshan Park and climb to the top for panoramic views of the Forbidden City and Beijing's skyline.
Jingshan Park is just north of the Forbidden City, a short walk away. Budget around 1-2 hours for this visit.
10 CNY, 1-2 hours

4:00PM

Wangfujing Street

Indulge in some luxury shopping or street food tasting at Wangfujing Street, a bustling pedestrian street in Beijing.
Take a taxi or subway from Jingshan Park to Wangfujing Street. The journey should take about 15-20 minutes. Spend the evening exploring the area.
Varies, 2-3 hours
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Day 2: Great Wall & Summer Palace

Beijing, China

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast at your hotel before embarking on today's adventures.
At your hotel
Complimentary with stay, 1 hour

8:00AM

The Great Wall of China

Discover the wonders of the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu or Badaling section, and marvel at the breathtaking views.
Hire a private car or join a tour to the Great Wall. It takes around 1.5-2 hours to reach Mutianyu or Badaling from central Beijing.
200-400 CNY, 4-5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Chinese lunch at a local restaurant near the Great Wall.
Restaurant near the Great Wall
100-200 CNY, 1 hour

2:30PM

Summer Palace

Visit the stunning Summer Palace, a vast imperial garden and palace complex with beautiful lakes and pavilions.
From the Great Wall, take a taxi or private car to the Summer Palace. The journey should take around 1-1.5 hours.
60 CNY, 3 hours
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Day 3: Cultural Exploration

Beijing, China

8:30AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a delightful breakfast at your hotel and prepare for a day of cultural exploration.
At your hotel
Complimentary with stay, 1 hour

9:30AM

Temple of Heaven

Explore the ancient Temple of Heaven, a masterpiece of Chinese architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Take a taxi or subway from your hotel to the Temple of Heaven. The journey should take around 30 minutes.
35 CNY, 2 hours

12:00PM

Panda House

Visit the Panda House at Beijing Zoo to see adorable giant pandas and learn about conservation efforts.
From the Temple of Heaven, take a taxi or subway to Beijing Zoo. It takes approximately 40 minutes to get there.
20 CNY, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a nearby restaurant before continuing your exploration.
Restaurant near Beijing Zoo
100-150 CNY, 1 hour

3:30PM

Silk Street Market

Shop for silk products, souvenirs, and other goods at the famous Silk Street Market, a haven for shopping enthusiasts.
Take a taxi or subway from the restaurant to Silk Street Market. The journey should take around 30 minutes.
Varies, 2-3 hours
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