8 days in Beijing Itinerary

As the political and cultural capital of China, Beijing stands at the heart of Chinese history, buzzing with the energy of its high population density and centuries of importance.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Pinggu Jiangjunguan Great Wall and Nine Dragon Screen. Kids will enjoy Happy Valley of Beijing and Olympic Park. see U China Travel. And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of The Palace Museum, admire the striking features of Meridian Gate (Wu Men), look for all kinds of wild species at Shidu Nature Park, and delve into the distant past at Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan).

To see photos, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Beijing trip itinerary maker.

If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major aiports are Beijing Capital International Airport, Beijing Nanyuan Airport and Tianjin Binhai International Airport. In April, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.