Things to know before visiting the Great Wall of China 🇨🇳

Planning a trip to the Great Wall of China? Here’s everything you need to know before you go! 🇨🇳

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🗓️ Best time to visit: The best months to visit are between March-May and September-November when the weather is milder and the crowds are smaller. Avoid the summer months if you can; it gets HOT! We visited in September, and the weather was perfect, it was a bit chilly, but around midday, it warmed up ☀️

🎟️ Cost: The entrance fee to the Mutianyu section is ¥40 (about £5). The cable car or chairlift will cost you an extra ¥140 (£15) for a return trip. If you purchase the return ticket, you can enjoy the toboggan ride down

🚠 Cable car vs. Chairlift: The cable car is enclosed, making it perfect if you’re visiting during colder months or want a more relaxed ride. The cable car opens at 8.30 AM. The chairlift, on the other hand, is open and offers stunning panoramic views on the way up. If you want to beat the crowds, we recommend the chairlift as it opens at 7.30 AM. We were the first up to the wall, and it was amazing!!

📸 Useful tip: Arrive early! The earlier you get there, the more time you’ll have to explore and enjoy the incredible views without crowds. We took the chairlift up at 7.30 AM and had the most amazing time as no one was around until 10 AM.

🏞️ Pack some water and wear comfy shoes. You’ll definitely be doing a lot of walking. Avoid buying coffee or drinks up to the wall as they are expensive. We stopped for a coffee and regretted that we paid £5 for it 🙈

⁉️ Have you visited the Great Wall of China or is it still on your bucket list? 👇

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