Beijing 3-Day Essential Tour Route

🏯a thousand years in a glance! This is the proper way to experience the imperial capital.

I am Muyang. Beijing is truly more than just the capital; it’s a living history book! From the red walls and golden tiles of the Forbidden City to the smoky breakfasts deep in the hutongs, I’ve planned a clear and thorough three-day tour of the imperial capital for you!

🔥Must-visit · Classic Three Essentials:
📍The Forbidden City | The world’s largest palace complex, where 600 years of history have unfolded. It’s recommended to grab tickets for the “Treasure Gallery + Clock and Watch Gallery” at 8 AM sharp! The majesty of the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the tranquility of Yanxi Palace, the corner towers reflecting in the Golden Water River—every step is like a blockbuster scene. Wear Hanfu and instantly become the heroine of a Qing Dynasty drama!

🚴‍♀️Cycling the Central Axis | Ride from Yongdingmen all the way to the Bell and Drum Towers, 7.8 kilometers through the soul of old Beijing. Pass by Temple of Heaven Park, where you can watch elderly folks cracking whips, dancing, and walking birds—full of authentic Beijing flavor.

🌌Summer Palace | The royal garden ceiling! Row a boat on Kunming Lake, watch the sunset at the Seventeen-Arch Bridge, and the painted Long Corridor tells endless stories of Journey to the West. It’s best to enter in the evening to avoid crowds and enjoy the smoke willows on the West Causeway in peace.

🍜Foodie Map Highlights:
✅ Niujie | The beef soup at Yilan Noodles is so fragrant you’ll lick the bowl clean, and Baiji’s rice cakes are soft and stretchy.
✅ Guijie (Ghost Street) | Hu Da Restaurant’s spicy dishes will make you sweat, but beware—the crayfish are irresistibly delicious!
✅ Huguosi Snacks | Douzhi’er (fermented mung bean milk) with fried dough rings? If you can handle it, you’re tough!

📌Hidden Gems:
Go to [Jingshan Wanchun Pavilion] for a panoramic view of the Forbidden City, the red walls and golden tiles like a giant painting;
Visit [National Museum of China] with free reservation to see the Houmuwu Ding and Four-Goat Square Zun, so stunning it leaves you speechless!

💡Tips:
The subway is super convenient | Stay near Qianmen or Dongdan subway lines for the most time-saving | Book all attractions in advance! (Especially the Forbidden City and National Museum)

Beijing is solemn, yet full of life; it is historic, yet vibrant.
I am Muyang. Next stop, the Great Wall to be a hero and watch the mountains roll like a dragon’s spine! 🐉