The Summer Palace's neighbor actually hides a wonderland! Beihai Park 3-hour stroll and photo guide

The Summer Palace's neighbor actually hides a wonderland! Beihai Park 3-hour stroll and photo guide 🏯

Beihai Park's top attraction! The White Dagoba's reflection is breathtakingly beautiful!
🌈 Must-visit reasons
The pinnacle of beauty among imperial gardens! Boating to see the White Dagoba is incredibly therapeutic.

📍 Address: No. 1 Wenjin Street, Xicheng District, Beijing
🚇 Transportation tips: Take Subway Line 6 to Beihai North Station, Exit B, then walk for 5 minutes.

🛶 Best Route
1️⃣ Enter from South Gate ➡️ Yong'an Bridge
You'll be amazed by Qionghua Island as soon as you enter! You can take panoramic photos of the White Dagoba from the bridge.
📸 Tips: The light is softest before 9 AM.

2️⃣ Qionghua Island ➡️ White Dagoba
Remember to wear comfortable shoes when going up the island! There are cultural and creative shops on the west side of the White Dagoba.
💡 Secret: You can take photos of the red wall without tourists from the small gate behind the pagoda.

3️⃣ Five-Dragon Pavilions ➡️ Boating Area
The Five-Dragon Pavilions are an excellent spot for sunset photos! A 4-person electric boat costs 120 yuan/hour.
🌅 Recommendation: Boating at dusk to see the golden water is super romantic.

🍦 Must-try experience
Fangshan Restaurant Imperial Pastries: Pea Cake + Kidney Bean Roll are a perfect match.
Beihai Ice Cream: White Dagoba-shaped, 15 yuan/stick, super photogenic.

👗 Outfit suggestions
Hanfu or light-colored clothes! The red walls and white pagoda make for amazing photos.

Post by HALEY GORDON | Oct 22, 2025

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