National Day Golden Week Travel Guide
by NamasteNirvana888
Oct 1, 2025
Who understands! Just came back from Jinshanling Great Wall, truly speechless at the beauty of the Great Wall in autumn 😭 No wonder it’s certified by National Geographic as "China’s Most Beautiful Great Wall." The autumn atmosphere in mid-October has quietly arrived, with red maples like fire and yellow leaves like gold, layered and dotted on the mottled walls. Every shot you take is like a filtered masterpiece 📸
🌟 Why must you visit Jinshanling in autumn?
- Fewer crowds, stunning views: Avoid the crowds at Badaling and enjoy the tranquility and grandeur of the Great Wall here. When the autumn breeze brushes the wall, it feels like you can hear echoes of history~
- Triple joy overload: Immerse yourself in autumn colors while strolling through the colorful forests; enjoy an easy hike to experience the majesty of the Great Wall; and take endless beautiful photos—autumn light and shadows make every shot look amazing!
🧭 Nanny-level travel guide
1. Outfit tips: Key point! Some paths in the scenic area have moss, so be sure to wear non-slip shoes 👟, or you might slip easily; the temperature difference between day and night in the mountains is big in autumn, remember to bring a light jacket, very practical for wind protection in the morning and evening~
2. Transportation guide: For self-driving, just search "Jinshanling Great Wall," park at the free parking lot at the visitor center 🅿️. It’s still a bit of a distance to the scenic entrance, don’t go to the wrong place!
3. How to choose shuttle options?:
- Walking: If you have the stamina, you can walk to the entrance in about 20 minutes, enjoying the autumn atmosphere along the way~
- Shuttle bus: Opens at 8:00 sharp, for those who don’t want to walk, just take it—time-saving and effortless ✅
- Early bird shortcut: For those who want to catch the sunrise (the sunrise light is stunning!), if you arrive before 8 am, find a local private car at the parking lot for a 10 yuan/person convenient ride 🚗
📍 Basic travel information
- Opening hours: 4:00-18:30 (key point! Arrive early to see the sunrise, stay until evening to watch the sunset, the light and shadows are amazing)
- Detailed address: Bakeshiying Town, Luanping County, Chengde City, Hebei Province
- Nearby attractions: After visiting Jinshanling, don’t miss the nearby Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town! Plan a 1-2 day trip to both climb the Great Wall and enjoy autumn, and stroll the water town to see the night view, maximizing value ✨
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