Top Ten Themed Itineraries - 1 Day

 Travel along Beijing's Central Axis to explore the Xiannong Altar, the best-preserved Ming-Qing imperial agricultural ritual complex. Marvel at the intricate caisson of the Longfu Temple and immerse yourself in China’s agrarian heritage at the Emperor’s Sacred Cultivation Field. Experience the grandeur of Zhonghe Shaoyue, the imperial ceremonial music, at the Divine Music Administration of the Temple of Heaven. Discover local treasures at Hongqiao Market (Pearl Market), then enjoy afternoon tea on the top-floor terrace with a stunning view of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests (including a Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests-shaped cake and creative coffee). Watch the sunset over the Temple of Heaven before concluding your day with Peking Duck at Quanjude. Finally, take a nighttime stroll along Qianmen Street to experience the Visa-Union Pay Zone for the Beijing Central Axis.

Start your morning with a traditional Beijing breakfast at Huguo Temple Snacks, then head to Jingshan Park and climb the Pavilion of Myriad Springtimes for a panoramic view of the Central Axis. Visit the Shijia Hutong Museum to explore hutong culture and listen to the nostalgic sounds of old Beijing—such as street hawkers and pigeon whistles—at the on-site Sound Museum. Explore the Bell and Drum Towers to learn about traditional Chinese timekeeping methods. Enjoy lunch at GUI TEMPLE, a restaurant called central axis restaurant. Visit the "Guanzhong" Local Culture Museum in Hong'en Temple, then send a Central Axis-themed postcard from the Beijing Central Axis Post . Take a leisurely city walk through the hutongs around Shichahai to immerse yourself in the rhythms of everyday life in old Beijing. End your day with dinner at King's Joy, the world’s first Michelin three-star vegetarian restaurant.

Go to the 798-751 Art District to view modern art exhibitions, visit artists' studios and trendy shops, and have lunch at unique restaurants and bars. Head to Silk Street to shop for authentic "Beijing Gifts." Next, visit Pop Mart Park, where you can interact and take photos with Molly and Labubu, explore the mysterious fishing village and elf tree house, and immerse yourself in the entire toy-making process. End your day with dinner at Solana and take a night cruise on the Liangma River to enjoy the light show.

Visit the Beijing Performing Arts Centre, Beijing Library, and the Grand Canal Museum of Beijing. Explore the special cultural relics exhibition, "This is the Shang," to gain insight into the development of the city’s sub-center. Discover the Three Temples and One Stupa (the Confucius Temple, Taoist Ziqing Palace, Chinese Buddhism’s Youshengjiao Temple, and the Dīpankara Buddha stupa). Take a cruise on the Grand Canal, visit the night market in Moon River Town, taste delicious local food, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere along the canal.

Visit Fahai Temple to see the finest Ming dynasty murals and experience an innovative light-and-shadow mural show. Next, visit Cheng’en Temple to explore the Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts Museum. Embark on a city walk along Modekou Street to visit Gudao Sicun (Remains of the Ancient Road), Shimen Academy, Longwangmiao Square, the China Quaternary Glacial Vestige Exhibition Hall, Jingxi Bookstore, and more to experience western Beijing’s millennia-old cultural heritage and the vitality of urban renewal. Continue to Shougang Park to explore its industrial relics and Winter Olympic venues. Immerse yourself in sci-fi and technology experiences at No.1 Blast Furnace SoReal, No. 3 Blast Furnace, Big Air Shougang, and by climbing the Stone Pavilion of Shijingshan. End your day with an evening dinner and shopping at HUAXI LIVE·Wukesong, where you might also catch a live concert.

Explore the Jingxi Ancient Path and Tanzhe Temple to understand the origins of Beijing's civilization and its history. Visit Beijing Ziyang mountain villa, a "high-quality mid-mountain ancient village homestay cluster resort area." Encounter cycling enthusiasts along the way and experience the new landmark of micro-vacations in western Beijing at TANKO. Finally, visit Jinyu Coloured Glaze Cultural Creative Industrial Park to personally experience the process of glaze making.

Labagoumen Nature Reserve has an average summer temperature of only 22℃. It is a summer resort in the suburbs of Beijing. It is also home to the richest biological species among Beijing’s natural forest areas. You can enjoy alpine meadows, primeval forests, and summer glaciers, as well as go bird-watching and stargazing. You can also dine and stay in homestays to experience Manchu culture.

Visit the Zhoukoudian Peking Man Site Museum to uncover the mysteries of human origins. Hike through Baihua Mountain’s alpine meadows, primeval forests, and mountains full of blooming flowers. Spend the night in a homestay on Baihua Mountain or go camping and enjoy a barbecue. You can stargaze, admire the moon, and watch the sunrise and sunset.

Take a scenic cruise and savor delicious local cuisine. Relax in the soothing hot springs of the water town. Experience intangible cultural heritage skills such as traditional tie-dyeing and woodblock printing. At night, take a tour of the Simatai Great Wall, look down at the entire water town, and enjoy the drone show.