Beijing Travel Guide

Number of days：6 days
Average cost: 3000 yuan
With whom: and friends
The author went to these places： Tiananmen Square Beijing Forbidden City Summer Palace Temple of Heaven Lama Temple The Great Wall National Museum of China China Science and Technology Museum Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution Peking University Qianmen Street Nanluoguxiang Imperial College Tiananmen Square Great Hall of the People Mutianyu Great Wall Bird's Nest Water Cube Old Summer Palace Temple of Confucius Sanlitun Wangfujing 798 Art District Monument to the People's Heroes Chairman Mao Memorial Hall Tsinghua University

Since childhood, we all have an inexplicable yearning for Tiananmen Square. Mentioning Beijing will have a sense of national pride. It symbolizes the rise of our Chinese nation. It represents China's image as a great power. It is the birthplace of dreams. It is our common capital and common home. It is also our common destination. [Imperial Capital Beijing] There are several famous labels about Beijing that must be mentioned:
1. Beijing is the capital and a municipality directly under the Central Government of the People's Republic of China. It is the national political center and military center. It is the heart of the motherland.
2. Beijing is the economic center of the motherland, gathering cutting-edge talents and cutting-edge enterprises, and a super city of the future.
3. The origin of primitive civilization, the excavation site of "Peking Man" 700,000 years ago.
4. The capital of three major dynasties, it became the capital of Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties.
[The Ancient Charm of the Imperial Capital] The Palace Museum, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Lama Temple, and the Great Wall we know today are all historical treasures left behind. This modern metropolis is imbued with a strong imperial atmosphere. We can appreciate the grandeur and sophistication of imperial palaces and experience the beauty and refinement of royal gardens. Every brick, tile, stone pillar, and doorway seems to transport me to that glorious empire.
[Specialty Cuisine] In addition to the imperial Manchu-Han banquet and exquisite delicacies, there's a myriad of local delicacies, including Peking duck, Old Beijing noodles with soybean paste, Old Beijing hot pot pork, fried tripe, braised pork, douzhi (soybean juice), donkey rolls, and pea yellow.

[Rare Treasures Museum] [National Museum of China]
Contains a collection of 5,000 years of civilization;
The ancestral halls and ancestral temples of Chinese culture, here we can experience China's fine traditional culture, revolutionary culture, and advanced socialist culture at the nation's highest historical and cultural venue. Its collection of over 1.4 million items fully demonstrates and bears witness to the continuity and splendor of 5,000 years of Chinese civilization.

[China Science and Technology Museum]
A fascinating and engaging showcase of the grandeur and joy of science.
The China Science and Technology Museum's primary educational approach is through exhibitions. Through engaging, interactive exhibits that combine scientific, informative, and engaging content, the museum showcases scientific principles and technological applications, encouraging hands-on exploration and practice. This approach not only promotes scientific knowledge but also fosters scientific thinking, methods, and a scientific spirit. The new museum features five themed exhibition halls: "Science Paradise," "Light of China," "Exploration and Discovery," "Technology and Life," and "Challenges and the Future." It also includes a public exhibition area and four special-effect theaters: a dome theater, a giant screen theater, a dynamic theater, and a 4D theater. The dome theater combines dome-screen film projection with astronomical displays. The museum also houses numerous laboratories, classrooms, a science lecture hall, and a multi-purpose hall.
[Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution]
Displaying over 10,000 military artifacts,
China's first comprehensive military museum, it boasts nearly 60,000 square meters of exhibition space across 43 halls (areas). Here, visitors can see aircraft, artillery, ships, missiles, firearms, ammunition, cold weapons, medals, badges, seals, coins, pottery, porcelain, utensils, clothing, flags, documents, and notes. The collection primarily reflects the military history of the Chinese People's Liberation Army, ancient and modern Chinese military history, and world military history. Featured artifacts include weapons, uniforms, badges, and military-themed artwork. The museum houses over 160,000 artifacts, including 1,793 first-class items.
【Study and Research Activities】
1. We carried out a variety of treasure hunts at the National Museum to let these valuable exhibits enter the minds of children;
2. We completed our mission at the Palace Museum, looking for those important historical moments, as if traveling through time and space to explore the truth;
3. We carried out cross-country orienteering practice in the Summer Palace, using our real ability to get close to this royal garden;
4. We followed the footsteps of celebrities and academic masters at Peking University or Tsinghua University, went to the cafeterias where they ate, and went to the lakeside where they jogged in the morning;
5. We went to Qianmen Street and Nanluoguxiang to find the most authentic old Beijing snacks;
6. We shuttled through the alleys of old Beijing and hand-painted our own facial masks in the courtyard to cultivate our interest in Peking Opera;
7. We put on Confucian robes at the Imperial College to hold a grand opening ceremony and take a real Confucian class. Through this activity, we hope that children can truly understand Beijing, learn about the important contents of the three major dynasties, experience the court culture and life firsthand, learn Confucianism, and develop independent living skills.
[Brief Itinerary] Day 1: The World - Beijing
Day 2: Tiananmen Square - National Museum - Great Hall of the People - Tiananmen Gate - Palace Museum
Day 3: Raising the National Flag (National Flag Guard) - Mutianyu Great Wall - China Science and Technology Museum - Bird's Nest - Water Cube
Day 4: Summer Palace (Outdoor Orienteering) - Peking University or Tsinghua University - Old Summer Palace
Day 5: Military Museum - Nanluoguxiang - (Making Peking Opera Masks) - Houhai
Day 6: Imperial College Confucius Temple (Opening Ceremony, Confucianism Class) - Temple of Heaven
Day 1: The World - Beijing
Accommodation: Four-star Hotel in Beijing
Study Content: Freely experience Beijing's urban culture
We come from all corners of the world and gather together today! After checking your luggage into your hotel after a long journey, you'll have the rest of the day free to explore Sanlitun and experience Beijing's fashionable lifestyle. Then, explore Wangfujing and Dongdan to experience the vibrant atmosphere of Beijing life. You can also explore the 798 Art District and discover your favorite art form. In the evening, indulge in a delicious meal at Guijie, Beijing's famous "night market." To experience Beijing's captivating nightscape, we recommend trying the Beijing subway and buses for a truly unique experience.
Beijing Travel GuideBeijing Travel GuideStudy Content: Museum Treasure Hunt, Forbidden City Mission Statement
After breakfast, we'll gather and head to Tiananmen Square, the heart of Beijing.
In the morning, we'll visit the National Museum and participate in a "Museum Treasure Hunt." Children will follow the rules and complete missions while exploring the National Museum. While experiencing the history and art on display at the museum, they'll also have fun playing games. The treasure hunt will help them gain a deeper understanding of the museum's collections. We'll then visit the Great Hall of the People, a key venue for political events held by the nation and various people's organizations.
In the afternoon, we'll ascend the Tiananmen Tower for panoramic views of Tiananmen Square and the surrounding Monument to the People's Heroes, Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, the Great Hall of the People, and the National Museum of China. After some leisure time, we'll proceed to the Palace Museum to view collections from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Led by our tour leader, we'll complete the mission statement and fully experience the quaint culture and art of this ancient city. They say you can't miss Peking duck when you visit Beijing. Tonight we'll enjoy the famous Quanjude Peking Duck.
Beijing Travel Guide Beijing Travel Guide Study Content: Learn about the composition of the Flag Guard, the background and significance of the Great Wall's construction
Wake up early and gather for Tiananmen Square to watch the Flag Raising Ceremony.
Learn more about the origin and history of the Flag Raising Ceremony through your tour guide's explanation, and learn more about the composition of the Flag Guard. After the flag raising ceremony, enjoy breakfast (Qingfeng steamed buns). While you're still energized, climb the historic Mutianyu Great Wall.
Listen to your tour guide's account of the Great Wall's millennia-long history, tracing its rich history.
After resting at the foot of the Great Wall, enjoy authentic farm-style cuisine from the Beijing suburbs.
Return to Beijing in the afternoon and visit the China Science and Technology Museum, which features five themed exhibition halls and public science displays.
Take your children on a journey of exploration and discovery, learn about the application of technology in everyday life, and foster their interest in science in the Science Park. This is a magical playground for children; only here will you realize how fascinating science can be.
Next, take a look at the exterior of the Bird's Nest, Beijing's iconic sports structure.
Let your imagination run wild, associating this Olympic legacy with a bird's nest—your curiosity will undoubtedly be piqued. And of course, don't miss the Water Cube, a destination for swimming, sports, fitness, and leisure.
See the exterior of this building, the result of a global design competition.
Beijing Travel GuideBeijing Travel GuideStudy Content: Orienteering at the Summer Palace, tracking down Peking University celebrities
In the morning, enjoy an orienteering activity at the Summer Palace, taking in the beauty of the imperial gardens. You can also take a Cixi boat tour (optional, tickets at your own expense). Through these activities, your child will quickly learn about these intricately designed ancient gardens and have fun amidst the picturesque scenery.
Afterwards, visit Peking University or Tsinghua University. Explore the campus, uncovering the mysteries of universities, wandering paths once trodden by famous figures, and admiring the scenery witnessed by Chinese university students.
Lunch in the Beijing or Tsinghua University cafeteria, immersing yourself in the atmosphere of university study and life.
In the afternoon, visit the Old Summer Palace ruins, featured in Chinese textbooks, and experience the spiritual awe of the remaining broken walls and structures after the burning.
In the evening, we will dine at the Imperial Cuisine Museum, which showcases the essence of Chinese culinary culture and recreates a nearly complete and vivid history of Chinese imperial health preservation. We will also be able to watch grand court performances.
Note: Depending on the opening policy of Tsinghua University or Peking University on that day, we will arrange to visit one campus; due to time constraints and the opening policy of the university, we will choose to visit only one.
Beijing Travel GuideBeijing Travel GuideStudy Content: Learn about the quintessence of Chinese culture and make Peking Opera face masks
After breakfast, proceed to the Military Museum.
Experience military equipment only seen in television and movies. Wander through the various exhibition halls, including the Red Army Hall, the Anti-Japanese War Hall, the Liberation War Hall, the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea Hall, and the Weapons Hall. Relive the grandeur of major battles in your mind, marvel at the unfolding history, and appreciate the beauty of the present.
In the afternoon, head to Nanluoguxiang, journeying through the old Beijing alleys. Learn how to paint face masks within a courtyard. Your instructor will guide you through the essence of Chinese opera culture.
Afterwards, stroll through the famous Nanluoguxiang.
Experience hutong life in this alleyway steeped in the charm of old Beijing, and admire the various mansions and courtyards that line the surrounding alleys. Continue to Houhai and enjoy the stunning scenery of Houhai where the sky and the sea merge into one. Stroll under the shady green trees and enjoy a relaxing sunset.
In the evening, find delicious food in Nanluoguxiang and Houhai for dinner.
Beijing Travel GuideBeijing Travel GuideStudy Content: Opening Ceremony, Wearing Confucian Clothing and Attending Confucian Classroom
Today, you can depart later. After breakfast, visit the Imperial College, the highest institution of learning in ancient China's educational system.
Children can wear traditional Confucian clothing and participate in the fun opening ceremony. They can also experience a Confucian class, learning about the ancient practice of reading by heart, and fostering a love for reading through playful conversation.
In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Heaven Park.
This park was the site where Ming and Qing emperors offered sacrifices to the gods and prayed for good harvests. Here, we will learn about the relationship between ancient architecture and theology.
After the visit, we will transfer everyone to Dongzhimen, where the tour concludes. We will arrive at Dongzhimen Subway Station around 4:00 PM. We recommend purchasing air and train tickets departing after 8:00 PM.
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