"A thousand praises of Beijing are not worth one visit!"

Here's a brief Beijing travel guide: ❤️❤️ Early Preparations Documents: Bring your ID card. Students with student IDs and seniors with senior citizen cards can enjoy discounts at some attractions. Popular attractions such as the Forbidden City and the National Museum require advance booking through their official WeChat public accounts. You'll need to scan your ID card to enter. Clothing: Beijing can be cool in the mornings and evenings in April, so pack a light jacket. T-shirts or shirts are suitable for daytime. Toiletries: Beijing's climate is dry, so bring moisturizer, lotion, sunscreen, and any other toiletries you may need. Wear comfortable athletic shoes. 🚗🚗 Transportation Guide Airport: Capital International Airport is closer to the city center and is accessible by subway, airport bus, and taxi. Daxing International Airport has newer facilities and is served by an airport express train and airport buses. Train Stations: Beijing Railway Station is close to attractions like Tiananmen Square. Beijing West Railway Station is the largest and has the most trains. Beijing South Railway Station mainly serves high-speed trains. Beijing North Railway Station is the starting point for the S2 line to the Badaling Great Wall. City Transportation: The subway is recommended. Download the "YiTongXing" app or use a transit QR code. Avoid rush hour (7–9am and 5–7pm). There are many bus routes, some with the characteristic "dangdang" trams, but traffic jams are possible. Taxis/ride-hailing services are suitable if you have a lot of luggage or don't want to transfer, but they can be difficult to find during rush hour and around popular attractions. 🌈🌈 Attractions Guide Forbidden City: One of the world's five largest palaces, with 600 years of imperial grandeur. 2025 marks its 605th anniversary, with a new special exhibition of "Ming Dynasty Gold Books and Iron Coupons." Avoid Mondays (closed). Bring your ID card. Audio guides are available for rent (CNY 20/person). Recommended route: Meridian Gate - Hall of Martial Valor - Gate of Supreme Harmony - Palace of Supreme Harmony - Palace of Central Harmony - Palace of Preserving Harmony - Palace of Compassion and Tranquility - Palace of Longevity and Health - Garden of the Palace of Compassion and Tranquility - Palace of Heavenly Purity - Palace of Earthly Tranquility - Palace of Earthly Mother - Hall of Union - Palace of Eternal Spring - Palace of Gathered Elegance - Imperial Garden - Gate of Divine Might. Badaling Great Wall: "He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man." Tourist numbers increased by 30% year-on-year in March. Go early in the morning to avoid crowds. Climb to the top to enjoy the spring scenery of the mountains. Temperatures have been rising recently, but pack a windbreaker in case of weekend temperature drops. Book at least 7 days in advance. CNY 35 for adults, free for seniors and children. Summer Palace: A Qing Dynasty imperial garden, combining the essence of Jiangnan water towns and northern gardens. In spring, you can boat on Kunming Lake, admire ancient paintings in the Long Corridor, and see magnolias on Longevity Hill. Women get half-price tickets with their ID cards in March. There's a "Spring Water Tea Banquet" experience. Recommended route: New Palace Gate - Seventeen-Arch Bridge - Kunming Lake - Emperor and Empress Living Area - Hall of Virtuous Harmony - Long Corridor - Tower of Buddhist Incense - Longevity Hill - Garden of Harmonious Interest - East Gate. Temple of Heaven: The blue tiles and golden roof of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests contrast beautifully with the apricot blossoms. The peony season begins in April. There are Hanfu rental spots in the park (CNY 50/hour), allowing you to dress up as a "sacrificial messenger" for photos. Book through the official channels; some attractions require separate reservations. 798 Art District: The "industrial style + trendy exhibitions" are popular with young people. In March, there's an international RV camping exhibition, showcasing the integration of outdoor aesthetics and art. 🦐🍚 Food Recommendations Peking Duck: Crispy skin and tender meat, melts in your mouth with a touch of sugar. Try restaurants like Siji Minfu (Forbidden City branch) or Da Dong. Beijing Hot Pot: Thinly sliced lamb is swirled in a clear broth, dipped in sesame sauce, and served with candied garlic and sesame seed cakes. Try Ju Bao Yuan (Houhai branch) or Man Heng Ji. Zha Jiang Mian (Fried Sauce Noodles): A famous Beijing noodle dish with chewy noodles and a rich, fragrant sauce. Enjoy it with douzhi (fermented mung bean milk), lǘdagun (glutinous rice rolls with soybean flour), and luzhu (boiled pork offal). 🏠🏠 Accommodation Suggestions Consider Dongcheng District (near Nanluoguxiang and Shichahai) for a traditional Beijing experience and proximity to attractions; Fengtai District (near South Railway Station) for convenient high-speed rail access; or Ping'anli (near Beihai Park) for hutong snacks and easy access to the flag-raising ceremony. ❤️ Important Notes Plan ahead and book flights, hotels, and attraction tickets in advance. Tripods are prohibited in the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven. Selfie sticks are limited to 1.3 meters. Dress respectfully and keep quiet when visiting temples.