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Escape the Heat and Snap Stunning Photos? Beijing's Best Parks to Explore!

Too hot in summer and just want to find a park in Beijing to cool off? This guide has got you covered! After visiting popular attractions, quickly refresh yourself with these cool spots✨ **Haidian District** 1️⃣ **Summer Palace** **Why Visit?** 🌊 Experience the grandeur and coolness of this imperial garden. Stand by the breezy **Kunming Lake** to see the **Seventeen-Arch Bridge** spanning the water, with the lush **Longevity Hill** in the distance. 📷 Stroll along the lakeside, shaded by the Long Corridor, and snap photogenic shots anytime. The **Painted Boat in the Mist** spot offers magical angles—perfect for beating the heat and capturing beauty. Who wouldn’t be tempted? **Ticket**: Peak season combo ticket: ¥60/person. **Xicheng District** 2️⃣ **Beihai Park** **Why Visit?** 🌊 After exploring the Forbidden City, a breeze here instantly melts away the summer heat! 🏞️ The shimmering lake in summer, paired with ancient architecture and greenery, creates a picturesque scene. Visit landmarks like **Yong’an Temple** and the **White Pagoda**, enjoying coolness amid historical charm. 🚣 Row a boat to admire lotus flowers, as "the lake reflects the beautiful white pagoda, surrounded by green trees and red walls." **Ticket**: Peak season combo ticket: ¥20/person. 3️⃣ **Shichahai Scenic Area** **Why Visit?** 🌊 Lively yet refreshing in summer. Walk along the lakeside to see willow trees swaying and sparkling waters. 🧱 Explore nearby hutongs (alleys), hiding famous sites like **Prince Gong’s Mansion**, the **Bell Tower**, **Drum Tower**, **Mei Lanfang Memorial Hall**, and **Soong Ching Ling’s Former Residence**. 🍸 At night, lakeside bars light up with a fantastic vibe. Grab a terrace seat, sip drinks, and enjoy the cool night view—pure bliss! **Ticket**: Free! 4️⃣ **Taoranting Park** **Why Visit?** 👀 Dubbed "Little Jiangnan of Beijing" for good reason! The park features replicas of China’s top ten famous pavilions—no high-speed train needed to see them all. 🪷 Encircled by lakes and shaded by trees, the park dazzles with pink lotuses in full bloom during summer. 🥛 Nearby **Heiyaochang Street** offers authentic old Beijing snacks: sugar-oil cakes, tofu pudding, and yogurt with milk skin—delicious and traditional! **Ticket**: Full-price ticket: ¥2/person. **Chaoyang District** 5️⃣ **Olympic Forest Park** **Why Visit?** 🌳 A natural oxygen bar! With dense greenery and high vegetation coverage, it’s exceptionally cool. The **Olympic Forest Bookstore** in the South Garden is an ideal retreat to read and escape the heat. 🔥 Landmarks like the **Linglong Pagoda**, **Bird’s Nest (National Stadium)**, and **Water Cube (National Aquatics Center)** are all here. Stroll along the dragon-shaped water system and check them out! **Ticket**: Free! Each park has its unique charm, making them perfect summer escapes in Beijing. Save this guide and go enjoy the coolness🌳 Search🔍 **[Beijing Local Guide]** for more authentic Beijing tips~
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Posted: Jun 12, 2025
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