Beijing Light Luxury Tour～

📅 **Itinerary Overview** **Accommodation Recommendation**: Qianmen/Wangfujing area (walking distance to Tiananmen, recommended Hanting Hotel Tiananmen Branch, about 150 RMB/person/night) **Transportation Tips**: Download the "Yitongxing" app to scan QR codes for subway rides, transfer between attractions within 30 minutes --- 🏯 **Day 1: Central Axis Crossing · Imperial City Atmosphere** **Morning: Solemn Ceremony + Forbidden City Exploration** - **05:00-07:00 Flag Raising at Tiananmen Square** ✅ Book a visit code one day in advance via the "Tiananmen Square Reservation" mini program; in summer, arrive before 4:00 AM at the security checkpoint to get front-row spots. ✅ After the ceremony, take photos of the Monument to the People's Heroes, and climb Tiananmen Tower (ticket 15 RMB) to overlook Chang’an Avenue. - **08:30-12:00 Palace Museum (Forbidden City)** ✅ Enter through the Meridian Gate with ID card (book tickets 7 days in advance via official WeChat, 60 RMB), visit the three main halls on the central axis → Treasure Gallery (must-see phoenix crown, 10 RMB) → Western-style building of Yanxi Palace in the Eastern Six Palaces. ✅ Off-peak tip: Avoid tour groups by using the right-side passage, rent AR glasses to unlock the "Forbidden City Cat" story. **Afternoon: Panoramic Views + Hutong Flavors** - **12:30-13:30 Jingshan Park** ✅ Exit through Shenwu Gate, cross the street to reach, climb Wanchun Pavilion for a panoramic view of the Forbidden City (ticket 2 RMB). - **14:00-16:00 Beihai Park** ✅ Walk 15 minutes to Beihai South Gate, rent a boat to admire the White Pagoda (electric boat 120 RMB/hour), experience the "summer in Beiping" described by Lao She. - **17:00-20:00 Nanluoguxiang + Drum and Bell Towers** ✅ Take subway Line 8 to Nanluoguxiang, quickly stroll the main street, turn into Mao’er Hutong to see Wanrong’s former residence, dinner at Fangzhuanchang No.69 for Zhajiangmian with Laba garlic (about 25 RMB/person). ✅ Walk to the Drum Tower to hear the evening drum, take stunning photos of the red walls at sunset. --- 🌳 **Day 2: Royal Gardens + Modern Landmarks Collision** **Morning: Lakes, Mountains, and Historical Scars** - **08:30-12:00 Summer Palace** ✅ Enter from Beigongmen Station on Subway Line 4, route: Suzhou Street → Four Great Islands → "Traveling in a Painting" (newly opened popular spot) → Long Corridor → boat ride to Seventeen-Arch Bridge (40 RMB). ✅ Summer tip: Arrive early to avoid queues, Kunming Lake boat ride brings a breeze cooling down by 5℃+. - **12:30-13:30 Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan)** ✅ Take Bus 332 from Summer Palace East Gate directly to Zaoyuan Gate, head straight to the Western Mansions ruins, AR guide restores the grand scene of the "Grand Waterworks" (combined ticket 25 RMB). **Afternoon: Art and Olympic Light** - **14:30-16:00 798 Art District** ✅ Transfer from Wangjing South Station on Subway Line 14 to bus, free visit to graffiti walls + Locomotive Square, focus on UCCA special exhibitions (e.g., "Morandi Still Life"). - **17:00-21:00 Olympic Park** ✅ Subway Line 8 to Olympic Sports Center Station, climb the Linglong Tower Observation Deck at dusk (50 RMB) to see the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube light up, dinner at New Olympic Shopping Center with Pear Soup (about 60 RMB/person). ✅ Family bonus: Weekend evenings feature the "Olympic Light and Shadow Show" (free). --- 🍜 **Food Highlights and Warnings** | **Type** | **Recommended Restaurant** | **Must-Try Dish** | **Average Cost** | |----------------|---------------------------|-----------------------|----------| | **Authentic Beijing Cuisine** | Siji Minfu (Dengshikou Branch) | Roast Duck Wrap + Hawthorn Sticks | 90 RMB | | **Hutong Snacks** | Menkuang Hutong Century-old Braised Pork (Xinjiekou) | Braised Pork with Fire Bread + Fried Sausage | 35 RMB | | **Avoid** | Restaurants inside scenic spots | High price, average taste | —— | --- ⚠️ **Key Tips** 1. **Reservation Guide**: - Palace Museum/Tiananmen: Book 7 days and 1 day in advance via official WeChat. - Summer Palace/Old Summer Palace: Buy tickets 3 days in advance via "Changyou Park" mini program. 2. **Packing List**: - Must bring: Sunscreen clothing + sports shoes (20,000+ steps daily), power bank (photo-taking drains battery fast). - Optional: Folding stool (for flag-raising viewing), Hanfu (better photos in the Forbidden City). 3. **Transportation Pitfalls to Avoid**: - Avoid "Great Wall black taxis," subway + Bus 877 is most reliable. - For hutong tours, choose shared bikes; use Didi Express to avoid peak traffic when taking taxis. > **Itinerary Advantages**: > Day 1 focuses on the central axis core (flag raising + Forbidden City + hutongs), Day 2 balances royal gardens and modern art; off-peak scheduling reduces queues (early Forbidden City/late Summer Palace boat rides), full summer experience included. > **Budget Breakdown**: Tickets 157 RMB + meals 200 RMB + transport 40 RMB ≈ 400 RMB/person (accommodation extra). 📊 **Core Attraction Times and Fees Reference** | **Attraction** | **Opening Hours** | **Ticket Price** | **Recommended Duration** | |----------------|--------------------|--------------|--------------| | **Palace Museum** | 8:30-17:00 | 60 RMB | 3-4 hours | | **Summer Palace** | 6:30-18:00 | 30 RMB | 3 hours | | **Jingshan Park** | 6:30-21:00 | 2 RMB | 1 hour | | **798 Art District** | 10:00-18:00 | Free | 2 hours | Civilized Reminder: No fire sources or large photography equipment allowed in the Palace Museum; please do not touch cultural relics during your visit…