Best Hiking Section of the Great Wall: Beijing Badaling Great Wall Babysitter-Level Travel Guide is Here

He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man! The babysitter-level travel guide for Beijing Badaling Great Wall is here 💯. This World Cultural Heritage site is truly the essence of the Great Wall, and climbing the watchtowers will really leave you amazed～ ⛰️Attraction Guide: 📍Address: Exit 58, G6 Jingzang Expressway, Yanqing District, Beijing ⏰Opening Hours: Summer (April-October) 06:30-16:30 Winter (November-March) 07:30-16:00 🎫Ticket: 40 RMB (remember to book online in advance) 🚌Transportation Suggestions: 1️⃣Self-driving: Navigate to "Badaling Great Wall Parking Lot," about 1.5 hours by car 2️⃣Public Transport: Take bus 877 from Deshengmen directly (cash ticket) or take the S2 train from Beijing North Station 3️⃣Recommended to take the shuttle bus within the scenic area to save a lot of walking 👟Tour Route: ✅South Line: Less crowded and scenic, great for photos ✅North Line: Classic route, the Hero Slope is here (the slope is steep, be mentally prepared) It is recommended to take the cable car up to North Sixth Tower/South Fourth Tower, then walk down to enjoy the scenery without getting too tired 📸Photo Check-in Spots: ✔️Hero Stele ✔️Arrow slits on the wall ✔️Beacon towers ✔️Panoramic view of the winding wall 🍜Food Recommendations: 👉"Badaling Hotel" at the foot of the Great Wall serves authentic Zhajiang noodles 👉On the way back, you can stop in Yanqing for farmhouse dishes; the grilled rainbow trout is amazing 👉Remember to bring some snacks and water to replenish energy 💡Useful Tips: 1️⃣Be sure to wear comfortable sports shoes! Some steps are really high 2️⃣Spring and autumn are the best seasons to visit; use sun protection in summer and keep warm in the windy winter 3️⃣Avoid holidays for a better experience with fewer people 4️⃣There is free luggage storage inside the scenic area 5️⃣Recommended visit time is 3-4 hours