Cities within 1 hour by high-speed rail from Beijing, perfect for a weekend getaway

As a travel enthusiast, I have found several great cities that are only 1 hour away from Beijing by high-speed rail. You can go there for a weekend getaway. Save this post now! 📍Tianjin 🌟Tianjin is full of European style and local flavor. It has a lot of delicious food and is the birthplace of crosstalk. You can listen to a crosstalk show and laugh away your troubles. 🗺️Travel guide: Day 1: Wudadao Cultural Tourism Zone - Xikai Church - Nanshi Food Street - Tianjin Eye In the morning, go to Wudadao and take a carriage tour (about CNY 80) to enjoy the architecture of different countries. Minyuan Square is a great place to take photos. Then go to Xikai Church to feel the sacredness and solemnity. At noon, go to Nanshi Food Street to try Goubuli buns, Jianbing, and other delicacies. In the evening, take the Tianjin Eye (about CNY 100) to enjoy the night view of the city. Day 2: Ancient Culture Street - Haihe River In the morning, go to Ancient Culture Street to buy some Yangliuqing New Year paintings, Niren Zhang, and other handicrafts. In the afternoon, take a walk along the Haihe River to see the Liberation Bridge and Jinwan Square. Enjoy the breeze and relax. 🌟Tips: Tianjin cuisine is sweet, so be careful when ordering. The Tianjin Eye is crowded, so buy tickets online in advance. 📍Langfang 🌟Langfang is close to Beijing. It has hot springs and ancient towns, where you can enjoy leisure time and relax. 🗺️Travel guide: Day 1: Shengfang Ancient Town - Huaxia Folk Collection Museum In the morning, go to Shengfang Ancient Town to stroll along the ancient streets and enjoy the scenery of the water town. No ticket is required. In the afternoon, go to the museum to enjoy various folk collections. The ticket is about CNY 40. Day 2: Langfang Mingtang Hot Spring Resort Relax in the hot spring. The ticket is about CNY 200. There are various hot spring pools to relieve your fatigue. 🌟Tips: Bring your own swimsuit and swimming cap for the hot spring. Protect the cultural relics when visiting the ancient town. 📍Zhuozhou 🌟Zhuozhou has a long history. There are many historical sites and film studios, where you can experience the past and present. 🗺️Travel guide: Day 1: Sanyi Palace - Zhuozhou Film Studio In the morning, visit Sanyi Palace (about CNY 20) to learn about the culture of the Three Kingdoms. In the afternoon, go to the film studio. If you are lucky, you can see a film crew shooting. The ticket is about CNY 50. Day 2: Yongji Bridge Visit this ancient stone bridge to feel the vicissitudes of history. Free admission. 🌟Tips: You can inquire about the shooting information of the film crew in advance. You may see a star. 📍Baoding 🌟Baoding has a rich culture. There are historical sites such as the Ancient Lotus Pond and the Zhili Governor's Office. The food is also very special. 🗺️Travel guide: Day 1: Ancient Lotus Pond - Zhili Governor's Office - Bell Tower Shopping Mall In the morning, visit the Ancient Lotus Pond (about CNY 30) to enjoy the beautiful garden. Then visit the Governor's Office (about CNY 30) to learn about history. Have lunch nearby and try donkey meat sandwiches. In the afternoon, go shopping at Bell Tower Shopping Mall. Day 2: Baishi Mountain Take a high-speed train to Laiyuan (a county under Baoding) and then transfer to Baishi Mountain (about CNY 135) to enjoy the magnificent scenery of the strange peaks and rocks. 🌟Tips: Bring warm clothes, water, and food to Baishi Mountain. The prices on the mountain are high. 📍Cangzhou 🌟Cangzhou is famous for martial arts. There are also historical sites such as the Iron Lion, where you can feel the unique cultural charm. 🗺️Travel guide: Day 1: Cangzhou Iron Lion - Cangzhou Museum In the morning, visit the Iron Lion (about CNY 20). In the afternoon, go to the museum to learn about the history and culture of Cangzhou. Free admission. Day 2: Wuqiao Acrobatics World Watch wonderful acrobatics shows. The ticket is about CNY 160. Feel the charm of folk art. 🌟Tips: Check the show time of Wuqiao Acrobatics World in advance and arrange your itinerary reasonably. 📍Tangshan 🌟Tangshan has earthquake sites and Nanhu Park, which witness the rebirth and beauty of the city. 🗺️Travel guide: Day 1: Tangshan Earthquake Memorial - Nanhu Park In the morning, visit the memorial. Free admission, but a ticket is required. Remember history. In the afternoon, take a walk or row a boat in Nanhu Park to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Some activities are charged. Day 2: Eastern Qing Tombs Take a bus from Tangshan to the Eastern Qing Tombs (about CNY 108) to explore the ancient imperial tombs. 🌟Tips: The Eastern Qing Tombs are far away, so plan your transportation in advance. 📍Chengde 🌟Chengde has the Mountain Resort and the Eight Outer Temples. The royal gardens and temple buildings are magnificent. 🗺️Travel guide: Day 1: Mountain Resort - Puning Temple In the morning, visit the Mountain Resort (about CNY 130). In the afternoon, go to Puning Temple (about CNY 80) to feel the royal style and Buddhist culture. Day 2: Sledgehammer Mountain Take a cable car to the mountain (about CNY 80) to enjoy the unique mountain scenery. 🌟Tips: The temperature difference between morning and evening in Chengde is large, so bring a thick coat. These 7 cities have their own characteristics. Plan your weekend now!