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1. Beihai Park
Xicheng DistrictA white stupa is perched on a small island just north of the south gate of this park. Also at the south entrance is Round City, which contains a white-jade Buddha and an enormous jade bowl given to Kublai Khan. Nearby, the well-restored Temple of Eternal Peace houses a variety of Buddhas. Climb to the stupa from Yongan Temple. Once there, you can pay an extra Y1 to ascend the Buddha-bedecked Shanyin Hall. The lake is Beijing's largest and most beautiful public waterway. On summer weekends the lake teems with paddleboats. The Five Dragon Pavilion, on Beihai's northwest shore, was built in 1602 by a Ming Dynasty emperor who liked to fish under the moon.
View Tours and Activities1 Weijin Jie, Beijing, Beijing, 100034, China010-6403–1102Sight Details
Y10; extra fees for some sites Rate Includes: Apr.–May and Sept.–Oct., daily 6.30 am–8:30 pm; Nov.–Mar., daily 6.30 am–8 pm; June–Aug., daily 6.30 am–10 pm -
2. Chaoyang Park
ChaoyangThe sprawling, modern Chaoyang Park lacks the imperial aura that marks other Beijing parks, but it has quite a bit to offer in terms of recreation. About one-fourth of the park is water, and there's several kinds of boating available, primarily pedal-powered paddleboats. There's a swimming pool with an artificial beach, tennis courts, beach volleyball grounds, a gymnasium, and a small amusement park. You can hire a slow-going electromobile for easy mobility around this sprawling park on your own, or hail a ride on a group trolley. There are many snack stands serving simple dishes, but if you're looking for something more substantive, walk around to the west gate of the park, where you'll find a street lined with popular Western and Chinese eateries, or check out the Solana mall at the northwest corner of the park.
Nongzhanguan Road South, Beijing, Beijing, ChinaSight Details
Rate Includes: Y5, Mid-Mar.–mid-Nov., daily 6 am–10 pm; mid-Nov.–mid-Mar., daily 6 am–9 pm -
3. Ditan Park
Dongcheng DistrictIn "Temple of Earth Park," 105 acres of 16th-century green space, are the square altar where emperors once made sacrifices to the earth god, and the Hall of Deities. This is a lovely place for a stroll, especially if you're already near the Drum Tower or Lama Temple.
Andingmen Wai Dajie, Beijing, Beijing, China010-6421–4657Sight Details
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4. Fragrant Hills Park
Haidian DistrictOnce an imperial retreat, Xiangshan Park is better known as "Fragrant Hills Park." From the eastern gate you can hike to the summit on a trail dotted with small temples. If you're short on time, ride a cable car to the top. Note that the park becomes extremely crowded on pleasant fall weekends, when Beijingers turn out en masse to view the changing colors of the autumn leaves.
40 Maimai Jie, Beijing, Beijing, 100093, China010-6259–1155Sight Details
Rate Includes: From Y10, Daily 6–6 -
5. Ritan Park
ChaoyangA cool oasis of water, paths and trees just west of the Central Business District, Ritan Park (also known as "Temple of the Sun Park") is a popular place to go for some peace and quiet, and is where many locals head to stretch their legs. Stop in at the Stone Boat café if you're in need of refreshment.
Beijing, Beijing, China010-8563–5038Sight Details
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