Beijing: 2 Hour Jingshan & Beihai Park Private Walking Tour Hotel pick up on foot (taxi/subway at your own cost)
ID: GYG719813-O-1183095
Category:
Country: China
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Escape the hustle and bustle of Beijing on a private walking tour of Jingshan and Beihai Park. Learn about the history and watch the local doing exercise. Start time from early morning to Sunset.
Escape the hustle and bustle of Beijing on a private walking tour of two of the city's imperial gardens. Visit Jingshan Park (also named Coal hill Park) and Beihai Park, and see landmarks such as the Five Dragon Pavilion, Jade Island, and Nine Dragon Screen.
Meet your guide and start your tour from Jingshan Park. See locals practicing Tai Chi and traditional dancing. Learn about the history of the park and the last of the Ming emperors, Chongzhen, who hanged himself as rebels swarmed at the city walls.
Head to the top of the hill, passing the many pavilions, and enjoy an impressive view over Forbidden City. Afterward, head to Beihai Park, stopping to browse the stalls at a local market along the way.
On arrival, visit Jade Island, with its Buddhist temple and white pagoda, then continue north to see the famous Nine Dragon Screen, which is unique in China. Finally, check out the Five Dragon Pavilion, where the emperor and his consorts came to fish, watch fireworks, or gaze at the stars.
Your tour ends at the north gate of Beihai Park. You can choose to explore the Houhai lake area on your own, or your guide will help you to get a taxi at your own cost to your next destination.
Highlights
- Take a private walking tour of Beijing's Jingshan and Beihai Park
- Learn about the history of the city and the parks from your guide
- See the famous Nine Dragon Screen, which is unique in China
- Visit the Five Dragon Pavilion, where the emperor and his consorts came to fish
- Explore the local area on a walking tour with a professional guide
Guiding languages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
