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Great Wall (Mutianyu/Badaling)

Beijing 515m⚡ Moderate
Best Time
September to November
Difficulty
Moderate
Safety
★★★★★
Solo Friendly
Family
Gallery
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About Great Wall (Mutianyu/Badaling)

The Great Wall of China is one of the world's greatest wonders, with Mutianyu and Badaling being the most popular and scenic sections near Beijing. Mutianyu offers breathtaking views of watchtowers snake-routing across lush forested ridges and features a fun toboggan run, while Badaling is the most famous and historically fortified gate.

💡Why Visit?

Walk the ancient stone steps of a Wonder of the World and take in the panoramic mountain views of the Mutianyu watchtowers.

Best For
history-buffnature-loverphotographer
Languages
Mandarin
#unesco#hiking#sightseeing#ancient
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Quick Facts

RegionBeijing
CountryChina
Altitude515m
DifficultyModerate
Solo Friendly✅ Yes
Family✅ Yes
Budget StayCN¥120*/night
Budget FoodCN¥50.00*/day
PermitNot Required
Visa & Entry Requirements

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💎 Hidden Gems Nearby

Historical place
Great Wall of China
4.418,933 reviews· 0.6 km
Historical place
Great Wall of Badaling
4.61,498 reviews· 46.7 km
National park
Juyong Pass
4.71,154 reviews· 45.1 km
Historical place
Ming Dynasty Tombs
4.3477 reviews· 34.8 km
National park
Ming Tombs-Changling Tomb (Southeast Gate)
4.4224 reviews· 30.4 km
Tourist attraction
Badaling Cableway
4.5161 reviews· 48.2 km
Museum
The Great Wall Museum of China
4.6117 reviews· 47.5 km

Ratings & reviews from Google Maps

Activities

Mutianyu Great Wall Entrance

Excludes cable car/toboggan

Time

3-4 hours

Cost

CN¥40.00*

Effort

Moderate

Mutianyu Cable Car & Toboggan Round Trip

Allows scenic ride up and toboggan slide down

Time

1 hour

Cost

CN¥140*

Effort

Easy

Badaling Great Wall Entrance

40 CNY in high season, 35 CNY in low season

Time

3 hours

Cost

CN¥35.00*–CN¥40.00*

Effort

Moderate

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Weather data not available for this destination yet.

When to Visit

💸Best Value
JunJulAugMar
Crowds Medium Prices Medium

Pleasant weather, lighter crowds — the sweet spot.

🔥Peak Season
SepOctNovAprMay
Crowds High Prices High

Busiest months — book stays & transport early.

🌙Off Season
DecJanFeb
Crowds Low Prices Low

Quietest window with the lowest prices.

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How to Reach

Nearest Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
55 km · 1 hour 15 minutes by road
Nearest Railway Station
Beijing North Railway Station
70 km · 1.5 hours
Nearest Bus Stand
Dongzhimen Bus Terminal
70 km · Take Bus 916 Express to Huairou, then local transfer

Drive via Jingcheng Expressway to Huairou District, then follow signs to Mutianyu Scenic Area.

Local Transport

Cab / Taxi
CN¥500* – CN¥800*/day
Local Bus
Shuttle buses connect the parking lot to the wall base.
Walking

Where to Stay

🎒 Deluxe
CN¥120*/night
  • Great Wall Hostel dorm
  • Local Huairou guesthouse
🏨 Premium
CN¥400*/night
  • Mutianyu Brickyard Retreat
  • Beijing Courtyard Hotel
✨ Luxury
CN¥1,200*/night
  • Commune by the Great Wall
  • High-end Huairou villas

Local Cuisine

⭐ Huairou Chestnut Roasted Chickenlocal
⭐ Rainbow Trout (pan-fried/grilled)restaurant
Peking Duckrestaurant

Travel Tips

  • Buy tickets online in advance as daily entries are capped.
  • Mutianyu is much less crowded and offers a toboggan ride down compared to Badaling.
  • Wear sturdy hiking shoes with good grip; the slopes can be steep and slippery.
Things to carry
Comfortable walking shoesSun protection (hat/sunglasses/screen)Water bottlePassports (required for entry verification)Camera
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