Where to visit

Where to visit in Great Wall (Mutianyu/Badaling)?

Beijing, China

Quick answer

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.

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 Beiji...

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A compact starting point, kept useful for real travelers.

01

Mutianyu Great Wall Entrance

3-4 hours | Moderate | Excludes cable car/toboggan

02

Mutianyu Cable Car & Toboggan Round Trip

1 hour | Easy | Allows scenic ride up and toboggan slide down

03

Badaling Great Wall Entrance

3 hours | Moderate | 40 CNY in high season, 35 CNY in low season

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Good first tap

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

Best time

September to November

How to reach

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

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