Beijing
in China

Steeped in rich history, buoyant with culture, Beijing is a bustling metropolis that seemingly has it all. Tradition and modernity go hand-in-hand in the Chinese city, and there's hardly a day when there isn't something new and exciting throwing open its doors. Beijing offers a captivating glimpse into China's past, present and future.

how long to go for

a long weekend, a week

when to go

March, April, May, September, October

holidays

Chinese New Year, Dragon Boat Festival

how to get there

fly to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

how to get around

by public transport, by bike

nice to know

There is mostly no toilet paper in public restrooms so it's best to carry around tissues just in case.

local language

Mandarin

currency

yuan

in an emergency

call 119
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