Great Wall of China (Badaling)

The Great Wall of China is a series of fortifications built along the northern borders of China. The Badaling section is the most visited part of the...

Beijing
6 hours visit
4.7 rating
historical

About Great Wall of China (Badaling)

The Great Wall of China is a series of fortifications built along the northern borders of China. The Badaling section is the most visited part of the wall, featuring restored sections and spectacular mountain views.

Historical Background

The Great Wall was built over many centuries, with the earliest walls dating back to the 7th century BC. The most famous sections were built during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The wall stretches over 13,000 miles across northern China.

Rating

4.7/5.0

Duration

6 hours

Price

¥40

Category

historical

Key Highlights

What makes Great Wall of China (Badaling) special

Badaling Section - Most accessible and well-preserved part

Cable car access for easier climbing

Spectacular mountain scenery

Historic watchtowers and fortifications

Great Wall Museum with historical artifacts

Facilities

Cable car
Restaurants
Souvenir shops
Restrooms

Visitor Tips

Wear comfortable hiking shoes. Bring water and snacks. Use cable car if you want to save energy for walking on the wall.

Restrictions

No graffiti, stay on designated paths, no drones without permission

Visit Information

Opening Hours

Weekdays: 06:30-19:00 (April-October), 07:00-18:00 (November-March)

Weekends: 06:30-19:00 (April-October), 07:00-18:00 (November-March)

Holidays: 06:30-19:00 (April-October), 07:00-18:00 (November-March)

Ticket Prices

Adult: ¥40

Student: ¥20

Child: Free

Address

Badaling, Yanqing District, Beijing

How to Get There

Subway

S2 train from Beijing North Railway Station

Bus

877 from Deshengmen

Taxi

2 hours from Beijing city center

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