China travel answer · Destinations
What are the top things to do in Beijing?
Reviewed 2026-09-19 · Conditions and policies can change
Direct answer
A strong first visit to Beijing should prioritize Great Wall (Mutianyu), Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven. These sights give a useful mix of the destination's character, history and landscape.
What to know
- ●Plan time for Great Wall (Mutianyu).
- ●Plan time for Forbidden City.
- ●Plan time for Temple of Heaven.
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