The Great Wall of China, the longest wall in the world that stands tall at 5 to 8 metres at a length of 21,196.18 km, is a winding path over rugged mountains. Located in northern China, it is made up of stone, brick, wood and other material, and was built to prevent invasions from northern nations. The wall depicts China's ancient history and culture and is proof of the nation's architecture and creativity. Ever since it has been opened as a tourist attraction, tourists throng to it every day. The Badaling section is visited by as many as 70,000 people every day.
Erected to protect its people and territories from nomadic invasions, The Great Wall of China is a grandiose series of fortifications that have been propagating legends from generation to generation. From mythical creatures to mighty soldiers that are said to have fought wars on its structure, the Great Wall is considered one of the Greatest Wonders of the World, radiating beauty and loyalty to a country that never forgets its people. Come and experience the breeze of magnificence, folkloristic anecdotes and ancient protective tactics that have kept the Empire safe for just about hundreds of years. Extending its majestic structure from east to west of China, the Great Wall is much like a fierce dragon that swerves up and down across the immense sea of trees that characterizes the beautiful land around it.
Badaling - 75 km from Beijing, about 1.5 hrs drive
By Bus:
Take the public bus here for just ¥12 and it takes less than 2 hours each way. From Jishuitan subway station take Exit A, Deshengmen arrow tower on your left. Bus 877 (or 879) leaves exactly behind the tower.
By Train:
Take the 1.5 hour train from Beijing Huangtudian station, a 150 m walk from exit G4 of Huoying Station on the Beijing metro. They start at 6.30 am and run until 21.30 pm
Juyongguan: 60km from Beijing, about 1.5hrs drive
Just 15 kms from Badaling so it’s very accessible. Follow the routes above, then from Badaling bus station, take bus 879 (or take a taxi it’s less than $10).
Mutianyu: around 95 km from Beijing, about 2 hrs’ drive
By Bus:
From Dongzhimen Bus Station, take bus line 916 Express to Huairou North Avenue (Huairou Beidajie) Station and takes 1 hour (only get the express!). There, transfer to bus line h23, h24, h35, or h36 to Mutianyu Roundabout. Finally, walk about 500 yards (450 meters) to the ticket office.
Jinshanling: around 140 km from Beijing, about 2.5 hrs drive
The Jinshanling Wall is closed for renovation since June 2017. To get there, you may take Subway Line 13 (Exit D) or Subway Line 15 (Exit C) to Wangjing West Station. Then, take the tourist bus (April 1 to November 15) to your destination directly. The bus departs at 8:00 am and returns at 15:00 pm and the fare is CNY 32. The trip takes about 2 hours.
Sunday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Monday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Saturday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Waiting Time
No
Entrance Fee
Badaling Great Wall - RMB40 (Nov. 01 to Mar. 31); RMB 45 (Apr. 01 to Oct. 31)
Juyongguan Great Wall - RMB 45
Mutianyu Great Wall - RMB35
Simatai Great Wall - RMB 35
Jinshanling Great Wall - RMB 30
Time you can spend
2 to 3 hours
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