Best Walking Tours in Beijing

Discover the beauty of Beijing on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Beijing by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Beijing

Forbidden City & Tian'anmen Square Tickets and Tours in Beijing

Beijing , Northern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (708 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 5.00

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Step into a living scroll of crimson and gold, where 9,999 rooms whisper tales of emperors and empires. Marble dragons guard vermilion gates, while saffron rooftops kiss clouds—a symphony of Ming grandeur frozen in time. Wander courtyards where history hums beneath jade-carved eaves, past murals alive with phoenix dances. Every sunbeam reveals secrets: porcelain-blue tiles holding storms, mosaics spun from dynastic dreams. UNESCO’s crown jewel isn’t merely a palace—it’s China’s heartbeat carved in stone. Come trace the brushstrokes of eternity.

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Temple of Heaven Ticket with Optional Guide Service in Beijing

Beijing , Northern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (117 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 8.80

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Visit the World UESCO Heritage Temple of Heaven. While the cost to enter the palace is modest, the lines to buy tickets are often long and mean you need to carry Chinese cash. Pre-book online to gain access by Tickets QR and enjoy the imperial Temple at your own pace —morning, noon, or afternoon. 1: Prebook to save time and stress 2: Explore the Imperial Temple of Heaven at your own pace 3: Scan the ticket QR and enter Temple of Heaven 4: Visit at a time that suits you-morning or afternoon

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Beijing Summer Palace Entrance Ticket (with Optional Guided Service) in Beijing

Beijing , Northern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (100 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 7.88

 

Planning your visit to Beijing is not easy, especially you have to book all attraction tickets in advance now. Let us make your trip easy, stress-free by reserving your Summer Palace tickets before you travel, you can bypass the crowds and explore the massive garden independently. Book regular admission which covers the main entrance fee, or choose combination entry to discover the extra gardens and museums inside the Summer Palace. Of course, you can upgrade for a guided tour to learn the histories and stories about the palace.(Please note tickets will be send 5 days before the travel date)

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Beijing Temple of Heaven Entrance Ticket (with Optional Guided Service) in Beijing

Beijing , Northern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (57 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 7.88

 

Planning your visit to Beijing is not easy, especially you have to book all attraction tickets in advance now. Let us make your trip easy, stress-free by reserving your Temple of Heaven tickets before you travel, you can bypass the crowds and explore the massive park independently. Ticket including the combination entry to discover the park and temples. Of course, you can upgrade for a guided tour to learn the histories and stories about the Temple of Heaven.

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Beijing City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated in Beijing

Beijing , Northern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (38 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 5.00

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Step into the glorious past of China’s imperial capital! In 3.5 hours, gain a understanding of Beijing’s dynastic history, explore its most treasured time-honored brands, and uncover the city’s urban planning progress and challenges. Join our expert local guide and master storytellers to see the city’s seamless blend of history and modernity: from old hutong residences and bustling marketplaces, to vibrant street food vendors! IMPORTANT: Please note that the booking fee charged here is solely to reserve your spot, as the tour operates on a tips-based model, meaning you decide how much your guide deserves for their hard work. We suggest a tip of 160-200 RMB (20-25 USD/EURO), which we believe is a fair amount compared to the cost of a regular walking tour:) This voluntary tip is a way to recognize your guide's efforts and helps us maintain this exciting job! Booking is limited to groups of up to 6 people. If your group exceeds 6 people, please contact us to arrange a private tour.

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Private Tour to Mutianyu or Jinshanling Great Wall with Options  in Beijing

Beijing , Northern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (15 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 25.99

Duration: 9 hours (approx.)

• Enjoy hassle-free exploration with private round-trip transportation from Beijing; • Experience a more authentic visit at a less-crowded section of the Great Wall • Benefit from personalized attention in our small-group format • Learn fascinating historical insights from your knowledgeable English-speaking guide • Take advantage of our complimentary cable car/toboggan ticket reservation service • Explore at your own pace with ample free time for photography and discovery • Carefully curated itinerary focusing on the Wall's most spectacular sections Tour Experience: Immerse yourself in the majesty of this ancient wonder without commercial interruptions. Your expert guide will: • Share captivating stories about this 6th-century architectural marvel • Point out the most impressive defensive structures - from towering parapets to strategic watchtowers • Lead you to the best vantage points for breathtaking photos • Help you appreciate the Wall's dramatic natural setting

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Forbidden City Ticket/ The Palace Museum or Group Tours Options in Beijing

Beijing , Northern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (12 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 7.00

 

There are a hundred Forbidden Cities in a hundred eyes. Visit the world's largest wooden royal building complex, the Forbidden City in Beijing. The pre-booked tickets can ensure entry at the planned time and allow you to visit the Forbidden City according to your own wishes. The tickets are divided into morning tickets and afternoon tickets. The newly added option departing from Beijing Capital Airport/Hotel one way can accept your last-minute booking on the same day, and your driver will take you to the entrance of the Forbidden City to ensure that you can enter smoothly.

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Return Bus to Mutianyu Great Wall in Beijing

Beijing , Northern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (6 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 13.50

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

This tour excluding any shopping stop and all time is spend on the way or on the wall. The tour guide will help you to get all tickets (entry tickets, cable car) required without any service fee. If you want to have lunch, there is a dumpling restaurant on the foot of the wall, our guests will have a discount if enjoy meals there. Direct bus from downtown Beijing to Mutianyu Great Wall without any shopping stop. We will drive to the foot of Mutianyu Great Wall directly to save the shuttle bus fee. Mutianyu Great Wall is the longest Great Wall section in China with plant coverage up to 96% with surrounded by mountains, you will have around 5 hours to explore it.

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Summer Palace & Temple of Heaven 5-hour Group Walking Tour in Beijing

Beijing , Northern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 26.00

Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

Discover 2 of Beijing's most iconic sites on a half day walking tour as you visit the Summer Palace and the Temple of Heaven. Meet at guide and group at the Summer Palace, where China’s imperial households retired to beat the summer heat. Admire the beautiful lakes, pavilions, and bridges in this sprawling complex. After 1-hour subway ride experience, continue the tour at Temple of Heaven, it is no longer a temple for Imperial emperors prayed for bumper harvests, but a public park for Beijing’s senior citizens practice their morning exercises, so It is also a little window to learn Chinese seniors retirement life. Tours ends at the subway station of Heaven Temple East Gate, your guide will help you take taxi or subway back, or you can walk and visit the Pearl Market on your own. English guide, subway ride tickets and two sites entrance fees are all included. If you choose the ticket booking option, please go to the spot on your own with your valid passport.

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Tip-based Summer Palace walking tour - Beijing in Beijing

Beijing , Northern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 5.00

 

No need to book ticket in advance. Tourists can buy ticket on the day of the tour. Please bring passport and cash(or Alipay or wechat pay).Making a booking wihtin your budget to secure your spot and tip the guide at the end of the tour based on your experience. So that you can enjoy a quality sightseeing experience and encourage your guide to always do their best.The recommended tip is 160-200 Chinese yuan per person(20-30 USD per person)Find the guide who is holding a sign with name "Jack"

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Private Mutianyu Great Wall Day Tour w/ Optional Guide/Transfer in Beijing

Beijing , Northern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 15.00

Duration: 8 hours (approx.)

You will explore the best scenery part of UNESCO World Heritage Sites Great Wall in one day: Mutianyu Pass with all inclusive service: round-trip transportation from your Beijing downtown hotel, entrance tickets, cable car or chairlift and toboggan , shuttle bus ride, delicious lunch are all inclusive.

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Private Virtual Tour in Beijing in Beijing

Beijing , Northern China

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 18.00

 

During this visual tour, not only I will guide you to many must-see Beijing attractions, but also we will go deep into local people's life, and take a close look at things like traditional houses where they live, authentic breakfast they eat, and what they do for fun at their spare time, and many more things you normally don't see on TV, food people normally don't eat, such as " crickets fighting", "deep-fried scorpions" etc.

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Local Tips for Beijing

Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Beijing at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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