China Itinerary
The Perfect 5-Day Beijing Itinerary
Beijing 🇨🇳 · Built from 3 real traveler plans · 37 spots
Beijing is one of the most-planned destinations on Triply. We took 3 real traveler itineraries and distilled them into this 5-day plan — built around the 37+ places people actually saved, ranked by how often they show up. No filler, no tourist traps nobody bookmarks: just the spots real travelers keep choosing for Beijing.
5-Day Beijing Itinerary
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Top Things to Do in Beijing
- Summer Palace — ★ 4.7 (saved by 3 travelers)
- Temple of Heaven — ★ 4.6 (saved by 3 travelers)
- Tiananmen Square — ★ 4.5 (saved by 2 travelers)
- National Museum of China — ★ 4.5 (saved by 2 travelers)
- Beijing Botanical Garden — ★ 4.5 (saved by 2 travelers)
- Mutianyu Great Wall — ★ 4.8 (saved by 1 travelers)
- Mutianyu Great Wall Scenic Area (Nature Walk) — ★ 4.8 (saved by 1 travelers)
- Lama Temple (Yonghegong) — ★ 4.7 (saved by 1 travelers)
Where to Eat in Beijing
- Da Dong (大董) — ★ 4.7
- Lost Heaven (云南菜) — ★ 4.7
- Siji Minfu Peking Roast Duck (四季民福烤鸭店) — ★ 4.6
- Bao Yuan Dumpling (宝源饺子屋) — ★ 4.5
- Mr. Shi's Dumplings (Gongti Branch) — ★ 4.4
Beijing Travel FAQ
How many days do you need in Beijing?
Most travelers planning Beijing on Triply spend about 5 days there. That's enough to cover the top sights — Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square — without rushing.
What are the top things to do in Beijing?
Based on 3 real Beijing itineraries, the most-saved spots are Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square, National Museum of China, Beijing Botanical Garden, Panjiayuan Antique Market.
Where should I eat in Beijing?
The most-saved places to eat in Beijing are Da Dong (大董), Lost Heaven (云南菜), Siji Minfu Peking Roast Duck (四季民福烤鸭店), Bao Yuan Dumpling (宝源饺子屋), Mr. Shi's Dumplings (Gongti Branch).
Is Beijing worth visiting?
Beijing is one of the most-planned destinations on Triply, with 3 traveler itineraries covering 37+ spots — so yes, there's plenty to fill a 5-day trip.
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