Jingshan Park
4A Tourism Area

Jingshan Park

景山公园

Beijing, Xicheng4.5·39.9775°N, 116.2907°E
Ticket Price
Peak season CNY 80, off-season CNY 50
Duration
2-3 hours
Rating
4.5 / 5.0

About Jingshan Park

An imperial hilltop park just north of the Forbidden City, crowned by the Wanchun Pavilion. From the summit visitors enjoy the best panoramic view over Beijing's palace rooftops.

Highlights

• Imperial hill opposite the Forbidden City with the best palace views. • Wanchun Pavilion at the peak and the site of the last Ming emperor. • Peony garden in spring.

Suggested Route

South gate → hill path to Wanchun Pavilion → east/west side pavilions → north gate; allow 1-2 h.

Food & Lodging

Park teahouse; dining around the Forbidden City and Shichahai. Lodging: Xicheng and Dongcheng hotels.

Facilities

Multiple gates, restrooms, pavilions, accessible lower paths; hill is stepped.
Travel Tips

Wear layers as mountain weather can change quickly. Photography is best in golden hour.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (April-May) and Autumn (September-October)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

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Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

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Opening Hours

07:00-18:00 (peak season), 08:00-17:00 (off-season)

Getting There

Xicheng District; Metro Line 8 Shichahai Station / near Beihai North; nearest airport Beijing Capital Int'l (~35 km).

Reservation

Advance real-name reservation required via 'Changyou Park' WeChat (RMB 2).

Ticket Price

Peak season CNY 80 (≈ $11), off-season CNY 50 (≈ $7.0)

Address

Beijing City Xicheng District Jingshan West Street No. 44

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
景山公园

北京市西城区景山西街44号

Beijing City Xicheng District Jingshan West Street No. 44

39.9775, 116.2907

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