Activities in Běijīng
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Great Wall of China at Badaling and Ming Tombs Day Tour from Beijing
8 hours (Departs Beijing, China)
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See two of China's most popular destinations, the Great Wall of China and the Ming Tombs on one unforgettable guided day trip from Beijing. You'll visit the…Not LP reviewed
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Qiaobo Ice & Snow World
The only indoor ski slopes in Běijīng can be found here. The two slopes are not long and experienced skiers will not be excited by them, but it’s a good place to head to when the summer heat gets too much.
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Equuleus International Riding Club
The closest place to the centre of town to mount up, Equuleus has bilingual trainers and indoor and outdoor riding arenas. It caters to everyone from beginners to advanced equestrians. There are almost 100 horses to choose from.
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China World Fitness Centre
A 20m pool, squash courts, steam bath and Jacuzzi are available here, as well as yoga, Pilates, ballet and Latin dance. There are posh changing rooms, too. It’s in the same complex as the China World Hotel.
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Fenxing Fencing Club
Swashbucklers can find a place in Běijīng to practise their epee, sabre and foil strokes. The Fenxing Fencing Club provides equipment and tuition at a range of levels. Classes are held seven days a week from 10:00.
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Yoga Yard
In the same building as Bodhi Therapeutic Retreat, this friendly English-speaking centre has traditional hatha yoga classes, from beginners to advanced. Ninety-minute lessons are Y100, or it costs Y1000 for an unlimited one-month pass.
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Lianhuashan Ski Resort
Seven ski runs, two of which are optimistically described as advanced, are available at this functional resort. It’s 30km from Běijīng’s Capital Airport and just over an hour’s drive from the city centre.
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Beijing Lama Temple, Panda Garden and Ancient Altar Day Tour
8 hours (Departs Beijing, China)
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Visit the Lama Temple which was built in 1694, one of the largest and most important Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in the world. Then take a rare opportunity to…Not LP reviewed
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Friendship Hotel
You can find pools at some four-star and all five-star hotels, but nonguests will have to pay a fee. The venerable Friendship Hotel has a great Olympic-sized pool, now sadly enclosed, costing Y100 for a day plus a Y100 deposit.
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Dragonfly Therapeutic Retreat
The two-hour Hangover Relief Massage on offer at this soothing, up-market spa works wonders, but for real pampering go for the Royal Delight, in which two masseurs get to work at the same time. Foot massages, facials and manicures are also available.
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Private Tour: Half-Day Tour to Great Wall at Juyongguan
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Beijing Black Tiger Academy
Both a place for fight devotees and fitness fanatics, Black Tiger doesn’t restrict itself to Chinese martial arts forms. You can learn Brazilian capoeira, ju-jitsu and Thai boxing here, as well mixed martial arts. The teachers are all certified and conduct classes in English.
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Chaoyang Tennis Club
Tennis (wǎng qiú) is a popular sport in Běijīng that draws enthusiastic crowds, so phone well in advance to make reservations for tennis events or for playing on a court. Try the Chaoyang Tennis Club by the south gate of Chaoyang Park.
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Xuanlong Pool Hall
Snooker and pool are both very popular with the Chinese. Many tip China’s top player Ding Junhui as a future world champion. For snooker, try the Xuanlong Pool Hall, where there are 28 American-style pool tables and eight full-size snooker tables. It has a bar, too.
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Jundushan Ski Resort
Just 34km from Běijīng, Jundushan has seven trails, as well as a cross-country path for snowmobiles. Skiing charges vary according to the day of the week and how long you want to ski. You can hire equipment and stay overnight in wooden villas. There is night skiing (Y100) here, too.
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Beijing Historical Tour including the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Temple of Heaven
7 hours (Departs Beijing, China)
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Get to know Beijing and its amazing history by visiting three of the city's most impressive historic attractions: Tian'anmen Square, the Forbidden City and the…Not LP reviewed
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Beijing Historical Tour including the Summer Palace, Lama Temple and the Panda Garden
7 hours (Departs Beijing, China)
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Explore Beijing's amazing history and culture on this seven-hour tour to the Lama Temple, the zoo to see China's famous pandas and the historic Summer Palace.…Not LP reviewed
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Beijing Golf Club
One of the cheaper courses, the Beijing Golf Club is northeast of town on the eastern bank of Chaobai River (Cháobái Hé). There’s also a four-hole practise course and a driving range. It’s 45 minutes by car or taxi from central Běijīng, via the Jingcheng Expressway.
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Le Cool Ice Rink
Like many of the rinks in Běijīng, Le Cool is not very big. But it’s easily accessible and perfect for kids. Visit in the morning or evening if you want to avoid the crowds. Skate hire is included in the price, which varies depending on the time of day. Individual, 40-minute lessons are Y100.
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Private Tour: Ming Tombs and Great Wall at Mutianyu from Beijing
8 hours (Departs Beijing, China)
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On this full-day private tour, visit two of China’s most famous sites -- the Ming Tombs and the Great Wall at Mutianyu. See the Chang Ling Tomb, an impressive…Not LP reviewed
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International Tennis Center
Tennis (wǎng qiú) is a popular sport in Běijīng that draws enthusiastic crowds, so phone well in advance to make reservations for tennis events or to book a court. Try the International Tennis Center, which has indoor courts and is southeast of the Temple of Heaven Park.
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Great Wall of China Small Group Day Trip from Beijing
8-9 hours (Departs Beijing, China)
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Discover the Great Wall of China on this small group tour from Beijing. Travel to the restored Mutianyu section and climb the Ming Dynasty watchtowers for…Not LP reviewed
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Private Custom Tour: Beijing in One Day
8 hours (Departs Beijing, China)
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A privately guided tour, customized to your needs for a full day touring in Beijing. Some highlights include the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, visiting the…Not LP reviewed
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Bodhi
This serene, up-scale spa is the perfect place to rejuvenate after a hard day pounding Beijing’s streets. There are great Chinese or Thai massages, as well as wraps and facials. The foot reflexology massages are especially good. There are 40% discounts before 5pm during the week. It’s opposite the north gate of the Workers Stadium.
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Great Wall of China at Mutianyu Full Day Tour including Lunch from Beijing
6-7 hours (Departs Beijing, China)
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This full-day Beijing sightseeing tour to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China provides an opportunity to experience steeper sections of the wall.The…Not LP reviewed
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Ozone Fitness Centre
Formerly known as Evolution, there are numerous classes at this fitness centre, including aerobics, tàijíquán, Pilates, Spinning, hip-hop dancing, kickboxing and yoga. Personal training programs, fitness consultation and sports therapy are also available, and there’s a 25m five-lane pool. You can also get private wǔshù lessons in English here.
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