Beijing Capital International Airport 35 min
CCTV Headquarters (25 min) Contemporary, 44-story skyscraper by Rem Koolhaas featuring a geometric shape & housing TV offices. Temple of the Sun (28 min) Remains of a 16th-century temple in landscaped surrounds with trees, gardens & a lake. Beijing Dongyue Temple (29 min) Centuries-old Taoist sacred site with many ghoulish sculptures dedicated to the afterlife. Dayunhe Forest Park (20 min) Park and canal Happy Valley Beijing (27 min) Fun park with themed areas that include roller coasters & other thrill rides, plus a train & shows. 798 Art Zone (31 min) Decommissioned factory buildings now holding artist studios & exhibits, vendors & eateries. The China World Trade Center (25 min) Set of 3 soaring buildings with modern hotels, an exhibition hall & an upscale shopping mall. Beijing Ancient Observatory (29 min) Dating to 1442, this former observatory is now a museum exhibiting ancient astronomical gear. Chaoyang Park (29 min) Expansive park with a lake featuring leafy trails, sport fields & courts, gardens & a fairground. Beijing central business district (24 min) Modern architecture, art, architecture, and landscape architecture UCCA Center for Contemporary Art (31 min) Modern paintings, sculpture & multimedia installations showcased in an industrial-chic space. Longtan Lake Park (28 min) Public park developed around a large lake, with many pavilions and bridges dotting its perimeter. Beijing Tongzhou Canal Park (12 min) Green space along the Grand Canal featuring a landscaped waterfront boardwalk & outdoor sculptures. Beijing Antique Market (29 min) Bustling market boasting lots of stalls selling jewelry, antiques, household decor & crafts. |