Beijing Capital International Airport 38 min
National Stadium (26 min)
Iconic stadium known as the Bird's Nest built for the Olympics & now hosting concerts & sports. Yuanmingyuan Park (31 min)
Park featuring colorful gardens & ruins dating from 1707 & burned during Second Opium War of 1860. Beijing Zoo (29 min)
Venerable zoo, founded in 1906, with traditional landscaping & native animals such as pandas. Xiangshan Park (32 min)
Park, autumn leaf color, and historic site Ming Dynasty Tombs (21 min)
Immense, ancient complex including the tombs of 13 Ming Dynasty emperors plus pathways & statues. Shichahai (29 min)
Scenic park with 10 temples surrounding 3 large, tree-lined lakes, with walking paths & boating. Kunming Lake (25 min)
Covering 3/4 of the palace grounds, this peaceful lake offers boat rides, a hiking trail & tours. Beijing Olympic Park (25 min)
Expansive walkway built for the 2008 Olympics & showcasing contemporary stadiums & many sculptures. Drum Tower and Bell Tower of Beijing (30 min)
Red watchtower reconstructed in 1420, offering views & performances with replica Ming dynasty drums. Long Corridor (24 min)
Built in 1750, this 728-m.-long passageway in the Summer Palace features 14,000+ paintings. The Summer Palace (25 min)
Palace, lake, history, and architecture Houhai (28 min)
Picturesque lake known for its shoreline of bustling bars, cafes, souvenir shops & restaurants. Prince Gong Mansion (34 min)
This grand, well-preserved 1777 mansion with courtyards & gardens now houses a museum. Summer Palace (25 min)
Lakefront palace renowned for its ornate temples & artworks plus its lavishly landscaped grounds. Beijing Botanical Garden (25 min)
Sizable botanical park with walking trails, a greenhouse & diverse plant & flower species. | 
