Beijing Family Travel Guide: 5 Destinations for Kids

Beijing provides various destinations for children, combining education and entertainment. Below are five locations for families, including practical visitor information.

1. Universal Studios Beijing

Universal Studios Beijing features seven zones, including areas for children such as Minion Land and the Kung Fu Panda Land of Awesomeness.

• Ticket Prices: Tiered pricing based on the date, ranging from 418 CNY to 748 CNY.

• Opening Hours: Typically 09:00 – 20:00. Hours fluctuate based on season and holidays. Check the official app for daily schedules.

• Reservation Requirement: Advance booking is required. Tickets must be purchased online prior to arrival.

  

  Universal Studios Beijing

2. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Beijing

Located in the Longfor Shopping Center (Chaoyang District), this indoor facility is designed for children aged 3 to 10. It includes building zones, a 4D cinema, and replicas of Beijing landmarks built from Lego bricks.

• Ticket Prices: 150 to 200 CNY.

• Opening Hours: 10:00 – 20:00.

• Reservation Requirement: Advance online booking is recommended.

  

  LEGOLAND Discovery Center Beijing

3. POP MART City Park

Situated within Chaoyang Park, this environment is based on designer toy IPs. It includes games, character meet-and-greets, and play areas.

• Ticket Prices: Weekday admission is 150 CNY; Weekend and holiday admission is 180 CNY. Entry is free for children under 1 meter in height.

• Opening Hours: 10:00 – 22:00.

• Reservation Requirement: Advance reservation via the WeChat mini-program is recommended due to limited capacity.

  

  POP MART City Park

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4. China National Film Museum

This indoor museum showcases the history and technology of Chinese cinema. It features interactive exhibits explaining the filmmaking process.

• Ticket Prices: General admission is free. Screenings in the IMAX theater require paid tickets.

• Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00 – 17:00 (extended to 20:30 on Fridays and Saturdays). Closed on Mondays.

• Reservation Requirement: Real-name reservation through the official WeChat account is mandatory.

  

  China National Film Museum

5. Mutianyu Great Wall

The Mutianyu section features restored conditions and accessible infrastructure.

Highlight for Children: Families can use the toboggan slide to descend the mountain. This metal track allows visitors to ride wheeled sleds down the hillside.

• Ticket Prices: The entrance fee is 40 CNY per adult. The cable car (ascent) and toboggan (descent) require separate tickets, costing 140 CNY for a round-trip package.

• Opening Hours: 07:30 – 17:30.

• Reservation Requirement: Advance booking for entrance tickets is recommended.

  

  Mutianyu Great Wall