Cultural Site
Beijing WTown
Beijing, China
3-4 hours
About
Blending the grandeur of northern frontier towns with the gentle charm of Jiangnan water villages, the scenic area features stone lanes, riverside houses, Yongshun Dye Workshop, Simai Distillery, Zhenyuan Escort Agency and Yuanda Hot Springs. Visitors can take wooden paddle boats along canals, experience intangible cultural heritage handcrafts, and watch the fantastic music fountain show and drone light shows at night. It is a top suburban getaway for sightseeing, photography, leisure vacation and enjoying spectacular night views near Beijing.
Travel Tips
- Book tickets in advance via official WeChat mini-program; carry original ID documents for admission check
- Self-driving is the most convenient way; public transport requires transfer with long travel time
- Wear comfortable non-slip walking shoes; the whole town is covered with uneven bluestone pavements
- Drones, pets and sky lanterns are strictly prohibited inside the resort
- Ticket is valid for one single entry; tourists staying at official resort hotels can apply for face recognition for multiple entries
- Simatai Great Wall requires separate tickets; night climbing offers stunning panoramic views of the lit water town
- Temperature difference between day and night is large; prepare a light jacket for evening tours
- Check daily schedules for music water show and drone performances in advance
- Paddle boats have long queues on weekends; choose early morning or late evening to avoid crowds
Facilities
ParkingGift ShopFree WiFiRestaurantPhotography Allowed
Admission
¥140/ adult
Child¥70
Senior¥70
Opening Hours
Mon09:00 - 22:30
Tue09:00 - 22:30
Wed09:00 - 22:30
Thu09:00 - 22:30
Fri09:00 - 23:00
Sat09:00 - 23:00
Sun09:00 - 22:30
Best Time to Visit
April – May and September – October