Mutianyu Great Wall / 慕田峪长城
Mutianyu is renowned for its beautiful mountain scenery, dense forests, and relatively lower visitor numbers compared with Badaling. Around 90% of the surrounding area is forested, making it one of the most scenic sections of the Great Wall.
Category
Historical, Nature
Why Visit
- Less crowded than Badaling
- Features cable cars, chairlift, and the famous alpine toboggan ride
- Excellent mountain views throughout the year
Suggested Duration
4–5 hours
Best Visiting Time
07:30–10:00 or after 16:00 to avoid scrum or after 18:30 to see the night show
Suitable For
- First-time visitors
- Hiking enthusiasts
- History lovers
- Nature lovers
Tips
- Take the cable car or chairlift up and ride the toboggan down for a unique experience
- Watchtower 20–23 offers some of the best panoramic views
- Wear non-slip walking shoes
Admission Type
Paid Ticket
Reservation Required
No
Reservation Max.
Booking is recommended, particularly during Chinese holidays.
Opening Hours
7:30–18:00 (Last entry is at 17:00)
17:30–20:30 (special for Night Mutianyu Great Wall Show)
Address (English & Chinese)
Mutianyu Village, Bohai Town, Huairou District, Beijing
北京市怀柔区渤海镇慕田峪村(5A级景区)
Note
Ticket price:
- 40 元 for entrance fee
- 15 元 for shuttle bus ticket up/down the mountain
- 100 元 for one-way cable car/slide car
- 140 元 for round-trip cable car/slide car.
For "Night Mutianyu Great Wall Show", ticket need to be purchase in advance (The price is 230 元).
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