China · GREAT WALL AT BADALING
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Badaling is the closest restored stretch to the city and by some distance the busiest, which makes the tour you pick matter more than usual. Here are the best Badaling options: which travel by suburban rail and which by road, which start early enough to beat the cable car queue, and which take in the Ming Tombs on the way home.
A full day from Beijing to Badaling Great Wall and the Ming Tombs, with hotel pickup, guide, lunch, tickets, and optional cable car.
“The experience was very nice, joe pick me up on time at the hotel, and the transportation was comfortable, he provided water during the journey and was always ready to help”
One day in Beijing hitting Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Badaling Great Wall, with pickup, lunch, tickets, and jade shopping.
“A nice city highlights tour with a friendly guide. I’d have skipped the tea house stop, as I’m not a fan of ‘commercial proposals’, but everything else was excellent. The Great Wall is absolutely breathtaking and unforgettable!”
VIP Great Wall tour from Beijing with a private car, English guide, and fast pass entry to Mutianyu or Badaling, with cable cars.
“Lily crafted a wonderful trip to the Great Wall. She was encyclopedic, kind, and patient. Most of all, she saved us a lot of time at the Great Wall itself, which was important for my pregnant wife and aging father. Highly recommend!”
Badaling Ancient Great Wall day trip with skip-the-line entry, English guides, quiet unrestored towers, and no shopping stops.
“The day trip was amazing, our guide Elan was absolutely fabulous, she helped us with the tickets and with all the information we needed - Elan thank you so much for making this a perfect trip for me and my wife. I would highly recommend the Badaling Great wall Bus Tour, 100% worth the money and time.”
Badaling Great Wall day or night tickets with optional cable car and shows. Skip queues with an official PDF ticket and easy transport.
“Could've gone for free. Nobody was checking my ticket/barcode. Ended up paying for round trip cable car tickets once I got to the entrance which cost under £20.”
Private transfer to Badaling Great Wall with VIP entry perks, free hotel pickup, and optional guide for a smoother day with less waiting.
“I had an amazing Great Wall tour with Lily as our guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing history and insights that made the experience so much richer. On top of that, she was fun, friendly, and made the whole day enjoyable. Lily truly made the tour special—I’d highly recommend her!”
Private Beijing tour pairing Mutianyu or Badaling Great Wall with the Panda House at Beijing Zoo, with pickup, tickets, and lunch included.
“It was a great experience! Jack and his driver were great, everything was in order. I recommend this tour to everyone to take.”
Join a full-day bus tour that pairs the wild Ancient Great Wall with the restored Badaling section, including tickets and English guidance.
“The guide, Aria, was great, she provided us with good explanations and the trip was good too! Unlikely we couldn’t visit the ancient wall, ‘cause it was closed.”
Private car Great Wall tour to Mutianyu or Badaling with an English driver or guide, tickets included, flexible timing, and stress-free pickup.
“Mr. Guo was excellent in all details pertaining to the event. He made sure everything was running smoothly. Great tips and assistance during the entire event. Highly recommend him. Thank you for everything.”
Badaling at night with a light show at 7:20 PM, traditional performances, and limited access to North and South Fourth Towers.
“Visiting the Great Wall at sunset and into the evening was truly unforgettable. As the sun set, the crowds started to thin, creating a peaceful and almost intimate atmosphere. The temperatures were cooler, making the walk comfortable and enjoyable. Seeing the wall illuminated against the backdrop of the fading light added a whole new level of beauty and serenity. Highly recommend visiting during this time if you want to avoid the heat and heavy crowds — it allows you to fully appreciate the stunning scenery and history in a much more relaxed setting. A magical experience I’ll always remember”
Skip the line to Badaling Great Wall from Beijing with a direct bus tour, passport entry, and 3 hours to hike with bilingual help.
“Le grand problème étant que nous avons quasiment pas eu d‘information en anglais et une fois sur place on nous a expliqué quoi faire mais on a été lâché dans une marée humaine. C‘est vraiment la grosse industrie à Badaling c‘est saturé de monde on se marche presque dessus. Il faut vraiment marché un bon moment dans la muraille afin de trouver des endroits qui ne sont pas saturés du monde. Donc la muraille très très beau et un Must do mais en revanche choisir un autre endroit que Badaling et peut-être une autre entreprise afin que le guide puisse fournir toutes les informations concernant le mur.”
Pre-book Badaling Great Wall tickets for guaranteed entry, explore at your pace, and choose optional cable car rides for a stress-free visit.
“The wall is a beautiful experience, definitely worth it. It is not easy to exchange your paper ticket for a real ticket that you can enter. We've had to search. Eventually you had to go through the Securitas at the cable car and there was a ticket office. It was also very busy in the beginning, a little further you have a better view and it is less crowded.Auto-translated”
A 6-hour group trip from Beijing to the **Badaling Great Wall**, plus Olympic Park stops, with an English guide and included entry.
“The visit was extremely good but the timing was wrong. Do not go in Summer as half of the chinese nation visit this Badaling site. If you decided to go in summer I recommend to visit the lower North Wall before the Badaling, it is lower end of course but it is still part of the wall and not a lot of tourist and people. I should go to this place. But our guide is really nice and spoke english very well.”
Skip the hassle and get entry to UNESCO Badaling Great Wall with exhibits, timed sessions, and clear options for walking or cable cars.
“Everything worked smoothly and I would definitely recommend it! Getting tickets in advance is almost impossible for foreigners but this option made it possible”
Private Beijing tour to Badaling Great Wall and Longqing Gorge, with hotel pickup, cable car, and a guided boat ride.
“From the beginning to the end this trip has been a blast! Especially with travelling with a baby. Sophie has been the best guide. She was very patient and super helpful she even helped us carrying the baby at some moments. At all times she explained us in perfect English the history of the places we visited. The 1st part was very natural and spiritual in the Chinese country side. (2h from Beijing center). Very peaceful and astonishing. 2nd part was just epic at the Great wall. She even chose a less crowded place so we could just enjoy at our pace. To finish this exhausting but perfect day the…”
