The Forbidden City Palaces are located within the Forbidden City complex. After entering through the main gate, you'll walk through the courtyards to reach the main palace halls.

Duration: 5-10 minutes

Exit the Forbidden City through the North Gate (Shenwumen), cross the street and enter Jingshan Park. This is a pleasant walk with great views of the Forbidden City from the hilltop.

Duration: 15-20 minutes

Taxi

If you're tired from walking, you can take a taxi from the Forbidden City exit to Jingshan Park entrance.

Duration: 5-10 minutes

Taxi

The most convenient way to reach the hutongs from Jingshan Park. Taxis are readily available near the park exits.

Duration: 10-15 minutes

Walk to Nanluoguxiang Station (Line 6) or Shichahai Station (Line 8). The hutongs are best explored on foot once you arrive.

Duration: 20-25 minutes

A scenic walk through traditional Beijing neighborhoods if you have the energy and want to experience the local atmosphere.

Duration: 30-40 minutes

The battlements are part of the Great Wall structure itself. You'll walk along the wall to explore different sections and watchtowers. Cable cars are available to reach higher sections.

Duration: Varies (1-3 hours)

Optional cable car ride to reach higher sections of the wall, saving energy for walking along the battlements.

Duration: 5-10 minutes

Free shuttle buses often operate between the Great Wall entrance and nearby restaurants/villages.

Duration: 10 minutes

A downhill walk from the Great Wall exit to the village area where restaurants are located.

Duration: 25-30 minutes

Taxi

Local taxis are available at the Great Wall parking area.

Duration: 5 minutes

Return transportation from Mutianyu to Beijing, with drop-off at Olympic Park area.

Duration: 1.5-2 hours

Take bus from Mutianyu to Dongzhimen, then transfer to subway Line 2 to Jishuitan, then Line 8 to Olympic Park.

Duration: 2.5-3 hours

The Temple of Heaven is located within the Temple of Heaven Park. After visiting the main temple structures, you can explore the surrounding park grounds.

Duration: 5-15 minutes

Take Line 5 from Tiantandongmen Station to Dongdan, transfer to Line 1 to Guomao, then transfer to Line 10 to Sanyuanqiao, and finally Line 14 to Wangjing South. From there, it's a short taxi ride to 798.

Duration: 45-50 minutes

Taxi

Direct taxi ride, which is more convenient but more expensive than public transportation.

Duration: 40-50 minutes

Take subway to Sanyuanqiao Station, then bus 403 to Dashanzi Lukou South Station, which is near 798 Art District.

Duration: 50-60 minutes