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Beijing with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Beijing is fun for families, with wall toboggans, pandas and boats. Here is how to spend a family trip in the capital — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Great Wall toboggan
  2. 2Panda House
  3. 3Summer Palace boat
  4. 4Hutong rickshaw

Ride the wall toboggan

Take the cable car up and toboggan down Mutianyu.

Meet the pandas

See the giant pandas at the zoo.

Boat and rickshaw

Cruise the Summer Palace lake and ride a hutong rickshaw.

Beijing with kids — FAQ

Is Beijing good for kids?
Yes — the cable car and toboggan at Mutianyu, the giant pandas at the zoo, boat rides at the Summer Palace, and hutong rickshaw tours make Beijing fun and varied for children.
What are the best things to do in Beijing with children?
Top family picks are the Great Wall toboggan at Mutianyu, the Panda House, a Summer Palace boat ride, and a hutong rickshaw tour.
Is Beijing easy to visit with kids?
Yes — with private guided tours, hotel pickup and family-friendly sights, Beijing is manageable with children; allow extra time for the big distances between attractions.