“He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man.” After climbing the Great Wall multiple times, here are some tips for you to keep in mind.
1️⃣ Booking tickets🎫
Buy tickets🎟️ on the “Badaling Great Wall” WeChat public account for 40 yuan per person for adults and 20 yuan per person for students.
2️⃣ Transportation🚘
1. High-speed train🚄: Qinghe - Badaling Great Wall, fare 20 yuan, takes about 30 minutes. This is the most time-saving and effortless way to travel. (High-speed train is recommended)
2. Public bus🚌: Take bus 877 from Deshengmen Station to Badaling Great Wall, fare 6 yuan, takes about 90 minutes, and you may not find a seat. So, high-speed train travel is still recommended.
3️⃣ Luggage storage🛅
Free storage is available at the entrance security checkpoint. You can lighten your load and carry fewer things when climbing the Great Wall.
4️⃣ Great Wall route🏃♂️
The Great Wall has 12 sections in the north and 7 sections in the south. The south is relatively gentle (suitable for those with average stamina), while the north is more strenuous. The “Hero Stone” is in the north, and the “Hero Monument” is in the south, where you can take photos and check in.
Ways to climb the Great Wall:
1. Hiking, follow the signs and climb up the Great Wall, and those who are physically fit can try this route.
2. Take the cable car🚡: One-way fare is 100 yuan per person and round-trip is 140 yuan per person. You can buy a one-way ticket to go up and pay an extra 40 yuan in the order if you want to take the cable car back.
3. Take the slide: The slide ticket price is 80 yuan per person.
We recommend taking the cable car up the mountain and trekking back down. It is not too tiring, but you can still experience the fun of climbing the Great Wall.
Route recommendation: Take the north route cable car up the mountain➡️ North Tower 8 (highest point) ➡️ Walk down and visit South Tower 1 (Hero Monument) ➡️ Badaling Cultural Street (many cultural and creative products) ➡️ Great Wall Museum (closed on Mondays) - don't miss out.
You can take a bus or the high-speed train back down the mountain. 🌟🌟
5️⃣ Tips🔔
Bring your ID card🪪
1. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
2. Use sunscreen as it can get really sunny like the sun is shining directly on your head.
3. Bring water and some energy replenishing food. Snacks are available on the Great Wall, but they are far apart, so it's safer to prepare your own supplies.
