Now that summer is in full flow in Beijing, why not take advantage of the good weather and head to the beach for a day of family fun? Often described as China’s most famous ocean resort, Beidaihe offers a long stretch of golden sand and sparkling waters. By day, you can play in the sand, swim in the sea and enjoy some of the sumptuous seafood options that the beach has to offer, and you can even carry on the fun into the evening as the beach area is lit up to ensure safe nighttime swimming. Just a short distance outside of Beijing, Beidaihe is the perfect getaway.
Getting there: Bus: Long-distance buses run directly to Beidaihe from the Lizeqiao and Bawangfen bus stations. In the high season there are direct buses from Beijing Railway Station every hour.
Train: Thirteen trains connect Beijing Railway Station and Beijing West Railway Station to Beidaihe every day from 0.28am to 8.54pm.
Car: Take Jingshen Expressway to Beidaihe exit. Approx 253 km
Train: Thirteen trains connect Beijing Railway Station and Beijing West Railway Station to Beidaihe every day from 0.28am to 8.54pm.
Car: Take Jingshen Expressway to Beidaihe exit. Approx 253 km
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