Are you ready and raring for the Chinese New Year holiday yet? Thanks to the advent of online learning I know I am! From the prettiest lantern decorations to lion dance performances, here’s a list of places within Beijing that will bring some CNY cheer to you and your family this year.
Beijing Expo Park 北京世园公园
Located in Changying District about two hours drive from the heart of Beijing, this huge park is definitely worth a day trip. Not only will you spend the better part of the day admiring beautifully manicured hedges and grounds, you can also see amazing examples of Chinese architecture and artistic sculptures. There’s also a big patch of snow and ice for skating and playing with. But the cherry on top is definitely the CNY touch in their lovely lanterns that light up the night! Admission is only RMB 20 but prepare to pay for additional exhibits and activities.
Address:
West of S220 Provincial Highway in Yanqing District, Beijing
北京市延庆区S220省道西边
Contact: 82209825, 68866967
Joy Breeze Mall 大兴大悦春风里
It’ll take you less than an hour to drive over to this mall in Daxing District, and the photos will be well worth it! These brightly colored CNY lanterns are way better in the dark so hang around till dusk for the best shots. There are also more photo opportunities at the indoor CNY exhibition, plus some CNY shopping promotions if you’re hankering for a bit of spending. While you’re there, you can also check out the Kidsteam indoor playground which is known for its cleanliness and manual-powered train! CNY exhibition on from now until Feb 28.
Address:
No. 38, Huangcun Dong Dajie, Daxing District
北京市大兴区黄村东大街38号
Universal Studios Beijing
There’s no denying that Universal Studios Beijing has brought our entertainment expectations to a new high. This Lunar New Year, their spectacular Christmas tree in Hollywood Boulevard has been replaced with the Peach Tree of Heavenly Wisdom, the perfect place to make some new year wishes. Look out for their CNY lanterns and other decorations around the park as you enjoy lion dance performances and special celebrity appearances by Tigress from Kung Fu Panda, an apt character to usher in the Year of the Tiger! There are plenty of CNY promotions to check out on their mini-program or app as well.
Another worthwhile day trip for lanterns and ice sculptures would be Longqing Gorge. Or if you just want something a little closer to home, you can pop over to Solana Mall in Chaoyang District to check out their Winter Olympics-themed lantern decorations, which are fun in the day and even better at night.
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Images: Universal Studios Beijing, Dianping
