The Great Wall of China, China travel tips
Real traveler tips for The Great Wall of China in China: hostels, food, transport, hikes, activities, hidden gems, night life, social life and costs — shared by travelers who have actually been there.
Transport in The Great Wall of China
- charlieb: Is there a way to get to the Mutianyu section without using one of those pre-booked tourist buses? I'd rather just take a regular public bus if it's not too complicated.
Hikes in The Great Wall of China
- marco89: Did the hike from Jinshanling to Simatai yesterday and my legs are absolutely destroyed today but the views were insane. Hardly anyone else was even there.
Food in The Great Wall of China
- emily_98: Pack a lunch and plenty of water before you leave the city. Everything at the bottom of the Badaling section is overpriced and not actually that good.
Activities in The Great Wall of China
- joshw: The toboggan ride down from Mutianyu is a bit cheesy but honestly so much fun.
Costs in The Great Wall of China
- sophiek: Anyone know if student IDs from outside China are still accepted for the discount? Trying to save a bit where I can.
Hikes in The Great Wall of China, China
- marco89: Did the hike from Jinshanling to Simatai yesterday and my legs are absolutely destroyed today but the views were insane. Hardly anyone else was even there.