In Beijing, if Diaoyutai Gingko Passage is the most popular landmark of autumn and Ditan Park is the oldest spot to admire gingko leaves, and so the nicest scenery should be the gingko trees dotted in university campuses. If you think so, please visit Peking and Tsinghua Universities. Between the gaps of the antique and modern buildings are patches of golden gingko trees. It is a feel that feeds your imagination with a unique flavor.

Best time to visit: Late Oct. - Early Nov.

Admission: Free, but bring your ID card or passport with you.

Best places to admire gingko leaves in Tsinghua: Walk west at the intersection between the south-north passage and the east-west passage near the south gate, and you will see a passage full of gingko trees; in addition, you can visit the No. 5 students’ dormitory, where you find gingko leaves too.

To Tsinghua University: Take Bus No. 355支, 355, 375支, 375支区, 628, 749, 运通110 to the east gate of Tsinghua or Shuangqing Road, and walk about 3 minutes to the university (east gate); take Subway Line 13 to Wudaokou, and walk west for about 4 minutes to the east gate.

Best place to admire gingko leaves in Peking University: Near the west gate of Peaking University

To Peking University: Take Bus No. 运通106, 运通114, 332, 运通116, 333, 394, 718, 808 to the west gate of Peking University.

Warm reminder: Tsinghua and Peking Universities are not far away from each other, and those who want to see the golden leaves of the two campuses can visit them both.