To meet the summer travel needs of the public, the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism has carefully selected 10 villages ideal for family trips, with the theme of "Fairytale Rural Adventures." Each of these villages has its unique features, such as fairytale farms, outdoor camping, and agricultural bases, allowing children to connect with nature and learn about the land beneath their feet. Cycling experiences, outdoor training camps help strengthen children physically while also building their resilience. Intangible cultural heritage experiences, folk culture activities, and reading clubs let children experience the charm of culture through various colorful activities.
This summer, take your family on an impromptu countryside walk to escape the summer heat.
Shixia Village
Yanqing District: Experience the Great Wall Culture
In the scorching summer, head to Shixia Village in Badaling Town, Yanqing District, and start a refreshing summer retreat. Walk through the historic Badaling Great Wall, and follow the valley paths southward to reach Shixia Village, surrounded by green mountains. Summer in Shixia Village is cool, scenic, and ecologically pleasant.
The "Stone Light Great Wall Summer Cool Season" event begins on July 1 and continues until August 31. During this time, you can experience:
· Barbecue and beer at countryside inns: Gather with family and friends to enjoy value-for-money barbecue and beer packages.
· Outdoor movies: Watch movies in the open-air cinema from 7:00 to 8:30 PM daily, reliving childhood memories in the summer breeze.
· Intangible cultural heritage crafts: Visit the "Village History Museum" to experience traditional crafts like paper-cutting and making mugwood sachets, and feel the charm of traditional culture.
· Weekend markets: Experience the fun of local markets, stroll with your kids from stall to stall, and discover the rural specialties of Shixia Village.
· Great Wall cultural reading club: Spend a leisurely afternoon at the Stone Light Great Wall Cultural Bookstore, join a reading club, and nurture your child's reading habits with free access to a variety of books.
· Park tour and check-ins: Engage your kids with activities like check-ins, treasure hunts, and stamp collection, sparking their interest and curiosity, so they learn while playing and grow through exploration.
Recommended food: Stone-Cooked Village Banquet. This local specialty is prepared using stones from Shixia Village, which are processed to keep the dishes warm and enhance their flavor. The signature dish is "Pulled Pork Face," with the meat falling off the bone, fatty yet not greasy.
Nearby rural accommodations: Shiguang Great Wall, Grade A. Located 30 meters west of the Shixia Village Committee, Badaling Town, Yanqing District, Beijing.
With so many fun activities and gourmet delicacies, come to Shixia Village for a cool and refreshing summer experience!
Gushan Village, Mentougou District: Experience Agricultural Culture
Gushan Village is located in Danli Village, Miaofengshan Town, Mentougou District, close to the renowned "Golden Tourist Route" of National Highway 109. Surrounded by mountains and water, this scenic spot is perfect for kids to experience the joy of rural life, agriculture, and nature. At the agricultural education base, children can see farming tools and scenes from different eras—plows, hoes, shovels, tractors, and bulldozers—over 100,000 farming tools that offer a feast for the eyes and an immersive experience of China's traditional agricultural culture.
In the agricultural experience base, children can enjoy pushing plows in the field, hoeing the ground, and watering with buckets. They learn the fun of planting, the mysteries of life, and the laws of nature, gaining an appreciation for the hard work involved in growing food and developing a respect for labor and the virtue of cherishing food.
Nearby rural accommodations:
Sanshi Shangting, Grade C. Located at C27, Yingtougou Village, Miaofengshan Town, Mentougou District, Beijing.
Jinghuayuan Miaofeng Residence, Grade C. Located at 4 Xijie, Shuiyuzui Village, Miaofengshan Town, Mentougou District, Beijing.
Lingxi Nuoya, Grade C. Located at 14-1 Lingjiao Village, Miaofengshan Town, Mentougou District, Beijing.
Miaofeng Mountain Residence, Grade C. Located at Jia 28, Jianggou Village, Miaofengshan Town, Mentougou District, Beijing.
In the midsummer Gushan Village, with babbling mountain springs, towering ancient trees, fresh air, birds chirping, and a cool, pleasant environment, come and experience it for yourself!
Wangjiamo Village, Fangshan District: Outdoor Camping
Summer is the perfect time to take your kids camping, so why not visit Wangjiamo Ecological Park in Wangjiamo Village, Dashizuo Town, Fangshan District? Situated by the banks of the Juma River, the park features a one-kilometer-long wooden promenade along the river. Take a walk along the river, admire the mountain views, or relax with family and friends, enjoying the evening breeze, stargazing, and barbecuing for a truly delightful experience.
In addition, the park offers fruit and vegetable picking, where you can enjoy freshly picked and grilled vegetables. There's also egg collecting, pebble painting, and stone grinding activities to enhance your child's hands-on abilities. Agricultural experiences and animal feeding add to the fun of parent-child interactions.
Recommended food: Dumpling Feast. A local specialty featuring colorful dumplings made on the spot, with a dumpling set meal that includes a variety of meat and vegetable dishes, ensuring a full range of flavors for a delightful dining experience.
Nearby rural accommodations:
Huali Mountain Residence, Grade A. Located at 21 Xiaobeipo, Sancha Village, Dashizuo Town, Fangshan District, Beijing.
Yunju Bieyuan, Grade B. Located at 38 Longtan Alley, Xizhuang Village, Dashizuo Town, Fangshan District, Beijing.
Qingyou Mountain Residence, Grade B. Located at Xizhuang Village, Dashizuo Town, Fangshan District, Beijing.
With tents nestled in the forest, children playing, and the sound of flowing water, all this will make you linger and enjoy the moment. Bring your kids to Wangjiamo Village for a relaxing getaway.
Shagudui Village, Tongzhou District: Fairytale Farm
Want to experience a farm like the ones in fairy tales this summer? Visit Caonv Sunshine Farm in Shagudui Village, Xiji Town, Tongzhou District. The farm is filled with cute wooden cabins and non-powered recreational facilities, making it feel like stepping into a fairytale world full of tranquility and harmony. The petting zoo features peacocks, turkeys, rabbits, Boer goats, and geese. The most popular resident is the Nigerian Dwarf Goat named Defu, who has even posed for fashion magazines with celebrities. Kids can play to their heart's content, connecting with nature and animals.
The farm offers a wide range of play facilities, including slides, trampolines, swings, and a mini children's playground, ensuring endless fun for kids. It's the perfect place for parents to take their children for a day of play.
Here, you can become the master of the land, plowing, planting, watering, and weeding. Then, during harvest season, enjoy the fruits of your labor, ensuring your family eats healthy, organic vegetables. Parents who love to let their children experience farming life shouldn't miss this!
Recommended food: Xiji Family Banquet. This local cuisine is a branch of Beijing's local dishes, combining high-quality local agricultural products with modern elements. You can enjoy this culinary delight at restaurants like Yueyang Family Banquet, Xiji Impression, and Tianlong Jiufu.
Nearby rural accommodations: Xianting·Xu Homestay, Grade B. Located 436 meters west of the Shagu Dui Village Committee, Xiji Town, Tongzhou District, Beijing.
Duo Ziyou Space Homestay, Grade B. Located 400 meters west of the Shagu Dui Village Committee, Xiji Town, Tongzhou District, Beijing.
Yijian Rugou Homestay, Grade B. Located 208 meters west of the Shagu Dui Village Committee, Xiji Town, Tongzhou District, Beijing.
Tianli Huajian, Grade B. Located at No. 232, Shagu Dui Village, Xiji Town, Tongzhou District, Beijing.
Xiangbei Homestay, Grade B. Located at No. 188, Shagu Dui Village, Xiji Town, Tongzhou District, Beijing.
Come to the "First Village of Cherries in the Suburbs of Beijing" and experience the ecological beauty of a peaceful countryside.
Hebei Village, Shunyi District: Folk Culture Experience
Still looking for a great summer spot to take the kids? Head to Hebei Village Folk Park in Nancai Town, Shunyi District, where you can explore a fun dinosaur park, a romantic pink volcano, and enjoy a grand summer folk culture night. On June 8, the starry night city in Hebei Village Folk Park officially opened, with activities continuing until August 31. The park uses various technological means to create a new artistic experience where light and shadow blend, and reality and illusion merge. One moment you're in a charming ancient city, and the next, you're transported to a mysterious dreamscape.
In the magical misty forest, mysterious lights penetrate the mist, and plants bathed in light grow in the fog, as if stepping into a fantastical world. In the Hundred Families Blessing Corridor, find your surname and explore the mysteries of the universe under a starry sky with vibrant nebulas. You can also enjoy the beauty of oil-paper umbrellas combined with modern fashion, thrilling acrobatics and stunts, and the Chinese intangible cultural heritage of Sichuan Opera face-changing, all featured in the starry night city.
If you get hungry, head to the "Starry Night Market" for some delicious food!
Nearby rural accommodations:
- Banshan Yaji - Hexue (Grade A)
No. 6, Beisixiang, Liuzhuanghu Village, Longwantun Town, Shunyi District, Beijing
- Banshan Yaji - Tingyu (Grade B)
No. 1, Dongsi Street, Liuzhuanghu Village, Longwantun Town, Shunyi District, Beijing
- Banshan Yaji - Fuxuan (Grade B)
No. 4, Xilu, Liuzhuanghu Village, Longwantun Town, Shunyi District, Beijing
- Banshan Yaji - Nianxiang (Grade B)
No. 12, Xilu Yi, Liuzhuanghu Village, Longwantun Town, Shunyi District, Beijing
- Banshan Yaji - Banshan (Grade B)
No. 12, Xilu Jia, Liuzhuanghu Village, Longwantun Town, Shunyi District, Beijing
Filled with folk charm, the starry sky market, spectacular entertainment shows, and mouthwatering food... Feeling tempted? Bring your kids for a romantic summer!Longtou Village, Daxing District: Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience
In midsummer, come to Longtou Village, Lixian Town, Daxing District, to experience the intangible cultural heritage of making Crispy noodles. Not only can you escape the heat, but you can also strengthen parent-child relationships. Crispy noodles, also known as "hua hobo," are treasures of China's traditional flour culture, featuring vibrant colors and diverse shapes, each carrying rich folk meanings.
In Longtou Village, you can immerse yourself in the experience with your children, grinding flour with a stone mill and making flower buns. Small dough pieces are pinched, rolled, kneaded, and lifted, then cleverly cut, shaped, and carved with a small bamboo knife, turning into unique artworks.
If you want more, you can visit the lantern-making base, where you can observe the lantern-making process and experience traditional crafts with your children.Nearby rural accommodations:
- Longjing Huazhou (Grade C)
No. 4 Longfeng Alley, Longtou Village, Lixian Town, Daxing District, Beijing
Bring your kids to Longtou Village, take a stroll through the ancient streets, and feel the tranquility and beauty far from the hustle and bustle.Xiayuan Village, Changping District: Cycling Experience
What kind of chemistry occurs when art meets the countryside? Step into Xiayuan Village in Xingshou Town, Changping District, and you’ll find the answer! Since the 1990s, Xiayuan Village has attracted artists with its beautiful scenery, and now it offers not only painting but also cycling art markets, exhibitions, and other activities.
Bring your kids here during the summer, and they can experience both the charm of art and the joy of cycling! Cycling not only strengthens the body but also cleanses the soul. The beautiful scenery along the way will leave the kids feeling refreshed, the determination needed to climb hills will strengthen their perseverance, and the celebration after completing the route will give them a sense of achievement.
Nestled at the foot of the tranquil Dayang Mountain, the Happy Cycling Base is surrounded by green mountains and clear waters, and offers one-stop cycling services with the support of professional coaches. Three cycling routes of varying intensity await your experience:
**Route 1: Short Distance Tour**
Xiayuan Village — Via Shangyuan Village — Qinbei Road — Baoyuquan Village Road Entrance South of the Irrigation Canal — Kenong Seedling Base — Guiyun Villa — Xingshou Industrial Park Road — Jiuqinbei Road — Xiayuan Village
Distance: 6.5 km
Elevation Gain: 16 m
**Route 2: Leisure Entertainment Route**
Xiayuan Village — Via Huaichang Road — Xingshou Orchard, Strawberry Base — Return to Xiayuan Village
Distance: 16 km
Elevation Gain: 46 m
**Route 3: Premium Cycling Route**
Route A: Xiayuan Village — Jingzhi Lake — Yanshou — Dayang Mountain — Return to Xiayuan Village
Route B: Xiayuan Village — Jingzhi Lake — Yanshou — Dayang Mountain — Baihe Village — Return to Xiayuan Village
Distance: 35-42 km
Elevation Gain: 350-460 m
Nearby rural accommodations:
- Kanpu Space Courtyard (Grade B)
No. 35, Xiayuan Village, Xingshou Town, Changping District, Beijing
This summer, come to the Happy Cycling Base and embark on a cycling journey to appreciate the beauty of nature.Dongfang Gezhuang Village, Pinggu District: Outdoor Training Camp
Looking to give your kids some physical training this summer? The National Youth Outdoor Sports Camp in Dongfang Gezhuang Village, Yukou Town, Pinggu District, is the perfect choice. Backed by the Yanshan Mountains, the camp boasts vast ecological public forests and nearly 10,000 acres of outdoor training grounds. Through activities like hiking, mountaineering, and orienteering, children can enhance their physical fitness, improve coordination and endurance, and learn basic outdoor survival skills like pitching tents and using a compass, laying a solid foundation for their future growth.
There are also facilities for regular sports activities such as football, basketball, American football, table tennis, and badminton, allowing children to thrive in physical training.
Nearby Rural Accommodations:
- Qingnang Courtyard (Grade B)
No. 5, Dongfang Gezhuang Dajie(St), Yukou Town, Pinggu District, Beijing
The perfect venue and activities are waiting for you!Lianhuachi Village, Huairou District: Children's Playground
What must you do in summer? Of course, it’s playing in the water! Come to HiMaMa Parent-Child Manor in Lianhuachi Village, Yanqi Town, Huairou District, where mountain spring water flows through the entire park. A stream runs 24 hours a day beside the Hobbit House, offering thrilling water gun battles and the freedom to explore Archimedes’ water systems, letting children fully enjoy the coolness of water play.
The manor is nestled in lush forests, with all facilities and services designed around the “child-friendly” concept. Rich, non-powered children’s play facilities, sandpits & trampolines, forest telephones, a 40-meter-long mountain slide, a tire suspension bridge over a river, outdoor giant seesaws, and multi-directional swings provide a space for children to release their nature and grow through play.
In addition, HiMaMa Parent-Child Manor boasts a unique forest library with thousands of non-fiction original picture books for parent-child reading. Daily parent-child activities such as making slingshots, dyeing fabrics, pottery, and various children’s crafts are also held.
Recommended Food: Double-fish Banquet
The double-fish Banquet uses rainbow trout and sturgeon as ingredients, offering various flavors such as savory and spicy, complementing each other perfectly.
Nearby Rural Accommodations:
- Jieqi Shanfang·Lianhua Mountain (Grade A)
No. 26, Lianhuachi Village, Yanqi Town, Huairou District, Beijing
- Lianshi Shanfang (Grade B)
No. 124, Lianhuachi Village, Yanqi Town, Huairou District, Beijing
- Mushe (Grade B)
No. 69, Lianhuachi Village, Yanqi Town, Huairou District, Beijing
- Yiwen Yuan (Grade B)
No. 150, Lianhuachi Village, Yanqi Town, Huairou District, Beijing
- Wenquan Yipinshu (Grade B)
No. 37-2, Lianhuachi Village, Yanqi Town, Huairou District, Beijing
- Qixi Li Homestay (Grade B)
No. 41, Lianhuachi Village, Yanqi Town, Huairou District, Beijing
Come to HiMaMa Parent-Child Manor and create unique summer memories with your children.Jinpuluo Village, Miyun District: Farm Summer Camp
Jinpuluo Village in Xiwengzhuang Town, Miyun District, is nestled against the Miyun Reservoir, offering an ecological environment comparable to a natural oxygen bar. For a summer vacation with kids, Jinpuluo Village provides one-stop play without leaving the village. The Birds and Insects Farm in the village is full of fun, with trees and flowers growing in tiers and small animals like chickens, ducks, geese, and rabbits roaming freely. At dusk, you can enjoy the beautiful sight of “sunset over the mountains” and “birds returning together.”
In July, the farm will host two sessions of summer camp activities, allowing children to share simple joys and have a fulfilling summer. Activities include stream splashing, mountain hiking, fishing, and shrimp catching, where children can challenge themselves while connecting with nature. Making soy milk and tofu, baking pizza in a kiln—children experience the joy of labor as they prepare food with their hands. Playing in the mud, water gun fights, and a countryside train ride give children the freedom to express themselves and grow through play. The five-day farm summer camp lets children grow and enjoy happiness in a blend of laughter and sweat.
Recommended Food: Millet Packaged Rice
Millet Packaged Rice, also known as Tribute Rice Packaged Rice, is made from fresh organic millet from golden alcohol cup, cooked, and wrapped in tender leaves, then paired with various flavorful seasonings, combining taste and nutrition.
Nearby Rural Accommodations:
- Old Friends Season (Grade A)
No. 46, Jinpuluo Village, Xiwengzhuang Town, Miyun District, Beijing
With so many activities waiting for you, come and experience it! Don’t just be tempted—take action and plan a beautiful rural tour with your children this summer.
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