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Weekend Getaways in Beijing Suburbs | Come and experience Beijing's 'Zootopia'

2025-09-18

This autumn, do you want to have a fun and delicious weekend getaways in Beijing suburbs?

A two-day relaxed itinerary that perfectly combines nature exploration, memories of old brands, and countryside picking. Whether it's getting close to animals with your children or exploring the flavors of Beijing with friends, this two-day tour route in Daxing can bring rich and unforgettable experiences.

DAY-1

Theme bus takes you to explore Beijing Wildlife Park

Beijing Wildlife Park raises rare wild animals from all over the world. It is a national 4A-level scenic spot that integrates wild animal breeding, scientific research, popular science education, and leisure tourism. It is known as Beijing's "Zootopia," a must-visit on weekends.

With the clear autumn sky, it is a good time for family outings and gatherings with friends. Let's step into this "natural classroom in the city" and embark on a wonderful journey into the world of animals!

Direct theme bus

The immersive mobile experience created by Beijing Wildlife Park - the Beijing Wildlife Park theme bus "Tour No. 19" is here!

The bus shuttles between Songjiazhuang Hub Station and Beijing Wildlife Park. With the name "Animal-themed Shuttle Bus," the bus is decorated with cute animal dolls. They sway with the movement of the bus during the journey, adding a touch of fun!

Beijing Wildlife Park Theme Bus - Tour No. 19

1) Service mode: Reservation required, departs with a minimum of 20 people

2) Bus schedule: Two departures in the morning from Songjiazhuang Hub Station, and two departures in the afternoon from Beijing Wildlife Park (operating by appointment only on holidays)

3) Station setup: Direct route from Songjiazhuang Hub Station

4) Operating hours: 8:00 am, 8:30 am; 3:30 pm, 4:00 pm

5) Ticket system and price: Single ticket cash price 20 RMB, card/mobile payment 12 RMB/person

Reservation process: Call 96-10-67699371 to make a reservation (Monday to Friday, 9:00-17:00)

Best time to visit

In early autumn, the animals at Beijing Wildlife Park quietly switch to "autumn active mode". They bounce and play, especially lively and cute, as if welcoming this gentle and pleasant season with full of vitality and enthusiasm.

In the South and North walking tour areas, you can see the stable mood of capybaras, the cute and silly red pandas, the enthusiastic ring-tailed lemurs from the Madagascar jungle, the gentle and lively deer...

In the self-driving tour area, you can drive or take the park's small train, meandering through forests and mountains, enjoying the natural poses of animals and the beauty of the park's scenery.

When you come to the predator experience area and ride on the predator sightseeing car, you can observe these "kings of nature" up close within a safe range, experiencing the thrilling sensation of an accelerated heartbeat. This is not only an unforgettable adventure journey, but also a vivid and interesting natural classroom.

This weekend, come and experience a one-click direct wildlife adventure with your friends and family!

Address: Beijing Wildlife Park

Food Recommendations

After interacting with the cute and interesting animals, don't forget to replenish your energy and savor delicious food!

Keyi Restaurant

Located at the intersection of the North and South walking tour lines in the blue town, it can be a stopover point on your journey, Keyi Restaurant is waiting for visitors to arrive here.

Keyi Restaurant offers classic Western cuisine, each dish is carefully prepared by an experienced team of chefs. Whether you prefer steaks, pasta, pizza, or salads, it can satisfy your taste buds.

Address: Keyi Restaurant

Guanhu Restaurant

After trying Western cuisine, there are delicious stir-fries waiting for visitors within the park. Guanhu Restaurant is located on the south side of the giraffe exhibition area in the North walking area, specializing in high-quality Chinese stir-fries.

The restaurant's design style is like a small wooden house in a fairy tale, warm and romantic. It offers popular dishes from all over the country, making it a great place to replenish energy and relax.

Address: Guanhu Restaurant

Accommodation Recommendation

Grand MetroPark Conference Center

Grand MetroPark Conference Center is a large conference center that integrates accommodation, dining, conferences, leisure hot springs, and tourism leisure. It not only offers comfortable conditions and a variety of room types but is also suitable for families to stay together.

Address: Grand MetroPark Conference Center

Hotel Kapok Beijing Daxing International Airport

The interior design of Hotel Kapok Beijing Daxing International Airport is based on creating a traveler's study room for Eastern literati. It blends traditional aesthetics with modern design concepts, aiming for convenient air travel and hotel cultural creativity. With a focus on cultural and creative retail, it creates a space with a strong sense of aesthetics and design, providing guests with a one-stop cultural experience community.

Address: Hotel Kapok Beijing Daxing International Airport

JI Hotel

The hotel is located near Beijing Wildlife Park, with convenient transportation. The restaurant offers a buffet breakfast in a combination of Chinese and Western styles, the rooms are bright and comfortable, and the service is thoughtful and meticulous, providing you with a warm home during your travels.

Address: JI Hotel (Beijing Daxing International Airport Wildlife Park Branch)

DAY-2

Arctic Ocean Culture Park - Grape Picking in Caiyu

Visit the Arctic Ocean Culture Park to relive the old Beijing taste of soda and bread; head to the grape vineyards in Caiyu to experience the fun of picking grapes under the grapevines. The variety of grapes in different vineyards is overwhelming, with sweetness and freshness on the tip of the tongue.

Arctic Ocean Culture Park

The Arctic Ocean Culture Park is a comprehensive park that combines sightseeing experiences, brand displays, and cultural leisure activities. Here, not only can you relive memories of old Beijing from the 80s and 90s, but also through hands-on DIY activities, visitors can learn about the food industry and experience the charm of industrial cultural tourism.

The park features a children's playground, beach, lawn, garden lake, slides, Yili Western restaurant, and a retro old street area specially designed for visitors. Whether you want to revisit childhood memories or introduce your children to traditional cultural brands, you can find unique enjoyment for everyone here.

Of course, the highlight of visiting the Arctic Ocean Culture Park is the experience of DIY Arctic Ocean, bread, and cake. Put on an employee apron, follow the guidance of the staff, and personally mix your own Beibingyang soda, creating a sense of ceremony.

Additionally, you can visit the century-old brand history and culture corridor, enterprise development honors room, Beibingyang soda production line, and be accompanied by professional staff throughout the tour, providing hands-on and enjoyable experiences.

Whether you want to relive childhood memories or enjoy hands-on fun with your children, you can have a fulfilling experience here. DIY, check-ins, tasting, and photography - come and experience the "old taste reborn" of Beijing in one stop!

Address: Arctic Ocean Culture Park [Beixing Lu (Rd) Branch]

Grape Picking in Caiyu

In early autumn, the air is filled with a sweet fragrance, the taste of ripe grapes. If you are looking for a place to enjoy the fun of picking grapes and taste delicious grapes, Caiyu, known as the "Turpan of South Beijing," is definitely the best choice.

Now is the sweetest time for grape picking in Caiyu. Walk into Caiyu, pick those clusters of sweet fruits hanging from the branches by yourself, and savor a unique flavor.

The grape varieties planted in the Xishan Grape Ecological Picking Garden include more than 30 varieties such as Summer Black, Gold Finger, Sunshine Rose, Fragrant, Drunk Gold, Red Balado, Black Sweet Beet, Ruidu Red Jade, Ruidu Fragrant Jade, Tiangong Ink Jade, and Tiangong Beautiful Woman.

The Songtao Grape Picking Garden covers an area of 30 acres, with 15 acres dedicated to greenhouses planting premium grape varieties such as Yubo No. 2, Yubo No. 8; outdoor planting includes Summer Black, Giant Rose, and other varieties.

In addition, there are more grape vineyards waiting for you to explore here.

Picking grapes while having fun, endless joy.

Strolling through the park, the intertwining of purple and green under the grape trellises fills the air with the fragrance of fruits.

Whether you want to experience rural fun with your family or invite friends to take photos, you can harvest full autumn joy here.

Address: Caiyu

Food Recommendations

Perhaps you have already tasted the refreshing Arctic Ocean, the soft bread, and the sweet grapes, but the cuisine in Daxing is far more than that.

Yanze Homestyle Cuisine

Yanze Homestyle Cuisine inherits a hundred-year-old recipe, selects ingredients carefully, and is meticulously prepared by a chef with over 30 years of experience. Signature dishes like stinky mandarin fish, pork belly, garlic-braised intestines, and fried mushrooms have won numerous fans.

The spacious courtyard-style dining environment allows visitors to enjoy delicious food in a pleasant setting.

Address: Yanze Homestyle Cuisine, Kade MALL (Daxing Store)

CapitaLand MALL (Daxing)

Here, you can find a variety of popular restaurants and specialty snacks, authentic and delicious fried sauce noodles, fragrant barbecue, exquisite exotic cuisine, as well as desserts and drinks that will make you fall in love at first taste. With a dazzling array of options, you can choose freely.

Whether you are traveling with your family or friends, you can easily find a satisfying table here.

Address: CapitaLand MALL (Daxing)

A two-day journey that combines the wild world of animals with memories of old flavors and the joy of autumn harvest. Quickly gather your family and friends for a weekend getaways in Beijing suburbs!

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