Beijing's ice and snow feast is a symphony of the ancient capital's heritage and Olympic spirit. The Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism deeply explores ice and snow tourism resources and carefully plans themed cultural tourism routes for Beijing's ice and snow culture. From the technological fun of ice and snow parks to the joyful warmth of family-friendly ski resorts; from the dazzling fantasy of Chinese Style ice sculptures to the Beijing-flavored songs at natural ice rinks... we invite you to explore the unique charm of the icy and snowy world.
Route 1 Urban Wandering Tour
Itinerary Points
Beihai Park (Beihai Lotus Flower Hu (Lake) Ice Rink), Lotus Market (Shichahai Ice Rink), Bell and Drum Towers · Huangwa Temple of Wealth, The Guan: Beijing Central Axis Local Culture Museum
Route Features
Dash into Shichahai Ice Rink: Show off your "ice drifting skills" on this century-old imperial ice surface—every snap against the red walls and blue tiles is an atmospheric blockbuster! Then amble to Beihai Park Lotus Flower Hu (Lake) Ice Rink: Experience the ice-cart version of "Speed and Passion" at the real-life location of 'Let's Sway Twin Oars'. Climb the Bell and Drum Towers to overlook the Central Axis snowscape—it's so stunning you'll be lost for words! Pop into The Guan: Beijing Central Axis Local Culture Museum to unlock hidden gameplay: Use AR technology to "high-five" the ice-and-snow Forbidden City remotely. Wrap up the perfect day with a luck boost at the Huangwa God of Wealth Temple!
Recommended Check-in Spots
Yandai Xiejie (Alley), Bus Route 107, Snail & Family Bistro (Jiaodaokou Branch), Yaoji Chaogan Restaurant (Gulou Branch)
Recommended Accommodation
CitiGO Hotel (Nanluoguxiang, Beijing)
Route 2 'Legacy of Dual Olympics' Dynamic Fun Tour
Itinerary Points
Beijing Olympic Museum, National Stadium ("Bird's Nest Happy Ice & Snow Season"), National Aquatics Center ("Ice Cube"), Olympic Forest Park (Snowscape)
Route Features
Kick off at the Beijing Olympic Museum—immerse yourself in iconic Winter Olympics moments, with medals and competition gear on display, setting the tone for a nostalgic snow adventure! The Happy Ice & Snow Season at Bird's Nest is your ultimate playground—zoom down snow slides, drift on ice, or commandeer snow tanks, all within the legendary Olympic venue! Next door, the Ice Cube transforms into a winter wonderland, offering the same pristine ice used in the Games—perfect for skating and curling. Wrap up with serene snowscapes at Olympic Forest Park, strolling through frosty woods, building snowmen, and snapping enchanting winter photos.
Recommended Check-in Spots
Beijing Gift (Bird's Nest Flagship Store) and Beijing Olympic City Jie (Street)
Recommended Accommodation
V-Continent Beijing Parkview Wuzhou Hotel
Route 3 Winter Warmth & Hot Spring Getaway
Itinerary Points
Beijing Nangong Tourist Scenic Area (Nangong Ethnic Hot Spring Health Garden), Beijing Auto Museum, Garden of World's Flowers (Tropical Botanical Pavilion), Nanyuan Forest Wetland Park (Greenway)
Route Features
At Nanyuan Forest Wetland Park, stroll along the snow-draped greenway! Every snapshot turns into a dreamy winter forest portrait. MAX healing vibes!
Step into the Tropical Botanical Pavilion at Garden of World's Flowers—where lush rainforests defy the icy outdoors! This "fire and ice" contrast hits right in the Chinese soul.
The Beijing Auto Museum hides winter surprises—maybe a snow-themed exhibition or interactive winter driving tech. A cool blend of frosty vibes & futuristic fun!
End your day at Nangong Ethnic Hot Spring Health Garden—soak in steamy waters as snowflakes kiss your shoulders. Who else lives for this divine combo of hot springs & snowy views?
Recommended Check-in Spots
Yanjing Terrace and Tongyuanshe Forest Bookstore
Recommended Accommodation
Nangong Hot Spring Health Hotel
Route 4 Culture & Sports Adventure
Itinerary Points
Biohyalux Arena · On-Ice Center (Winter sports events & concerts), Shougang Park (Winter sports & leisure greenway), Moshikou Historical and Cultural Block (China Quaternary Glacial Vestige Exhibition Hall)
Route Features
Biohyalux Arena · On-Ice Center – Catch high-energy ice sports live, then glide on the same rink! Cap it off with a snow-themed concert—double the thrill with ice action + live beats!
Shougang Park – A must-lock bucket list spot! Industrial grit meets pure snow magic—stroll the cinematic greenway, spot elite winter athletes, and snap ultra-cool snowy steel vibes.
Moshikou Historical and Cultural Block – Unearth ice age secrets at the Glacial Relics Hall! Touch ancient frozen history and dive into billion-year ice sagas—geeky fun that doesn't skimp on cool.
Recommended Check-in Spots
Yijiu Noodle Restaurant (Shougang Branch), Yongdinghe Market, Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts Museum, Fahai Temple Zhagaowang (Moshikou Street Branch)
Recommended Accommodation
Shangri-La Shougang Park, Beijing
Route 5 Ancient Villages Exploration West of Beijing
Itinerary Points
Liuli Star Valley, Shenquan Gorge Scenic Area (Ice Falls), Ancient Jingxi Path (Wangping Town Section), Cuandixia Scenic Village
Route Features
Liuli Star Valley – After snowfall, the valley transforms into a fairytale wonderland. Strolling through its snow-covered paths feels like walking through a soft-lit fantasy, offering ultimate relaxation!
Shenquan Gorge Scenic Area Ice Falls – Towering ice pillars cascade like crystal curtains, creating an epic frozen spectacle. Step onto the icy trails, touch shimmering icicles, and snap cinematic photos—as if stepping into an ice-and-snow wuxia realm!
Ancient Jingxi Path (Wangping Town Section) – Snow-dusted stone steps unfold along this millennium-old trail, blending historic grandeur with pure-white snowscapes—timeless beauty perfected!
Cuandixia Cun – Snow blankets its blue-brick courtyards, turning the ancient settlement into a living ink painting. Wander its tranquil lanes and savor winter's quiet magic.
Recommended Check-in Spots
Shenquan Gorge Forest Train and Cuanlai Cuanwang Cultural Creative Shop
Recommended Accommodation
Cuanshe Boutique Hostel
Route 6 Ice and Snow Journey
Itinerary Points
Qiaobo Ice & Snow World, Shunyi Olympic Rowing Canoeing Park Fitness Trail, Kommon
Route Features
This route centers on winter ice and snow experiences: Kommon creates a limited ice and snow atmosphere, combining snow-themed cultural and creative products, icy handmade crafts, and warm drinks, blending trendy coolness with a lively vibe; the Shunyi Olympic Rowing Canoeing Park fitness trail is covered in post-snow silver-white scenery, with the frozen lake surface like a mirror, offering a soothing and relaxing snow-walking experience; Qiaobo Ice & Snow World is a constant-temperature snow venue, featuring gentle slopes (beginner-friendly) and professional coaching, where advanced players can enjoy fun activities such as snow tubing and snow banana boats, combining excitement and stress relief.
Recommended Check-in Spot
Niulanshan Distillery Cultural Park
Recommended Accommodation
Qiaobo International Conference Center
Point Introductions
Kommon is an artistic market transformed from an old granary, with red brick buildings and art installations perfect for check-ins; winter features intangible cultural heritage sugar painting, freshly baked pears, and other warming projects, with handmade cultural and creative surprises hidden throughout. Visitors can receive Shunyi-themed postcards while exploring and tasting.
The Shunyi Olympic Rowing Canoeing Park fitness trail, transformed from the original Olympic venue into an ice and snow park, offers experiences such as ice carts, snow tubing, and a 120-meter snow slide; the lakeside trail is quiet and uncrowded, providing a scene that is both fun and tranquil for snow trekking and ice viewing.
Qiaobo Ice & Snow World’s constant-temperature snow field suits all ages, with gentle beginner slopes and a children’s snow play area; after skiing, visitors can enjoy a jade stone bath or head to the scenic bar for a drink, combining leisure and sport (business hours subject to official website).
Route 7 Family Fun Trip
Itinerary Points
Hot Spring Leisure City, Xiyu Oak Valley Wooden Boardwalk, Xinzhuang Art Village, The Hu Ski Resort (The Hu Resort)
Route Features
This route centers on family fun, combining warm springs, hiking, art, and skiing experiences: Hot Spring Leisure City offers a contrasting experience of "outdoor icy snowfields + indoor warm springs," allowing you to soak while enjoying the snow, healing winter fatigue; the Xiyu Oak Valley wooden boardwalk is like a silver carpet after snow, making hiking feel like being in a Nordic secret realm, with a strong artistic atmosphere; Xinzhuang Art Village blends ice and snow with art, gathering trendy coffee shops and creative boutiques, making it a hotspot for stylish photos; The Hu Ski Resort caters to players of all levels, with gentle slopes lowering the threshold for beginners, and fun snow ring activities that relieve stress. Surrounded by mountains and forests, skiing here feels like traveling through a snowy painting.
Recommended Check-in Spots:
Strawberry Expo Park, Xinzhuang Park
Recommended Accommodation:
Beijing The Hu Resort Hotel
Point Introductions
Hot Spring Leisure City focuses on snowy landscapes: private hot spring experiences with bamboo-fenced courtyard pools that offer a romantic feel; the scene of steam mingling with snowflakes is perfect for relaxation; carbonated springs soothe muscles after skiing, and the starry sky pools provide an immersive experience of stargazing.
Xiyu Oak Valley Wooden Boardwalk: features hiking through ancient forests after snow, with the boardwalk weaving among 400-year-old trees; pavilions and viewing platforms overlook the snow-covered valley; the mid-mountain book café with floor-to-ceiling windows is perfect for snow viewing and resting, combining oxygen intake with healing properties.
Xinzhuang Art Village: a winter artistic secret realm, with a maker street housing intangible cultural heritage handmade markets; the Rainbow Coffee House’s floor-to-ceiling windows reflect snowy scenes, graffiti walls paired with bare branches create highly photogenic spots, and after wandering, you can enjoy warm drinks to warm up.
The Hu Ski Resort: highly suitable for family skiing, featuring a "Doll Slope" to meet the needs of young children, with abundant fun snow play activities; after skiing, you can experience the Shiyong Spring hot springs, and staying at the hotel allows access to private hot springs, achieving a one-stop "skiing + relaxation" experience.
Route 8 Suburb Check-in Tour
Itinerary Points
Baihe City Forest Park Greenway, Yunfoshan Ski Resort, Beijing WTown (including hot springs and Simatai Great Wall)
Route Features
This route centers on "Light and Shadow Snow Charm," combining snow scenery check-ins, skiing for stress relief, and Chinese Style leisure: After snowfall, the Baihe City Forest Park Greenway is wrapped in silver, the lake surface freezes with a clear glow, allowing you to easily capture stunning unfiltered photos; Yunfoshan Ski Resort offers slopes ranging from gentle beginner trails to advanced steep runs, making skiing both fun and stress-relieving; Beijing WTown is covered with snow on its green tiles and white walls, red lanterns reflect on the snow, and the Simatai Great Wall is frosted in silver, highlighting a strong Chinese Style romantic atmosphere. At the same time, you can enjoy the comfort of "warm springs melting the snow," soaking in hot springs while admiring the snowy ancient town scenery.
Recommended Check-in Spots
Bulaotun Observatory, Cat’s Home Fish Restaurant
Recommended Accommodation
Beijing WTown Hotspring Resort
Route 9 Leisure and Relaxation Tour
Itinerary Points
Beijing Huaibei International Ski Resort, Yanqihu Demonstration Area Loop Greenway, Banli Cun, Mutianyu Great Wall
Route Features
Beijing Huaibei International Ski Resort offers exhilarating slopes with significant elevation drops; beginners can enjoy smooth and gentle snow areas, while advanced players can unlock steep slopes for thrilling rides, igniting winter passion. The Yanqihu Demonstration Area loop greenway hides icy snow romance, with the frozen lake shimmering like scattered silver, and the silver-lined trail winding along the lakeside. Walking on the snow while breathing in the crisp air brings healing and relaxation. Banli Cun exudes a cozy winter atmosphere, with hot roasted chestnuts paired with snowy scenery, combining warm flavors with icy coldness—both homely charm and romance are present! On the Mutianyu Great Wall, snow covers the bricks like a silver dragon lying in the snow. Walking on the snow-covered wall and overlooking the snowy mountains creates perfect photo opportunities of the Great Wall in winter, making your social media posts the ultimate visual highlight.
Recommended Check-in Spots
Qinran Dashan Coffee
His & Hers Farm Coffee
Recommended Accommodation
Yanqi Hotel
Brickyard Villa
Route 10 Lantern Viewing Tour
Itinerary Points
Yanqing Olympic Park, Yongning Ancient City, Dashan Tourism and Leisure Greenway
Route Features
Yanqing Olympic Park features the "National Alpine Skiing Centre," the longest snow track in the country, with top-level slopes. The Olympic Village-style downhill training track and popular snow tube rides take turns operating. Visitors can also watch high-level competitions such as the Steel Frame Bobsleigh Intercontinental Cup and cheer for the Chinese team on-site! Yongning Ancient City unlocks a snow-themed cultural and creative market, where red walls and white snow highlight intangible cultural heritage crafts, warm traditional rice cakes, and dried tofu, with folk performances blending with the lively atmosphere. Dashan Tourism and Leisure Greenway offers hiking where you can hear the rustling of accumulated snow, enjoy distant snowy mountain views, and immerse yourself in oxygen-rich relaxation.
Recommended Check-in Spots
Longqingxia Ice Lanterns
Recommended Accommodation
Yanqing Olympic Village Resort Hotel
