[2025 Beijing Attraction] Travel Guide for Beijing Yuetan Park (Updated Jan)

Location: Near Shuangxin Pavilion in the southwest corner of Yuetan Park The wintersweet flowers near Shuangxin Pavilion are in full bloom, making it the perfect time to visit. As you walk into the forest, the fragrance of the flowers will hit you, and you will be amazed by the scent. The wintersweet flowers here are of different heights, so you can take photos with the blue sky or Shuangxin Pavilion as the background. The flowers are translucent and beautiful in the sunlight. You may even spot a peony parrot with lake blue feathers. You will be reluctant to leave after spending an hour here.

Yuetan Park in Beijing is full of surprises, and I must recommend it to you! As you step into Yuetan Park, you will be instantly surrounded by a sense of tranquility and elegance. The lush trees act as a natural barrier, isolating you from the outside world. As you walk along the winding paths, the main building of Yuetan Park, Xiyue Altar, gradually comes into view. The white altar, set against the greenery, appears particularly sacred and ethereal, as if you can see the ancient emperors worshiping the moon with devotion, evoking a sense of solemnity and reverence. The ancient buildings in the park are exquisitely arranged, and as you wander through them, every brick, tile, beam, and pillar tells a story of time. The unique pavilions and towers, combined with the scattered rockeries and ponds, resemble a classical ink painting. Occasionally, you may encounter a few citizens dressed in traditional costumes taking photos, adding a touch of ancient charm. When you get tired of walking, find a quiet corner, listen to the rustling of leaves in the breeze, and enjoy the tranquility. Yuetan Park is like this, preserving a sense of peace in the bustling city and carrying the moonlight of history. Come and embark on a romantic moon exploration!

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I heard that the ginkgo trees in Yuetan Park have turned yellow, so I went there immediately. It was totally worth it! Here is a guide to visiting and taking photos in Yuetan Park.👇 🚗Transportation: If you take the subway, get off at Fuchengmen Station on Line 2, and walk a few hundred meters from Exit A or B. There are also many bus routes to the park, which is very convenient. If you drive, there is a parking lot nearby, but parking spaces may be tight on weekends. 📸Photo tips: Head straight to the ginkgo forest as soon as you enter the park. Wow, the golden leaves are like a golden fairy tale world. There is already a thick layer of ginkgo leaves on the ground, like a natural golden carpet. I first found a thick ginkgo tree with a dense crown, stood under the tree, and asked my friend to take a photo from below. With the blue sky and golden ginkgo leaves as the background, the photo has a great sense of depth and can cleverly avoid the crowd. Stroll along the path in the ginkgo forest and capture some moments of walking and turning around. The hair and hem of the clothes flutter in the wind, making the photos look lively. You can also pick up a ginkgo leaf and hold it in front of your eyes, look at the camera through the leaf, or gently throw the ginkgo leaf and capture the moment when the leaf is flying in the air, which is very artistic. There are some classical pavilions in the park, which go well with the ginkgo leaves. Stand next to the columns of the pavilion, with the ginkgo leaves in the foreground, blur the background, and highlight the outline of the person and the ancient building, which is full of ancient charm. Sitting on the steps of the pavilion, surrounded by golden ginkgo leaves, the photos look like an ancient painting. Tips: The best time to visit is from 10:00 am to 11:00 am or from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, when the light is softer and the photos are better. There are relatively fewer people on weekdays, so try to avoid weekends if possible. The ginkgo season in Yuetan Park is really beautiful. Hurry up and capture the short autumn romance and take beautiful photos!

On November 17, I went to the streets and alleys of Beijing to explore the unique charm of late autumn. At this time, Beijing has already embraced late autumn. The trees in the suburbs, which were originally full of yellow leaves, are like actors about to take their final bow after a grand performance. After two autumn rains, the splendid yellow leaves have almost disappeared. Fortunately, there are still a few parks in the city where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of ginkgo leaves falling like rain. Among them, Yuetan Park is like a quiet corner hidden in the hustle and bustle of the city. It is not very big, and it doesn't take much time to stroll along the park's paths. No matter where you go in the park, you can always see the tall ginkgo trees. At present, the ginkgo trees in the southern part of the park present a spectacular scene. The golden leaves are at their most splendid, like a beautiful painting carefully drawn by nature with the most delicate brushstrokes. The yellow is so dazzling and pure that you can't help but stop and be intoxicated by the golden color. On the north side of the park, many ginkgo leaves have already fallen, as if a golden carpet has been laid on the ground. However, the beauty of the ginkgo trees is mainly concentrated in the southern part of the park, which is like the "face" of the whole park. Although Yuetan Park is not as popular as those internet-famous ginkgo spots, and not many people come here specifically to take photos, it is precisely this low-key and tranquility that makes it unique. Here, you don't have to worry about being disturbed by the crowds. You can pose in various ways and capture the beautiful moments of late autumn with your camera. It is really a great place for photography. By the way, let me share some information about Yuetan Park. It is located at No. 6, Yuetan North Street, Xicheng District, Beijing. The best part is that it is open to the public for free, so you don't have to spend a penny on tickets. The opening hours are also very user-friendly, from 6 am to 9 pm. During this time, you can enter the park at any time to experience its unique charm. Friends, while the weather is still nice, hurry up and catch the last bit of autumn in Yuetan Park. Don't miss the rare beauty of the ginkgo trees. I'm sure you'll leave with beautiful memories.

The Altar of the Moon Park in Beijing was once a sacrificial site as famous as the Temple of Heaven, but it is now little known. The ticket price is only CNY 1, but it is still deserted. If you want to find a quiet and fresh place to walk or relax, the Altar of the Moon Park is a good choice. Especially in spring, various spring flowers are in full bloom. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of spring while admiring the ancient buildings and feel the precipitation of history and the beauty of nature. The Altar of the Moon is divided into the south and north parks. The North Park is the architectural remains of the original Altar of the Moon, most of which can no longer be visited inside. The park is full of lush pines and cypresses. The South Park is a landscape garden, which fully uses elements such as pavilions, terraces, towers, and pavilions, pools, and rockeries to reflect the cultural characteristics of the "moon". 🌟Bell Tower: The bell tower has two floors, with a green glazed tile hip roof and a painted spiral painting under the eaves. 🌟Yueyue Pavilion: Unique architectural design, a small garden newly built in the middle, composed of 5 open-painted north houses, corridors, and flower walls. 🌟Tianxiang Court: Quiet and elegant, there is a pool of clear water in the center, full of Jiangnan style. 🌟Sacrifice Moon Tower: The building is magnificent, with flying eaves and corners. 🌟Lanyue Bridge: Standing on the bridge, you can overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire park. As a park with a long history and profound cultural heritage, the Altar of the Moon Park is also a place not to be missed. 📍Attraction address: No. 6, Altar of the Moon North Street, Xicheng District, Beijing 🏝️Reservation strategy: 🚗Transportation strategy: Subway: Line 1 Batong Line get off at Nanlishilu Station Line 2 Inner Ring/Line 2 Outer Ring get off at Fuchengmen Station Bus No. 13, No. 15, No. 19, No. 42, No. 56, No. 623. 💗Other tips: Open all year round 06:00-21:30

"Yuetan Park" is located west of Nanlishi Road and south of Yuetan North Street in Beijing. Originally named: Xiyue Altar, it is one of the five altars in Beijing. It was built in the ninth year of the Jiajing reign of the Ming Dynasty (1530) and was the place where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties worshiped the god of the night light (the moon) and the gods of the stars in the sky on the autumn equinox. At the end of the Qing Dynasty, the activities of worshiping the god of the night light were abandoned, and Yuetan fell into disrepair. In 1955, Yuetan was converted into a park, which is divided into two parts: the South Park and the North Park. The North Park is characterized by ancient buildings with red bricks and green tiles and regular roads, while the South Park is composed of rocks, ponds, and winding paths, forming a natural landscape garden.

The first touch of color after the Start of Spring, the wintersweet blossoms quietly in the snow, exuding a refreshing fragrance that adds a bit of beauty to the most unadorned season. The flowering period of wintersweet usually lasts from mid-February to mid-March. The Wofo Temple is a famous site for viewing wintersweet in Beijing, and it used to attract a lot of visitors in previous years. Therefore, this year I decided to skip the mainstream and chose two less popular places with fewer people. 🔸Yuetan Park 🕑Opening hours: 6:00-21:00 🎫Ticket price: Free admission 🚗Transportation: Closest to the Nanshiliju Station on Subway Line 1, no parking lot at the entrance. 📍Wintersweet location: Behind Jingyue Pavilion on the west side of the park 🌟Features: 1. There is only one variety of wintersweet, and not many in number, but it has a unique charm when set against the ancient red walls and green tiles. 2. One of the five famous altars in Beijing, although small in size, it is also a garden with pavilions, towers, and bamboo groves, retaining the elegance of ancient gardens. 🔸Yuyuantan Park (Images 9-11) 🕑Opening hours: 6:00-21:30 🎫Ticket price: 2 yuan 🚗Transportation: Get off at the Muxidi Station on Subway Line 1 and walk 1 kilometer. Parking is tight at the entrance, but available at the CCTV Tower parking lot across the street. 📍Wintersweet location: Enter from the south gate, turn right and walk straight to the end, then turn left, on the side of the river. 🌟Features: This place has a greater variety of wintersweet, including Tiger's Paw, Plain Heart, Dog's Tooth, and Bell Mouth, but there are barriers in front of the wintersweet making it impossible to take close-up photos. It is best to bring a telephoto lens, more suitable for pure appreciation and learning.