[2025 Beijing Attraction] Travel Guide for Site of Ming City Wall Park (Updated Mar)

The Beijing Ming City Wall Relics Park is one of Beijing's famous attractions, boasting a rich history and culture, as well as beautiful natural scenery. It is especially popular in spring when the plum blossoms are in full bloom. I. Park Introduction The Beijing Ming City Wall Relics Park, located at 9 Chongwenmen East Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, is the only remaining section of the Ming Dynasty city wall and part of Beijing's inner city wall. With the ancient city wall as its main feature, complemented by vegetation, the park is an important cultural landmark on Beijing's central axis. II. Opening Hours and Tickets • Opening hours: 6:00–23:00 year-round (closed after 23:00). • Tickets: Most areas of the park are free, but some exhibitions or events may require advance booking or ticket purchase. III. Transportation Guide • Subway: • Subway Line 2: Jianguomen Station (Exit C), approx. 10 mins walk. • Subway Line 6: Dongsi Station (Exit D), approx. 15 mins walk. • Bus: • Bus Stop: Chongwenmen East (near the east gate of the park). Take Bus No. 25, 29, 39, 43, 44, 59, etc. • Bus Stop: Chongwenmen West (near the west gate of the park). Take Bus No. Special 2, 103, 104, 109, etc. IV. Tour Route Although the Ming City Wall Relics Park is not large, it offers a variety of scenery. The recommended visiting time is 1–2 hrs. You can plan your trip according to the following route: 1. Entrance (East Gate) • East Gate Square: The main entrance of the park, with an open square and ancient city walls, perfect for taking photos. • Corner Tower: One of the park's landmarks, it's an excellent spot for photographing the city wall and plum blossoms. 2. Ancient Wall, New Spring (East Side) • Plum Blossom Viewing Area: This is one of the areas with the most concentrated plum blossoms in the park, with varieties such as Prunus persica, Green Calyx, and Gongfen, perfect for flower viewing and photography. • City Wall Stroll: Take a stroll along the city wall to experience the weight of history while admiring the surrounding modern architecture. 3. Plum Garden Splendor (Central Area) • Yonglu Square: Rich in plum blossom varieties with beautiful shapes, perfect for close-up viewing of the plum blossoms. • Signal Station: A small scenic spot in the park, offering an overlooking view of part of the city wall and plum blossoms. 4. Western Ridge Fragrance (West Side) • Labor Model Square: Close to the west gate of the park, the plum blossoms here are mainly white and light pink, perfect for taking photos at sunset. • End of the City Wall: This is the end of the city wall, where you can capture a panoramic view of the wall. V. Flower Viewing Guide • Best time for flower viewing: • Plum blossoms: Late February to mid-March, with the peak blooming period in early to mid-March. • Winter jasmine: Late March to early April. • Flower viewing highlights: • Plum blossoms and the city wall: When the plum blossoms are in full bloom, the ancient wall and the blossoms complement each other, creating a unique "red plum blossoms against the ancient wall" landscape. • Plum Blossom Cultural Festival: From March 10 to April 9 each year, the park hosts the Plum Blossom Cultural Festival, featuring indoor plum blossom and orchid exhibitions, photography competitions, and traditional Chinese markets. VI. Photo Spots • Under the Corner Tower: Perfect for capturing panoramic views of the city wall and plum blossoms. • Along the City Wall: Ideal for capturing the details of the plum blossoms and the texture of the city wall. • Sunset: In the Western Ridge Fragrance area, the setting sun casts a beautiful glow on the plum blossoms, creating excellent lighting effects. VII. Recommended Restaurants Nearby • Quanjude (Jianguomen Branch): Only 500m from the park, it's an excellent choice for tasting Peking duck. • Nanmen Shuanrou (Chongwen Branch): About 1 km from the park, known for its tender mutton and rich broth. • Qingfeng Steamed Dumpling Shop (Chongwen Branch): A time-honored Beijing brand, offering a variety of dumplings at affordable prices. VIII. Important Notes 1. Respectful Visiting: Climbing the city wall is prohibited in the park. Please protect the cultural relics and vegetation. 2. Weather Reminder: There is a large temperature difference between day and night in spring, so it is recommended to dress in layers. 3. Event Booking: If you plan to participate in events such as the Plum Blossom Cultural Festival, it is recommended to follow the park's official WeChat account or website for event details and booking information. 4. Photography Equipment: If you want to capture the details of the plum blossoms, a telephoto lens is recommended; for panoramic shots, a wide-angle lens is recommended. IX. Recommended Nearby Attractions • The Palace Museum: Approx. 3 km from the park, accessible by Subway Line 2. • Qianmen Street: Approx. 2 km from the park, accessible on foot or by bus. It is a famous commercial street in Beijing, offering a rich shopping and dining experience. • Temple of Heaven: Approx. 4 km from the park, accessible by Subway Line 5. It is one of Beijing's famous attractions.

We thought the wintersweets might have already bloomed, but we stumbled upon some inconspicuous ones. Wintersweets must be viewed up close. They are not only the plum blossoms of the twelfth lunar month, but also look like they have a layer of wax on them. The unopened yellow flower buds are so healing. They are located a little west of the signal station in the middle of the Ming City Wall Relics Park, in an open area. They are very inconspicuous, so you have to look carefully.

❤ Why we recommend it: The Ming City Wall was 25 km long and was built in 1419, over 600 years ago. The remaining section of the wall from Chongwenmen to the southeast corner tower is 1.5 km long. It is the only remaining section of the original inner city wall and is a symbol of Beijing. 🌟 Highlights: There is a small exhibition in the southeast corner tower that introduces the 16 gates of the inner and outer city walls. If you like architecture and history, don't miss it. Beijing Railway Station is on the north side of the wall, so you can see trains arriving. The tallest building in Beijing, CITIC Tower, is to the northeast, where history and modernity meet. ⏳ Time needed: 1–2 hours 👍 Our top tip: There is a coffee shop on the wall called Lotus Coffee. Sit down, look at the brick wall and the sky, and enjoy the sunshine.

Passing by the Ming City Wall Relics Park, I thought of this window 🪟, the red leaves are 50% complete, just right, beautiful as imagined 🍁🍁. (P1-P5) There is also a red maple tree in the garden that is already red (P6), and several ginkgo trees, with 40% of the leaves fallen, but it does not affect the viewing, and it is still full of golden eyes. (P7-P8) 📍Ming City Wall Relics Park - Yutang Square South Corridor 🎟️Free

There is a hidden gem for autumn scenery in the second ring road of Beijing, which is absolutely stunning - the Ming City Wall Relics Park. I went there again yesterday, and I must strongly recommend it today! There are few people and beautiful scenery, which is intoxicating! It is especially worth mentioning the small scene composed of pavilions and maple trees in the north section of the park. The maple leaves are red and warm, and with the ancient buildings, it seems like you are in Kyoto, and the photos are super beautiful! There are not only ginkgo trees in the park, but also many red trees that I can't name. On the way to the south section, there is a red wall that is particularly beautiful. At the foot of Dongbianmen, you can also take pictures of trains and the China Zun! If you drive there, you can navigate to the Ming City Wall, where there is a parking lot; if you choose to take the bus, it is recommended to get off at Jianguomen South. If you have time on the weekend and don't want to go too far, this place is definitely worth a visit!

🍁 Visiting Beijing Ming City Wall Relics Park in autumn is a great choice! Here are some travel tips: 1. 📍 Best time: Autumn in Beijing is cool, making it a great time to visit outdoor attractions, especially when the ginkgo leaves under the city wall turn yellow. 2. 🚇 Transportation: Take subway Line 2 to Chongwenmen Station, then walk or bike to the park. 3. 📸 Photo spots: The park is a paradise for photographers in autumn, especially the ginkgo avenue under the city wall. 4. 🍂 Autumn leaves: The ginkgo trees in the park turn golden in autumn, adding a touch of romance to the ancient city wall. 5. 🏞️ Wall walk: Stroll along the ancient city wall to feel the history and autumn atmosphere. 6. 🍴 Nearby food: After your visit, head to the nearby Chongwenmen business district to try Beijing snacks like zhajiangmian and douzhi. Hope these tips make your visit to Ming City Wall Relics Park more enjoyable! 🌳🌄

Late autumn has arrived in Beijing. On the west side of the Ming City Wall Relics Park, the tall maple leaves sway in the autumn wind, bringing a touch of red and orange. The Model Worker Wall at the west end of the park has stood for nearly a decade. The names of the city's model workers, who are dedicated to their work and have outstanding skills and contributions, are engraved on the blue and white stones by year. Colorful trees are planted around the wall. After mid-October, the maple leaves turn red. The red is bright and vibrant, especially in the evening sun. Children play and pick up red leaves in front of the wall after school. Under the ancient city wall, the red is a tribute to modern life and a beautiful sight. The Ming City Wall Relics Park, located near Beijing Railway Station, is an open park from west to east and is free of charge.

The park is home to the longest remaining section of the Ming Dynasty City Wall and the Southeast Corner Tower. Although the wall and tower are in ruins, they still showcase the grandeur of the past. The tower is tall, the city wall is wide, and you can see Qianmen to the west and the CBD to the east. The park is also home to the most famous plum garden in Beijing. In spring, the plum blossoms are in full bloom and their fragrance fills the air. The park also features towering ancient trees that complement the ancient city wall.

#springblossom Experienced a beautiful park in Beijing called Ming City Walk Ruins Park. It's not a usual park, but it has a long history from Ming Dynasty of China. They also put some stories related to the history of the walls around the park. So, visitors can read and understand more about it. Moreover, the flowers blooming along the way, made it look more beautiful. The park is basically free entrance, but if you want to enter some parts, they might have entrance fee (should be around 10 RMB).

#springblossom Came here for enjoying the beauty of Beijing as well as the history of the place. The name of this spot is Beijing Ming City Walk Ruins Park. Located in Dongcheng District, Beijing. Very close to Chongwenmen metro station. I recommend you to visit this park when you have free time in Beijing, at least one and half hour to fully experience the park and its history. There are so many pretty flowers blooming here during spring too. Don't worry, you won't get lost since they put some maps inside the park ✨

Experienced another #springblossom moment in one of the popular parks in Beijing, called Site of Ming City Wall. Many people come here especially in the afternoon for relaxing and witnessing the beauty of flower blooms. Located in Dongcheng district, this park is very accessible for everyone especially if you're taking public transportation. How to reach the park: ✨ By Beijing metro Line 2, stop at Chongwenmen Station. Take exit F to get closer to the attraction. ✨ By Beijing public bus, stop at Chongwenmennei Bus Stop.

Enjoyed one of the beautiful #springblossom spots in Beijing. The name is Ming City Wall Park. Since many places are started to packed with visitors who wants to see the flower blooms, this place also has been Beijing people's favorite place to witness the beautiful spring here. Suitable for relaxing and taking photos! This place is open daily from 08.30 in the morning to 17.00 in the afternoon. You can reach this place by Beijing subway line 2, stop at Chongwenmen station, then take exit F.

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Beijing Mingcheng Wall Ruins Park has a splendid spring flower, stretching over a kilometer of plum blossoms, forming a Chinese painting under the breeze and the ancient brick wall of the Ming City Wall. Come on the Ming City Wall overlooking the scenic area, feel the depth of history and modern beauty, so harmonious and complement each other. The pier of Beijing/Mingcheng Wall Relics Park is 39 meters long. The historical Ming Dynasty Wall is 25 kilometers long. It was built in Ming Yongle for 17 years and has a history of 600 years. The best way to take pictures to avoid the crowd is closer to the city wall. The park is free, and the flowering period is concentrated from March to April.