Itinerary Overview:

• Morning: Tiananmen Square, Palace Museum
• Afternoon: Summer Palace
• Evening: Wangfujing Snack Street

Transportation:

• It is recommended to take public transportation to avoid traffic congestion.
• You can buy a Beijing Transportation Card, which is convenient for taking the subway, bus, etc.

Scenic Spots:

Tiananmen Square:

• Tiananmen Square is one of the largest city center squares in the world and is also the site of many important events in Chinese history.
• You can visit the Monument to the People’s Heroes, the Mao Zedong Memorial Hall, and the Tiananmen Gate Tower.

Palace Museum:

• The Palace Museum is the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing Dynasties and is also the largest palace complex in the world.
• You can visit the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the Hall of Central Harmony, the Hall of Preserving Harmony, the Palace of Heavenly Purity, and the Palace of Earthly Tranquility.

Summer Palace:

• The Summer Palace is a royal garden of the Qing Dynasty, with Kunming Lake as its main feature, integrating natural scenery and architectural art.
• You can visit Longevity Hill, Kunming Lake, the Seventeen-Arch Bridge, the Long Corridor, and the Buddhist Incense Pavilion.

Wangfujing Snack Street:

• Wangfujing Snack Street is a famous food street in Beijing, gathering various Beijing特色小吃.
• You can taste roast duck, hot pot, soy milk, and fried bean sauce noodles.

Notes:

• The ticket prices for Beijing attractions are relatively high. It is recommended to purchase tickets online in advance.
• Beijing is hot in summer and cold in winter. It is recommended to choose suitable clothes according to the season.
• There are many tourists in Beijing. It is recommended to be prepared for crowds.

Here are some optional attractions:

• Temple of Heaven: The Temple of Heaven is where the emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties worshipped the heavens and is also a World Heritage Site.
• Beihai Park: Beihai Park is a famous royal garden in Beijing, with Qiongdao Island as its main feature, and the scenery is beautiful.
• Prince Gong’s Mansion: Prince Gong’s Mansion is the府邸of Prince Gong of the Qing Dynasty and is also the largest existing王府建筑群in China.
• 798 Art Zone: 798 Art Zone is a famous art district in Beijing, gathering various galleries, studios and art stores.

I hope this guide will help you plan your one-day trip to Beijing!