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Badaling Great Wall Tours: 15 Picks for the Nearest Stretch

40 tours  ·  from $11 a head

Badaling is the closest stretch and the busiest, reachable by train from the city. These 15 cover the ticket-only options and the full days that add the Ming Tombs, priced and honest about the crowds.

Great Wall of China at Badaling and Ming Tombs Day Tour from Beijing - Lunch, jade, and the commercial side of the day
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Great Wall of China at Badaling and Ming Tombs Day Tour from Beijing

1.Great Wall of China at Badaling and Ming Tombs Day Tour from Beijing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 731 reviews · from $87Our pick

This eight-hour Beijing outing pairs a climb at Badaling with a visit to Chang Ling, the largest Ming tomb open to visitors. An English-speaking guide handles transport and context; lunch and hotel pickup within the 4th Ring Road are included. Guides such as Jenny, Mary, Lisa, and Michael Shi have led tours, though your guide may differ. Budget extra for the optional cable car.

“Driver picked me up right on time. My guide was super friendly and sociable through the entire trip.”

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Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square - Lunch and the jade stop: useful break, sales-minded setting
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Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square

2.Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 609 reviews · from $99

Cover Beijing’s headline sights in about nine hours by air-conditioned minivan, with an English-speaking guide, included admission and a Chinese-style lunch. You’ll visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and Badaling, then stop at the Longdi Jade Factory. Guides such as Lee, Jenny, Michael and Murphy have led the tour, though your guide may differ.

“What a great way to visit the top sites. Everything went smoothly. It was a great bang for the buck. Lee was a great tour guide. I didn't bring my passport but I was able to get in with a photo of it. I recommend bringing it to make things easier. Traveling in China is safe to travel with a passport on you. I also recommend leaving to meet at the pickup hotel, much sooner than you think. Google Maps doesn't have traffic data. It said 25 min and ended up being 45 minutes. I showed up 15 min late and I was still able to make it.”

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Beijing:Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour with VIP Fast Pass - Badaling: famous name, faster cable-car entry
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Beijing:Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour with VIP Fast Pass

3.Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour with VIP Fast Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 515 reviews · 5 hours · from $118

Choose Mutianyu, Badaling, or a rougher, less-developed Wall section for a private five-hour outing from Beijing. Your English-speaking guide explains the site, then leaves time to explore at your own pace. Mutianyu includes a choice of cable car or ski lift and toboggan; Badaling includes cable car access. Guides such as Lucy, Sherry, and Lily have led past tours, but your guide is assigned for your date.

“We had a great daytrip with Susan to the Mutianyu section. She is very knowledgeable and friendly. We learned a lot and the trip was very smooth.”

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Beijing: Badaling Ancient Great Wall of China Day Trips - The Beijing departure and the ride north
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Beijing: Badaling Ancient Great Wall of China Day Trips

4.Badaling Ancient Great Wall of China Day Trips

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 208 reviews · 8 hours · from $22

Choose a group bus, private transfer, or private guided trip to Badaling’s ancient, unrestored Wall. Expect mountain views, rough old stonework, and help from an English-speaking guide such as Alice, Amy, or Evelyn, depending on the day. The $22 price includes entry and transport on the group option; the cable car costs extra, and crowds or cold weather can affect your visit.

“Everything was punctual. We enjoyed ourselves a lot at the beautiful Badaling Wall. And Betty the tour guide was a charming, caring person. We really appreciate what she did for us and made the day extra special!! Thanks a lot!”

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Beijing: Badaling Great Wall Ticket with Day & Night Options - Pick the day ticket that fits your energy
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Beijing: Badaling Great Wall Ticket with Day & Night Options

5.Badaling Great Wall Ticket with Day & Night Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 94 reviews · 3 - 10 hours · from $20

Choose a self-paced day ticket, round-trip cable car, illuminated evening visit with cultural shows, guided bus trip or private transport to Badaling. Day tickets do not include transport; most options exclude meals and hotel pickup. Bring your passport, and check the exact meeting point and schedule for your chosen package.

“Could've gone for free. Nobody was checking my ticket/barcode. Ended up paying for round trip cable car tickets once I got to the entrance which cost under £20.”

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Beijing Private Transfer: Badaling Great Wall with VIP Past Pass - What the VIP access does, and does not, do
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Beijing Private Transfer: Badaling Great Wall with VIP Past Pass

6.Beijing Private Transfer: Badaling Great Wall with VIP Past Pass

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · from $54Top rated

A private driver collects you from a Beijing hotel within the Fourth Ring Road or Beijing Capital Airport and takes you to Badaling, about 1.5 hours away. Choose transfer only or add a private guide, then spend about six hours at the Wall or extend the outing to eight hours with another stop. Drivers such as Zhao and Sun Zhisheng have helped with tickets and cable car arrangements.

“Sun Zhisheng is an excellent guide and very helpful. We had a great day at the wall. The car is very comfortable and the driving was very pleasant. Thank you for a great experience!”

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Beijing Private Tour:Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall and Panda House - Getting onto the Wall, without making the climb the whole story
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Beijing Private Tour:Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall and Panda House

7.Beijing Private Tour:Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall and Panda House

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $159

Spend a day with a private English-speaking guide and driver, combining the Great Wall at Mutianyu or Badaling with Beijing Zoo’s Panda House. The $159.80-per-person price includes hotel pickup within Beijing’s fourth ring road, private transport, admission, lunch, bottled water, and a choice of cable car or ski lift and toboggan. Guides such as Lucy, Cindy, and Alice have been praised for helpful, personal service.

“Cindy was an amazing tour guide. English speaking and very knowledgeable, our tour of the Great Wall and Panda House was amazing with her. Would definitely recommend her”

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BusDa-Ancient Great Wall &Badaling Great Wall Full-day Bus Tour - Badaling: the famous, restored section
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BusDa-Ancient Great Wall &Badaling Great Wall Full-day Bus Tour

8.BusDa-Ancient Great Wall &Badaling Great Wall Full-day Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $23

Spend about 2.5 hours at the rugged Ancient Great Wall near Badaling, then two hours on the restored, famous section. The day includes about three hours of travel. English-speaking guides such as Betty, Lee, Aria and Jackie Chan have been praised for helpful explanations, but the Ancient Wall can close, so check access and your transport options before booking.

“An amazing tour I would definitely recommend it Great way to explore the Great Wall of China 10/10😀😀”

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Beijing Mutianyu or Badaling Great Wall Private Tour with Options - Mutianyu: More Time for the Wall
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Beijing Mutianyu or Badaling Great Wall Private Tour with Options

9.Beijing Mutianyu or Badaling Great Wall Private Tour with Options

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $104

Choose Mutianyu or Badaling for a private Great Wall trip from Beijing, with hotel pickup in an air-conditioned car and an English-speaking driver or guide, depending on your option. Linda, Angie, Jessica, and other team members have led trips. Entrance is included; lunch and cable car tickets cost extra.

“We had a great time at the wall with Jessica. It was recommended to leave early so the wall is not crowded. Good recommendation. There were not many people around”

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Beijing：Badaling Night Great Wall Ticket, Tour & Show - What the evening feels like
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Beijing：Badaling Night Great Wall Ticket, Tour & Show

10.Beijing：Badaling Night Great Wall Ticket, Tour & Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 47 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $45

Visit Badaling’s North and South Fourth Towers after dark, with a panoramic light show at 7:20 PM and traditional performances. Choose a ticket-only visit, a guided bus trip from Bietucheng Station, or private transport. English-speaking guides on past departures have included Evelyn, Jenny, Betty, and Li; your guide may differ.

“Wonderful experience ! I took only the ticket as a solo traveler but they still help me a lot on WhatsApp to find the entrance. The spectacle was unforgettable. Just few people were coming to see the show so it’s like you are having the Great Wall almost for you. I really recommend!!”

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From Beijing: Badaling Great Wall Bus Group Tour - Three hours to explore Badaling
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From Beijing: Badaling Great Wall Bus Group Tour

11.Badaling Great Wall Bus Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 41 reviews · 8 hours · from $22

Meet near Beitucheng Station for an eight-hour bus trip to Badaling, where you’ll have three hours to walk the Great Wall. A bilingual guide leads the group, though English is guaranteed only when you book at least 24 hours ahead. Gary and Keesy are among the guides who have led tours.

“Gary was wonderful, such a charismatic guide. Many great stories. The palace was overwhelming.”

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Badaling Great Wall Admission Ticket - Ticket redemption deserves a little attention
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Badaling Great Wall Admission Ticket

12.Badaling Great Wall Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · from $11Best value

This self-led Badaling visit gives you entry to the best-preserved section of the Great Wall, with no guide or transport included. Choose an admission ticket alone or add a one-way or round-trip cable car ride. Plan for about two to six hours, and check whether you need to exchange your booking for a paper ticket before entering.

“everything was wonderful! Easy ticket booking, just go there with your passport (preferably by express train) and admire a wonder of the world”

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Beijing: Badaling Great Wall Admission Ticket - At the gates and on the wall
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Beijing: Badaling Great Wall Admission Ticket

13.Badaling Great Wall Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 29 reviews · 1 day · from $13

This is a one-day admission ticket for Badaling, a steep, scenic Ming Dynasty section of the Great Wall north of Beijing. You explore on your own, with access to historical exhibits and the option to pay extra for a cableway or slideway. Bring your passport, and send your passport name and number to PANDA144 to complete the booking.

“Everything worked smoothly and I would definitely recommend it! Getting tickets in advance is almost impossible for foreigners but this option made it possible”

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Full-Day Great Wall of Badaling - Four hours at the Wall, with a steep climb
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Full-Day Great Wall of Badaling

14.Full-Day Great Wall of Badaling

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 29 reviews · from $110

Travel from Beijing to the Great Wall at Badaling by air-conditioned coach, with an English-speaking guide and entry fee included. You get about four hours at the wall, though the overall tour is listed at six hours. The cable car costs extra. Olympic Park sights are part of the return route, but the day’s stops can vary.

“Full day tour at that price is amazing. Tour guide Linda is knowledgable. Overall trip is very good.”

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Beijing Private Tour to Badaling Great Wall and Longqing Gorge with Boat Ride - Lunch and the short transfer to Longqing Gorge
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Beijing Private Tour to Badaling Great Wall and Longqing Gorge with Boat Ride

15.Beijing Private Tour to Badaling Great Wall and Longqing Gorge with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $236

Travel by private car from your central Beijing hotel to Badaling and Longqing Gorge, with an English-speaking guide, round-trip Great Wall cable car, gorge boat ride, entrance fees, and lunch included. Plan on 8 to 9 hours. Guides have included Tony, Edward, Allen, Lucy, Sophie, and others, though your guide may differ.

“A great day spent with a very knowledgeable guide. The tour was very informative and the guide a lot of fun”

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