Routes

Weekend Getaways in Beijing Suburbs | View the sea of flowers by the 'sea'

Beijing Suburb

Best Time:
April to May
Recommended:
2 days
Admission:

Features

This suburban town, where mountains and waters blend harmoniously, quietly transforms into a healing secret flower sea. This weekend, head to Miyun to enjoy the sea of flowers by the lake, savor authentic local flavors, and easily start a pleasant micro-vacation.

Sujiayu Cun・Ancient Tassel Trees
Beijing WTown

Stop 1 Sujiayu Cun・Ancient Tassel Trees

From late April to early May, the tassel flowers in Sujiayu Cun of Xinchengzi are an elegant and exclusive late spring beauty in Miyun.

Address:

Sujiayu Cun

Highlights:

The ancient tassel trees in the village are about 580 years old, approximately 13 meters tall, with branches spreading out to form a mushroom-shaped broad canopy, exuding an ancient and robust aura.
The best viewing period is from early to mid-May each year. The pure white tassel flowers cover the branches like clouds or snow, elegant and refined, with a rich and lasting fragrance that can be smelled for miles. Strolling under the trees, the breeze carries the scent, and the eyes are filled... View attractions guide

Stop 2 Beijing WTown

In spring, Beijing WTown is surrounded by blooming flowers, with Ming, Qing, and Republic of China style mountain courtyards arranged in a staggered layout.

Address:

Beijing WTown

Highlights:

Every step reveals a new scene, fully displaying the gentle charm of a northern water town. Taking a boat ride on the Tang River, the clear water flows gently, with a distant view of the Simatai Great Wall, where mountains and waters complement each other, creating beautiful scenery.
Climb the Simatai Great Wall, touch the authentic remains of the Ming Great Wall, and overlook the magnificent scenery of mountains and valleys. During the May Day holiday, Beijing WTown offers a variety of exci... View attractions guide

Eat

Simatai Hot Pot
Gubeikou Erba Xi and Manchu-Mongolian Specialty Snacks

Stay

Beijing Wtown Hotspring Resort
Yunxi Homestay
Friends Country Garden Homestay

Bulaotun ten-thousand-mu pear orchard
Yunmeng Shan Scenic Area

Stop 1 Bulaotun ten-thousand-mu pear orchard

Every year in mid to late April, the ten-thousand-mu pear blossoms bloom continuously.

Address:

Bulaotun

Highlights:

The rustic pear trees have sturdy gnarled branches, covered with layers of white flowers. When the breeze blows, petals flutter like snow. The vast sea of flowers reflects the blue waters of Miyun Shuiku (Reservoir), blending mountains, water, and flowers into a poetic and picturesque landscape.

Bulaotun has a profound heritage and is a well-known ancient town of longevity with a thousand-year history. It has a long-standing farming culture and is famous for special products such as Hua... View attractions guide

Stop 2 Yunmeng Shan Scenic Area

Springtime in the mountains is splendid. Around the May Day holiday, the high mountain azaleas of Yunmeng Shan (Mountain) reach full bloom.

Address:

Yunmeng Shan Scenic Area

Highlights:

The mountains are crowded with blooming azaleas, in vibrant purples and reds, spreading layer upon layer, dotting the green mountains and forests. From a high vantage point, the sea of flowers stretches endlessly, with overlapping green hills. The spring scenery is magnificent and far-reaching, offering an immersive encounter with the romantic late spring wilderness.">Yunmeng Shan (Mountain) is known as the "Little Huangshan of the North," with lush forests, quiet trails, numerous strange rocks, and perennial mist, boasting an excellent natural environment.
The mountains are crowded with blooming azaleas, in vibrant purples and reds, spreading layer upon layer, dotting the green mountains and forests. From a high vantage point, the sea of flowers stretches endlessly, with overlapping green hills. The spring scenery is magnificent and far-reaching, offerin... View attractions guide

Eat

Cat's Fish Restaurant
Miyun Impression Steamed Rice Noodles