Top Pick Attractions for an Engaging Family Day out in Beijing
When tourists visualize a tour of the Chinese capital what is typically conjured up are day tours of the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and an evening at the Peking Opera House. Although these are arguably the most popular attractions in the Chinese capital they may not be the most family-centric points of interest in town. Those who are hoping to discover Beijing with their offspring in tow have more than their fare share of options as this vibrant holiday destination is home to some of the most engaging and captivating family-oriented attractions in Asia.
Beijing World Park is a highlight for all families visiting the city as this expansive venue houses over 100 replicas of famed natural wonders and man-made marvels from across the globe. As the biggest miniature theme park in all of Asia this massive enclave encompasses replicas of renowned landmarks and natural phenomenon from America ,Africa, Latin America, Europe and of course Asia.
Families looking to spend their day out in an amusement park setting with all its wild and wonderful trappings can head down to the Beijing Jiu Long Entertainment Park which houses an underwater world with a whopping 200 marine creatures. Other family activities such as yachting, parachuting are also available in addition to a castle complete with games and toys. Kids can also discover Chinese folklore characters as they navigate the Dragon Palace on meandering carriages. Beijing's largest amusement park, Shijingshan also offers a wide variety of rides and Chinese incarnations of beloved Disney characters.
Known as one of the largest aquariums in Asia Blue-Zoo provides guests with a diver's view of rare sea creatures that are contained within a 3.5 million litre tank full of water. Infested with innumerable marine species children will enjoy watching divers feed the sharks their twice daily meals.
Wild life enthusiasts can also stop over at Milu Park which is the sanctuary for the remaining decedents of a deer species dubbed "milu" and other amazing creatures facing the threat of extinction.
Le Cool ice rink on the other hand is perfectly suited for active families with a love of ice skating while the Five-Colour Earth Craft Centre is also an interactive arts and crafts centre designed for families who are not afraid to get their hands dirty in learning the fine arts of pottery, embroidery, painting and tie-dye techniques.
Travellers on the lookout for the most advantageous Beijing hotel deals will be hard-pressed to find an alternative to the charming Grand Millennium Beijing. With a wide variety of promotions such as the Value Saver Deal and the Leisure For Longer package, this Beijing hotel pulls out all the stops when it comes to the best offers in the Chinese capital.
Beijing World Park is a highlight for all families visiting the city as this expansive venue houses over 100 replicas of famed natural wonders and man-made marvels from across the globe. As the biggest miniature theme park in all of Asia this massive enclave encompasses replicas of renowned landmarks and natural phenomenon from America ,Africa, Latin America, Europe and of course Asia.
Families looking to spend their day out in an amusement park setting with all its wild and wonderful trappings can head down to the Beijing Jiu Long Entertainment Park which houses an underwater world with a whopping 200 marine creatures. Other family activities such as yachting, parachuting are also available in addition to a castle complete with games and toys. Kids can also discover Chinese folklore characters as they navigate the Dragon Palace on meandering carriages. Beijing's largest amusement park, Shijingshan also offers a wide variety of rides and Chinese incarnations of beloved Disney characters.
Known as one of the largest aquariums in Asia Blue-Zoo provides guests with a diver's view of rare sea creatures that are contained within a 3.5 million litre tank full of water. Infested with innumerable marine species children will enjoy watching divers feed the sharks their twice daily meals.
Wild life enthusiasts can also stop over at Milu Park which is the sanctuary for the remaining decedents of a deer species dubbed "milu" and other amazing creatures facing the threat of extinction.
Le Cool ice rink on the other hand is perfectly suited for active families with a love of ice skating while the Five-Colour Earth Craft Centre is also an interactive arts and crafts centre designed for families who are not afraid to get their hands dirty in learning the fine arts of pottery, embroidery, painting and tie-dye techniques.
Travellers on the lookout for the most advantageous Beijing hotel deals will be hard-pressed to find an alternative to the charming Grand Millennium Beijing. With a wide variety of promotions such as the Value Saver Deal and the Leisure For Longer package, this Beijing hotel pulls out all the stops when it comes to the best offers in the Chinese capital.
