Beijing

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4 out of 5 stars

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Beijing is a city that mixes history with modern life. You can see old palaces next to tall buildings, which shows its appeal. Living here, you will notice a friendly atmosphere, especially if you visit different neighborhoods—from the trendy cafes in Gulou to busy shopping areas. You can easily find cheap and tasty food, which many people appreciate. Another benefit? The subway is easy to use! It is better than the systems in London or NYC, making it simple to get around the city. But remember, air pollution can be a problem, especially in winter, so prepare if you are sensitive to it. While many locals can speak some English, it's a good idea to have a translation app since not everyone speaks it well. Also, using local cashless payment systems like WeChat Pay can make your life easier; just remember to set up a local bank account! Beijing is generally a safe city with low crime, but be careful of scams in tourist areas. Overall, Beijing is a city that you will enjoy more as you... explore it—full of surprises and memorable experiences waiting for you!

  • 11.7m people live here
  • Area: 1468km²
a tall tower in a city

Good Things in Beijing

Hobby

Beach Volleyball
Futsal
Museum
⚽️ Soccer
⛷️ Skiing
🎾 Tennis
🏀 Basketball
🏁 Karting
🏃 Running
🏈 American Football
🏊 Swimming
🏋️ Gym Infrastructure
🏌️Golf
🏐 Volleyball
🏓 Table Tennis
🏹 Archery
🛹 Skateboard
🧗 Climbing

General

Education Hub
High Quality Of Life
☀️ Stable Climate
⚡️ Electricity Infrastructure
⛱️ Great for Leisure
🌤️ Comfortable Climate
🏢 Startup Hub
🏥 Medical Infrastructure
👶 Family Friendly
📰 Media Freedom
🗣️ English Friendly
😁 Happy City
🚗 Easy to commute
🚨 General Safety
🚶‍♂️‍➡️ Pedestrian Friendly
🛜 Internet Access
🥗 Safe food
🥷 Low Crime

Climate in Beijing

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Monthly precipitation in 2023 (mm)

Cost of living in Beijing

Cost of Living (Couple)

$1375.72
Approximate cost for a couple including groceries, rent, transportation and lifestyle costs

Cost of Living (Family)

$4183.15
Approximate cost for a family including groceries, rent, transportation, lifestyle costs and parenting fee for one child

Cost of Living (1 Person)

$781.39
Approximate cost for a single person including groceries, rent, transportation and lifestyle costs

Popular things to do in Beijing

Tian'anmen Square

Old Summer Palace Park

清华西路 28

Summer Palace

新建宫门路 19

Forbidden City

Beihai Park

Temple of Heaven

雍和宫

Imperial Garden

National Museum of China

东长安街 16

National Centre for the Performing Arts

Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution

復興路 9, 北京市

National Stadium

Chairman Mao Memorial Hall

Universal Beijing Resort

China Printing Museum

兴华北路 25, 北京市大兴区

Capital Museum

复兴门外大街 16

Museum of the Communist Party of China

Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests

China Railway Museum(Dongjiao Site)

The Grand Canal Museum of Beijing

绿心路 1号院5号楼

Tsinghua University Art Museum

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Beijing has a lot to offer with a mix of modern life and rich history. I spent almost three years here and it was quite the experience. The city is huge but feels like a small town in some neighbourhoods. There are cool areas from commercial to hipster, and some with ancient buildings. Transportation is fantastic, especially the subway—way better than London or NYC. Tons of cozy cafes and bars... with good internet, great for working or hanging out. The food is cheap and delicious, from street food to nice restaurants. Easy to find tutoring work for extra cash and flexible hours. Just watch out for scams in tourist areas; streets are generally safe but stay alert. Big downside is the air pollution, especially in winter. It can be overwhelming and you have to adjust. Also, the Great Firewall can be a hassle for using certain sites. VPNs help but aren't always reliable. Overall, Beijing is unique and vibrant. It’s a bit imposing at first but gets easier to love over time.