Zhangjiakou City Tourism

Hebei Zhangjiakou - gateway to northern Beijing, host city for the 2022 Winter Olympics, boasting rich historical culture and natural landscapes, a tourism city integrating ice and snow sports, grassland scenery, Great Wall culture, and folk customs.

500+
Years of City History
30+
A-Level Scenic Areas
36860
Square Kilometers Area
400万+
Resident Population

Zhangjiakou City Districts and Counties Tourism

Qiaodong District

Central urban area of Zhangjiakou, political and cultural center

Municipal GovernmentZhangjiakou MuseumExhibition HallCommercial Street
Qiaoxi District

Central urban area of Zhangjiakou, historical and cultural district

DajingmenBaoziliOld Railway Station
Xuanhua District

Southern urban area of Zhangjiakou, ancient city cultural district

Xuanhua Ancient CityQingyuan TowerZhenshuo TowerVineyard
Xiahuayuan District

Southeastern urban area of Zhangjiakou, industrial tourism district

Jiming MountainDuanjiabaoCoal Mine SiteEcological Park
Wanquan District

Western urban area of Zhangjiakou, military culture district

Wanquan Guard CityYouwei CityApricot Blossom ValleyMilitary Site
Chongli District

Northern urban area of Zhangjiakou, ice and snow tourism district

Olympic Ski ResortTaiwu Ski ResortYunding ParadiseIce and Snow Town
Zhangbei County

Northern county of Zhangjiakou, grassland tourism district

Grassland Sky RoadZhangbei GrasslandZhongdu GrasslandMusic Festival
Kangbao County

Northern county of Zhangjiakou, ecological protection district

Kangbanuo'er LakeGrassland RanchEcological WetlandWind Power Landscape
Guyuan County

Northern county of Zhangjiakou, wetland and grassland district

Shandian LakeWuhua CaodianLuanhe ShenyunGrassland Wetland
Shangyi County

Northern county of Zhangjiakou, agricultural and animal husbandry tourism district

Daqing MountainShiren BackGrassland SceneryAgricultural Experience
Yuxian County

Southern county of Zhangjiakou, folk culture district

Yuxian Ancient CityNuanquan Ancient TownTree Flower ShowPaper-Cutting Art
Yangyuan County

Western county of Zhangjiakou, archaeological culture district

Nihewan SiteKaiyang FortressSanggan RiverAncient Biological Fossils
Huaian County

Western county of Zhangjiakou, hot spring tourism district

Huaian Ancient CityHot Spring ResortZhaohua TempleEcological Agriculture
Huailai County

Southeastern county of Zhangjiakou, wine producing region

Guanting ReservoirWine EstateJiming Post StationWoniushan Mountain
Zhuolu County

Southern county of Zhangjiakou, Three Ancestors Culture district

Huangdi CityChina Three Ancestors HallFanshan Ancient TownHuangyang Mountain
Chicheng County

Eastern county of Zhangjiakou, ecological tourism district

Dahai TuoHeilong MountainHot Spring ResortForest Park

Zhangjiakou City Three Days Two Nights Northern Beijing Scenery Tour

Experience ice and snow fun at Chongli Ski Resort, self-drive along Grassland Sky Road to appreciate Bashang scenery, ascend Dajingmen to overlook the Great Wall pass, visit Yuxian Ancient City to experience folk culture, taste Zhangjiakou cuisine to appreciate northern Beijing flavors

Trip Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Chongli Ski Resort, Grassland Sky Road, Dajingmen, Yuxian Ancient City, Zhangbei Grassland
Suitable For
Skiing enthusiasts, self-driving tourists, historical and cultural explorers, folk experience seekers
Per Person Budget
¥800-¥2500
01
Ice-Snow Great Wall
Chongli Skiing and Dajingmen Culture Tour
Trip Highlights

Morning go to Chongli to experience skiing fun, afternoon return to city center to visit Dajingmen and Baozili, evening taste local delicacies.

Attraction Arrangements
Chongli Ski Resort
Main venue for snow events in the 2022 Winter Olympics, with multiple international standard ski resorts, excellent snow quality, complete facilities, hailed as the "Oriental Davos".
Dajingmen
National-level cultural relic protection unit, one of the four major passes of the Great Wall, initially built in the 1st year of Shunzhi reign of Qing Dynasty (1644 AD), known as the "First Gate of the Ten-Thousand Li Great Wall".
Baozili
Birthplace of Zhangjiakou, initially built in the 4th year of Xuande reign of Ming Dynasty (1429 AD), earliest castle of Zhangjiakou, preserving many Ming and Qing period residences and shops.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Chongli ski resort
  • Business hotels in Qiaoxi District
  • Homestays near Baozili
Food Recommendations
  • Roasted whole lamb
  • Oat flour nests
  • Hand-held meat
  • Lamb and mushroom soup
Travel Tips
  • Winter skiing requires warmth and anti-slip measures
  • Dajingmen recommends hiring a guide for explanations
  • Baozili offers experience of old Zhangjiakou customs
02
Grassland Sky Road
Grassland Sky Road and Zhangbei Grassland Self-Driving Tour
Trip Highlights

Full day self-driving along Grassland Sky Road, appreciating Bashang grassland scenery, experiencing Zhangbei grassland folk activities, evening stay in grassland yurts.

Attraction Arrangements
Grassland Sky Road
One of China's most beautiful highways, total length 132.7 kilometers, connecting Zhangbei Grassland and Chongli District, picturesque scenery along the way, called "China's Route 66".
Zhangbei Grassland
Important component of Bashang grassland, vast grassland, cool in summer, a summer retreat destination, annually holds grassland music festivals attracting many tourists.
Zhongdu Grassland
Location of Yuan Dynasty Zhongdu ruins, deep grassland culture, can experience Mongolian traditional activities like horse riding, archery, wrestling.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Recommend self-driving or car hire
  • Grassland Sky Road has many curves and steep slopes, requires careful driving
  • Summer is peak tourist season, avoid crowds
Ticket Information
  • Grassland Sky Road: Free
  • Zhangbei Grassland: Some areas charge
  • Zhongdu Grassland ticket about 80 yuan
Travel Tips
  • Summer needs sun and mosquito protection
  • Large day-night temperature difference on grassland, bring appropriate clothing
  • Can experience yurt accommodation
03
Ancient City Folk Culture
Yuxian Ancient City and Nuanquan Ancient Town Culture Tour
Trip Highlights

Morning visit Yuxian Ancient City to experience folk culture, afternoon visit Nuanquan Ancient Town to enjoy tree flower show performance, purchase local specialties before returning.

Attraction Arrangements
Yuxian Ancient City
National-level historical and cultural city, initially built in Northern Zhou Dynasty, seat of Yuzhou during Ming and Qing periods, preserving complete ancient city walls and many ancient buildings.
Nuanquan Ancient Town
China's historical and cultural famous town, famous for ancient spring culture and unique tree flower show performance, important site for experiencing Yuxian folk customs.
Tree Flower Show
Unique traditional folk activity of Nuanquan Ancient Town, splashing molten iron onto city walls, forming brilliant sparks, like lush and leafy tree crowns.
Practical Information
Schedule Arrangement
  • Yuxian Ancient City visit about 2 hours
  • Ancient city to Nuanquan Ancient Town about 30 minutes
  • Nuanquan Ancient Town visit about 3 hours
  • Tree Flower Show performance about 1 hour
Food Map
  • Yuxian Eight Big Bowls
  • Yellow cake
  • Dried tofu
  • Sugar fried dough twists
  • Dried apricots
Souvenir Recommendations
  • Yuxian paper-cutting
  • Nuanquan Ancient Town liquor
  • Almond oil
  • Oat flour
  • Grassland dairy products

Must-Try Foods in Zhangjiakou City

Roasted Whole Lamb

Zhangjiakou traditional famous dish, uses high-quality Bashang sheep, marinated with special seasoning and slow-roasted, crispy outside and tender inside, fragrant aroma.

Oat Flour Nests

Zhangjiakou specialty noodles, made from oat flour into nest shapes, steamed and served with lamb soup or mushroom soup, nutritious, unique flavor.

Hand-held Meat

Traditional grassland food, uses fresh lamb, boiled in clear water and eaten directly by hand, original flavor, tender and delicious.

Lamb and Mushroom Soup

Zhangjiakou specialty soup, uses local lamb and wild mushrooms, slow-simmered, delicious broth, nutritious.

Yuxian Eight Big Bowls

Traditional banquet dishes of Yuxian, including braised pork, meatballs, tofu and other eight dishes, meticulously prepared, rich flavor, symbolizing auspiciousness.

Yellow Cake

Yuxian specialty snack, made from millet flour steamed, soft and glutinous texture, can be dipped in sugar or served with dishes, local daily staple food.

Sugar Fried Dough Twists

Zhangjiakou traditional dessert, made from flour into twist shapes, fried and coated with sugar syrup, sweet and crispy, popular.

Zhangjiakou City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • December-February: Best season for winter skiing
  • June-August: Summer grassland summer retreat travel
  • September-October: Beautiful autumn scenery, pleasant climate
  • Year-round suitable: Cultural attractions like Yuxian Ancient City
Must-Experience Activities
  • Chongli skiing to experience ice and snow sports
  • Grassland Sky Road self-driving tour
  • Dajingmen ascending Great Wall for panoramic view
  • Yuxian Ancient City folk experience
  • Nuanquan Ancient Town tree flower show performance
  • Zhangbei Grassland horse riding and archery
  • Tasting roasted whole lamb and other grassland delicacies
  • Purchasing Yuxian paper-cutting and other handicrafts
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: About 200-500 yuan
  • Accommodation: 200-600 yuan/night (skiing season more expensive)
  • Dining: 100-200 yuan/day
  • Transportation: 150-400 yuan (including self-driving fuel)
  • Skiing: 300-800 yuan (including equipment rental)
  • Total: 800-2500 yuan (depending on season and spending level)
Common Questions
  • Best time to visit Grassland Sky Road? → June-September, grassland green and lush
  • Chongli Ski Resort opening time? → Late November to March next year
  • Tree Flower Show performance time? → Nuanquan Ancient Town nightly (peak season)
  • Yuxian paper-cutting characteristics? → Knife instead of scissors, combination of positive and negative engraving
  • Zhangbei Grassland Music Festival time? → Late July each year
  • Dajingmen historical significance? → Important Great Wall pass, Ming and Qing trade route
  • Nihewan Site importance? → One of the earliest human activity sites in East Asia