Autumn in Beijing is magical. From fiery reds to golden ginkgoes, the city comes alive in October and November. If you’re wondering where to see autumn leaves in Beijing, this guide covers the top spots — from city parks to the Great Wall — complete with addresses you can copy straight into Didi Taxi via Alipay or Amap (高德地图).
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And if you want to take it beyond sightseeing, join Our Beijing for an eBike adventure through hutongs or a once-in-a-lifetime Great Wall autumn hike.
The most famous spot for fall foliage in Beijing — smoke trees and maples paint the mountains red.
📍 Address: Xiangshan Park, Haidian District, Beijing
📍 Chinese: 北京市海淀区香山公园
🛻 Copy & paste into Didi/Amap: 香山公园
Best time: Mid-October to early November
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Autumn leaves wrap around the Badaling Great Wall for an unbeatable view.
📍 Address: Near Badaling Great Wall, Yanqing District, Beijing
📍 Chinese: 北京市延庆区八达岭国家森林公园
🛻 Copy & paste: 八达岭国家森林公园
Official Badaling Great Wall Info
Golden leaves rolling over hills, with fewer crowds than Badaling. Perfect for a hike.
📍 Address: Mutianyu Village, Huairou District, Beijing
📍 Chinese: 北京市怀柔区慕田峪长城
🛻 Copy & paste: 慕田峪长城
Mutianyu Great Wall Official Site
💡 Upgrade: Join Our Beijing for a Wild Wall hike — untouched stretches surrounded by autumn forests.
Golden ginkgoes reflect on Kunming Lake, with pavilions and bridges framing the view.
📍 Address: 19 Xinjiangongmen Rd, Haidian District, Beijing
📍 Chinese: 北京市海淀区新建宫门路19号 颐和园
🛻 Copy & paste: 颐和园
China Highlights – Summer Palace
A quieter in-city option with ancient trees and wide open courtyards.
📍 Address: Tiantan Rd, Dongcheng District, Beijing
📍 Chinese: 北京市东城区天坛路 天坛公园
🛻 Copy & paste: 天坛公园
Modern Beijing’s green heart, with walking trails, lakes, and fall colors.
📍 Address: No. 15 Beichen East Rd, Chaoyang District, Beijing
📍 Chinese: 北京市朝阳区北辰东路15号 奥林匹克森林公园
🛻 Copy & paste: 奥林匹克森林公园
The most iconic ginkgo street in Beijing, glowing yellow in late October.
📍 Address: Fucheng Rd, Haidian District, Beijing
📍 Chinese: 北京市海淀区阜成路 钓鱼台银杏大道
🛻 Copy & paste: 钓鱼台银杏大道
Wander through hutongs near Shichahai Lake, where courtyards and alleys are framed by falling leaves.
📍 Address: Shichahai Lake area, near Drum & Bell Towers, Xicheng District
📍 Chinese: 北京市西城区什刹海（鼓楼、钟楼附近）
🛻 Copy & paste: 什刹海
💡 Join Our Beijing’s eBike tour for hidden hutong leaf spots + local snacks.
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