Explore outside Beijing’s Forbidden City (TOP 5 FREE & CHEAP THINGS YOU MUST DO!) | China Vlog 2021

In this video, I want to tour you around and show you the top things to do outside of China’s Forbidden City.   -- For my first YouTube travel vlog in 2021, let me be your Beijing travel guide as I take you to the top places you can visit around this World Heritage site, the traditional Chinese food you can eat, the shopping you can find, and more! If you’re in Beijing, here is what you can do on your day off (includes some FREE and cheap things to do). Or, if you're planning your post-pandemic travel trip or holiday to this tourist destination, watch from beginning to end so you can add this whole list to your Beijing tour itinerary. What to do in Beijing: 2:28 Walk around Tiananmen Square  5:28 Eat in Qianmen Street 7:46 Go shopping in Qianmen Street 9:24 Go on a sightseeing cycling tour  11:54 Walk to the top of Jingshan Park for the best panoramic views Where to go in Beijing (other tourist spots to check out in the area): National Museum of China National Theatre for the Performing Arts TRAVEL TIPS: 1. Don’t forget to bring your foreign ID or passport (a photo of it on your phone works too, but it’s better to have the physical copy in hand) to be able to enter the Forbidden City grounds. 2. If you want to enter the Forbidden City, make sure to purchase your tickets online in advance to avoid having to queue up. Get help from a Chinese friend to book online if you can. Here’s the Chinese link they use: https://gugong.ktmtech.cn/Home/Index   3. Visit this popular tourist spot on a weekday, if possible, to avoid the huge crowds. If you enjoyed the content of this video, please GIVE IT A THUMBS UP, SHARE it with your networks, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT BELOW. Your feedback and ideas would be greatly appreciated! -- ► SOCIAL MEDIA   Instagram ➭   / jenny_c_ybanez   - ► CONTACT DETAILS For enquiries, email below: jennycortesybanez@gmail.com - ► DISCLAIMER: This is Jenny’s passion project. The content on this channel is not affiliated with any company or organization. - ► ABOUT ME:  Hi! My name is Jenny!  I'm ethnically Filipina, born in Spain, raised in the UK, and currently in China. Hit the subscribe button if you want to find out what life is like in China, hear some life advice from some amazing people, and want to join us as we explore really cool places.  This channel is here to inspire you, entertain you, help you, and motivate you to get out of your comfort zone. It’s a space where we can learn and grow together!  I’ll aim to upload once a week on a Tuesday. I’m super excited you’re here, and I can’t wait for you to come with me on this journey! --