Badaling Wildlife Zoo is a large-scale natural ecology park built alongside mountains covering an area of 6000 mu (402 hectares) and is located under the foot of The Badaling Great wall. Transportation to the zoo is very convenient only taking approximately 40 minutes from downtown Beijing. East of the wildlife zoo is a large newly built parking lot, accessible from the Beijing-Badaling Express Terminal.
Best time to visit Badaling Wildlife Zoo
The best time to visit Badaling Wildlife Zoo is during the spring and autumn seasons. As during these periods the temperature creates the perfect climate as during the months April, May September and October the weather is neither too hot nor too cold. It is for these reasons that Beijing in autumn, is referred to by both foreign tourists and the nationals as ‘Golden Beijing’, where the sky is high and the weather is fine.
Beijing is situated in the northern edge of North China Plain, the coldest month of the year is January with temperatures around -4.6 ℃, met by temperatures of around 26.1℃ in the hottest month of year, July; making the overall temperature for the year around 11.8℃. At the foot of hills and beside the sea, the climate in Beijing is typically warm, and semi-humid with four distinctive seasons all with their own individual features: a spring full of flowers, an autumn with an ever-present moon, a rain filled summer and a snowy winter. Winter is the longest lasting season while spring and autumn are short. Fortunately, heating installation indoor allows it to always feel like spring. Having said this there is big temperature difference inside and outside, hence it is advised that one bring thick sweaters and cotton padded coats when travelling during winter. .
It is useful when planning tours or trips to watch or read the weather forecast for Beijing. The Chinese are so well prepared for these weather conditions, that you can simply dial 859, an operator will dictate to you, the weather forecast for the day and the next day in both Chinese and English. It is important to note that, most touring programs in Beijing are based upon human heritage, historical architecture, folk customs and habits, therefore will not be affected by the weather. Making Beijing a cultural and historical destination to be visited all year round especially with travel agencies and restaurant’s providing off-season prices allowing you to save money and purchase some great deals!
Badaling Wildlife Zoo Tickets
Adults: 90 yuan Children: 45 yuan
How to get to Badaling Wildlife Zoo
By Bus
- Take 919 at Desheng Gate
- Take Travel 1 at Xizhi Gate railway station or take Travel 8 at Qianmen, Anding Gate at weekend or holidays.
By Car
Badaling Express Exit 18
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