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Gubei Water Town古北水镇

★ 4.6 / 5.0 Gubei Water Town Province: Beijing

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About the attraction

Gubei Water Town Travel Guide

Gubei Water Town is a purpose-built riverside town of grey-brick lanes, stone bridges and canals at the foot of the Simatai section of the Great Wall, about 140 km northeast of Beijing. By night the wall is illuminated and the town glows with lanterns — one of the most atmospheric overnight stays near Beijing.

Visitor Essentials · Quick Facts

Attraction: Gubei Water Town
Chinese name: 古北水镇
City: Beijing
Province: Beijing
Address: Gubei Water Town, Simatai Village, Gubeikou Town, Miyun District, Beijing (Exit 24, Jingcheng Expressway)
Opening hours: 9:00–22:00 (day ticket); water town + night wall ticket until 21:00.
Tickets: ¥140 (day); night wall ticket extra; cable car to Simatai about ¥120.
Suggested visit time: Full day or overnight
Rating: 4.6/ 5.0
Official phone: Not published

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Opening hours

9:00–22:00 (day ticket); water town + night wall ticket until 21:00.

Tickets

¥140 (day); night wall ticket extra; cable car to Simatai about ¥120.

Suggested time

Full day or overnight

Official phone

Not published

Ways to experience it

Best Ways to Enjoy Gubei Water Town

How travelers like you make the most of Gubei Water Town in Beijing.

Walk the canals by day, then ride the cable car to Simatai at dusk for the lit wall.

A favorite way to experience Gubei Water Town in Beijing.

Try the local wine tasting and night market by the water.

A favorite way to experience Gubei Water Town in Beijing.

Insider tips

Tips Before You Go

Practical advice from local guides and recent travelers.

Book the night Great Wall ticket — the illuminated wall is the main event.

Stay overnight in one of the courtyard hotels for the lantern-lit lanes.

Simatai is the only section of the wall open for night visits.

FAQ

Gubei Water Town FAQ

Straight answers to the questions travelers ask us most.

What are the opening hours for Gubei Water Town?

9:00–22:00 (day ticket); water town + night wall ticket until 21:00.

How much do Gubei Water Town tickets cost?

¥140 (day); night wall ticket extra; cable car to Simatai about ¥120.

How long should I spend at Gubei Water Town?

Full day or overnight

Is Gubei Water Town worth visiting?

Gubei Water Town is one of the most popular attractions in Beijing with a traveler rating of 4.6/5.

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