Private Tour to Shilinxia Glass Platform and 798 Art District with Cable Car in Beijing
Beijing, China

Private Tour to Shilinxia Glass Platform and 798 Art District with Cable Car

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Private Tour to Shilinxia Glass Platform and 798 Art District with Cable Car is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $60 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

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57 / 100
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8 hours
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$60 per person

Plan your Beijing excursion to escape the bustle and hustle of city life? The Shilinxia Scenic Area is a good destination out of Beijing city to touch the unique stone and rock formations in a 6-km long valley or gorge.

What you get

    About this experience

    Plan your Beijing excursion to escape the bustle and hustle of city life? The Shilinxia Scenic Area is a good destination out of Beijing city to touch the unique stone and rock formations in a 6-km long valley or gorge. With the newly opened glass sightseeing platform which claimed to be the largest sightseeing platform in the world, to challenge yourself! Walking out on this UFO-shaped structure provides an experience and views not found anywhere else. While 798 is the biggest space for cultural, artistic, commercial activities, fashion show ect; This private full-day tour from Beijing ensures a personalized experience, including English speaking tour guide, private vehicle, entrance fee, cable car round trip at Shilinxia, and Chinese lunch.

    What's included

    Included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Bottled water
    • Lunch
    • Transport in a comfort vehicle
    • Entrance fee
    • Experienced English-speaking guide
    • Two ways cable car

    Not included

    • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Shilingxia Scenic Area

      Your English speaking guide and private car will pick you up in your hotel's lobby, then heading to the Shilinxia Scenic area.The trip will take about 2 hours. On the way you will enjoy beautiful countryside and farmland view. Upon arrival at the Shilinxia Scenic area, spend 2-3 hours of exploring at the Scenic area and enjoy yourself without feeling like you are being rushed from one point to another. Take the cable car up to the mountain to overlook the amazing views, and hike about another 30 minutes to 1 hour to go up to the glass sightseeing platform. The glass sightseeing platform, billed as “Flying Disk/UFO”, opened to the public on April 30, 2016. The glass platform hangs 32.8 metres out from the cliff, 11 meters longer than the Grand Canyon Skywalk inside the Grand Canyon National Park in the United States. It is claimed to be the largest sightseeing platform in the world.The sightseeing platform is constructed with titanium alloys, which are widely utilized in aeronautical and space fields, but first time for daily life until today in China.The purpose of using titanium alloys to build this platform is to ensure the safety of all the visitors on the platform.

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    2. 798 Art Zone

      After your adventure, you will stop at a local restaurant for a delicious Chinese lunch.  Then relax on the way back to Beijing, you will visit 798 art district. Located in the Dashanzi area, to the northeast of central Beijing, 798 Arts Zone is the site of state-owned factories in 1950s including Factory 798, originally produced electronics. Attracted by the Bauhaus Style buildings and convenient transportation in this tranquil area, artists began to gather to re-make the factory spaces, gradually developing them into galleries, art centers, artists' studios, design companies, restaurants, and bars. Accompanied by your friendly tour guide, you will walk around this huge area, and feast your eyes on the studios and design companies. Your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.

      60 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    zh-TW, cmn, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Discover Beijing Tours

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Please wear comfortable walking shoes
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $60 to $388
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
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    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 57

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)91
    Review evidence (18% weight)0
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)81
    Listing quality (10% weight)84
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Tour to Shilinxia Glass Platform and 798 Art District with Cable Car: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.

    How much does Private Tour to Shilinxia Glass Platform and 798 Art District with Cable Car cost?

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    Prices start at $60 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Private Tour to Shilinxia Glass Platform and 798 Art District with Cable Car take?

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    Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.

    Is Private Tour to Shilinxia Glass Platform and 798 Art District with Cable Car worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour to Shilinxia Glass Platform and 798 Art District with Cable Car?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Private Tour to Shilinxia Glass Platform and 798 Art District with Cable Car suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Tour to Shilinxia Glass Platform and 798 Art District with Cable Car?

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    Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Tour to Shilinxia Glass Platform and 798 Art District with Cable Car start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Beijing?

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    On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options, Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour, Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Beijing?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Beijing?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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