Beijing · SHOW
Good shows fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Spend one hour at Beijing’s Red Theatre watching high-risk Chinese acrobatics, graceful choreography, music, and colorful stage effects. Your actual e-ticket arrives by WhatsApp, WeChat, or iMessage on the morning of the show. The theatre is near the Temple of Heaven and Hongqiao Market.
“Show was fantastic. Well worth the visit and would strongly recommend”
At Beijing’s Red Theatre, young acrobats perform a fast-moving one-hour show of difficult stunts, flexibility, balance, and synchronized routines. Book ahead, then show your reference number and name at the ticket counter 30 minutes before curtain. Wang or Dragon may send useful directions and Chinese ticket details.
“The performance was very good and enjoyable. The theater is small so any seat is good. I had second row and actually the further back seats are better. Only wished it was longer for the price. It only lasted an hour.”
Spend one hour at Beijing’s Red Theatre watching fast, colorful Chinese acrobatics set to music. Shows run daily at 4:20 and 5:40 pm. Sunflower Tours China sends the theatre QR code by WhatsApp, with optional central hotel transfer and assigned seats.
“Li arranged a fabulous seat with a clear view right in the middle of the row & sent comprehensive instructions before hand. The show is amazing. Would highly recommend.”
You’ll see Beijing’s Golden Mask Dynasty Show, a music-and-dance production about a queen’s love story, with fast stage changes, elaborate costumes, and a major water scene. Cathy and her team arrange private hotel transfers, tickets, and the ride home. Confirm the performance date before booking.
“Private transfer to the Theater was very nice. Clean car, nice driver picked us up directly from the hotel. Took us to the Theater and picked us up. Was a very nice experience.”
You’ll leave a central Beijing hotel around 4:30 p.m. for a Peking duck dinner, then watch a high-energy acrobatics show at Chaoyang Theatre. The package includes transport and a city-center hotel return, but restaurant quality, seating, and timing can vary.
“The show itself was great! The venue was ok, but very crowded. Our party of six could not sit together but no couples were separated. The dinner afterward was great! Plenty of food and our guide was fantastic. If you’re visiting this country for the first time you may want to add this to your list”
Spend 60 minutes at Beijing’s Red Theatre watching plate spinning, jujitsu, partner stunts, high chairs, ball skills, shoulder ballet, and more. You receive the theatre QR ticket on the day through WhatsApp, iMessage, or WeChat. Guide Li provides clear directions and booking help.
“It was amazing, really thrilling to watch all the acts. I strongly recommend it to everyone else visiting Beijing, china.”
Watch a traditional Peking Opera performance at Beijing’s Liyuan Theatre inside Jianguo Hotel Qianmen. Arrive early for the actors’ makeup and costume changes, then follow the story with English teleprompters. Your ticket includes an English theater guide, but no guide or audio commentary.
“The music was very very loud. But the story was nice and the fact that we could take pictures and have snacks inside.”
Meet your private driver at your Beijing hotel, ride by air-conditioned car to the Red Theatre or Chaoyang Theater venue, and watch a one-hour acrobatic show. Cathy may be your friendly guide. Middle-section admission, water, and return hotel transport are included, with VIP seating available for an extra cost.
“Transfer to and from the show is first class. Cathy is lovely travel guide, very friendly and organised. The performers were fantastic, very skilled and obviously enjoy what they do. Show is only an hour long, but the intensity builds from start to the grand finale. Very much recommend 👌”
Spend one hour at Liyuan Theatre inside Qianmen Jianguo Hotel for a traditional Beijing Opera performance. Arrive 30 minutes early to watch stage makeup, collect your ticket, and take your seat. English subtitles, snacks, and tea are available with selected seating options.
“I buy 2 tickets in front. Very nice view, but a little expensive for what he offers. The show was very good. I appreciate the translation in English. You better take the tickets in green zone. Almost the same like in blue zone, but much cheaper. For me and my son it was a nice experience. The show it is made for European people ☺️”
Spend 60 minutes at Beijing’s Red Theatre watching acrobatics, balancing, contortion, dance, and a daring final motorbike act. Your prepaid ticket guarantees entry, while advance booking lets you select a showtime and seat. Collect your ticket at the theatre window 30 minutes before the performance.
“The show was better than expected! Theatre was retro looking but once the show started, there was never a dull moment! Customer service by Mr Dragon Wang was awesome, he WhatsApp me with information regarding our booking and make everything easy to navigate. Highly recommended”
Book a 60-minute performance of *Heroes of Shu County* at Beijing’s Red Theater. Choose an afternoon or evening show, collect your tickets at the theater 30 minutes early, and watch acrobats combine daring feats, dance, color, and sound. Seats vary by price and location.
“The performance was amazing. I was at first underwhelmed by the theater itself, but once the lights went out and the show began I was on the edge of my seat and really enjoyed the performance.”
Visit Badaling between 6:30 and 9:00 PM, when the Wall is lit for a panoramic show and traditional performances. Choose a ticket-only visit, a bus from Beijing, or private hotel transport. Guides such as Evelyn, Li, Betty, and Jenny have helped visitors manage meeting points and evening details.
“Liz was amazing ,patient ,friendly an helpfull.I give 5star”
Choose from 11 private Beijing itineraries built around the Temple of Heaven. Meet guide Mina, Jay, or Miko at your hotel or the East Gate, then add an acrobatics show, Peking duck, Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, or Summer Palace.
“Absolutely fantastic tour! Mina, our tour guide, made this experience perfect. First, she made it convenient to meet her outside the gate and had all tickets ready for different attractions within the temple of heaven. Her tour was both enjoyable and educational, and at an appropriate pace, showing us the key highlights and responding to all our questions. At the end, she was kind enough to recommend places for food and shopping in Beijing. Overall, it was an excellent experience and would definitely recommend.”
Take BusDa’s evening trip from Beijing to Badaling, arriving for sunset, illuminated Wall views, and cultural performances. Choose a shared bus or private car, with ticket included. Guides are not included, though Betty and Jenny have helped visitors with directions and English information.
“Die Nachttour war wirklich außergewöhnlich. Es war überhaupt nicht voll, man hat die Mauer aber bei Sonnenuntergang und mit voller Beleuchtung erlebt. Die Tour endete mit einigen traditionellen Shows, die sehr spaßig waren. Unser Guide Betty war sehr nett und zuvorkommend ohne aufdringlich zu sein. Sie hat uns geführt, obwohl nichtmal ein Guide gebucht war. Alle in allem würde ich die Tour wirklich weiterempfehlen, weil man fernab der Touristenmassen eine sehr schöne illuminierte Top Sehenswürdigkeit bekommt mit sehr viel Charme und einer sehr zuvorkommenden ReiseleitungRead more”
Meet your English-speaking guide in your hotel lobby, then see a Chinese acrobatics show at Red Theater and learn how to wrap Peking duck at a local restaurant. Guides such as Jay, Miko, Lucy, and Andy add cultural tips. Taxi or subway costs extra unless you choose private transport.
“The tour I booked was excellent. I have my guide Miko to thank for this in particular. He contacted me in advance to confirm the meeting point and briefly discuss the details of the upcoming tour. Thanks to his helpfulness and communicative nature, I always felt comfortable and very well looked after. Thanks again Miko. The acrobatic performance was very good and also especially the restaurant chosen by Miko. I can highly recommend him and the tour.”
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