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Asked by Jerome Gunther from CA | November 06,2025 16:03
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The Great Wall
Which is better to visit, Badaling Great Wall or Mutianyu Great Wall? How should I choose if traveling with elderly people and children?
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Answered by intotravelchina | November 06,2025 16:08
Badaling is more famous but extremely crowded, making it ideal for first-time visitors aiming to "check it off the list." Mutianyu, on the other hand, offers fewer crowds and stunning scenery with high vegetation coverage, making it a better choice for families with elderly members or children. At Mutianyu, there’s a cable car that takes you directly to Enemy Tower 14. From there, heading toward Enemy Tower 20 leads to the "Heroic Slope," which has a gentle incline, while walking toward Enemy Tower 6 leads to "Zhengguan Terrace," featuring steeper steps but fewer visitors. If physical stamina is a concern, the cable car combined with a toboggan ride (140 RMB per person) is an incredibly fun alternative!