It is best to visit Beijing in the Spring and Autumn, as its hot and humid in the summers, and cold and windy during the winter.
However, it is best to try to avoid traveling during certain holidays: Labor Day in May, The National Holiday in October, as well as the Spring Festival and even the Chinese New Year.
During these times, there will be a huge influx of domestic tourists, clogging roadways and tourist attractions.
If traveling around these dates is unavoidable, it’s best to book everything well in advance; we’re talking at least a month before and be prepared to pay extra for pretty much everything.