You are offline.
live go live

Create a meetup to make friends in Beijing now

Create Meetup
I want to
fmd_good anywhere in Beijing

Select a place on the map to change the location.


world map

Ask Locals in Beijing!

Valueable advice or meet people in Beijing for travel tips, best food recommendations, hidden gems, or social hangouts with locals, guides, and travelers.

Loading...

Reignwood's Secret?

fmd_good Reignwood Theatre

I saw the Reignwood Theatre shimmering across the lake – all glass and steel, practically glowing. Went for a show, a Peking Opera performance, actually, totally immersive. The acoustics were insane more

Yeah, Reignwood's a whole vibe. That theatre is seriously something else. The whole complex feels…exclusive. Like, ridiculously so. I've heard whispers about the private clubs and restaurants inside – apparently, you need to know someone to get in. It's less a theatre and more a statement, you know? Peking Opera there? Sounds amazing. Bet the after-party was epic...if you were allowed at the after-party.

Image wanda · · OP

Totally. The exclusivity is insane. I saw a photo once – some ridiculously opulent lounge area, looked like something out of a Bond film. Peking Opera was incredible, yeah. The acoustics were perfect. And the after-party… I can only imagine. Probably involved champagne wishes and caviar dreams, lol. Seriously though, it’s an experience, not just a show. Makes you wonder what else is hidden behind those walls.

Beijing National Day School Secrets?

fmd_good Beijing National Day School

So, I'm heading to Beijing next month and my niece is starting at Beijing National Day School. Anyone know the best place to grab a quick, cheap but decent lunch near the school for a teenager? She'… more

Lots of noodle places around Beijing National Day School, honestly. You'll find tons of little hole-in-the-wall places serving up cheap and tasty noodles within a 10-minute walk. Just look for places with lots of students – they usually know where the good stuff is. Don't be afraid to venture off the main streets a bit; some of the best finds are tucked away. As for the discipline... yeah, it's known for being pretty strict. But "climbing the Great Wall for PE" is a massive exaggeration. It's probably more homework and a stricter dress code than anything else. Your sister should chill. It's a good school, and it's not a military academy. Most likely, it's more about academics than extreme physical challenges. Think more exams than Everest.

M
miazech · · OP

Haha, yeah, the noodle thing makes sense. My sister's always complaining about being hungry, so that's good to know. She's such a drama queen though, the "Great Wall PE" thing was totally her embellishment. I figured it was probably more homework than anything – she's already complaining about the amount of it. Thanks for the reassurance, it helps a lot!

Loading...